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Granny Square Workshop
Mar
24
1:00 PM13:00

Granny Square Workshop

Join us for an exciting and creative workshop where you can hone your crochet skills while crafting a fabulous tote bag using the classic granny square technique!

Granny squares are a crochet classic, and a great technique for any adventurous beginner looking to level up their crochet skills. Learn the skills to create the fabulous Battenberg Bag. Skills covered will include double crochet, chaining, switching colors, and joining squares together.

Yarn and pattern are included for this workshop and Jane, Firefly’s crochet instructor, will help you level up your crochet in no time!

Prerequisites
Familiar with single crochet stitch and double crochet stitch

Space is limited, so click the button below to reserve your spot!

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Beyond Merino Yarn Tasting & Workshop
Mar
10
12:30 PM12:30

Beyond Merino Yarn Tasting & Workshop

You know Merino yarn, now try other breeds of wool! Join us for a yarn tasting workshop and experience new fibers!

This workshop includes guided discussions on wool characteristics, different categories of sheep breeds (fine wool, medium wool, down, long wool, primitive/non-industrial). The yarn tasting pack includes samples of five breed specific wools for each student to knit and crochet, and additional breed specific fibers and wool to examine in the class.

We will discuss the history of select sheep breeds, resources for learning more, and what types of wool are typically suited for what purposes. You'll work out with hands-on experience with different breed specific yarn, and lots of ideas of how to incorporate it into your making going forward.

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Learn to Tunisian Crochet Workshop
Feb
25
1:00 PM13:00

Learn to Tunisian Crochet Workshop

Due to popularity, we have added an additional class! Class #2 is from 3pm - 4:30pm. Click the button to reserve your spot!

Tunisian crochet is a great technique to learn if you want to expand your skills as a crocheter or try your hand at crochet as a knitter. 

Tunisian crochet is a unique subset of crochet that combines techniques from both knitting and crochet to create a smooth and plush fabric that works up quickly; perfect for blankets, sweaters, and everything in between!

Leslie will present an overview of the wonderful textures and patterns possible using Tunisian crochet.  We will explore the basic concepts and stitches used to create luscious Tunisian crochet sweaters and accessories. Warning: Tunisian crochet is addictive and Leslie is a Tunisian crochet evangelist!  

No prerequisites required for this class

Space is limited, so reserve your spot below!

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Cozy Crochet Sweater Workshop
Jan
20
to Feb 24

Cozy Crochet Sweater Workshop

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Stay warm this winter and learn how to make the Ogawa sweater by Junko Okamoto in our Cozy Crochet Sweater workshop! This sweater is a unique design, crocheting the pieces sideways, and then sewing them together. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this workshop will give you the skills and support to create your own winter sweater. 

Our experienced instructor, Sarah, will guide you through every step including sizing, gauge swatching, reading the pattern and charts, and all techniques needed to create this cozy sweater! Scroll down to see pattern details including sizes. 

This is a Choose Your Own Saturday workshop. The class is held over 6 weeks and students need to sign up for 3 saturdays.

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Crochet Basket Workshop
Oct
22
1:00 PM13:00

Crochet Basket Workshop

UPDATE: SOLD OUT

Up your crochet skills and learn to work in-the-round! Learn the skill to create a fun and utilitarian basket with colorful t-shirt yarn for an easy project that works up quick!

This workshop is perfect for the adventurous beginner looking to move past making flat objects to working in three dimensions. Yarn and pattern are included for this workshop and Jane, Firefly’s crochet instructor, will help you level up your crochet in no time!

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Fall Crochet Sweater Workshop
Sep
30
to Nov 4

Fall Crochet Sweater Workshop

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Create a colorfully designed sweater this Fall with our Mosaic Crochet Sweater Workshop!

This workshop is perfect for crocheters looking to learn how to play with color and create a sweater. Sarah will guide you through every step including color organization, sizing, gauge swatching, ribbing, working in the round, reading charts, the mosaic stitch and all other techniques needed to help you create this colorful sweater!

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Beyond Merino Yarn Tasting & Workshop
Sep
24
1:00 PM13:00

Beyond Merino Yarn Tasting & Workshop

UPDATE: SOLD OUT

You know Merino yarn, now try other breeds of wool! Join us for a yarn tasting workshop and experience new fibers!

This workshop includes guided discussions on wool characteristics, different categories of sheep breeds (fine wool, medium wool, down, long wool, primitive/non-industrial). The yarn tasting pack includes samples of five breed specific wools for each student to knit and crochet, and additional breed specific fibers and wool to examine in the class.

We will discuss the history of select sheep breeds, resources for learning more, and what types of wool are typically suited for what purposes. You'll work out with hands-on experience with different breed specific yarn, and lots of ideas of how to incorporate it into your making going forward.

Click below to learn more and sign up!

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Tunisian Crochet Workshop
May
28
1:00 PM13:00

Tunisian Crochet Workshop

UPDATE: SOLD OUT

We’re bringing back our popular Tunisian Crochet Workshop!

Tunisian crochet is a great technique to learn if you want to expand your skills as a crocheter or try your hand at crochet as a knitter. 

Tunisian crochet is a unique subset of crochet that combines techniques from both knitting and crochet to create a smooth and plush fabric that works up quickly; perfect for blankets, sweaters, and everything in between!

In this workshop, Leslie will present an overview of the wonderful textures and patterns possible using Tunisian crochet.  We will explore the basic concepts and stitches used to create luscious Tunisian crochet sweaters and accessories. Warning: Tunisian crochet is addictive and Leslie is a Tunisian crochet evangelist!  

Click below to learn more and reserve your spot!

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Gertie Crochet Cardigan Workshop
Apr
15
to May 27

Gertie Crochet Cardigan Workshop

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  • Google Calendar ICS

The Gertie Cardigan by Holly Woodward is a beginner friendly crochet cardigan perfect for spring and summer! This workshop is perfect for crocheters who want to learn how to make garments. Sarah will guide you through every step including gauge swatching, reading the pattern, constructing the sweater, and all techniques needed to help you have a colorful cardigan by springtime!

The pattern is included with the workshop. All students will receive 10% off yarn and needles needed for the workshop. This workshop runs on a “Choose Your Own Saturdays” model, where students may choose what works best for their schedule from a set of dates.

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Tunisian Crochet Workshop
Feb
26
1:00 PM13:00

Tunisian Crochet Workshop

UPDATE: SOLD OUT

Tunisian crochet is a great technique to learn if you want to expand your skills as a crocheter or try your hand at crochet as a knitter. 

Tunisian crochet is a unique subset of crochet that combines techniques from both knitting and crochet to create a smooth and plush fabric that works up quickly; perfect for blankets, sweaters, and everything in between!

In this workshop, Leslie will present an overview of the wonderful textures and patterns possible using Tunisian crochet.  We will explore the basic concepts and stitches used to create luscious Tunisian crochet sweaters and accessories. Warning: Tunisian crochet is addictive and Leslie is a Tunisian crochet evangelist!  

Click below to learn more and reserve your spot!

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Crochet Granny Square Dog Sweater Workshop
Nov
13
2:00 PM14:00

Crochet Granny Square Dog Sweater Workshop

Learn this classic and versatile crochet stitch while creating a simple and adorable sweater for your favorite member of your family; your pet!

In this workshop, students will learn how to manipulate basic crochet stitches to make a granny square from start to finish, learn how to connect the squares together to create larger fabric, learn the beginner fundamentals of reading a crochet pattern and gain a beginner understanding of how to make a garment to size.

Come learn some new crochet techniques and make your best fluffy bud a new and trendy outfit!

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Make Your Own Monster Amigurumi Workshop
Oct
23
2:00 PM14:00

Make Your Own Monster Amigurumi Workshop

Learn how to make your own monster in our amigurumi workshop! This workshop is perfect for crocheters who are interested in learning how to create stuffed toys! Sarah will lead you through the basics of crocheting in the round, including the magic ring method, and how to create different shapes, increasing and decreasing, and how to customize your monster! We’ll also work on adding finishing details to bring life and personality to your creation!

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