Saturday, February 28
1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Led by Nicole B.

Join us for an educational afternoon and learn how your favorite crafting supply is made! In this in-depth exploration, fiber-expert Nicole will take a deep dive in to the different ways we spin yarn, why one method may be preferred over another, and best uses for all our favorite fibers. Meet other fiber enthusiasts and nerd out together as you take a deeper plunge into one of your favorite hobbies!

This workshop includes a 2 hour presentation and Q&A about how different yarns are machine and hand-spun, including information on different types of fibers, spinning, plying, and finishing. Each student will receive small yarn samples and reference handouts to compare against yarns at home. Walk away with resources for learning more and lots of ideas of how to think about yarn structure into your future making!

Sundays, Feb 22, March 1, 8, & 15
2pm - 3:30pm
Led by Sarah Jamison

Learn how to make this adorable knitted bear stuffy! Stuffy’s are one of Sarah’s favorite knit projects, and she will guide you through the process of knitting, sewing, stuffing and creating your own bear! By the end of the class, you will have a new friend you created.

Saturday, March 22
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Led by Nicole B.

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.

Saturday, Nov 15
1:30 - 3:30 pm
Led by Nandi Duszynski of Bliss Joy Bull

Immerse yourself in the timeless techniques of hand-darning and learn to repair your knitwear and knit fabrics! Passed down through generations, this meditative and sustainable practice of preserving your cherished textiles will help you give your worn out socks and sweaters a new life!

In this workshop, students will learn how to darn a rectangular patch using yarn. Learn how to identify knit fabrics, learn about the best tool and materials used to make repairs, and create a mending sampler to practice repair techniques!

This is an introductory class and all skill levels are welcome. Materials included.

Sunday, Nov 9
1:30 - 3:30 pm
Led by Nandi Duszynski of Bliss Joy Bull

Learn the basics of hand sewing with visible mending techniques for repairing your clothes!

Join us for a creative and practical workshop focused on visible mending. Discover the art of giving new life to worn or torn clothing through decorative stitching and patching techniques. In this hands-on session, you'll learn various methods to mend and embellish garments, turning flaws into distinctive features. Whether you're a beginner or experienced in sewing, this workshop will inspire you to elevate your mending skills while reducing environmental impact. Unleash your creativity and give your wardrobe a unique and sustainable touch!

Get guidance in how to identify woven fabrics, learn about the best tools and materials for repairing woven garments, and learn how to create both practical and decorative stitches for giving your worn out clothing a second life!

This is an introductory class and is open to all skill levels. All materials included.

Saturday, November 8
1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Led by Nicole B.

Join us for an educational afternoon and learn how your favorite crafting supply is made!

In this in-depth exploration, fiber-expert Nicole will take a deep dive in to the different ways we spin yarn, why one method may be preferred over another, and best uses for all our favorite fibers. Meet other fiber enthusiasts and nerd out together as you take a deeper plunge into one of your favorite hobbies!

This workshop includes a 2 hour presentation and Q&A about how different yarns are machine and hand-spun, including information on different types of fibers, spinning, plying, and finishing.

Each student will receive small yarn samples and reference handouts to compare against yarns at home.

Walk away with resources for learning more and lots of ideas of how to think about yarn structure into your future making!

Sundays, Nov 2, 9, 16, & 23
11:30am - 1:00 pm
Led by Sarah Jamison

Learn how to create your first pair of hand-knit socks! In this class, we are learning with a beginner friendly pattern written by the instructor. This pattern uses worsted weight yarn to make it easier to learn the techniques needed to create socks. Once you understand the construction of socks, it will be easy for you to make all different kinds!

Our experienced instructor, Sarah, will guide you through the many techniques used in sock knitting from casting on, turning the heel, and grafting the toe, with helpful tips along the way.

Please note this class includes “homework” that will need to be done outside of class for the next session.

Sunday, Oct 19
11:30am - 1:30pm
Led by Oberon Waters

Ever wondered how yarn is made? Ever wanted to make your own yarn? Well, now you can! In this class you will learn how to use the traditional drop-spindle method of spinning wool into yarn. This class will cover how to spin yarn, ply it, set it, and get it ready to knit or crochet with!

This is an introductory class and is open to all skill levels. All materials included.

Saturday, October 18
11:30pm - 1:30pm

Level up your knitting by learning techniques to recognize, fix, and prevent mistakes in your knitting projects! Gain confidence in reading your stitches so you can more easily understand where things went wrong and how to get back on track without having to start completely over.

Techniques covered will include:

• Reading stitches to identify mistakes

• Methods for carefully undoing stitches to reach and remedy errors

• Repairing holes in work and dropped stitches

• Adjusting a knit stitch to a purl & vice versa

Intro to Gong-Fu Cha — The Chinese Art of Tea Service

Experience tea brewed using the gaiwan, a classic Chinese steeping vessel.

Gong Fu Cha is the traditional method of serving tea in China. This introductory class gives students experience and exposure to the traditional Gong Fu tea service.

This class is geared toward new tea drinkers or anyone unfamiliar with the Chinese tea service called gong fu cha. Come learn the foundations and see if it is the right practice for you. We will go over what gong fu cha is in depth, give a little history, and most importantly drink some tea.

Bring your questions and a notebook if you’re a notetaker.

Gong Fu Cha: The Chinese Art of Tea Service

Learn how to brew tea using the classic steeping vessel, the gaiwan, and learn the techniques that prepare you to intuitively steep any tea that comes your way.

Gong Fu Cha is the traditional method of serving tea in China. This introductory class teaches the foundational skills of gong fu cha, or the skill of brewing tea through mindful practice. Learn the traditional Chinese vocab for many tea terms, try different grips to help you pour your tea safely and confidently, and begin to build a foundational understanding to different modalities for pouring different types of teas.

The Windy City LYS Trolley Tour is back for the Chicago Yarn Crawl! Visit four of the city shops while we drive you around on our trolley! This is an exclusive shopping event with Knit 1, Sister-Arts Studio, Nina Chicago, and Firefly Fiber Arts Studio!

Thursday, July 31, 3:00pm - 8:00pm

The tour starts at Knit 1 Chicago. There is a metered parking lot and metered street parking around the shop.

Please arrive at Knit 1 Chicago at 3:00pm and head into the shop. You'll be greeted by your tour guide and have 50 mins to shop while enjoying treats and beverages.

Your guide will let you know when it is time to hop on the trolley to continue the tour to the next LYS! En route, knit, crochet, relax, and enjoy the tour as we guide you to each shop, sharing the unique characteristics they bring to the Chicago fiber community. After visiting each shop, the trolley will drop you back off at Knit 1 Chicago.

Tickets Cost: $55/per person

Your ticket includes:

• Transportation to 4 local yarn shops

• 50 mins of shopping time at each shop

• 10% off your yarn purchases at each shop

• A unique selection of food and beverages at each shop

Windy City LYS Tour will not be liable for any missed trolley departures. Tickets are non-refundable, but may be transferred to another guest upon formal request.

Learn about the Windy City LYS's
www.knit1chgo.com
www.sisterartsstudio.com
www.ninachicago.com
www.fireflyfiberarts.com

Intro to Gong-Fu Cha — The Chinese Art of Tea Service

Experience tea brewed using the gaiwan, a classic Chinese steeping vessel.

Gong Fu Cha is the traditional method of serving tea in China. This introductory class gives students experience and exposure to the traditional Gong Fu tea service.

This class is geared toward new tea drinkers or anyone unfamiliar with the Chinese tea service called gong fu cha. Come learn the foundations and see if it is the right practice for you. We will go over what gong fu cha is in depth, give a little history, and most importantly drink some tea.

Bring your questions and a notebook if you’re a notetaker.

Come meet Brittney Lockridge of Britty Rae Knits!

Britty Rae Knits is midwest-local indie-dyed brand from northern Michigan and a shop favorite at Firefly for years — Brittney came in to shop one day on a trip to Chicago, we got to talking, we learned she dyed yarn, and the rest is history!

Brittney will be here from 12 - 2pm working on projects, slinging her yarn, and chatting all things knitting and reading (Brittney is a huge reader)! Join us in offering Brittney a warm welcome to the Firefly community!

Learn the basics of hand sewing with visible mending techniques for repairing your clothes!

Join us for a creative and practical workshop focused on visible mending. Discover the art of giving new life to worn or torn clothing through decorative stitching and patching techniques. In this hands-on session, you'll learn various methods to mend and embellish garments, turning flaws into distinctive features. Whether you're a beginner or experienced in sewing, this workshop will inspire you to elevate your mending skills while reducing environmental impact. Unleash your creativity and give your wardrobe a unique and sustainable touch!

Get guidance in how to identify woven fabrics, learn about the best tools and materials for repairing woven garments, and learn how to create both practical and decorative stitches for giving your worn out clothing a second life!

Learn the basics of cross stitch while making a cool cat! Choose one of the nine cat designs to work on during the workshop. Sarah will guide you on the basics of preparing your thread, how to read a cross stitch pattern, and the techniques used to create a beautiful cross stitch fabric!

This workshop is beginner friendly, with no sewing experience needed. All materials included!

We are excited to host an exclusive showcase featuring Amano Yarns and their 2025 Fall collection! This event is an opportunity to see the upcoming 2025 Fall patterns, yarn lines, and colors from Amano Yarns, before the collection is announced to the public.

Enjoy a catered dinner while Joan Looi, an Amano representative, gives a presentation on the upcoming Fall collection, showcasing samples of patterns and yarn. After the presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to explore the full Amano Yarns collection and order from the full line of Amano Yarns, even lines we do not carry in the shop! Your ticket includes a $35 voucher that goes towards your purchase of $50 or more. Be among the first to discover the newest collection and designs that will inspire your autumn wardrobe!

Reserve your spot today to ensure you don’t miss this unique experience!

Your Ticket Includes:

• $35 towards your purchase of $50 or more

• A catered dinner with beverages

• Exclusive presentation of Amano Yarns featuring the 2025 Fall collection of patterns, yarn lines, and colors with Amano representative, Joan Looi.

• Exclusive sample trunk show of Amano patterns. Try on samples and see how each yarn feels made up!

• Exclusive preview of every Amano yarn line. You’ll be able to feel a sample of each yarn line knit or crocheted!

• Opportunity to put in a custom order from any Amano line 

Tickets are non-refundable.

CANCELED - If you purchased a ticket for the Mother’s Day LYS Trolley you should have been issued a refund on April 3, 2025.

Celebrate that special mother in your life with a trolley tour to four of Windy City's yarn shops! Knit 1, Sister-Arts Studio, Nina Chicago, and Firefly Fiber Arts Studio are hosting a special 5 hour tour to each LYS! Sit back and relax as we drive you to each shop for a special shopping experience. Browse yarn while you enjoy a unique spread of tasty treats at each shop. Plus, get 10% off your yarn purchase at each shop! Enjoy this unique experience for a special day! 

Tickets Cost: $65/per person

Your ticket includes:
• Transportation to 4 local yarn shops
• 55 mins of shopping time at each shop
• 10% off your yarn purchases at each shop
• A unique selection of food and beverages at each shop

Date and Time:

Saturday, May 10, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Where to park your car and start the tour:

Knit 1 Chicago: 3856 N Lincoln Ave

There is metered street parking and a metered parking lot available around the Knit 1 Chicago shop.

What time you should arrive at Knit 1 Chicago:

Please arrive at 12pm to enjoy the 55 mins of shopping before you board the trolley for the next shop. The trolley will be leaving Knit 1 Chicago at 1pm sharp. Windy City LYS Tour will not be liable for any missed trolly departures.

What to expect on the tour:

Your tour guide will let you know when it is time to board the trolley, and give you more information about the next stop. If you have any questions during your tour, please direct them to your guide. You will have 55 mins at each LYS to shop. Each shop will have treats for tour guests and offer 10% off yarn purchases. 

Getting back to your car:

The final stop of the trolley tour will drop you off Knit 1 Chicago. Be sure to park your car close to Knit 1 Chicago. There will be no other stops made after the tour concludes.

Windy City LYS Tour will not be liable for any missed trolley departures. Tickets are non-refundable, but may be transferred to another guest upon formal request.

Learn about the Windy City LYS's
www.knit1chgo.com
www.sisterartsstudio.com
www.ninachicago.com
www.fireflyfiberarts.com

Experience tea brewed using the gaiwan, a classic Chinese steeping vessel.

Gong Fu Cha is the traditional method of serving tea in China. This introductory class gives students experience and exposure to the traditional Gong Fu tea service.

This class is geared toward new tea drinkers or anyone unfamiliar with the Chinese tea service called gong fu cha. Come learn the foundations and see if it is the right practice for you. We will go over what gong fu cha is in depth, give a little history, and most importantly drink some tea.