You Are What You Think...
You are What You Think...You Know!
June Reflection: Competence versus Confidence
A good yarn shop should provide technical support for its stitchers, so it won't surprise you that we get asked for help a lot. Our goal is to help you understand and to be confident in what you know. To do this, we have to do a quick assessment of where you're at: do you need technical help or do you know what to do but lack confidence? We call this competence (technical knowledge) versus confidence. Of course, it's important to understand what you're doing, but why does confidence matter? It's because even the most experienced stitcher will feel uncomfortable about finishing their project if they're not sure about how to do it. Regardless of whether you need technical help or confidence reinforcement, we're happy to help you get it.
For those who are shy about asking for help, keep in mind that we provide gentle technical feedback. Again, our goal is to understand what you're trying to do and help you achieve it. While doing so, we also want to reinforce your confidence. We often provide free technical help over the counter (time permitting); for more focused help (1x1), we recommend a private lesson. You're also welcome to sit & stitch in our seating area, and we can give you guidance in between helping customers.
Upcoming Classes
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Space is limited & sign-ups close a week before class begins, so sign up now! Class fees due at time of registration. You can find all available classes on our Calendar.
Knitting Workshop with Suzy Bring your projects and questions; Suzy will answer your questions and will break down the principles involved so that everyone can learn! Each class is one 2-hour session.
Come knit with Wendy! This is for knitters of any skill level with any kind of project! Learn with others in a friendly, supportive environment! Each class is one 2-hour session.
Intermediate Crochet with Moses Take the next step in your crochet journey! You'll learn to design a basic hat and then how to increase and decrease (intentionally!) while you crochet it. Class is two 2-hour sessions.
Amigurumi Crochet Moses opens the gates for you to the exciting world of Amigurumi - You'll make your own stuffed penguin friend to keep or give away! Class is two 2-hour sessions.
Saturday, July 6 & 13 at 1 pm - 4 seats available
Stitching Workshop with Nancy Bring your needlepoint or cross stitch projects for support, problem-solving, and camaraderie! Each class is one 2-hour session.
Sunday, July 7, 3pm - 3 seats available (See class description for more dates.)
Beginning Knitting with Denise! Learn the basics, including about yarn and knitting needle sizes, how to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off. You’ll also learn how to combine knitting and purling to create different stitch patterns and textures, common knitting terms, and the basics of reading a pattern. When you've mastered these stitches, you'll be ready to start your first project. Class is two 2-hour sessions.
Knit the Papillon with Suzy! Join Suzy as you learn the tricks to making your own stunning version of the Papillon! She'll guide you through starting your Papillon and the steps to mastering short rows, stitch marker placement, and striping. After the two sessions, most students will finish on their own; students who need additional guidance can join Suzy's one-session workshops. Class is two 2-hour sessions.
Thursday, July 11 & 25, 12pm - 4 seats available
Introduction to Mosaic Knitting with Denise!Shop News - Featured Yarn
New colors from Appalachian Baby have arrived! This yarn is from small-scale U.S. sustainable family-owned cotton farms and mills, including cotton grown in the Texas panhandle! This yarn is Sport (#2) weight, with 194 yards in each ball. All Appalachian Baby US Organic Yarn is dyed with a low-impact, earth-friendly process.
11-7 Wednesday-Friday
11-5 Saturday & 12-5 Sunday
Spinner Saturday, June 15, 12pm - 4pm. Bring your spinning wheel and sit & spin with others who enjoy making their own yarn! The spinning session is a lively, fun time; you're also welcome to sit and stitch with them.
Wander Luck Fibers Trunk Show, Saturday June 22, 11am - 4pm. Come see this north Texas dyer's lovelies!
Private Lessons
Learn 1x1 or in small groups with your choice of project or technique! One-on-one (one student, one teacher) Personal lessons are $25/hour & group private lessons are $15/person per hour. Visit us in-store or call 210-979-8255 to schedule.
We're repeating the 5/27 Tip jar because it was cut off when transmitted:
We've unofficially started the summer travel season, so it's a good time for a reminder of what you can or cannot bring on an airplane. Many travelers are surprised to know that knitting needles are allowed on domestic flights. Sewing needles, crochet hooks, and scissors shorter than 4" from the pivot point are also allowed. For details, search for the item in question at tsa.gov What Can I Bring?
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