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Resources for Stitchers!
Many stitchers are self-taught, meaning that they learned their skills on their own. After all, there are a ton of online resources to feed stitcher’s curiosity! One of the drawbacks, though, is knowing where to find reliable information. This week, we’re sharing a list of local and online stitching organizations that support our favorite crafts through education and networking. Both types are usually nonprofits that offer education but local resources are also a way to strengthen your relationships in the stitching community.
Local:
- Crochet Guild of America (CGOA) is a national organization that promotes crochet through educational programs and other events. The San Antonio Chapter, Alamo Rows, meets monthly. The national CGOA offers basic education for right- and left-handed crocheters, online classes, and two Masters Programs: Fundamentals of Crochet and Advanced Stitches & Techniques. Annual membership: $40 for individuals
- Fiber Artists of San Antonio (FASA) promotes fiber art with exhibitions and educational events. They host workshops and monthly gatherings, including expert guest speakers, fellowship and more. Annual membership: $45
- San Antonio Handweavers Guild (SAHG) supports a variety of weaving, spinning and other fiber arts at workshops and monthly meetings with guest speakers. Annual membership: $40
- San Antonio Needlework Guild, the local chapter for the Embroidery Guild of America meets monthly. The national organization also offers distance learning and a Master Craftsman Program. National annual membership: $55. Local chapter annual membership: $71.
Online (National or Global):
- American Needlepoint Guild (ANG) offers online workshops and several Master programs, including Needle Artist and Needlepointer. While the ANG has chapters across the US, the closest to San Antonio is in Austin. Annual Membership: $60
- Craft Yarn Council (CYC): This organization is made up of yarn companies, tool manufacturers and publishers in the yarn world. Their website has tons of free information. Need to convert needle and hook sizes from metric to US? Need to figure out what size yarn you need to get gauge? Check out the Standards section of their website. The CYC also offers a Certified Instructors Program (CIP). No membership fees but the CIP costs about $85.
- The Knitting Guild Association (TKGA): While there doesn’t appear to be a local chapter for this global organization, the TKGA has meetups at major yarn events and online programs for members. The TKGA offers various distance learning classes for fundamentals and the Master Hand Knitting Program (certification) in three levels. Annual membership: $35
- The National Academy of Needlearts (NAN) is a national organization devoted to embroidery arts. They have a variety of educational resources as well as a certification program. Annual membership: $40.
-Caryn and the Yarnivore Crew
P. S. We're still making room for fall yarns, kits and tools and added even more items to our Clearance section. Come see what we've just marked down!
P. P. S. Check out the Texas Knit and Crochet group on Facebook! This group is for everyone from the great state of Texas who want to come together and share their love of knitting and crochet. Yarnivore is their September sponsor! (search for Texas Knit and Crochet on Facebook to find them and ask to join). Thanks to all of you who are in this group and shared your love!
P. P. P. S. Crawl Passports & Bags are not available yet, we promise we'll let y'all know when to expect them!
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.
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.
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! Class is one 2-hour session.
Tuesday, September 17, 12 pm - 4 seats available
Knit the Papillon with Suzy! Learn the tricks to making your own stunning version of the Papillon! Suzy will guide you through starting your Papillon and the steps to mastering short rows, stitch marker placement, and striping. 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.
NEW EVENING CLASS!
Intermediate Crochet - Basic Hat with Moses - Masks Appreciated, but not requiredTake the next step in your crochet journey! Take the next step in your crochet journey! You'll learn to design a basic hat and then how toincrease and decrease (intentionally!) while you crochet it. Class is two 2-hour sessions.
Beginning Knitting with Denise! Learn the basics, including about yarn & knitting needle sizes, how to cast on, knit, purl, & bind off. When you've mastered these stitches, you'll be ready to start your first project. Class is two 2-hour sessions.
Shop News - Featured Yarn: Amitola Brush by Louisa Harding
Amitola Brush is a wonderfully soft blend of Mohair, Cotton and Wool in a variety of gorgeous colors. It’s great for knitting or crocheting cozy sweaters and accessories. Although it’s listed as a Sport (#2) weight yarn, you can knit it on big needles for quick projects. We love Lottie by Cheryl Murray (knit, $5 in-store/Rav/Knitting Fever) and Hazel by Louisa Harding (knit, $6 in-store/Rav/Knitting Fever), two fast scarves! Each 100g ball has 317 yards. Hand wash cold, dry flat.
11-7 Wednesday-Friday
11-5 Saturday & 12-5 Sunday
Zorn Junction Trunk Show, Saturday September 28, 11a-4p. This south Texas dyer specializes in boutique batches of unique colors! Come see her before she heads north again!
The Best Little Yarn Crawl in Texas, October 11 - 20, 2024. Passports aren't here yet; we'll announce when they're available for purchase. Early birds will get a Crawl bag!
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.
Working in a yarn with a halo, like mohair? Many yarn manufacturers and designers often recommend a smaller needle or hook than the Yarnivore crew would use. Remember that smaller hooks or needles will make the fabric denser (aka thicker or stiffer). In the case of a mohair yarn, that could make it too dense and therefore too warm for us in south Texas. If you're using a pattern written for colder environments, try using a bigger size needle or hook. For example, we're working on our Crawl patterns and one of us started with a US 11 needle but ended up using a US 17 needle because of density concerns. The finished project ended up being lighter and fluffier! You can see for yourself next month, during the Best Little Yarn Crawl in Texas.
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