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May 19, 2025

In this issue:  Featured Article   Upcoming Classes and Events   Shop News   The Tip Jar   Contact info

We're Making History: Each One, Teach One!

Fiber arts have been around for centuries; these crafts are an expression of our culture & support our social ties to each other (step into Yarnivore & you’ll feel the sense of community!). It’s important that we not only understand craft history but also realize that we’re creating history for future generations of stitchers.

 

What does it mean to create history? First, understanding the craft enough to satisfy your curiosity means that you’re carrying traditional techniques forward. This doesn’t have to be fancy, either; learning basic stitches can be enough. For those who want to know more, use your curiosity to help you explore. Second, don’t be shy about stitching in public. The more others see us stitching, the greater the chance of us sparking someone’s interest in crafting. Third, if you’re able to, teach others! Many of us learned from informal teachers (e.g., family members), so you don’t need to be an “expert”. Sure, teaching is a skill unto itself, but there are numerous resources online to help you (e.g., the Craft Yarn Council’s Crochet Teaching Guide).

 

Stitch on!

-Caryn & the Yarnivore Crew 
P.S. We're getting ready to make some major rearrangements to the store. Stay tuned for details!

Coming Attractions!

Classes Click the title to learn more & register.
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 for more dates.) Don't forget: You get a 10% discount on class supplies purchased from us!   

someone crocheting a hatIntermediate Crochet - Basic Hat with Moses  - Masks Appreciated, but not required
Take 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.
Saturday May 24 & 31, 1 pm 
 
 
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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.
Sunday May 25, 12 pm (See class description for more dates)
 
 
two hands knitting with steel needles and gold colored yarnBeginning 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.
Wednesday June 4 & 11 OR Wednesday June 18 & 25, 11 am
 
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Knitting Workshop with Wendy - Masks Required -
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 Wendy - Mondays - Masks Required -
Monday June 9, 2pm (See class description for more dates.)
OR Knitting Workshop with Wendy  Thursday, June 12, 5:30pm (See class description for more dates.) 
 

Beginning Crochet with Moses!
Get started crocheting with Moses! You'll learn the four basic crochet stitches (chain, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet) and the skills to do them well. Class is two 2-hour sessions.
Saturday June 7 & 14, 1pm 

 
Bring your needlepoint or cross stitch projects for support, problem-solving, and camaraderie! Each class is one 2-hour session. (See class description for additional dates.)
Sunday June 8, 1pm   
Sunday June 8 3pm (See class description for more dates.)
 

Crochet hooks & stitch markersBeginning Crochet with Suzy!
Learn to crochet with Suzy! You'll learn the four basic crochet stitches (chain, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet) and the skills to do them well. Class is two 2-hour sessions. Minimum age: 10 years.
Thursday June 12 & 26, 12pm 

 
Want to advance your Tunisian crochet skills? Learn how to crochet Tunisian-style with two colors and in the round. You’ll use a double-ended crochet hook and two colors of yarn to make a hat – so many possibilities! Class is two 2-hour sessions. 
Thursday June 19 & 26, 5:30 pm 
 

Shop News - Hook Minders!Loop & Bee Hook Minders in various colors

Most crocheters put their hooks away when they pause their work. When they're ready to return to their work, they get their hook out again. But, how many of us have forgotten which hook size they were using? (Meeeeeee!) If this is you, too, Loop & Bee Hook Minders are handy tools! Each of them comes with a locking stitch marker that you use to identify the hook size, then attach to your work. We also have hook minders from Ella, a local artist!

 

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. Fees due at time of scheduling. 

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Many beginners are excited to make something <jazz hands>. However, teaching others to stitch works best when we focus on the basics first. Why? Making something (cue those jazz hands again) before knowing how to stitch makes the learning process harder. Every stitcher wants to make something beautiful or useful (or both), but learning is messy; thinking you're going to make something special adds more pressure. We think it’s best to start small. For crochet & knitting, use a light, solid colored, medium (#4/worsted) weight yarn. We recommend a wool or acrylic yarn, something that is not too smooth, which can be frustratingly slippery. For needlepoint or cross stitch, we recommend a simple design with few details in a kit because most kits will have everything you need to get started.


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