We are thrilled to announce our ninth-annual Getaway Retreat! Thursday, April 9 – Sunday, April 12, 2026 Featuring Kate Atherly, Ann Weaver, and Ann Budd! Kate Atherly A little about Kate… Kate Atherly is an internationally known knitting author, teacher, and editor. She has written nine books about various aspects of knitting, including a series of four about customizing projects for a […]
If you are making payments, the deposit of $416.67 is non-refundable. Payment # 2 of $416.67 is due by August 31. Payment # 3 of $416.66 is due by December 1. Payments 2 & 3 are refundable through December 31, 2025. After that, all cancellations are non-refundable.
This is a link to pay for any additional classes you’d like to attend during our Getaway Retreat 2025. Specifics about which additional class you’d like to register for should be discussed with Dana at events@bazaargirls.com.
Learn the basics of peg loom weaving in this 3-hour class. You’ll learn how to warp up the loom, prepare materials, build your design, and finally secure your weaving. You’ll leave with a completed rug ready to felt or a wall hanging ready to display. This class includes 3 hrs of instruction, a pegloom and pegs to borrow (peglooms will be available for sale in our […]
Engage in the serene, time-honored practice of Sashiko Japanese Embroidery. We’ll use a simple running stitch to transform linen into a small, embellished, and practical bag. Choose from traditional Sashiko Moyozashi patterns: ocean waves, seven treasures, triangles, wild grasses, plus emblematic floral motifs. We will hand sew the two decorated fabric panels into a fully functional drawstring pouch with a French pull. Use it for stowing […]
This workshop will highlight the act of repair and clothing adornment with Sashiko Japanese Embroidery. With humble beginnings in rural Japan, Sashiko’s running stitch insulated work garments for warmth and longevity. Moving into contemporary times around the globe, the bold, geometric beauty of Sashiko continues to both strengthen and decorate fabrics. Visible Mending celebrates resourcefulness and sustainability by showcasing hand stitching rather than hiding it. […]
Begin or continue your serene handwork practice. Sashiko is a time-honored Japanese Mending and Embroidery practice. From a simple running stitch, interlocking, geometric patterns emerge onto textiles. With a focus on exploring decorative aspects of the craft, workshop participants will learn how to use Sashiko’s “small stabs” to create a set of coasters or a four-square patchwork sampler. Choose from various traditional Hitomezashi=one stitch […]
The deposit of $325 is non-refundable. Payment # 2 of $325 is due by August 31. Payment # 3 of $325 is due by December 31. Payments 2 & 3 are refundable until January 1, 2025. After that, all cancellations are non-refundable.
Mondays, Jan. 20 & 27; Feb. 3 & 17; and March 3 & 17, 3-5 pm. Pacific time, on Zoom. Classes will be recorded and made available to you for one week afterward. Requirements: You must be comfortable with sweater construction (back, fronts, sleeves, neckband), simple multiplication and division, and commit to keeping up with the class. Must have a copy of “The Knitter’s Handy Book […]
Drop by Brigid’s Loft and try something new! The No-Mess Dye Table: Try using dye tinctures in jars. It’s easy, no fuss, no mess dyeing you can try it here and then have success at home; with Kerry Graber of Jorstad Artisan Yarns Spinning circle with Maddy Wallace Try it: Drop Spindling with Maddy. Give it a whorl, or perfect your technique with help […]
