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  Repair what you wear! Give your beloved garments a glow up! This workshop will highlight the act of repair and clothing adornment with Sashiko Japanese Embroidery. A humble hand-working skill, centuries old, originating in rural Japan, Sashiko’s running stitch insulated work garments for warmth and longevity.  With emphasis on individual choice, we will review various options for patching and repairing your clothing.  Discussion and demonstrations […]

    Choose your own stitching adventure! Sashiko is a Japanese mending and embroidery handwork skill that uses a simple running stitch to create bold and geometric patterns on textiles. With a focus on exploring the craft, workshop participants will learn how to create Sashiko patterns from start to finish: layout a grid, draw patterns with rulers & circles, use a Sashiko needle, and use “small stabs” […]

This is a 2-part class where we will discuss and practice key concepts of beginning stranded colorwork. Topics covered include: What is stranded Colorwork Tips on choosing 2 different colored yarns that work well together Color Dominance Different techniques to conquer 2 strands at once Casting on 3 by 2 ribbing How to make decreases with 2-stranded colorwork Required Skills: Basic knit and purl skills. Supplies […]

This is a 2-part class where we will discuss and practice key concepts of beginning cable knitting. Topics covered include: German Cast on 2 by 2 ribbing Cabling to the front Cabling to the back How to interpret a cable chart Making right-leaning and left-leaning increases to create a thumb gusset Putting thumb stitches on a holder Required Skills: Basic knit and purl skills. Supplies Needed: […]

This is a 2-part class where we will discuss and practice key concepts of hat sizing/fit and general hat structure. Topics covered include: Hat types: skullcap vs slouchy Tips for a good fit Choosing an appropriate cast on Why it’s often important to size down for the brim Making decreases to shape the crown of your hat How to utilize stitch markers to keep track of […]

This class is for brand-new knitters. During the first hour of class, we will discuss various cast-on methods and learn the cable cast-on technique. During the second hour of class, we will practice the continental knit stitch technique and learn to bind off. By the end of class, you will have completed a coffee/tea coaster.

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 an introductory course for anyone interested in learning the foundations of crochet, whether you have never crocheted before or have started to learn, and would like to polish your skills. The class will focus on the basic crochet stitches, tools, and terms. By the end of the class, you will be able to: Identify different crochet hooks and yarn types and sizes; understand basic […]

Learn to steek in this one-day steek workshop with Leah Kefgen. The steeking method taught will be machine sewing for reinforcing the steek stitches. Leah will have sewing machines set up and ready for sewing our steeks, and will also have examples of steeked sweaters to show you. No sewing machine experience is necessary. Leah will teach you the basics you’ll need to sew your steek […]

We all know handmade holidays are the best! This year, Bazaar Girls is here to help you make it happen. We will be gathering together EVERY Saturday from November 15th through December 20th, and we’ll have simple, free inspirational patterns for holiday gifts for knitting, crochet, and needle felting (hats, mitts, ornaments, and stockings) plus complimentary warm beverages and holiday treats. Boost your holiday spirit by […]