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Longmont Yarn Shoppe

303-678-8242

454 Main St., Longmont, CO 80501

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 Hours
Monday - CLOSED
Tuesday - Thursday 10- 5 pm
Friday 10 - 6 pm
Saturday 10 - 5 
Sunday 12- 4 pm



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For the safety of everyone we ask our customers/students & staff stay home from class if you are sick. 

Private Lessons

Our private lessons are ideal if you prefer to work one-on-one, have a hectic schedule or need a refresher. Call 303.678.8232 or email info@longmontyarn.com or stop by to schedule a private lesson.

Private Lesson Rates
$35.00 for 45 minutes
$40.00 for a full hour

A note about Class, CLUB, CAL, & KAL materials. We require student to purchase their yarn for all classes, Crochet-alongs, Knit-alongs & Clubs at Longmont Yarn ShoppeThere are 2 main reasons for this:

  1.   We recommend yarn we know you will have success with. Learning a new skill is much more rewarding using the proper tools and resources. When students use materials other than what is suggested we can't assure your success.
  2.   Frankly, we exist only with your support. We need our community to shop with us so we can be here for the long haul. We bring in additional inventory to support classes, in anticipation of student purchases.

 

Hear what Anne had to say about her class

"Three friends and I arranged for our own personal felted clog class with Kris at Longmont Yarn Shoppe. It was great for many reasons! First, we were able to get so much personal attention. Kris is a knowledgeable, patient and fun teacher. We are all very pleased with our clogs, and will certainly be scheduling another class—I think socks are next!"
This class will introduce the fundamentals of color theory through the study of knit and woven swatches. We will practice color mixing by carding wool, and we will explore a variety of tools and methods for designing and testing color palettes. Students are invited to bring along a pattern for a discussion of project specific color selection at the end of class.

Cost: $ 37.50
Join us in learning the basics of the coiling technique to weave a small to medium size vessel. The class will include how to start the center, splicing, design, shaping, and how to end the vessel smoothly.

Cost: $ 70.00
Ravelry 101 via Zoom!
- Nov 02, 2024 03:00 pm

Ravelry is a place for knitters, crocheters, designers, spinners, weavers and dyers to keep track of yarn, tools, project and pattern information and look to others for ideas and inspiration. If you are not using Ravelry you are missing out!!

Cost: $ 25.00
This class will utilize the coiling technique with fine yarn over Fiberflex to create a necklace of your design with a waxed linen neckpiece and adjustable closure. Students MUST have fine motor skills and ability to use small needles. A kit with the Fiberflex and waxed linen will be provided and is included in the class fee. Other supplies should be purchased before the class.

Cost: $ 65.00
Ravelry 201 via ZOOM!
- Nov 09, 2024 03:00 pm

Do you have basic skills finding patterns, researching yarn, and joining Ravelry groups? Are you seeing features you'd like to try to make your Ravelry experience even better? This class will go beyond the basics. You'll learn more about the ins and outs of Ravelry, and how to use it to your even greater advantage! We focus on topics of interest to the class, which could include: Maximizing your Ravelry Queue and Library, Managing your stash, Uploading photos, Creating your own groups and events, and for those of you with travel in mind, Ravelry as Trip Planner. Each session is tailored to the interests and level of the class, so come ask and learn what you need to maximize your Ravelry experience.

Cost: $ 25.00
Mary Ann will be sharing the healing aspects of knitting and crocheting. The class will cover gentle hand and shoulder movements to relax the muscles we use most. We'll explore knitting and crocheting as a form of meditation incorporating the sounds of the Tibetan singing bowls.

Cost: $ 25.00
Overlay Mosaic (in person)
- Oct 19, 2024 10:00 am

Mosaic crochet is a fun and easy way to create beautifully intricate patterns, all using single crochet and double crochet stitches, without having to change colors in the middle of a row. Student will learn the typical overlay mosaic technique, as well as the negative stitch technique.

Cost: $ 37.50
My First Amigurumi (in person)
- Nov 09, 2024 10:00 am

There are loads of fun crochet toy patterns out there, also known as Amigurumi. You have started crocheting and know how to make chains and single crochet stitches in rows, and now you are ready to tackle those amigurumi patterns. Come take this class with Andee and learn the skills as well as tips and tricks to make an amigurumi while making a Cute Lil Monster or 2 to take home with you. You’ll add to your stitch toolbox by learning how to work popcorn and cluster stitches, working in continuous rounds, increasing and decreasing, embroidery basics and attaching safety or button eyes.

Cost: $ 65.00
Learn to crochet! In this class you will learn about gauge, tension and how to make the basic stitches of crochet: chain stitch, single crochet and double crochet. Then we will put it all together to create a beautiful cowl. With the use of buttons, this clever accessory can be worn as a scarf or a cowl. Simple rows of single and double crochet in the back loop create a lovely ribbed texture.

Cost: $ 45.00
Cowls are great quick gift projects and this cowl is especially fast to work up in a chunky weight yarn. In class you will learn everything you need to know to master the Foundation Single Crochet Stitch, the trick to making the moebius twist, working a classic anchored staggered Shell stitch pattern and how to adjust the size of your cowl to make it a headband or to work it with lighter weight yarns.

Cost: $ 45.00
Cocoknits Sweater Workshop (in person)
- Oct 12, 2024 09:00 am

In this 2-session in person workshop you'll learn the Cocoknits method for sweater construction while making the Emma sweater. Students will have the option to knit Version A, B or C. This popular design construction can be the launchpad for a variety of styles of Cocoknits sweaters in a variety of yarn weights - the sky is the limit!

Cost: $ 120.00
You can knit and purl, you can cast-on and off, and you can knit in the round. Now you can impress yourself and others by adding color-work to your skill set. Learn basic stranded knitting in the round with this stylish hat. Don't wear hats? Don't worry, you can make a cowl instead!

Cost: $ 45.00
This shawl is a half-circle shape, knitted from the neck down. It features alternating sections of lace created with short rows and garter stitch. The size of the shawl can be easily adjusted by adding or reducing the number of pattern repeats.

Cost: $ 30.00
In this four part class, the instructor will guide students through the techniques needed to knit two-color stranded mittens in the round, including alternate cast on methods, reading charts, catching yarn floats, pairing increases and decreases, working thumb gussets, and finishing. In the final session we will embellish the finished mittens with embroidery inspired by Day of the Dead calaveras motifs.

Cost: $ 90.00
Learn to Knit - Handwarmers (in person)
- Oct 16, 2024 06:00 pm

This class is for the brand new knitter! You will learn t0 make fingerless handwarmers which let you practice the basic stitches as well as learn a few finishing techniques. You will learn: Cast on, bind off, knit and purl, garter stitch, stockinette stitch, ribbing and mattress-stitch seaming. You will make: A stylish set of fingerless gloves (worked flat and seamed).

Cost: $ 75.00
The Melt Shawl is a garter stitch, simple lace, and brioche pattern that is knit flat in several bands of color. This would make a perfect pattern if you'd like to try brioche (and/or lace!) for the first time. We’ll also discuss dealing with all of the yarn ends! This shawl works up quickly due to the short sections and will keep you going to the end of this addictive, fun technique. The class will meet twice, but you may find one session is enough to get you on your way.

Cost: $ 52.50
This class offers you a unique opportunity to learn and try something new and different! Faina designed this cowl for the purpose of teaching woven slip-stitch patterns. It might look a bit intimidating, but the truth is that this is an easy project. Using slip-stitch colorwork you work with only one color throughout a round. A very simple variation of Woven Waves stitch pattern combined with Dewdrop cast on, applied I-cord, and two gorgeous colors of yarn brings this cowl to perfection.

Cost: $ 45.00
Discover the World of Knitting with International Experts Join us for an incredible fall learning experience and immerse yourself in the diverse world of knitting with guidance from five internationally recognized experts. Our comprehensive program features 12 enriching gatherings over ZOOM, designed to expand your skills, inspire creativity, and offer a unique cultural perspective on knitting. Join us as we welcome Ann Budd, Faina Goberstein, Helen Robertson, Bristol Ivy & Mary Ann Gebhardt and our community of students for the Full Fiber Friday Experience! Click on the class link to learn more!

Cost: $ 399.00
Ladderback Jacquard via ZOOM!
- Oct 19, 2024 10:00 am

If you have trouble with stranded colorwork - it's too tight, not flexible, catches on fingers or jewelry, or generally just doesn't look good or feel comfortable, this is the class for you! Ladderback jacquard stranding, originally developed & used for machine knitting, is a version of double-knitting with only a one-stitch column. This technique can used in the round or flat! It?s particularly useful for motifs in which a single color is carried more than an inch, or when you need a stretchy, flexible garment such as a hat or cowl. This technique is easy to learn & apply to any stranded colorwork pattern!

Cost: $ 30.00
Is it time to learn some new skills while also making a great winter wardrobe staple? Then come make the incredibly popular Musselburgh Hat? The pattern now has over 17,000 projects on Ravelry - it must be good! In class we will discuss the pinhole cast-on, changing colors, tips for working in the round, and any other questions you may have to get you on your way to creating this simple but very versatile pattern.

Cost: $ 25.00
Afraid to tackle that sweater alone? We have the answer: Sweater Club! 2 months of community, 4 gatherings on ZOOM, 1 sweater, lots of fun lead by Theresa White, an amazing sweater knitter!!

Cost: $ 80.00
Double knitting is a cool and fun knitting technique that produces a double layer of stockinette stitch fabric with mirror image colorwork while knitting both layers at the same time. In this class we will use tubular cast on and bind off, knit in the round and learn the two handed method of double knitting while reading a chart.

Cost: $ 82.50
Join Christie as we try out some different sock patterns from The Sock Project, a new book by Summer Lee in this relaxed knit-along. We'll meet once a month to discuss and work on a new sock pattern, either to keep for yourself or tuck into your gift-giving box. The first month we'll be working on the Trompe le Monde Socks, featuring a fun striped and slipped-stitch pattern in 2 colors. The next month will be “knitter’s choice” where we can either decide as a group or each knit a favorite pattern from the book. And then finally the group will make the Breton Stripe Ribbed Socks, with the option to swap yarns with each other!

Cost: $ 60.00
Working on the actual pattern of Stockholm to NY cowl is a fun way to get to know slip-stitch knitting. This cowl is worked in the round from bottom up. The two colors used help to accentuate the stripes that showcase a mix of Stockinette, Garter, and a traditional slip-stitch pattern called Waffles. It is a very exciting class that opens a whole world of stitches that are easy to knit and at the same time making a fashion statement.

Cost: $ 45.00
Building with Lace Shawl via Classroom
- Nov 03, 2024 04:15 pm

Come join us for an adventure in Lace Knitting as we take a 11 month journey. Starting with Lace basics, we will move on through new lace techniques, building your skills each month with a new lace pattern. Class uses the very popular Knit Purl Hunter approach to assuring success with reference materials both written on online, complimented with our very own live instruction!

Cost: $ 180.00
Rhode Trip Cable Hat (in person)
- Nov 06, 2024 06:00 pm

Come learn how to knit cables with us where we will make this great hat! Sized for newborn through adult, this pattern will work for any head you want to keep warm. In class we will discuss the basics of cables, reading the pattern both written and in a chart, cable needles, and any other questions you may have to get you on your way to creating this beautiful style of knitted fabric.

Cost: $ 30.00
Travel via Zoom to Shetland and create this beautiful Shetland Lace coaster using an old shetland lace motif. You will learn this method of creating an attached backing layer leading to huge possibilities for your lace knitting. Helen will share examples of other Shetland Lace to inspire your next Shetland Lace project - the possibilities are endless!!

Cost: $ 45.00
Everyone loves puffins! This cheery bird is part of the culture and beauty of Shetland and Orkney from April to August each year when they arrive for the breeding season! The Puffin Hunter scarf will be launched during Helen's Puffin Day at Shetland Wool Week 2024! Inspired by the rich colors of the puffin & their novel features, participants in this class will learn how to knit the Puffin Hunter Lace Scarf and Puffin Head Brooch!

Cost: $ 45.00
Travel virtually to Shetland and learn Helen’s brand new easy way to knit your old clothes into decorative items for your home! Ragtime knitting uses an easy clever method to incorporate your rags of favorite fabrics into functional and decorative items from bags to baskets, hat to cowls, and multiple options for home. You will learn the both the single sided and the double sided version of ragtime knitting to start coasters plus how to decrease for shaping for other applications. Re-purposing worn clothing and gives them a 2nd life and is so great for our planet! It's estimated that 80% of our fabric ends up in landfills. Let's reduce this number and have fun doing it!

Cost: $ 45.00
Fair Isle Gift Bag
- Nov 24, 2024 02:00 pm

This class is a great introduction to stranded color knitting while creating that special touch for gift giving. You will learn: Circular knitting, chart reading, stranded color work, and three-needle bind-off. .

Cost: $ 52.50
Project Peace KAL 2024 (in person)
- Dec 01, 2024 12:30 pm

Come join us at the LYS for the annual Peace Knitalong, featuring a pattern by Ambah O'Brien, Advent-ursome Wrap. With a lot of opportunity for color creativity, possible size modifications, use for partial balls, & holiday theme: Advent-uresome Wrap by Ambah will be the perfect knit for December. This is a beloved tradition at the LYS, a time for mindfulness, creativity, fellowship, & holiday intentions! People from all over the world participate in this annual tradition. Led locally by Jennifer Miller of Theodora's Pearls, give yourself the opportunity for some community time with friends during this most hectic time of the year.

Cost: $ 15.00
AS EASY AS 1, 1, 2, 3: FIBONACCI MITERED SQUARES with Bristol Ivy will be a class you'll love because the Fibonacci sequence shows up everywhere, from math to nature to art. But did you know it’s also applicable to your knitting? In this class, we’ll use this formula in combination with a beloved and easy knitting technique to create one-of-a-kind mitered square pattern blocks you can use in blankets, scarves, garments—all without breaking your yarn once!

Cost: $ 65.00
Short rows are a very handy way to add shape to your knitting in both conventional and unexpected ways. Use them to turn a heel on a sock, better tailor a garment to your shape, or add unexpected twists and turns to accessories. In this class we will discuss the mechanics of short rows, try out different short row techniques, and think about when and where to use them.

Cost: $ 65.00
A Taste of Machine Knitting (in person)
- Oct 26, 2024 01:30 pm

Curious about machine knitting? This class will give you the opportunity to decide if machine knitting is for you before committing to the investment in equipment. Or maybe you inherited a machine and you would like to learn to use it. This class is for you! You'll learn how to cast on and bind off, how to increase and decrease, and how to troubleshoot errors (which WILL occur, just like in hand knitting). You will see samples of what is possible with a knitting machine and develop an understanding of how using a machine can enhance your hand knitting. By the end of the class, you will have created a cast-on rag that can be used for provisional cast-ons in your hand knitting and any future machine knitting you may do!

Cost: $ 65.00
Join me and learn the fun and relaxing hobby of needle felting and create these adorable felted toadstools!

Cost: $ 45.00
Join Amanda for this intermediate level class honing your felting skills and learning some new techniques while making this adorable Polar Bear!

Cost: $ 45.00
In this 3 hour workshop you will learn about the basics of needle felting. Deborah will introduce you to the tools and different wools you can use in this lovely, relaxing craft. Learn to 'paint' with wool and surprise yourself at the results! Using a barbed needle (instead of a paintbrush) and colored wool you can create stunning works of art. You will be guided to create a lovely needle felted project using a 2 D kit purchased from Longmont Yarn Shoppe. Perfect to make for yourself or as a gift for someone else!

Cost: $ 45.00
Basic Drop Spindle - One Session Class
- Nov 02, 2024 10:00 am

Join Darla and Mark from Warp and Woolens to explore spinning with a drop spindle. Learn how to use a top whorl, bottom whorl or Turkish spindle, from making a leader, to spinning, and plying. You'll be amazed at how fun and easy it is to make your own yarn!

Cost: $ 32.50
Put your hands on a spindle and feel the fiber being turned into yarn. This class will begin with a discussion on fiber and a basic lesson on using a spindle. You will take the spindle and some fiber home to practice. In the 2nd lesson we will check in on our techniques and evaluate our yarn. This lesson will include instruction on plying on a spindle. You will have another week to practice and then you will try out a spinning wheel. Look at all the wonderful yarn we have spun!

Cost: $ 75.00
Do you think tatting is just for Grandma? Come learn shuttle tatting with Darla of Warp and Woolens and discover how this fun portable craft can round out your fiber practice. Learn basic tatting concepts, including reading patterns, hand position, making chains and rings and "popping the knot". Tatting isn't just for doilies! PS., Grandma is welcome too!

Cost: $ 30.00
Rigid Heddle 1 (in person)
- Oct 10, 2024 10:30 am

This class will introduce you to the power of the rigid heddle loom! We will cover weaving terminology, how to set up the loom and of course how to weave. During class we will create a variety of fabrics and textures using plain weave and pick up stick patterns. By the end of the class you will be able to warp and weave on the rigid heddle loom on your own. This class is perfect for anyone who has been wanting to learn how to weave but has not been sure where to start!

Cost: $ 205.00
Weaving Study Group (in person)
- Oct 16, 2024 10:00 am

Weaving Study Group is a place for harness weavers to meet together/gather, learn and share. Lead by master weaver Beth Fowler, each gathering will include a presentation on a variety of topics relevant to harness weaving and based on the group's interest.

Cost: $ 60.00
In this tapestry class, students will learn to use various technical processes (plain weave, soumak, knotted pyle) to produce a sampler and then apply these techniques to a small finished piece of their own design. Registration for this class includes a warped loom that is yours to keep and a selection of weft yarns to get you started. Zoom students will have looms shipped to them.

Cost: $ 225.00
Inkle Weaving is a fun way to learn about weaving without the investment of expensive equipment to start out. An Inkle loom is a portable belt loom that can be warped up in an afternoon and woven in 3-4 hours. Inkle bands can be used to make belts, straps, bookmarks, ornaments and more. You will learn to warp your loom and read patterns so you can re-warp a loom on your own. Students may bring your own loom or rent a loom from the instructor.

Cost: $ 110.00
Zoom Loom with Stephanie! (in person)
- Oct 26, 2024 10:00 am

Ready for weaving on the go? The Zoom Loom is a pin loom that produces 4x4” square. Use one square as a coaster or put several squares together for a shawl, garment or blanket. We will learn how to use the Zoom Loom and a couple joining techniques. Get ready for weaving on the go. This loom is so small and portable you will be shocked how quickly you develop a stack of squares!

Cost: $ 50.00
Combining color and weave, twill and, block weaving shadow weave is a unique way to expand foundational skills. In class, students will work with perle cotton to create a table runner, scarf, dishtowels, or placemats. We will dive into how shadow weave works and how to expand from 4 harness patterns to 6 and 8 harness patterns.

Cost: $ 195.00

Calendar


Cocoknits Sweater Workshop (in person)

In this 2-session in person workshop you'll learn the Cocoknits method for sweater construction while making the Emma sweater. Students will have the option to knit Version A, B or C. This popular design construction can be the launchpad for a variety of styles of Cocoknits sweaters in a variety of yarn weights - the sky is the limit!

Confidence with Color: An Introduction to Color Theory for Fiber Artists

This class will introduce the fundamentals of color theory through the study of knit and woven swatches. We will practice color mixing by carding wool, and we will explore a variety of tools and methods for designing and testing color palettes. Students are invited to bring along a pattern for a discussion of project specific color selection at the end of class.

Oct 12
Stranded Knitting - Make a Hat or Cowl (in person)
Oct 13
Gardens of Giverny KAL with Heather (Via ZOOM!)
Oct 15
Community Handwork - Tuesday afternoons