Hours
Monday - CLOSED
Tuesday - Thursday 10- 5 pm
Friday 10 - 6 pm
Saturday 10 - 5
Sunday 12- 4 pm
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Classes
Proof of Vaccination Required for in person classes & private lessons
With the rise in Covid in Boulder County we have decided for the health of our staff and community to require proof of vaccination for all in person classes and private lessons. Please provide a copy of your card upon arrival to class. Rest assured that all staff and teachers at LYS are vaccinated as well.Thank you for your patience and support as we navigate this pandemic.
Private Lessons
Our private lessons are ideal if you prefer to work one-on-one, have a hectic schedule or need a refresher. If you have a specific project you'd like some extra help with, come see us.
Private Lesson Rates
$35.00 for 45 minutes
$40.00 for a full hour
Call 303-678-8242
email info@longmontyarn.com
or stop by soon to schedule your lesson.
A note about Class, CLUB, CAL, & KAL materials. We ask that students purchase their yarn for the class or CAL/KAL, Club at LYS for the programs we offer. There are 2 main reasons for this:
- 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.
- 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.
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Spring Yarn Tasting in person!
- May 21, 2022 09:00 am
- May 21, 2022 09:00 am
Spring Yarn Tasting in person! - May 21, 2022 09:00 am
Join the Longmont Yarn Shoppe staff as we try out a variety of spring yarns! Have your knitting needles and crochet hooks on hand as we tour the new yarns together.
Cost: $ 10.00
Join the Longmont Yarn Shoppe staff as we try out a variety of spring yarns! Have your knitting needles and crochet hooks on hand as we tour the new yarns together.
Cost: $ 10.00
Quillie Class - Make a Quillie Coaster in person
- Jun 18, 2022 10:00 am
- Jun 18, 2022 10:00 am
Quillie Class - Make a Quillie Coaster in person - Jun 18, 2022 10:00 am
Have you heard of Quillies? These delightful swirls of wool can be combined in an infinite amount of ways. In this class you will learn the fundamentals of making quillies while making a quillie coaster (a variety of colors will be available). You can then take your knowledge and create all sorts of fiber art pieces. There will be a variety of examples in class.
Cost: $ 40.00
Have you heard of Quillies? These delightful swirls of wool can be combined in an infinite amount of ways. In this class you will learn the fundamentals of making quillies while making a quillie coaster (a variety of colors will be available). You can then take your knowledge and create all sorts of fiber art pieces. There will be a variety of examples in class.
Cost: $ 40.00
Crochet 101-Learn to Crochet in Classroom
- Jun 21, 2022 06:00 pm
- Jun 21, 2022 06:00 pm
Crochet 101-Learn to Crochet in Classroom - Jun 21, 2022 06:00 pm
Ready to get in on the hottest thing in fiber arts! Learn to crochet! At this 3 session class you will learn to make a chain, single crochet, double crochet and half double crochet.. You can choose to make a pair of fingerless mitts or a scarf. Your class fee includes a complementary LYS Manifesto bag to carry your pattern and projects in!
Cost: $ 75.00
Ready to get in on the hottest thing in fiber arts! Learn to crochet! At this 3 session class you will learn to make a chain, single crochet, double crochet and half double crochet.. You can choose to make a pair of fingerless mitts or a scarf. Your class fee includes a complementary LYS Manifesto bag to carry your pattern and projects in!
Cost: $ 75.00
Crochet 101-Learn to Crochet in Classroom
- Jul 16, 2022 10:00 am
- Jul 16, 2022 10:00 am
Crochet 101-Learn to Crochet in Classroom - Jul 16, 2022 10:00 am
Ready to get in on the hottest thing in fiber arts! Learn to crochet! At this 3 session class you will learn to make a chain, single crochet, double crochet and half double crochet.. You can choose to make a pair of fingerless mitts or a scarf. Your class fee includes a complementary LYS Manifesto bag to carry your pattern and projects in!
Cost: $ 75.00
Ready to get in on the hottest thing in fiber arts! Learn to crochet! At this 3 session class you will learn to make a chain, single crochet, double crochet and half double crochet.. You can choose to make a pair of fingerless mitts or a scarf. Your class fee includes a complementary LYS Manifesto bag to carry your pattern and projects in!
Cost: $ 75.00
The Longest Day with Team ANN BUDD!!
- Jun 19, 2022 01:00 pm
- Jun 19, 2022 01:00 pm
The Longest Day with Team ANN BUDD!! - Jun 19, 2022 01:00 pm
Please join us on The Longest Day as Ann knits to raise awareness (and hopefully a whole lot of funds) for the Alzheimer's Association. Each year the Alzheimer's Association challenges individuals to help fight the disease by raising funds and awareness for care, support, and research on the day with the most light. Ann will be popping in to 5 of her favorite local yarn shops via zoom. We invite you to participate in all gatherings June 19th!
Cost: $ FREE
Please join us on The Longest Day as Ann knits to raise awareness (and hopefully a whole lot of funds) for the Alzheimer's Association. Each year the Alzheimer's Association challenges individuals to help fight the disease by raising funds and awareness for care, support, and research on the day with the most light. Ann will be popping in to 5 of her favorite local yarn shops via zoom. We invite you to participate in all gatherings June 19th!
Cost: $ FREE
Knitters Muse: The Power of Inspiration at FIBER FRIDAY with Fiona Ellis via ZOOM
- May 20, 2022 04:00 pm
- May 20, 2022 04:00 pm
Knitters Muse: The Power of Inspiration at FIBER FRIDAY with Fiona Ellis via ZOOM - May 20, 2022 04:00 pm
The world is FULL of inspiration - from exotic travels to everyday scenes. Fiona will talk about her favourite sources of inspiration and how she uses them as a springboard for her knit designs. Looking not only at the initial spark but at underlying themes of rhythm, pattern, balance, repetition, shape, proportion, texture, movement and so on. Then delving deeper, Fiona will go onto explore the creative process, sharing tips and methods that she has found useful; moving onto how you might jump-start your own unique ideas. This presentation may even change the way you look at the world!
Cost: $ 40.00
The world is FULL of inspiration - from exotic travels to everyday scenes. Fiona will talk about her favourite sources of inspiration and how she uses them as a springboard for her knit designs. Looking not only at the initial spark but at underlying themes of rhythm, pattern, balance, repetition, shape, proportion, texture, movement and so on. Then delving deeper, Fiona will go onto explore the creative process, sharing tips and methods that she has found useful; moving onto how you might jump-start your own unique ideas. This presentation may even change the way you look at the world!
Cost: $ 40.00
Learn to Knit - Handwarmers via Classroom
- May 26, 2022 05:30 pm
- May 26, 2022 05:30 pm
Learn to Knit - Handwarmers via Classroom - May 26, 2022 05:30 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
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
Solicitude KAL via ZOOM
- May 29, 2022 03:00 pm
- May 29, 2022 03:00 pm
Solicitude KAL via ZOOM - May 29, 2022 03:00 pm
Join us in supporting knitwear designer Justyna Lorkowska while knitting in community to raise funds for the Pila Foodbank. Justyna is the creator of the stunning Solicitude Wrap. Justyna is donating all the proceeds from the sale of her pattern to the Pila Food bank. With eye-catching texture and dramatic proportions this must-knit wrap can be knit using a lace held double or fingering wt yarn. The proceeds from the KAL seat fee will be donated to World Food Program and earmarked for Ukraine Refugees.
Cost: $ 20.00
Join us in supporting knitwear designer Justyna Lorkowska while knitting in community to raise funds for the Pila Foodbank. Justyna is the creator of the stunning Solicitude Wrap. Justyna is donating all the proceeds from the sale of her pattern to the Pila Food bank. With eye-catching texture and dramatic proportions this must-knit wrap can be knit using a lace held double or fingering wt yarn. The proceeds from the KAL seat fee will be donated to World Food Program and earmarked for Ukraine Refugees.
Cost: $ 20.00
Tints, Tones & Knitting two (colours) Together Fiber Friday with Fiona Ellis via ZOOM
- Jun 03, 2022 04:00 pm
- Jun 03, 2022 04:00 pm
Tints, Tones & Knitting two (colours) Together Fiber Friday with Fiona Ellis via ZOOM - Jun 03, 2022 04:00 pm
Working with colour can be so much fun! And dreaming up your own colour story is very rewarding. In this seminar Fiona will look at the principles of colour theory and show how they can be applied to knitted projects. Understanding how color temperature, tonal value, complimentary and analogous color schemes (along with many other terms) impact our knitted projects can be an invaluable tool when it comes to selecting colours for our projects. Fiona will also share what inspires her colour palettes and encourage you to look for sources to use as springboards for your own unique ideas.
Cost: $ 40.00
Working with colour can be so much fun! And dreaming up your own colour story is very rewarding. In this seminar Fiona will look at the principles of colour theory and show how they can be applied to knitted projects. Understanding how color temperature, tonal value, complimentary and analogous color schemes (along with many other terms) impact our knitted projects can be an invaluable tool when it comes to selecting colours for our projects. Fiona will also share what inspires her colour palettes and encourage you to look for sources to use as springboards for your own unique ideas.
Cost: $ 40.00
Creating Cable Patterning & Celtic Knit Cables at FIBER FRIDAY with Fiona Ellis via ZOOM
- Jun 10, 2022 04:00 pm
- Jun 10, 2022 04:00 pm
Creating Cable Patterning & Celtic Knit Cables at FIBER FRIDAY with Fiona Ellis via ZOOM - Jun 10, 2022 04:00 pm
Even the most complex looking cable pattern can be broken down into basic building blocks. Fiona will show you how these basic crosses can be linked together to create more elaborate looking, but workable, cables. Then by taking a closer look at Celtic Knot patterns we will examine some techniques that may not be used in regular rope cables. While you knit a sample to try them out, Fiona will explain & demo the techniques, show you how to read the charts, including ooking at the symbols used, and for the more advanced cable knitter discuss how you might modify patterns to make them your own. With an understanding of what is taking place when cabling you will be better able to follow a pattern or fix any mistakes as they arise (which never happens right?)
Cost: $ 40.00
Even the most complex looking cable pattern can be broken down into basic building blocks. Fiona will show you how these basic crosses can be linked together to create more elaborate looking, but workable, cables. Then by taking a closer look at Celtic Knot patterns we will examine some techniques that may not be used in regular rope cables. While you knit a sample to try them out, Fiona will explain & demo the techniques, show you how to read the charts, including ooking at the symbols used, and for the more advanced cable knitter discuss how you might modify patterns to make them your own. With an understanding of what is taking place when cabling you will be better able to follow a pattern or fix any mistakes as they arise (which never happens right?)
Cost: $ 40.00
Autumn Fade Mittens (in person)
- Jun 15, 2022 05:00 pm
- Jun 15, 2022 05:00 pm
Autumn Fade Mittens (in person) - Jun 15, 2022 05:00 pm
Elizabeth Zimmerman wrote ?It is better not to make mittens in a hurry...Stash them away as they are finished, and when the time comes, next winter, you can deal them out with a liberal hand.? And that is what we are going to do. Join us in making these beautiful colorwork mittens this summer so you will have them to enjoy once the weather turns.
Cost: $ 45.00
Elizabeth Zimmerman wrote ?It is better not to make mittens in a hurry...Stash them away as they are finished, and when the time comes, next winter, you can deal them out with a liberal hand.? And that is what we are going to do. Join us in making these beautiful colorwork mittens this summer so you will have them to enjoy once the weather turns.
Cost: $ 45.00
Make it Your Own Top Down Sweater: Saddle Shoulder with Ann Budd via ZOOM!
- Jun 30, 2022 06:00 pm
- Jun 30, 2022 06:00 pm
Make it Your Own Top Down Sweater: Saddle Shoulder with Ann Budd via ZOOM! - Jun 30, 2022 06:00 pm
In this six-lesson, eight-week online class, you'll learn how to use the charted instructions in The Knitter's Handy Book of Top-Down Sweaters to knit yourself a saddle shoulder sweater with help from Ann Budd every step of the way. You'll choose between a pullover and cardigan, and between crewneck and V-neck shaping. You'll also choose the weight of yarn (from fingering to bulky) and the finished size (from 26 to 54 inch bust/chest circumference).
Cost: $ 180.00
In this six-lesson, eight-week online class, you'll learn how to use the charted instructions in The Knitter's Handy Book of Top-Down Sweaters to knit yourself a saddle shoulder sweater with help from Ann Budd every step of the way. You'll choose between a pullover and cardigan, and between crewneck and V-neck shaping. You'll also choose the weight of yarn (from fingering to bulky) and the finished size (from 26 to 54 inch bust/chest circumference).
Cost: $ 180.00
Custom Socks with Ann Budd VIA ZOOM!
- Sep 06, 2022 06:00 pm
- Sep 06, 2022 06:00 pm
Custom Socks with Ann Budd VIA ZOOM! - Sep 06, 2022 06:00 pm
In this 4-lesson online class, you'll learn the basics of top-down sock construction as explained in Getting Started Knitting Socks and how to use foot measurements and knitting gauge to knit a perfect pair of socks, no matter the foot size or yarn gauge. Beginning with a flexible cast-on at the top of the leg, through a flap-and-gusset heel, and ending with Kitchener stitch at the toe, Ann will demonstrate every step necessary to make a pair of socks for any size from child to large adult.
Cost: $ 80.00
In this 4-lesson online class, you'll learn the basics of top-down sock construction as explained in Getting Started Knitting Socks and how to use foot measurements and knitting gauge to knit a perfect pair of socks, no matter the foot size or yarn gauge. Beginning with a flexible cast-on at the top of the leg, through a flap-and-gusset heel, and ending with Kitchener stitch at the toe, Ann will demonstrate every step necessary to make a pair of socks for any size from child to large adult.
Cost: $ 80.00
Needle Felted Cats on a Fence - In Person
- May 24, 2022 06:00 pm
- May 24, 2022 06:00 pm
Needle Felted Cats on a Fence - In Person - May 24, 2022 06:00 pm
Everyone has a favorite cat or 6. Learn how to create a flat felt wall hanging with colors representative of your favorite four legged furry feline and their friends. In this class you will utilize a cookie cutter as a form to felt a cat and embellish. You can make one or add friends to increase the party. Kits will be included with this class.
Cost: $ 40.00
Everyone has a favorite cat or 6. Learn how to create a flat felt wall hanging with colors representative of your favorite four legged furry feline and their friends. In this class you will utilize a cookie cutter as a form to felt a cat and embellish. You can make one or add friends to increase the party. Kits will be included with this class.
Cost: $ 40.00
Sculpting Summer Flowers Punch Needle in person
- Aug 13, 2022 10:00 am
- Aug 13, 2022 10:00 am
Sculpting Summer Flowers Punch Needle in person - Aug 13, 2022 10:00 am
Come learn Punch Needle rug Hooking or take your skills to the next level with this sculpting punch needle class. Learn the basics as well as how to make longer loops than the needle is designed to make. These long loops are fun on their own, and easily sculpted into shapes. Your class kit includes a 5x7 frame with a floral patterned stretched monks cloth. A variety of flower colors will be available in class.
Cost: $ 70.00
Come learn Punch Needle rug Hooking or take your skills to the next level with this sculpting punch needle class. Learn the basics as well as how to make longer loops than the needle is designed to make. These long loops are fun on their own, and easily sculpted into shapes. Your class kit includes a 5x7 frame with a floral patterned stretched monks cloth. A variety of flower colors will be available in class.
Cost: $ 70.00
Spinning 101 - In Person
- Jun 16, 2022 05:00 pm
- Jun 16, 2022 05:00 pm
Spinning 101 - In Person - Jun 16, 2022 05:00 pm
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
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
Learn to Weave on a Table Loom - Introduction to Harness Loom Weaving
- May 19, 2022 10:30 am
- May 19, 2022 10:30 am
Learn to Weave on a Table Loom - Introduction to Harness Loom Weaving - May 19, 2022 10:30 am
If you are interested in learning how a table loom and a floor loom operate this is the class for you! Over the course of this three week class students will learn how to wind a warp, thread a loom, read weaving drafts as well as weave a variety of eye catching patterns on a four harness table loom. Class will focus on creating samplers using cotton yarn to get the creative juices flowing for future handwoven projects!
Cost: $ 190.00
If you are interested in learning how a table loom and a floor loom operate this is the class for you! Over the course of this three week class students will learn how to wind a warp, thread a loom, read weaving drafts as well as weave a variety of eye catching patterns on a four harness table loom. Class will focus on creating samplers using cotton yarn to get the creative juices flowing for future handwoven projects!
Cost: $ 190.00
Spaced and Crammed Scarf (in person)
- May 22, 2022 11:00 am
- May 22, 2022 11:00 am
Spaced and Crammed Scarf (in person) - May 22, 2022 11:00 am
Come learn to weave a spaced and crammed scarf using Jaggerspun Zephyr, a super soft and drapey yarn. If lace weight yarns are always catching your eye but you aren?t sure how to incorporate them into your rigid heddle weaving without using two heddles this is the class for you.
Cost: $ 120.00
Come learn to weave a spaced and crammed scarf using Jaggerspun Zephyr, a super soft and drapey yarn. If lace weight yarns are always catching your eye but you aren?t sure how to incorporate them into your rigid heddle weaving without using two heddles this is the class for you.
Cost: $ 120.00
Rigid Heddle 1
- Jun 05, 2022 11:00 am
- Jun 05, 2022 11:00 am
Rigid Heddle 1 - Jun 05, 2022 11:00 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: $ 180.00
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: $ 180.00
Tapestry Weaving with David Johnson In Person
- Jun 25, 2022 01:00 pm
- Jun 25, 2022 01:00 pm
Tapestry Weaving with David Johnson In Person - Jun 25, 2022 01:00 pm
In this class students will weave tapestries using plain and soumak techniques lead by instructor David Johnson of Arachne Weaving. Class fee includes loom, warp and weft yarns.
Cost: $ 199.00
In this class students will weave tapestries using plain and soumak techniques lead by instructor David Johnson of Arachne Weaving. Class fee includes loom, warp and weft yarns.
Cost: $ 199.00
Coiled Jewelry 101
- Jul 08, 2022 10:00 am
- Jul 08, 2022 10:00 am
Coiled Jewelry 101 - Jul 08, 2022 10:00 am
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
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
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Learn to Weave on a Table Loom - Introduction to Harness Loom Weaving
If you are interested in learning how a table loom and a floor loom operate this is the class for you! Over the course of this three week class students will learn how to wind a warp, thread a loom, read weaving drafts as well as weave a variety of eye catching patterns on a four harness table loom. Class will focus on creating samplers using cotton yarn to get the creative juices flowing for future handwoven projects!