Knitting Classes in Longmont - Learn Weaving, Crochet and More
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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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Classes

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Proof of vaccination No Longer Required for in person classes & private lessons

For in person classes we are making a change & no longer requiring proof of vaccination status to participate in a class or private lesson. 
 
For the safety of everyone we ask our customers/students, staff and teachers to stay home if sick. 

Anyone who wishes is encouraged to wear a mask if that makes being in the shop more comfortable.  For those not comfortable in a class/group setting private lessons are always available. 


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 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!"

Spinning Classes


Basic Drop Spindle - One Session Class
- Sep 25, 2023 06:00 pm

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
Join Darla and Mark from Warp and Woolens to discover your Spinning Superpower by making the perfect yarn for your knitting, crochet or weaving project! This is the first class of a four-part series. We will help you conceive your project, map out the process from fiber to finish, and explore yarn structure. We will discuss fiber selection, color influences, fiber prep, spinning and plying techniques. Each class segment is independent, but they are better taken as a series.

Cost: $ 30.00
Spinning with Intention: Fiber Prep
- Oct 16, 2023 06:00 pm

Join Darla and Mark from Warp and Woolens to discover your Spinning Superpower by making the perfect yarn for your knitting, crochet or weaving project! This is the second class of a four-part series. We will explore fiber prep techniques, including combing, carding, flicking, and drum carding. Each class segment is independent, but they are better taken as a series.

Cost: $ 30.00
Spinning with Intention: Spinning
- Oct 23, 2023 06:00 pm

Join Darla & mark from Warp and Woolens to discover your Spinning Superpower - making the perfect yarn for your knitting, crochet or weaving project. This is the third class of a four-part series We will demonstrate and practice worsted and woolen spinning techniques. Each class segment is independent, but they are better taken as a series.

Cost: $ 30.00
Spinning with Intention: Plying
- Oct 30, 2023 06:00 pm

Join Darla and Mark from Warp and Woolens to discover your Spinning Superpower by making the perfect yarn for your knitting, crochet or weaving project! This is the fourth class of a four-part series. Each class segment is independent, but they are better taken as a series, Taking yarn singles you have created, we will explore how to choose plying techniques to finish your yarn. We will practice traditional multi-bobbin plying, chain plying, Andean plying and 2x2 cable plying.

Cost: $ 30.00
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
Basic Drop Spindle - One Session Class
- Nov 04, 2023 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
In this class we will demystify spinning wheel ratios. The spinning wheel is an incredible tool. You will explore how to make the best use of the whorls and tension adjustments to make your spinning wheel spin the yarn you want.

Cost: $ 45.00

Calendar


Tips for Successfully Designed Handwovens Plus Project Planning Help

Often the hardest part of weaving is knowing what fibers to choose, what colors to mix, what weave structure is best for your project and how best to finish a piece. In this class students will learn all about how to match heddle/reed sizes to yarn weights as well as how to adjust sett based on weave structure. Learn more about what yarns are best suited for the warp and weft as well as how to blend yarns of different weights and materials to create one cohesive piece. In class Sara will show lots of samples and share ideas on how to get color combinations that will pop. A portion of class will be dedicated to reviewing warp and weft calculation questions and advice on specific projects are encouraged. This class is intended to help rigid heddle, table loom or floor loom weavers of any level continue their mastery of weaving.

FIBER FRIDAY with Carissa Browning: BREAKING PLAID via ZOOM!

Learn how to combine double knitting with double-stranded garter stitch to produce a double-thick, double-sided plaid fabric. Explore the unique stitches used to transition from double-stranding to double knitting and back again. By the end of the class, students will be prepared to cast on the Breaking Plaid bandana cowl, or one of its many variations, such as a loop cowl, triangular shawl, or scarf.

Steek a Pair of Coasters! (in person)

Cut your knitting? Are you SILLY? Why would anyone do that? Well, knitting stranded color work is easier in the round. Not to mention that our tension is usually more consistent in the round as well. Whether you decide to make a set of single-color or stranded color work coasters as homework, we will all hold each others hands and cheer for one another while we cut our knitted coasters. You'll have the chance to steek your coasters twice and the opportunity to finish at least one in class. No liquid courage required!

Sep 23
Learn to Crochet Level 2 - Working in Rows (in person)
Sep 23
Cocoknits Sweater Workshop - Hybrid Class (in person and via Zoom)
Sep 23
Needle Felting 101 - Fall Pumpkins with Amanda (in person)