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Emily's commitment to sustainability doesn't stop at gorgeous colors though. The 100% Merino/Rambouillet wool in each naturally-dyed Wool & Palette skein comes from sheep that are treated responsibly and raised with a progressive approach to land management. This wool comes exclusively from the Shaniko Wool Company farm group, headed by Jeanne Carver, based just around the bend in Maupin, Oregon.
This storied wool is Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) certified, grown, and milled in the United States. RWS certified wool means you can rest assured the fiber you are investing in is ethically and responsibly sourced through a transparent and certified supply chain. The ranches that make up the Shaniko Wool Company farm group reach beyond the highest standards in land management and human & animal welfare standards. All processing of this non-superwash wool is kept as domestic as possible to offset global shipping. These happy sheep produce high-quality wool that is soft enough to wear against your skin at 20-21 microns.
In addition to loads of yummy yarn for you to take home, Emily will be bringing her jars of dye materials to give us a glimpse at what they look like in their raw form. Discover truly magnificent yarn produced with utmost care at every turn – from sheep to plant to skein.
A classic buttoned vest in an all-over cable pattern, Smokeshow is a engaging knit that would be right at home in a library, curled up in a leather chair with your favorite book.
The overall cable pattern is subtle, with a bit of hidden texture, and the button bands are worked in twisted rib for added visual interest. The ribbed hem plays right into the cable pattern, and the overall effect is simple and classic.
Smokeshow is the kind of knit that will get noticed in any outfit you create, but it doesn’t look for the attention.
We welcome Caroline back to Fancywork to lead us through all the twists and turns of this timeless pattern. Due to her extensive experience as one of Thea's test knitters, Caroline is intimately familiar with her pattern writing style, as well as what yarns will best showcase this incredible design.
Register for the KAL online (just add this item to your cart) or stop in the shop to sign up in person. Caroline will be on hand Saturday, September 14th from 10-11 am to help advise Smokeshow knitters on yarn choice, so you can get those gauge swatches done and be ready to cast on for the first official meetup the following weekend, Saturday, September 21 at 10am.
THE SCHEDULE:
This Knitalong meets in person on alternating Saturday mornings at Fancywork:
- Optional Yarn Support from Caroline!: Saturday, September 14, 10-11 am
- Meetup 1: Saturday, September 21, 10 am - 12 pm
- Meetup 2: Saturday, October 5, 10 am - 12 pm
- Meetup 3: Saturday, October 19, 10 am - 12 pm
HOW TO REGISTER:
To register for the KAL, add this item to your cart or come visit us in the shop.
Purchase yarn for your project from Fancywork. Your support of our shop helps us continue to offer community events like this one. Thank you!
FAQs
What's a Knitalong (or Crochetalong, or Makealong)?
A knitalong (KAL), Crochetalong (CAL) or Makealong (MAL) is a social event designed to bring the maker community together around a specific pattern or yarn – or sometimes both. Enjoy connecting with others while knitting or crocheting the same garment or working with a particular yarn together. This is a fantastic time to gather together with others in our fiber arts community, enjoy camaraderie, and get a little guidance and project support along the way.
What ISN'T a Knitalong/Crochetalong/Makealong?
A KAL/CAL/MAL is not a class. You should be reasonably familiar with the techniques required to work through the project at hand. However, help is never far away! If you ever find yourself in need of extended project support, drop in to our Help Session, offered weekly on Saturdays from 1-3pm.
This is a two-session class
Times: Tuesdays, September 10 & 17 from 5:30-7:30pm
Cost: $80, materials included
Level: Absolute Beginner
Our Crochet 101 class is designed for never-before crocheters to gain proficiency with the fundamental stitches that form the basis of a world of gorgeous textural designs. In this two-session, 2-hour class, we will learn the 3 foundation stitches that make up most of crochet: single, half-double, and double. As well as chaining, slip stitches, and how to hold your hook and yarn.
Materials: Included
Class Policies: Be sure to read our general Class Policies before registering.
Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel or reschedule your registration, please provide at least 24 hours advance notice before the start of your first class for a refund minus a $10 service fee. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours notice are non-refundable.
This is a one-session class
Times: Tuesday, September 24 from 5:30pm-7:30pm
Cost: $40, plus materials*
Level: Advanced Beginner
*Please note: Cost for materials is NOT included in the class fee. See materials list below. Yarn for our classes must be purchased at Fancywork.
Bring some joy to your daily skincare routine and build upon your basic crochet skills. Silt stitch is an intriguing, yet easy to work repeat stitch pattern, perfect for the new crocheter. This class focuses on learning and practicing the basic stitches, working with gauge, stitch repeats to create texture, and diagram reading. It's a content-rich class held over two short hours! Plus, these sweet little bite-sized projects will be a snap to work up, making your gift giving a breeze.
Materials:
- One skein sport-weight cotton yarn. We recommend Blue Sky Fibers Organic Cotton Sport or Amano Yarns inti
- Hooks: Crochet hook in sizes F or G.
- Basic crochet notions: a few removable stitch markers, tapestry needle, and scissors.
Prerequisite skills: Crochet 101 or equivalent skills including single, half-double, and double crochet stitches.
Instructor: Amanda Bronson
Materials: Thank you for supporting small business! Your purchase of yarn and materials at Fancywork helps us continue to offer classes to enhance your knitting journey. Fancywork staff is happy to help you choose the right yarn and needles for your class.
Class Policies: Be sure to read our general Class Policies before registering.
Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel or reschedule your registration, please provide at least 24 hours advance notice before the start of your first class for a refund minus a $10 service fee. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours notice are non-refundable.
If you’re stuck on a knitting project or just not sure how to interpret some tricky pattern directions, never fear! Our knitting experts are here!
Help Sessions are offered on a first-come, first-served drop-in basis, with space for 6 at a time. Stop by the shop and get back on the road to happy stitching again each Wednesday and Saturday from 1:00-3:00pm.
Grab the snacks and let's hit the road! Ali Pate is bringing her Road Trip Sock Yarn to Bend for an extended trunk show starting Thursday, August 8! Shop beautiful hand-dyed yarn, featuring a rainbow of custom colors dyed just for us plus a haul of her very best-sellers.
Sweater quantities, grab-n-go kits, and souvenir skeins alike will be available with the very best selection in the shop on Thursday, August 8th ONLY including:
~ Road Trip Sock Yarn ~
~ Road Trip Sock Sparkle ~
~ Road Trip DK Sparkle ~
~ Mini Shawl Combos ~
~ Short Sock Combos ~
~ Cat/Dog Inspired Sock Yarn ~
~ Cat/Dog mini skein packs ~
Fancywork's custom colors will remain in the shop through mid-September, with the bulk of Ali's regular selections hitting the trail with her after we close up shop on Thursday.
MEET ALI: Ali Pate was raised in Punxsutawney, Pa. A very rural environment led to an active childhood with time invested in Girl Scouting and community service. Later, those experiences were utilized at Indiana University of Pennsylvania while studying Fine Arts. Ali earned a BFA in 2003 with a concentration in ceramics. Then, earned an MA in 2007 with a concentration in fibers. Throughout her college experience, she worked at The University Museum, and continued to work at IUP after graduation.
In the later half of 2008, Ali moved to Denver, Colorado. She quickly established a studio and Herd of Cats business. Originally operating as a Fine Arts endeavor, Herd of Cats evolved with Ali’s interests over the years. The works created under Herd of Cats always returned to her foundation studies of ceramics and fiber arts.
In 2018, Herd of Cats took a major twist by including yarn dyeing. Ali applied skills learned in both her BFA and MA degrees to hand dye yarns. During the same time Ali created Road Trip Sock Yarn. She worked to simultaneously build two indie businesses in yarns and fibers, which launched to local shops in 2019. Herd of Cats and Road Trip Sock Yarn developed hand-in-hand. Herd of Cats went on to create Meow Mélange and Pupper Patchwork collections inspired by the fur coats and eye colors of adoptable pets from the local shelter. Monetary donations are made based on sales to help animals during their stay at the shelter.
Road Trip Sock Yarn explores local interests while investigating road trip destinations. A fun and funky play with colors, mega speckles – a term coined by Ali herself – were created within this yarn collection. Just as our experiences are unique as individuals, RTSY emphasizes uniqueness with small batch dyeing at its very best. All colors are extremely limited, and rarely revisited; highlighting local and regional attractions based on each of the destination series.
Today, Ali has launched her “Be Better, Do Better” self-campaign to improve her environmental impacts in the process of yarn dyeing. Her strategies include renewable energy sources, water collection for reuse in dyeing, post-consumer recycled materials for packaging and tags, along with many seemingly minor details to improve environmental footprints throughout the entire process. This self-campaign is being highlighted on social media platforms.
Weekly on Thursdays from 1-3pm
Bring your crochet projects and join fellow crocheters at Fancywork every Thursday from 1-3pm. This 2-hour hook session is designed specifically to foster community among the crochet crew. All skill levels are welcome in this weekly drop-in event. No need to reserve a spot ahead of time. Just join us in the shop. We can't wait to see what you're working on!
Please note: While we encourage crochet for people of all ages, this event is geared towards ages 18 and above. If you are interested in a crochet event for you or someone you care for under the age of 18, please let us know. We'd love to put together an event just for the younger set!
Held on the First Friday of every month from 5-7pm!
Join us on the First Friday evening of every month for a FREE community gathering of stitches. We’ll keep the doors open from 5-7pm for community stitching time paired with refreshments, raffles, and discounts on select items.
Bring Your Own Cup (BYOC) if possible please. Space is limited in our small shop and seating is available on a first come, first served basis. We can't wait to welcome you, your project and your great big smile!
Learn to knit small circumferences with one long circular needle using the Magic Loop technique. You'll also learn the unique skills needed to knit mittens, particularly construction of the thumb gusset and the kitchener stitch.
When your enormous mitts are all knit up, you'll learn how to shrink them down to size for an ultra cozy and warm pair of mittens!
Materials: Two skeins in Istex Léttiopi, in either one color if you prefer solid colored mittens, or two colors (1 skein each) if you'd like to make striped mittens, 32-40" US 10 circular knitting needles, stitch markers, tapestry needle, and scissors. Pattern provided.
Prerequisite skills: Casting on and knitting
Instructor: Dedra Clark
Class Policies: Be sure to read our general Class Policies before registering.
Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel or reschedule your registration, please provide at least 24 hours advance notice before the start of your first class for a refund minus a $10 service fee. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours notice are non-refundable.
Join our all-star knitting instructor, Dedra, as she walks you through every detail of making your very own sweater. At the end of this class, you'll have a very cute, very sporty pullover that you'll proudly wear everywhere! Class meets five times over the course of seven weeks to knit Varsity Sweater by Lamb & Kid Designs.
Class 1: Starting our right! In this first class, we'll cover the all-important gauge swatch - how to do it right and what to do if you're not getting gauge. We will also discuss different types of sweater construction, top down, bottom up, cardigans and pullovers.
Class 2: All about the yoke. We'll learn how to use short rows to shape the neckline for elegance and a comfortable fit and, at the same time, we'll be working those raglan sleeve increases.
Class 3: Getting to the meat of it. This week we'll tackle the sleeves and body of the sweater. Once your sleeve stitches are secured, cables are adjusted and a few rows are under your belt, it's smooth sailing from here! We'll send you off on a two-week break to knit, knit, knit on your own with the goal of coming back with a completed, bound off sweater body.
Class 4: School's back in session! We'll gather together again and jump in on those sleeves, learning how to shape them, along with strategies for making them the perfect length.
Class 5: Graduation Day! We will finish our sweaters strong and celebrate the big win! We'll talk about finishing techniques and how to care for your handmade heirloom.
Congratulations, you've graduated to Sweater Knitter!
Materials: 905-1648 yards of worsted weight yarn, such as Amano Yarns' Riti depending on the size you choose to knit. (Don't worry, we're happy help you determine yardage.) *Approx. 20 yards of contrasting worsted weight yarn for each sleeve stripe. Suggested needle sizes: US 7 circular knitting needles in 16" and 24-32" length. US 5 circular knitting needles in 16" and 32" lengths, or sizes required to get listed pattern gauge. Darning needle, 4 stitch markers, including a unique one for BOR, and a pair of scissors.
Prerequisite skills: Casting on, joining in the round, knitting, purling and binding off.
Instructor: Dedra Clark
Class Policies: Be sure to read our general Class Policies before registering.
Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel or reschedule your registration, please provide at least 24 hours advance notice before the start of your first class for a refund minus a $10 service fee. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours notice are non-refundable.
