Welkom!

Tonight, we'll kick off our weekend together with introductions and a group knit-in. (Perfect for finishing that pesky homework for tomorrow's knitting sessions!) 

We will be joined by the grande dame of brioche, Nancy Marchant, who will talk about "Before and Beyond Brioche".

Fun Facts and Dutch  Clichés : A Live Conversation with a Native Art Historian from Amsterdam

Is it Holland or the Netherlands? Is it really below sea level? What's the actual definition of a dam? Learn these tidbits and more from a lifelong local.

This presentation promised to be as entertaining as it is educational.

 Get Bold with Color: An Introduction to Intarsia

with Mieka John

 Intarsia brings freedom to colorwork, letting you splash bold panels of color and shape wherever you please. With as many mini-skeins as you have ideas, and a little planning, you’ll be filling your knitting world with color!

In this class, we'll go deep into technique, laying out a systematic approach to intarsia knitting, from creating bobbins to reading charts to planning out your project while learning other handy tips and tricks along the way! 

 Embroidery on Knits: Wild Flowers

with Dario Tubiana

 Wild Flowers, the embroidery project designed for this workshop, is inspired by the floral motifs of Impressionist painting, an artistic current of the second half of the nineteenth century that loved to usage of bright shades, depending on of the emotion that they wanted to express.

Wild Flowers uses many embroidery stitches that can be used on wool and you will be able to use to enrich your favorite knitting projects.

In class, we will study all the stitches the fun way: we will immediately start embroidering together. We will review chain stitch and back stitch (and their variants), stem stitch, slit stitch, French knot, open buttonhole stitch, steam stitch, woven wheel stitch, bullion stitch and herringbone stitch, and more! 

Also, you will learn how to create a beautiful 3D flower that will add a special touch to any project.

 “Did You Know Vincent Van Gogh was a Yarnie?” 

with Loret Karman

Tonight, we'll learn how to make the quintessential  Dutch baby pancake, the perfect treat to munch on while learning about color.

After he died, Van Gogh's family found a box of yarn that contained 16 skeins of yarn, all wound up in a specific way. Apparently he used these skeins to predict the outcome of color combinations in his work.

 In 2012, Loret worked with the Van Gogh museum in Amsterdam on a reconstruction of this special box. It contains many secret ways of studying color that will benefit knitters.

Sure, choosing colors for a project can always be a bit scary.  This class will help make it faster, easier, and more predictable using the tools Vincent used. 

 In this 2-hour hands-on class you will get the story behind the master's mysterious box of yarns and practice different color combinations. 

Photographing Your Knits

with  Natasja Hornby of Moonstruck Knits

Do you want your knits to look as swoon-worthy in photos as they do in real life? Are you interested in developing your photography skills?

In this class, Natasja will help you learn to photograph yarn, knits, and people so they look their best. 

Natasja will go into the technical aspects of smartphone photography before

she turns to the fun stuff like composition, lighting, posing, editing, and finding your

own photography style. 

After the class you will surely feel more confident both behind and in front of the camera!

Live Amsterdam Walking Tour

 Join a Dutch native for an immersive live virtual walking tour through the charming streets of Amsterdam! 

Experience the beautiful canals, distinctive architecture, historic buildings, and vibrant culture of the Dutch capital all from the comfort of your own home. 

Mark will lead us on a captivating journey, sharing fascinating stories and insights along the way, and will answer your questions in real time.  

Crochet Textures for Two or More Needles!

with Soraya Garcia of Yedraknits 

Unlock the magic of crochet textures with circular and DPN needles!

Are you mesmerized by the beautiful textures of the yarn craft world?  In this hands-on session, you'll learn how to:

• Imitate basic crochet stitches using knitting techniques
• Choose colors that capture that cozy afghan feel
• Cast on and create your first granny square on DPNs

Let's blend the nostalgic charm of crochet with the versatility of knitting and create something truly unique together!