SUMMER KNITTING WEEKEND | AUGUST 8 - 11, 2024
Transform Your Colorwork
Knitting in One Weekend
Uncover the secrets to incorporating more color into your knitting
during this FREE online live event
during this FREE online live event
What is the
SUMMER KNITTING WEEKEND?
Summer is not usually a big time for knitting.
This 4-day, LIVE virtual event aims to change that.
Our theme this year is colorwork, and by the end of this event we will help you transform the way you use color in your knitting.
Whether its new colorwork techniques, choosing the perfect color for your next project, or tips for leveling up your skills, there's something for knitters of every level.
EVENT SCHEDULE
(All times are shown in Eastern Daylight Time • EDT)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 8TH
10:30 AM
KICKOFF CALL
11 AM
10 Levels of Colorwork Knitting
12 Noon
Featured Hand Dyer: Vanessa Ewing from CapeMay Fiber
1PM
Secret Summertime Recipe #1
1:30 PM
PRACTICE SESSION
2 Color Cast Ons
2 PM
Color Analysis for Knitters
2:30 PM
Color Theory of Yarn
FRIDAY, AUGUST 9TH
10:30 AM
KICKOFF CALL
11 AM
Simply Stunning Stripes
11:30 AM
Making Magical Mosaics
12 Noon
Featured Hand Dyer:
Abby Spolar from
Poppy and Spruce Fibers
1 PM
Secret Summertime Recipe #2
1:30 PM
PRACTICE SESSION
BiColor Bind Offs
2 PM
Illusion Knitting Made Easy
2:30 PM
Marled Knitting Demystified
SATURDAY, AUGUST 10TH
10:30 AM
KICKOFF CALL
11 AM
Secrets of Stranded Colorwork
11:30 AM
Improving Your Intarsia
12 Noon
Featured Hand Dyer:
Melissa Renfrey from Storyteller Stitchery
1 PM
Secret Summertime Recipe #3
1:30 PM
PRACTICE SESSION
Latvian Braids
2 PM
Estonian Inlay Knitting
2:30 PM
2-Color Brioche in the Round
SUNDAY, AUGUST 11TH
10:30 AM
KICKOFF CALL
11 AM
Exploring Yarn Dyeing Methods
11:30 AM
Tricks For Knitting With Colorful Yarns
12 Noon
Managing Your Yarn with Lemonwood Fiber Tools
1 PM
Secret Summertime Recipe #4
1:30 PM
Designing Your Own Colorwork Charts
2 PM
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
YOUR EVENT Host
JOHNNY VASQUEZ
Editor-in-Chief @ The Yarnist
Since 2011 Johnny has been helping people knit without fear through his online classes, patterns, and bootcamps.
His first site, New Stitch A Day, is famous for it's 1,000+ easy to follow video tutorials.
He has taught classes on everything from 2-Color Brioche to Portuguese Knitting, and worked with brands like KnitPicks, Lion Brand Yarn, and The National Needlearts Association.
Currently he runs The Yarnist, an online newsletter offering daily knitting inspiration to more than 10,000 readers.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is This Really FREE?
Yup! There are two options for joining us:
1. Watch live through our streaming feeds on YouTube, Facebook, or the Yarnist Society.
2. Register for the event and get access to recordings of each session for 48 hours.
OK. But is it REALLY free?
We’re serious! You don’t have to pay anything to participate.
If you register for the event you’ll be able to watch the individual sessions on demand for 48 hours after they go live.
We do offer an ALL ACCESS Pass that gives you lifetime access to the recordings, but that is completely optional.
What’s included with the ALL ACCESS PASS?
Great question!
Here’s what you get when you upgrade to an ALL ACCESS PASS:
• HD Recordings of ALL 21 Sessions
• Full Transcripts of all training sessions
• Extended Interviews with all featured hand dyers
• Lifetime Access to all event recordings
• BONUS: Fair Isle Headband class
• BONUS: Design your own Colorwork Cowl workshop
To grab your ALL ACCESS PASS just register for the event, and you’ll be given the option to upgrade.
How do I watch this events Live Stream?
There are three ways to watch:
- Watch the Live stream through our YouTube channel.
- Watch the Live stream through our Facebook page.
- Watch the Live stream posted with the Yarnist Society community.
Those registered for the event will also have access to recordings for 48 hours after they have been posted within the community.
What time zone is this event being held?
All times are listed in Eastern Daylight Time.
You can check your own timezone HERE
What happens if I miss a session or can’t attend live?
No worries. Registering for the event gives you on demand access to all of the sessions.
You’ll have 48 hours to watch each class after it’s been released inside the community.
If you want more time to review all the content, you can purchase an All Access Pass for a VERY reasonable price.
Are we making any projects during this event?
Not exactly.
You are welcome to knit with us during the classes, and we do have some practice sessions to try out new skills.
That being said, we will have daily swatch challenges within the community. If you complete the challenge you’ll be entered to win some sweet prizes.
Do I need to have any materials on hand during the event?
Here’s what we recommend having nearby, just in case:
• 2 skeins of bulky or worsted weight yarn, each in a different color
• 1 set of knitting needles in a size appropriate for your yarn
• A pen and notepad to take notes
• A glass or mug with your favorite refreshing beverage 😉
Will there be an opportunity to ask questions during the event?
Yes!
There will be a LIVE chat where questions can be posted.
We will take some time at the end of each session to answer a few of those questions.
Questions can also be posted into the Yarnist Society community.
