Schedule 2024

In this class students will learn the basics of knitting with stacked stitches and begin a Fox Paws Wrap.

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There are many ways to form large holes or in your knitting. My least favorite way to achieve holes is MOTHS. The Trypophobia Shawl uses my favorite technique to create big holes.

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Have you ever struggled to find project ideas for multicolored yarn? In this class we will create colorwork, texture, or lace using variegated yarn as our guide. In plain stockinette or garter stitch, multicolor yarns create linear patterns. You can completely change the way a multicolor yarn looks by isolating or manipulating the colors with your stitches.

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In this class we will create texture, colorwork or lace using rule based guides instead of restrictive instructions. Unlike a traditional pattern that always produces the same result, projects based on algorithms (rules) have an element of randomness.

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Stacked stitches are an innovative approach to striped colorwork, best known as the technique behind the Fox Paws pattern. Stacks can add shaping, create 3d texture, replace short rows, and when combined with stripes, they create intricate motifs without unsightly strands on the wrong side of your projects.

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If you are just dipping your toes into rug hooking or proddy hooking, this is a great way to see if you like it. These are addictive to make, so you'll have a garden-full in no time. Care will show you how to add a pin to the back so they can be worn on a purse, hat, scarf, etc., or show you how to display it in a shadow box for display in your home. All materials will be included, but feel free to bring your own Rug Hook and Proddy Hook if you have one.

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Join Alissa and Rita to learn the basics of shuttle tatting. Tatting is a series of knots, worked with a shuttle, tied in patterns to create lace. In this class you will learn the only two kinds of knots you need to know. Students should leave able to create the scissor dangle shown.

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Learn the timeless art of bobbin lace with the most basic of laces, Torchon.

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Anyone can learn to spin. Using a drop spindle is the most basic way to create yarns. We will be using a Turkish spindle which add one simple advantage- no need to unwind! Begin your spinning journey with Alissa, who has been drop spinning for over 50 years.

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A tatted, beaded bracelet - take your basic tatting skills and learn to make a stunning tatted, beaded bracelet, students should be able to make a basic double stitch and a ring.

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In this class, Knitting Fairy will teach you how to create these beautiful flowers which you can then use to create your own arrangements on your knits.

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Basic repair is something most knitters can handle - dropped stitches, backing up, ripping back, etc. But what about when it isn't plain knitting? Picking up stitches in pattern can be quite the challenge, backing out when the stitches change places, or discovering where you are so you can pick up the pattern and go forward again are all much more advanced.

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NEW class in the series of my Dragon Stitch classes. Based on my latest design DRAGON LORE 2, this class is similar very similar to DRAGON LORE, but with the bead application.

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Perhaps you've tried double-knitting once or twice in the past, but are still not feeling confident in your ability to start in on a project. Perhaps you're an experienced knitter who wants a little less of a basic introduction to double-knitting. If either of those describes you, this may be the workshop for you! In this workshop, we'll use the same techniques as in the intro workshop, but with a more complex chart. You will also learn my very clean double-knit selvedge and a variation on it.

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Did you know that double-knitting need not always be fully reversible? Yes, it’s always reversible, but the two layers don’t have to be mirror images of each other. In fact, with a little bit of work, you can create a fabric that has two radically different patterns on either layer. In this workshop, we’ll use charts from my Falling Blocks and Falling Blocks Redux hats to prepare you for working those patterns or any other double-knitting pattern that uses two-pattern techniques.

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Do you love the reversible fabric of double-knitting but want something more than endless stockinette? Not quite ready for double-knit cables or lace? Add some intrigue with reverse double-knitting!

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There are a few patterns I’ve designed (and maybe you’ve got some in mind yourself ) where reversibility is not as much of a concern as simply having a way to hide the “wrong side” of your colorwork while adding some extra structure to the fabric. Self-lining double-knitting is a special application of two-pattern double-knitting where one pattern is simply a solid color.

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This is a brand-new application of double-knitting lace that creates a fabric which has lace on one layer and solid fabric on the other.

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Cables in single-layer knitting often travel along a purl background. In double-knitting, this is also possible, and is the basis for my Heartbound Again hat. However, a double-knit cast-on does not play well with a purl background, so for that hat I developed a double-knit i-cord cast-on.

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This class will teach students how to read lace charts without fear. We will go over essential details of chart reading and provide tips and tricks to make chart reading easy.

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Dip your toes into sock knitting! This class will walk you through each step in the process of creating a simple sock from the cuff down, using a tiny baby sock as practice.

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Cable knitting is a technique that often intimidates beginners, but once you learn the basic building blocks, it’s easy to combine them into more intricate designs. Learn how to decipher a cable knitting chart, and touch on reversible cables too!

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Get ready to dive into one of the hottest trends in knitting: brioche! Its extra squishy, reversible nature makes this a versatile technique to have in your toolbox. Ease into it with basic 2-color brioche ribbing in the round. Then find out the differences when working brioche flat in rows.

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What are short rows and why do we need them? This class will cover a variety of short row techniques, including wrap & turn, Japanese, German, shadow wraps, and yarn over short rows. Discover the advantages of each method and when you might want to use one over another. Learn how to substitute your preferred short rows for whatever type called for in your pattern.

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Do you needle knit but can't make socks or loom knit and want to make socks? This class is for you! In this intermediate class we will discuss the basic stitches used on our knitting looms and how to make the perfect sock to fit your foot. You will need weight 1 or 2 sock yarn in the color of your choice and a measuring tape, row counter and notepad. You will receive an F1 short sock loom and 16 peg ends to take home.

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Weave beautiful scarves on the adjustable Kiss Loom Rectangle Weaving Loom. In this class you will receive the 4′′ × 19′′ rectangle and learn how to weave on the loom. You will learn how to change colors, seam panels and adjust the loom so that you can weave various lengths, including how to use it as a square pin loom! The rectangle is perfect for worsted and heavy worsted weight yarns. This is a very versatile loom with many applications, such as scarves, cowls, table runners and blanket panels. You don’t have to be an expert to learn to weave on our rectangle looms.

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Drum carders are a mystery to the average fiber artist: fiber is fed into the carder, ends up on the big drum, and something magical happens in between. In our ‘Exploring the Drum Carder’ class, students begin the day by learning the history of drum carders, how they work, and why they function the way they do. The fun goes hands-on for the rest of the day as we delve into the differences of woolen and worsted carding, explore the many tools that make drum carding more efficient, and crank out four different batts. The first batt will be hand cranked before switching over to Electric Drive for the duration of class.

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This is the companion class to Exploring the Drum Carder. In this class, we continue to de-mystify the drum carder. Batts will be prepared both semi-worsted and woolen. Students will learn different techniques to create an art batt, prepare batts for spinning sock yarn, and learn to add silk or bamboo into woolen batts.

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We all learned in third grade art class that blue & yellow make green, but what if you were to go a step beyond this basic concept and explore the entire rainbow? This is color play for fiber artists! In this class, students will learn the theory behind how colors mix and use this knowledge to make their own fiber color wheel, as well as card a gradient batt of complementary colors.

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Curious about embroidering with silk ribbon? In this class, we will embellish a small pouch with some needle felted locks enhanced with some basic silk ribbon techniques. You will learn several basic silk ribbon embroidery stitches and tips for working with ribbon. A fun and stunning project.

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This class is designed to teach fiber artists how to keep the color in their yarn from leaching out when they wash their finished projects.

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We’ve all drooled over gradient yarns and items made from their gorgeous colors. Learn a method for doing two-color dye gradients to create your own drool-worthy colorways. Learn how to mix dye stock, prep yarn and fiber for dyeing, and use the recipes we create in class. Put your new recipes to use in the workshop by painting a skein of yarn. You will leave with recipe sheets loaded with 36 sample swatches, a skein of yarn dyed using the new recipes, notes, and a helpful spreadsheet.

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Celebrate early autumnal bliss by needle felting pumpkins. Ours will be approx 4"-5" and fit comfortably in our hand. They are perfect for a fall display and gifting. We will hand blend and layer wool fiber for a beautiful fall gourd. We will adorn them with tiny locks and fiber tendrils. This is a great class for a beginner or advanced felter.

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Make needle felted scene suitable for wall hanging or framing! “Fox in the Forest” A little red fox is peacefully sleeping in a shadowed forest glen; we peer through a magical woodland portal surrounded by beautiful greenery, blossoms and bas-relief mushrooms and stones.

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Unveil the intricate beauty of Japanese lace knitting as you embrace the rich tales and artistry of Whakairo, the Māori tradition of wood carving. In this 3-hour workshop, the delicate threads of Japanese lace techniques intertwine with the profound narratives of Whakairo. As we knit, every twist and turn, every stitch and pattern, becomes a tribute to both these art forms.

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Experience the art of bias knitting and step into a realm where traditional knitting meets modern chic. In this 3-hour workshop, discover the beauty of diagonal patterns that give a unique twist to garments, elevating your knitting game. Embrace the spirit of Aumangea, representing strength and resilience, as you dive into the intricacies of this captivating pullover design.

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Discover the captivating world of punch needle artistry in this hands-on workshop. Dive deep into a technique that marries the realms of traditional yarn crafts and visual arts. Learn how to use a punch needle as your brush and yarn as your paint to create vibrant, textured masterpieces that shimmer with life and color.

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The Serena Bag by Diana Couture Studio has been popular with knitters for many years. The pattern is now available so you can make your own. Learn tricks and tips from the designer as we sew this bag using an original fabric design exclusively for DFW FiberFest. Diana will share her sewing secrets for successful bag making and choosing the right materials for your bags.

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Lustrous silk yarns call out to us with their siren songs! Come and learn about how to achieve a uniform color on a skein of silk yarn as well as using a “map” to dye several bands of color on a second skein. We’ll explore securing a skein, scouring, measuring, additives, dyeing with acid dyes, washing, and rinsing.

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Do I have to soak silk fiber in hot water for 48 hours or more before I can dye it? How in the world can I dye something as loose and slippery as tussah silk sliver and not mess it up?!? Learn the answers to these questions and more as we explore using acid dyes and additives on worm spit! No prior dyeing experience is necessary but is very helpful.

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Learn to wet felt a lovely wool and silk cowl scarf. This project is a great introduction to wet felting, students will use fine merino fiber to make a simple but elegant cowl to wear around their necks. We will infuse silk waste, hankies, and sari threads into our scarves to make each one truly unique. Participants should familiarize themselves with being able to pull fiber from the ends roving. There are physicality requirements for wet felting (repetition and vigorous rolling).

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Discover the enchanting world of eco-printing and transform ordinary socks into a unique, one-of-a-kind, wearable work of art! In this engaging workshop, participants will learn the process of how to create vibrant and stunning imprints of botanicals on to fabric that will withstand washing and wear.

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Discover the enchanting world of eco-printing and transform ordinary socks into a unique, one-of-a-kind, wearable work of art! In this engaging workshop, participants will learn the process of how to create vibrant and stunning imprints of botanicals on to fabric that will withstand washing and wear.

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Ready to embark on an exciting journey into the world of top-down sweater crochet? Join us for an immersive class with the fabulous designer besties Marly Bird and Robyn Chachula as they guide you through the process of creating your very first top-down sweater!

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Students will learn the basics of tablet weaving, including how to wind the warp, how to start on and weave, how to control beat and tension, and how to finish the band.

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Are you ready to unleash your inner color enthusiast and take your knitting and crochet projects to the next level? Join Marly Bird and Robyn Chachula for an exhilarating exploration of color charts that will ignite your creativity like never before!

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This class is designed as a companion to The Science of Washing Fiber. This class is a hands-on class where students will get to play around with FIVE different dyes and multi-fiber fabric to see how the fiber type affects the color of the final product.

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Unlock the Magic of Crochet's Third Loop in "Creative Third Loop Crochet"! Are you tired of the same old crochet patterns and itching for a creative adventure? Look no further! Join us as we journey into the enchanting realm of crochet, where we'll discover the endless possibilities hidden within the magical third loop of basic crochet stitches.

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I’ll Get to that Later: Afterthought Heels, Toes, and Cuffs, is designed for both novice and experienced sock knitters, this class delves into the intricacies of turning tubes (handknit or cranked) into amazing socks with afterthought elements. Explore the concept of afterthought heels, toes, and cuffs. Understand the advantages and creative possibilities of incorporating afterthought elements in sock knitting.

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Learn how to combine assigned pooling with other techniques like slipped stitch colorwork and lace knitting.

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Take your crochet to the next level and get some hands-on experience with advanced stitches.

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Explore weaving on the Kiss Looms square, rectangle, triangle and hexagon weaving looms. Many sizes are available to try out during the class!

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Journey into the serene world of yarnscapes, where the majestic beauty of nature meets the tactile allure of yarn. In this workshop, participants will harness the punch needle technique to craft stunning landscapes, turning nature's vistas into textured yarn masterpieces.

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In this class you will be introduced to Estonian lace. Estonian lace provides the three dimensional details to the lace that can elevate any project. In this class you will learn Nupps stitch and it's application in creating Lily of the valley pattern as well as several other stitches.

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Have you always wanted to learn to put beads in your projects? Now is your chance to learn! Jean Elizabeth will cover many ways to add beads to your pieces, and you will practice each way and find the ways that work best for you and your projects.

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My name is Jean Elizabeth Glass, and I own a craft business. Actually, I have owned many craft businesses. I have sold hand-made crafts in the French Market in New Orleans, had a brick and mortar store, have sold at craft shows and music festivals, and currently sell online and at fiber shows. I teach, design and, the thing I am most proud of, help support 25 other small businesses. I think a business is a living thing that needs to grow with you and with your customers. I have picked up so many tips and tricks over the years, and I would love to share some with you to help you create your business. It can be so rewarding to have a small business. It is a lot of work, but it is totally worth it. You’ve spent years honing your craft, learning to dye, spin, knit, and crochet. You are in love with the fiber, and you want to make it your business but need to know what to do next. This is the class for you.

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Join Alissa and Rita to learn the basics of shuttle tatting. Tatting is a series of knots, worked with a shuttle, tied in patterns to create lace. In this class you will learn the only two kinds of knots you need to know. Students should leave able to create the scissor dangle shown.

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This project base class is designed to take a deep dive into the intricate technique of the three- dimensional knitting with bead application for 3 of my designs in the I AM DRAGON series. In this class we will work on a swatch and will learn how to make 3D dragon scales into elegant and truly unique designs.

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NEW class in the series of my Dragon Stitch classes. Based on my latest design DRAGON LORE, this class is similar, but not the same to The Art of Knitting 3D Dragon Scales class. We will go into all the intricate details of creating 3D dragon scales, fading techniques specific to this design, blocking and other finishing techniques.

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Have you always wanted to add beads but have no idea where to start? Try this beautiful knitted beaded cuff bracelet! It's perfect for beginners and you have so many color combinations to choose from! You will learn to knit with beads and make a beautiful bracelet, too!

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They’re colorful, popular, relatively simple, and as you’ll discover in this six-hour class, easy to make your own. Traditional Icelandic yoke sweaters use unspun Plötulopi yarns from native sheep that feature wool of different staple lengths and make for a lightweight but warm and insulated sweater We will both learn about knitting with this unusual fiber and create original motifs.

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Part 1 of a 2 session class. Session 2 is on Sunday. Vests are a wonderful garment to bridge the seasons or wear as layering pieces. They also make for excellent first garments after honing basic skills on typical accessories such as socks and hats.

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Granny squares aren't just for making blankets, you can also use them to make cute outfits and bags. In this class, we will be making a small sample of the Granny Hexagon Sweater.

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Session 2 of a Two Part Class. Session 1 is Saturday Morning. Vests are a wonderful garment to bridge the seasons or wear as layering pieces. They also make for excellent first garments after honing basic skills on typical accessories such as socks and hats. In this class we will cover all of the important components that will give you the skill and the confidence to knit your own adult stranded vests.

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This class will cover more advanced techniques for turn-patterned and supplemental-weft decoration. Three techniques will be covered in this class: Egyptian Diagonals, Double Face, and Brocade.

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Family Portrait Ornaments (Pets) Using simple crochet stitches and assembly, you will make a heart-shaped ornament with an amigurumi pet's face and embroidered name. Each ornament will be different, using tips and techniques for customizing your pet cat or dog with different fur colors, markings, and eyes.

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Double face is a relatively quick, very sturdy technique for creating tablet woven bands with letters, pictures, and complicated patterns. Anything you can graph, you can weave.

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Crochet an adorable little house that doubles as a super cute bag. The roof flap opens up to a sturdy pouch to fit your phone and wallet.

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We will crochet a cute little building perfect for decorating. Settled between books on your shelves, this light up book nook will be a cute decoration for your own library, a gift for someone that loves to read, or a fun toy for a child's playroom

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Step into the World of Crochet Socks from the Toe Up with Robyn Chachula! Ready to elevate your crochet game and dive into the delightful world of toe-up socks? Join us for an exciting class with renowned crochet expert, Robyn Chachula, as she unveils the secrets to creating fabulous socks from the toe up!

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Get Ready to Level Up Your Knitting Game with Marly Bird's "Four-Play: Mastering Your Double Pointed Needles" Class! Are you an adventurous knitter ready to tackle the next frontier in your knitting journey? Look no further, because Marly Bird is here to guide you through the exhilarating world of double pointed needles (DPNs) like never before!

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In this class students will learn how to make their own mini plant hanger. We will begin by learning a few basic knots and techniques, and then each student can pick their favorite style and move forward with a design unique to them!

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2x2 tubular Cast On/ Bind Off cowl: start with tubular, knit some, bind off. Learn to make a better edge! There’s more to life than the long tail! Learn how to take your projects from homemade to handmade with this attractive edge!

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Reading is fundamental. Reading patterns is monumental to your journey. Learn with me and make what you've always wanted.

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Strut your stuff in this amazing slipper pattern. Knit the slipper, then make it yours!

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In this class students will learn how to make their own macrame hat holder. We will begin by learning a few basic knots and techniques, and then each student can pick their favorite style and move forward with a design unique to them!

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Wanna try something weird but super simple? Take your garter stitch knitting to the next level with Condo Knitting. Condo knitting became an obsession of mine early in my design career, and I still love it!

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Learn how to create beautiful accents to your knitting, crochet and other projects! Pom Poms, Tassels and Fringe are a wonderful way to add interest and texture to any project, as well as beautiful decor for your home. In this class, we will learn how to use basic everyday objects around our home to make these.

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Look at knitting a bit differently by exploring different textures created by brioche techniques! In this class, we will dive into several distinct stitch patterns using one, two, and even three color brioche knitting. Together we will look at color choices, and cast on a swatch to practice these new stitches. Consider this a special workshop to broaden your brioche horizons!

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Do you feel like you always doubt your color choices with your projects, especially when it comes to brioche knitting, stranded colorwork, stripes, etc? It can feel very overwhelming and stressful, especially if you are shopping and need to make a decision in the store. In this class, I will be sharing all of my color theory expertise, where to start when choosing colors for your projects, and a surefire way to make sure you will LOVE your finished objects without the guessing game. After looking and choosing colors, we will begin swatching to see what they look like together. If there is time, we might even take a little shopping trip in the store or vendor hall (depending on where the class is held)!

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Love Baskets? Learn to create coaster and baskets using the ancient art of closed coil weaving using yarn and coiling cord. in class students will learn how to start their project, stitching techniques, yarn joining methods, shaping and how to finish their project. Sold Out

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Take your brioche knitting to the next level with Elegant Brioche! In this class, you will learn the most commonly used two-color brioche increases and decreases needed to create gorgeous brioche fabric with twists and turns that will delight and inspire! We will briefly go over basic two-color brioche for a refresher, as well as how to choose the right yarn for your projects! Together we will be knitting a swatch to learn the 5 most commonly used brioche increases and decreases. This will prepare to knit almost any brioche project of your dreams!

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Get introduced to this innovative knitting technique, and learn how to make pooling a feature in your knitting.

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Want to do more with corespinning? This class will cover core spinning with art batts. Students will explore the ways of core spinning to make thick, airy, puffy yarns and also how to make neater and smoother yarns.

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Thick and thin yarns are great when it comes to creating textured yarns and are one of my favorites to spin. In this full day class, you will learn to spin thick and thin yarns with the intention of plying them into something magical. Using the thick and thin singles we will explore how to create Beehives, fishnets (2-ply crepe), and Rosebuds. When you leave the class you’ll be able to add these techniques to your creative spinning repertoire.

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What core to use? Should I pre-twist my core? My core-spun yarn always has extra twist, how do I fix that? What fiber prep can I use for corespinning? If you haven’t tried core-spinning because of these questions (or more), this would a perfect starting place where the basics of corespinning will be covered. Corespinning is a great basic skillset to have for making simple and complex art yarns.

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In our family, we’ve got a baby blanket tradition. Each newborn is welcomed with a unique, bespoke baby blanket. Each blanket has stitch patterns chosen to represent that child’s family and heritage. In this class, we’ll learn how to rig one of these beauties - how to choose yarns and stitch patterns that will work together, how to calculate when and how to move from the center to the borders, or the borders to the edging, how to turn corners, block, and more.

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When the going gets tough, the tough get going! Gathered stitches, crossed stitches, fancy cast-on’s and cast offs, embossed knitting... this class is about managing tricky maneuvers, difficult knitting and managing your knitting so you can level up to expert. We’ll discuss and execute all sorts of strange stuff, and talk about ideas and techniques that will get you through the most intricate of your knits.

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This lecture style class (that means mostly talking, like at University) deals with best practices in knitting, and talks about how to (usually) prevent knitting mistakes (mostly) fix them. Out of the myriad techniques, ideas, yarns, patterns and tools available to knitters, how can you be sure that the ones you choose will give you the results you want? This class looks at how to predict how knitting is going to work, very clever ways to solve knitting problems, and how to streamline knitting so that you’re doing less work, and creating better stuff. This class is useful to knitters at all levels, and is my very favourite to teach.

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Do you love handpainted or variegated yarns, but find that too often they are unpredictable, don’t work with the pattern, pool, puddle, flash or end up looking like a rainbow got caught in a blender? Me too. In this fun class, we’ll look at strategies to make the most of these compelling yarns and manipulate them so that what you loved in the knitted thing is closer to what you loved in the skein, and reduce the element of surprise.

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This interesting class examines the various techniques, attitudes and history of the most productive knitters, and is designed not necessarily to change how you knit (unless you want to) but to help you become the most efficient knitter you can be on your own terms. We’ll look at the various styles of knitting, and have some instruction on “lever knitting” (fixed needle knitting.) We’ll talk about techniques for knitting faster through changing what you do, and the way you think.

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In this beginner class, we will sew a drawstring bag using a fabric designed exclusively for this DFW Fiber Fest class! Leave with your new bag and fill it with yarn from the vendor hall!

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