Virtual Craft-Alongs
We are launching 6 Knit-alongs (KALs) and social crafting sessions -- all virtual!
Join us via Zoom to discuss your projects and share your progress.
There is no fee to sign up for these KALs and social crafting sessions, but please note that to join a KAL, you must purchase your yarn at The Endless Skein.
Scroll down for more details, registration info, and Frequently Asked Questions!
February Lady Sweater KAL (pattern by Pamela Wynne, KAL hosted by Sue)
Saturdays, 10-11am: February 19, March 5 and 19
Materials:
Needles: US 8 in 32 inch circular AND Double Pointed Needles or small circumference for sleeves. Optional larger needle for bind off.
Buttons: 3 buttons, 7/8” wide (available in store -- stop by or give us a call!)
Yarn: Worsted-weight yarn, between 750 and 1350 yards, depending on size constructed.
Yarn Suggestions:
Shepherd’s Wool Worsted
Manos Maxima
Malabrigo Rios
Woolfolk Far
Harrisville Highland
We are making ours using Shepherd’s Wool Worsted.
Vanilla Latte Socks KAL (pattern by Virginia Rose-Jeanes, hosted by Sue)
Saturdays, 10-11am: February 26, March 12 and 26
Materials:
Needles: US 0 to 2 (2mm to 2.75mm) either Double Pointed Needles or Circular for Magic Loop.
Yarn: Approximately 350 yards of fingering-weight yarn with some nylon content.
Yarn Suggestions:
Endless Yarn Sue Sock (available in store only)
Cascade Heritage
Less Traveled Yarn Tweed Me
Malabrigo Sock
Madelinetosh Twist Light
Schoppel Zauberball Crazy (available in store only)
We are making ours using Endless Yarn Sue Sock.
Segment Cowl KAL (pattern by our very own Maya, hosted by Maya too!)
Saturdays, 1-2pm: February 19, March 5 and 19
Size 1, 12" deep:
Color A, 135 yards
Color B and D, 45 yards
Color C, 55 yards
or
Size 2, 14“ deep:
Color A, 160 yards
Color B & D, 60 yards
Color C, 70 yards
Materials:
Needles: 16 inch circular in US 7 and US 8.
Yarn: 4 colors of DK or worsted-weight yarn.
Yarn Suggestions:
Malabrigo Rios
Madelinetosh Farm Twist
Woolfolk Far
Feederbrook Farm BFL
Less Traveled Yarn DK
Hudson Highlands DK
Or choose from one of our curated grab-and-go kits featuring Malabrigo Rios!
We are making ours using Malabrigo Rios.
Nurtured Pullover KAL (pattern by Andrea Mowry, hosted by Cindy)
Saturdays, 1-2pm: February 26, March 12 and 26
Materials:
Needles: US 8 circular 32” to 40” long AND needles for small circumference knitting, AND US 7 circular 16” long.
Yarn: Aran or worsted-weight yarn, 1035-1855 yards, depending on size constructed.
Yarn Suggestions:
Shepherd’s Wool Worsted
Plymouth Homestead
Malabrigo Rios
Madelinetosh Triple Twist
Woolfolk Far
We are making ours using Shepherd’s Wool Worsted.
Magical Thinking KAL (pattern by Casapinka, hosted by Carol)
Sundays, 1-2pm: February 20, March 6 and 20
Materials:
Needles: US 3 circular 16 inches long AND US 4 circular 16 inches AND 24 or 32 inches long.
Yarn: Three skeins of fingering-weight yarn, each 400 yards.
Yarn Suggestions:
Less Traveled Yarn Tweed Me
Manos del Uruguay Fino
Cascade Heritage
Malabrigo Sock
Madelinetosh Twist Light
Malabrigo Mechita
Shibui Pebble
Endless Yarn Sue Sock (available in store only)
Feel free to mix and match yarn bases!
We are making ours using Less Traveled Yarn Tweed Me and Manos del Uruguay Fino.
Color picking suggestions from the pattern page:
- Choose 3 tonals or 3 solids
- Choose 2 speckles and one of the above
- Choose 1 variegated and two of the above. More than one variegated is contraindicated in the knitting of this pattern.
Puff Shawl KAL (pattern by Lisa Mutch, hosted by Maria Elena)
Sundays, 1-2pm: February 27, March 13 and 27
Materials:
Needles: US 8 circular needle, 32 inches long.
Yarn: 400 yards of fingering-weight yarn AND 273 yards of mohair/silk lace-weight.
Yarn Suggestions:
Color A (fingering):
Shibui Pebble
GGH Lacy
Manos del Uruguay Fino
Malabrigo Mechita
Color B (mohair):
Lana Grossa Setasuri (suri alpaca alternative for those with mohair sensitivities!)
Lang Mohair Luxe
Shibui Silk Cloud
We are making ours using Shibui Pebble and Lana Grossa Setasuri.
Afternoon Tea with Ilma -- free virtual social crafting, bring whatever you are working on!
Sundays 2:30-4pm: February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20, and 27
For all KALs and for Afternoon Tea, participants must sign up in advance to get the Zoom link.
To register for a KAL, purchase the yarn for your project at our store (in person, or on our web store) and email us to let us know which KAL you would like to join.
To sign up for Afternoon Tea virtual social crafting, just email us!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I join one of the KALs?
A: Purchase new yarn for the project from the store any time after January 26 and then email the store for a Zoom registration link.
Q: Is there a fee to join any of the virtual sessions?
A: No, we just ask that you purchase new yarn for the KAL projects. You can work on anything during Afternoon Tea sessions.
Q: Can I use yarn from my stash for the KAL projects?
A: In order to join our Zoom sessions, you must have purchased your yarn for the project from the store after January 26.
Q: Is there a deadline for joining the KALs?
A: No, but it would be nice to have made your yarn purchase and be ready to begin on session one.
Q: What if I can’t finish my project by the end of the KAL session?
A: There is no pressure to work at any particular pace during the KALs. These sessions are just an opportunity to work along with fellow crafters and enjoy a bit of virtual social time. Hopefully this will tide us over until we can more comfortably work together in person. We would love if you shared a photo of your finished project!