Welcome back Cal Patch!

Do you have a sewing machine in your closet, but have never used it? Or you want to sew, but the last time you stitched anything up was in Home Ec class in 8th grade? If you are looking for a low-commitment class to get acquainted with your machine (or reacquainted with the art of sewing), this is the one for you!

In this 3-hour session, you will learn how to thread your machine and wind a bobbin, sew a simple seam, and hem edges. You will make either a pillowcase, tote bag, or drawstring pouch. From this start you’ll have a foundation for moving on to all kinds of sewing projects, and your machine may just become your very BEST friend!

NOTE: Cal is not a repair person. Please be sure your machine is in working order; if in doubt, have it serviced. Bring the machine’s manual (most can be downloaded if the original isn’t available).

Bring these supplies:

– sewing machine in good working order

– 1/2 yard or more fabric: any basic woven, printed or solid cottons, denim, twill, etc. (Optional: 1 yard ribbon for handles or drawstring, or trims for decoration)

– all-purpose thread to match

– sharp fabric-cutting scissors

– pins and pincushion

– seam ripper

– tailor’s chalk/wax

– ruler

Yarn Farm Kingston will have basic sewing kits and a small selection of fabric available for purchase if needed! You may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the date your class meets.

Class Fee: $90

Teacher: Cal Patch
Min 3 students to proceed with the class; max 5

For classes with Cal Patch, minimum 3 people to confirm the class, maximum of 5 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of three students by one week before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Come cast on a Melt the ICE Hat with us Thursday February 5th at 6pm.

Knitters across the country are knitting this hat as a form of protest against all that is happening right now. We will work on this hat together in solidarity and community.

“In the 1940’s, Norwegians made and wore red pointed hats with a tassel as a form of visual protest against Nazi occupation of their country. Within two years, the Nazis made these protest hats illegal and punishable by law to wear, make, or distribute.”

You will need to buy the pattern from Ravelry before the Knit Along, whether at home or at Yarn Farm. The designer YarnCultMN/Needle and Skein will donate all proceeds from the sale of this pattern to the immigrant aid agencies who will distribute the funds to those impacted by the actions of ICE.

Please note, this is a knit along, not a class. We will absolutely support you with your hat and answer questions as we can, but won’t be able to teach techniques. Please do come even if this feels like a stretch project for you. We will all support you. You can knit the hat in fingering, DK or Worsted weight yarn. The most important part is that its red. We have yarn you can purchase at the shop for it or go through your stash before coming. This is a free event. Hope to see you there. 

There is also a crochet version of the hat. The Feb 5 craft-a-long will have knitting support from Yarn Farm. If you come to make the crochet version we hope there will be fellow crocheters who can help you along too!

Photo credit: YarnCultMN

Two Saturday mornings in February: Feb 7 and Feb 21.

Ready for colorwork? Colorwork knitting uses two or more colors of yarn in a row and is also known as stranded knitting. It results in a graphic, as delightfully demonstrated by our project pick, the Triceratops Cowl by Jamie Lomax. The Triceratops Cowl is a stranded colorwork pattern for a basic cowl (one size), knit in the round using circular needles, from the bottom up. Corrugated ribbing frames the top and bottom edges. Jamie was inspired by her daughter’s love of dinosaurs. I think we all know someone who most certainly needs this creative cowl!

In this two-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll learn and practice these special techniques: stranded colorwork in the round, reading charts, catching long floats, and corrugated ribbing.

Pre-requisite skills: (must have recent and confident experience with the following) 

• Cast on

• Bind off

• Knitting in the round

• Comfortable ribbing (knitting and purling)

• Please note, this is an intermediate knitting class class. Due to time constraints, we will not be able to teach you the above skills during class.

Due to the slow nature of knitting will not finish your cowl during the duration of this class. The class is designed to tackle all the hardest parts of stranded colorwork during class. You will finish your two sessions with all the skills needed to complete the project on your own. 

Course fee of $100 includes 2 skeins of sportweight organic 100% merino wool and your own digital copy of the pattern. We will purchase the pattern for you and email it to you after you register. Do not purchase it yourself; we are unable to refund you for the pattern purchase if purchase it yourself directly.

Teacher: Kristin Parker

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 6 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Photo credit: Jamie Lomax, pattern designer

Three Saturdays in February from 12:30-1:30pm. Note: we skip 2/14, Valentine’s Day.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll learn these essentials: chain, single/double/treble crochet, and seaming, and in doing so make your choice of phone case or notions pouch.

Course fee of $100 includes one crochet hook and a few mini balls of yarn to start you off (100% cotton).

Teacher: Jocelyn Songco

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three Saturdays in February from 2-3pm. Note: We skip 2/14, Valentine’s Day.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll learn how to cast on, knit and purl, make garter, stockinette and rib stitch fabric, seam and bind off and in doing so make your choice of wrist warmers, a cowl or a set of stitch swatches.

Course fee of $100 includes one pair of wooden needles and 1 skein of machine-washable medium-weight wool.

Teacher: Kristin Parker

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three Saturdays in February from 3:30-4:30pm. Note: we skip 2/14, Valentine’s Day.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll build on what you learned in the beginner knitting class or course you’ve previously taken. It is geared towards new knitters who can cast on, knit and purl, and bind off independently, but who do not know how to read or follow a pattern. We will not review the basics (cast on, knit, purl, bind off) so please be sure you know how to do these things before signing up. As well, if you are very comfortably knitting beyond the basics already, this class is not for you. Consider one of our project-based classes that we will also have at the shop targeting advanced beginner/intermediate knitters.

In this Beyond Beginner Knitting Course you’ll learn how to read and follow a simple pattern and how to fix common mistakes.

Course fee of $100 includes 1 skein of medium-weight machine washable wool and 1 set of knitters tools (cable needle, stitch holder, tapestry needles, stitch markers, row counter, handi-tool and Knit Chek). It does not include knitting needles. Please bring a pair of knitting needles suitable for medium-weight yarn (sizes 6, 7, 8 or 9), either straight points or circular.

Teacher: Kristin Parker

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three Sundays in January from 1:30-2:30pm

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll build on what you learned in the Beginner Crochet class or Crochet Newbies course you’ve previously taken. It is geared towards new crocheters who can make a slip knot, chain, and make single crochets, double crochets, and half-double crochets independently, and who are ready to build on this foundation. We will not review the basics (slip knot, chain, sc, dc, hdc) so please be sure you know how to do these things before signing up. As well, if you are very comfortably crochet beyond the basics already, this class is not for you. Consider one of our project-/technique-based classes that we plan to also have at the shop targeting advanced beginner/intermediate crocheters.

In this Beyond Beginner Crochet Course you’ll learn how to follow simple patterns to make a small basket/project bag and granny squares.

Course fee of $100 includes 1 hank of 3mm cotton cord for the basket/project bag plus hook.

Teacher: Jocelyn Songco

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Sashiko, a Japanese form of embroidery well over a hundred years old, has exploded in popularity lately! Unsurprising as it’s both beautiful and functional.

The foundation of sashiko is the rhythm of stitching, using a special plate thimble made of metal. In this class Jocelyn will share how to use this thimble and an overview of sashiko as taught by Atsushi Futatsuya, a third generation master sashiko artist. (For more on Atsushi and opportunities to learn directly from this master, see his website and Instagram.)

Teacher: Jocelyn Songco

Class fee $65 and materials fee $20, or a total cost of $85.

Materials provided: metal plate thimble, one skein (20 meters) of sashiko embroidery floss, one sashiko needle, and one 100% cotton or linen fat quarter.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 8 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

One class on a Thurs eve in February

Promo! Register for all three Cityscape project classes and receive a $20 store credit to use after your third class.

Learn to cable or refresh your cabling skills while making the elegant Cityscape Hat by Tori Yu. In this one-off class we’ll cast on together and work on the cabled brim of the hat. You’ll leave with all the skills you need to finish. This hat is part of the Cityscape collection.

We’ll be knitting through the whole collection over the next few months so by the beginning of April you’ll have a gorgeous set of hat, cowl, and fingerless mitts to get you through the end of chilly spring days. You’re also welcome to join us for a single project of your choice. 

For a Kingston-specific Cityscape Set, use Jill Draper’s Kingston yarn which is the perfect weight for this project!

In this 2 hour class you will learn:

• How to knit in the round

• How to cable in the round

• How to read a pattern and follow a chart 

• How to transition to magic loop for your decreases (demoed, you will not get to this point in your hat in our two hours together)

Please note due to the slow nature of knitting you will not finish this project in class, but will leave with all the skills needed to be able to finish. 

Required Skills: This is not a learn to knit class. Please have taken our Knitting Newbies course or have equivalent skills before joining us for this project. You must already know how to:

• Cast on

• Knit

• Purl 

Materials needed:

• Ravelry Pattern (we’re happy to help you buy this in store. If you would like to bring a printed copy, please purchase and print in advance. Otherwise we’ll be working from your phone) **The designer has a discount of buy 2 get 1 free if you’re making the full set (as of Jan 28)

• 220 Yards of DK weight yarn 

• Size US 4 circular needles with a 16” cable and 36”+ cable (or whatever needle size needed to make gauge) **if you are making the full set we highly recommend you use interchangeable needles for the projects. That way you’ll be able to buy different cable lengths/tips but don’t need to buy new needles for every project

• Cable needle

• Locking stitch markers

• Tapestry needle

• Scissors

Teacher: Kristin Parker

Class fee: $50 (no materials included)

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 8 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Photo Credit: Tori Yu

One three-hour session on Saturday

So many Yarn Farm Friends ask us about visible mending, and for good reason! Use sewing techniques to mend, beautify and sustain your garments and textile treasures. Brilliant!

You will learn these techniques with hands-on practice in class:

• Running stitch (with or without thimble)

• Patching (raw or with a neat edge)

• Applique

• Reverse applique

• Woven patch (without a loom)

• Embroidery

It’s indeed a lot, and we’ll move steadily through the techniques. You may not try every single one yourself in class but you’ll certainly do 2-3 of them, and you’ll have what you need to keep practicing and mending at home, including a materials kit (value $40-50) included in your class fee. In class we’ll also go through the range of tools that can be helpful. But to start you don’t need very much!

Teacher: Jocelyn Songco
Class fee $100 including materials.

Materials provided (illustrative and valued at a min of $40): variety of cloth (cotton, linen and wool), sashiko embroidery floss, DMC embroidery floss, needles, stick and stitch for  embroidery. Not included: thimble, darning egg, or embroidery hoop.

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Note: In February we are offering this class in two formats. A single three-hour session and a two-session course (each 90 min). We hope one of these suits your schedule! If you’d like more time to practice techniques, consider the two-session format so you have time between sessions to practice the techniques from the first half of the course. Bear in mind that the two-session course meets on Thursday evenings. There may be chatter from the bar during the class. If this will disturb you, please consider the Saturday class.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 6 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Three Sundays in January from 1:30-2:30pm

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll build on what you learned in the Beginner Crochet class or Crochet Newbies course you’ve previously taken. It is geared towards new crocheters who can make a slip knot, chain, and make single crochets, double crochets, and half-double crochets independently, and who are ready to build on this foundation. We will not review the basics (slip knot, chain, sc, dc, hdc) so please be sure you know how to do these things before signing up. As well, if you are very comfortably crochet beyond the basics already, this class is not for you. Consider one of our project-/technique-based classes that we plan to also have at the shop targeting advanced beginner/intermediate crocheters.

In this Beyond Beginner Crochet Course you’ll learn how to follow simple patterns to make a small basket/project bag and granny squares.

Course fee of $100 includes 1 hank of 3mm cotton cord for the basket/project bag plus hook.

Teacher: Jocelyn Songco

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Have a spinning wheel but don’t know how to use it, or need a refresher? Want to get one but unsure what to do next? Shop for your wheel at Yarn Farm and this course is free with your purchase of a wheel! (Talk to Jocelyn to learn more.)

In this short-form beginner intro class we focus on getting you on your wheel and spinning! In contrast to our one-day intensive, there will be less attention to the technical aspects of your wheel and the difference between methods of spinning. (If you’d like to take that longer class or potentially a private session, email us so we can get a sense of demand and add the intensive to our 2026 calendar!)

You’ll learn how to:

• Pre-draft fiber to help make spinning at your wheel easier

• Change settings on your wheel to increase/decrease “take up” (how hard your wheel pulls your spun yarn from you)

• Identify fiber that is good for beginners (wool! and certain breeds in particular) vs. better for more intermediate spinners (silk!)

We’ll give you an overview of the parts of a spinning wheel and what they do, and give you feedback on your spinning to help you spin better! We’ll explain what you do with your yarn after it’s on your bobbin, so you can continue to this step after class at home.

Bring your own wheel, borrow one from a friend, or rent one from us. We have a limited number of rental wheels available for an additional $50/session (first-come, first served and payment in advance). Email us to check if we have a loaner wheel available for you.*

Course fee: $75, includes 4 oz of beginner-friendly spinning fiber. Does not include use of a spinning wheel. Bring your own wheel.

Teacher: Jocelyn Songco

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

*Class description updated on 1/13/26 with new information about loaner wheels.

Two ninety-minute sessions meeting on Thurday eves

So many Yarn Farm Friends ask us about visible mending, and for good reason! Use sewing techniques to mend, beautify and sustain your garments and textile treasures. Brilliant!

You will learn these techniques with hands-on practice in class:

• Running stitch (with or without thimble)

• Patching (raw or with a neat edge)

• Applique

• Reverse applique

• Woven patch (without a loom)

• Embroidery

It’s indeed a lot, and we’ll move steadily through the techniques. You may not try every single one yourself in class but you’ll certainly do 2-3 of them, and you’ll have what you need to keep practicing and mending at home, including a materials kit (value $40-50) included in your class fee. In class we’ll also go through the range of tools that can be helpful. But to start you don’t need very much!

Teacher: Jocelyn Songco
Class fee $100 including materials.

Materials provided (illustrative and valued at a min of $40): variety of cloth (cotton, linen and wool), sashiko embroidery floss, DMC embroidery floss, needles, stick and stitch for  embroidery. Not included: thimble, darning egg, or embroidery hoop.

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Note: In February we are offering this class in two formats. A single three-hour session and a two-session course (each 90 min). We hope one of these suits your schedule! If you’d like more time to practice techniques, consider the two-session format so you have time between sessions to practice the techniques from the first half of the course. Bear in mind that the two-session course meets on Thursday evenings. There may be chatter from the bar during the class. If this will disturb you, please consider the Saturday class.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 6 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Two Saturday mornings in February: Feb 7 and Feb 21.

Ready for colorwork? Colorwork knitting uses two or more colors of yarn in a row and is also known as stranded knitting. It results in a graphic, as delightfully demonstrated by our project pick, the Triceratops Cowl by Jamie Lomax. The Triceratops Cowl is a stranded colorwork pattern for a basic cowl (one size), knit in the round using circular needles, from the bottom up. Corrugated ribbing frames the top and bottom edges. Jamie was inspired by her daughter’s love of dinosaurs. I think we all know someone who most certainly needs this creative cowl!

In this two-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll learn and practice these special techniques: stranded colorwork in the round, reading charts, catching long floats, and corrugated ribbing.

Pre-requisite skills: (must have recent and confident experience with the following) 

• Cast on

• Bind off

• Knitting in the round

• Comfortable ribbing (knitting and purling)

• Please note, this is an intermediate knitting class class. Due to time constraints, we will not be able to teach you the above skills during class.

Due to the slow nature of knitting will not finish your cowl during the duration of this class. The class is designed to tackle all the hardest parts of stranded colorwork during class. You will finish your two sessions with all the skills needed to complete the project on your own. 

Course fee of $100 includes 2 skeins of sportweight organic 100% merino wool and your own digital copy of the pattern. We will purchase the pattern for you and email it to you after you register. Do not purchase it yourself; we are unable to refund you for the pattern purchase if purchase it yourself directly.

Teacher: Kristin Parker

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 6 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Photo credit: Jamie Lomax, pattern designer

Three Saturdays in February from 12:30-1:30pm. Note: we skip 2/14, Valentine’s Day.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll learn these essentials: chain, single/double/treble crochet, and seaming, and in doing so make your choice of phone case or notions pouch.

Course fee of $100 includes one crochet hook and a few mini balls of yarn to start you off (100% cotton).

Teacher: Jocelyn Songco

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three Saturdays in February from 2-3pm. Note: We skip 2/14, Valentine’s Day.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll learn how to cast on, knit and purl, make garter, stockinette and rib stitch fabric, seam and bind off and in doing so make your choice of wrist warmers, a cowl or a set of stitch swatches.

Course fee of $100 includes one pair of wooden needles and 1 skein of machine-washable medium-weight wool.

Teacher: Kristin Parker

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three Saturdays in February from 3:30-4:30pm. Note: we skip 2/14, Valentine’s Day.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll build on what you learned in the beginner knitting class or course you’ve previously taken. It is geared towards new knitters who can cast on, knit and purl, and bind off independently, but who do not know how to read or follow a pattern. We will not review the basics (cast on, knit, purl, bind off) so please be sure you know how to do these things before signing up. As well, if you are very comfortably knitting beyond the basics already, this class is not for you. Consider one of our project-based classes that we will also have at the shop targeting advanced beginner/intermediate knitters.

In this Beyond Beginner Knitting Course you’ll learn how to read and follow a simple pattern and how to fix common mistakes.

Course fee of $100 includes 1 skein of medium-weight machine washable wool and 1 set of knitters tools (cable needle, stitch holder, tapestry needles, stitch markers, row counter, handi-tool and Knit Chek). It does not include knitting needles. Please bring a pair of knitting needles suitable for medium-weight yarn (sizes 6, 7, 8 or 9), either straight points or circular.

Teacher: Kristin Parker

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three Sundays in January from 1:30-2:30pm

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll build on what you learned in the Beginner Crochet class or Crochet Newbies course you’ve previously taken. It is geared towards new crocheters who can make a slip knot, chain, and make single crochets, double crochets, and half-double crochets independently, and who are ready to build on this foundation. We will not review the basics (slip knot, chain, sc, dc, hdc) so please be sure you know how to do these things before signing up. As well, if you are very comfortably crochet beyond the basics already, this class is not for you. Consider one of our project-/technique-based classes that we plan to also have at the shop targeting advanced beginner/intermediate crocheters.

In this Beyond Beginner Crochet Course you’ll learn how to follow simple patterns to make a small basket/project bag and granny squares.

Course fee of $100 includes 1 hank of 3mm cotton cord for the basket/project bag plus hook.

Teacher: Jocelyn Songco

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Welcome back sashiko stitchers! This is Part 2 of our sashiko series. To register you must have already taken Sashiko Stitching at Yarn Farm Kingston and learned how to use a palm thimble. If you register without having taken the first class, Sashiko Stitching, you may use your credit to sign up for that foundations class first on a future date that it is offered, take the value in store credit, or get a refund less processing fees charged to us by our payments processor Square.

In this two-hour follow up class, we will go beyond the technical use of the palm thimble and venture into using various sashiko patterns (through cloth carbon paper, chalk pencils, stencils, rulers and more) and how to use sashiko to strengthen, mend and embellish your fabric.

Jocelyn will share these techniques as taught to her by Atsushi Futatsuya, a third generation master sashiko artist. (For more on Atsushi and opportunities to learn directly from this master, see his website and Instagram.)

Your materials fee will cover all the essential materials and tools for class (and reflects 10% off) and are yours to keep. The kit will *not* include a sashiko needle and thimble; bring these from your first class or buy them at Yarn Farm as needed.

You may shop for additional sashiko materials and tools the day of class and use a 10% discount. (Yay!)

Teacher: Jocelyn Songco
Class Size: min 2 and max 8
Class fee $50 and materials fee $50, or a total cost of $100.

Materials provided: piece of carbon paper, chalk pencil, 100% cotton sashiko fabric (2 fat quarters), pins, printed copies of sashiko designs, plastic sheet for use with carbon paper, circle template, large skein (145 meters) of bright white sashiko thread. Note due to sourcing constraints the exact materials are subject to change slightly; however, the materials kit value will be at least $50 and you will get everything you need to learn the techniques in the class and design more after that!

Bring with you: sashiko needle(s) and palm thimble (or buy at Yarn Farm Kingston), garments with holes for mending or items for embellishing.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 8 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Two ninety-minute sessions meeting on Thurday eves

So many Yarn Farm Friends ask us about visible mending, and for good reason! Use sewing techniques to mend, beautify and sustain your garments and textile treasures. Brilliant!

You will learn these techniques with hands-on practice in class:

• Running stitch (with or without thimble)

• Patching (raw or with a neat edge)

• Applique

• Reverse applique

• Woven patch (without a loom)

• Embroidery

It’s indeed a lot, and we’ll move steadily through the techniques. You may not try every single one yourself in class but you’ll certainly do 2-3 of them, and you’ll have what you need to keep practicing and mending at home, including a materials kit (value $40-50) included in your class fee. In class we’ll also go through the range of tools that can be helpful. But to start you don’t need very much!

Teacher: Jocelyn Songco
Class fee $100 including materials.

Materials provided (illustrative and valued at a min of $40): variety of cloth (cotton, linen and wool), sashiko embroidery floss, DMC embroidery floss, needles, stick and stitch for  embroidery. Not included: thimble, darning egg, or embroidery hoop.

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Note: In February we are offering this class in two formats. A single three-hour session and a two-session course (each 90 min). We hope one of these suits your schedule! If you’d like more time to practice techniques, consider the two-session format so you have time between sessions to practice the techniques from the first half of the course. Bear in mind that the two-session course meets on Thursday evenings. There may be chatter from the bar during the class. If this will disturb you, please consider the Saturday class.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 6 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

We’re launching our Craft A-Long series with a cute crochet amigurumi project! Our Craft-A-Longs are gatherings to work on a project together with a bit of guidance to help you on your way.

Please note this is less a class and more a casual gathering. We will be able to help you with your project and you’ll pick up skills along the way but this is not a space to fully learn new techniques. If you want to get a great foundation in crochet before joining us, please join us for our courses Crochet Newbies or Beyond Beginner Crochet, offered monthly.

Crochet A-Long Leader: Jocelyn Songco

CAL fee: $25, includes your choice of an amigurumi kit from our shop (max value $14 before tax). We recommend you choose one of our Bucilla amigurumi kits for the CAL.

Max 12 people.

Read and understand our Store Policies here. This crochet-a-long is intended for adults who already have basic crochet stills. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three Saturdays in February from 12:30-1:30pm. Note: we skip 2/14, Valentine’s Day.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll learn these essentials: chain, single/double/treble crochet, and seaming, and in doing so make your choice of phone case or notions pouch.

Course fee of $100 includes one crochet hook and a few mini balls of yarn to start you off (100% cotton).

Teacher: Jocelyn Songco

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three Saturdays in February from 2-3pm. Note: We skip 2/14, Valentine’s Day.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll learn how to cast on, knit and purl, make garter, stockinette and rib stitch fabric, seam and bind off and in doing so make your choice of wrist warmers, a cowl or a set of stitch swatches.

Course fee of $100 includes one pair of wooden needles and 1 skein of machine-washable medium-weight wool.

Teacher: Kristin Parker

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three Saturdays in February from 3:30-4:30pm. Note: we skip 2/14, Valentine’s Day.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll build on what you learned in the beginner knitting class or course you’ve previously taken. It is geared towards new knitters who can cast on, knit and purl, and bind off independently, but who do not know how to read or follow a pattern. We will not review the basics (cast on, knit, purl, bind off) so please be sure you know how to do these things before signing up. As well, if you are very comfortably knitting beyond the basics already, this class is not for you. Consider one of our project-based classes that we will also have at the shop targeting advanced beginner/intermediate knitters.

In this Beyond Beginner Knitting Course you’ll learn how to read and follow a simple pattern and how to fix common mistakes.

Course fee of $100 includes 1 skein of medium-weight machine washable wool and 1 set of knitters tools (cable needle, stitch holder, tapestry needles, stitch markers, row counter, handi-tool and Knit Chek). It does not include knitting needles. Please bring a pair of knitting needles suitable for medium-weight yarn (sizes 6, 7, 8 or 9), either straight points or circular.

Teacher: Kristin Parker

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three 2-hour classes on Sundays from 11am-1pm (time updated on Jan 22)

Yarn Farm loves Cal Patch!

Sewing on a machine is quick and practical, but for many it’s difficult to find the dedicated time and space required to make it a regular habit. Moving your sewing practice into the realm of handwork (like knitting, crochet, and embroidery) means you can stitch up garments whenever (and wherever) you have a few spare minutes, or on the couch at night while watching a movie, and carry a project with you so you always have it. Amazingly, you might find you can finish a hand-sewn garment sooner than a machine-sewn one!

Cal will teach you how to work with a pattern (see supply list below for options) for a simple, boxy top and learn how to sew seams, finish necklines and hem edges with only your hands and a needle and thread. Several methods for each type of seam will be shown, so you may also create a sampler of extra techniques.

Both decorative and functional stitching techniques will take your slow-fashion wardrobe to the next level, and add an element of meditative calm to your sewing. On future projects you can use your new skills in combination with machine sewing, or entirely on their own.

No prerequisite skills, though an understanding of basic sewing principles will be helpful. You will need to have your pieces (front and back only, skip any facings) cut out before start of class.

Please bring shirt pattern and the supplies below:

- Pattern* for simple top (see list below)

- Fabric: light-to-medium weight woven cotton, linen or blend. Quantity as indicated for your size** on pattern, but 2 yards is probably sufficient for most. Solid fabric is best to see your stitches, but print is ok too.

- Front and Back pieces ALREADY CUT OUT of your fabric (no need for any facings included in pattern). Please use simplest version with no added seams or sleeves!

- Fat quarter or approximately 12-18” square of similar or same fabric (could be a scrap left over after cutting) for sampler

- Bias tape, 1 yard of ½” single-fold, can be self-made or packaged

- All-purpose thread, can be contrast (to see your stitches) or matching and/or size 8 Perle Cotton

- Hand-sewing needles in a few sizes, or your favorite size

- Pins

- Scissors

- Marking tool (chalk, wax or pencil) and ruler

-Optional: Thimble

*Please use one of the following patterns, or similar top:
Boxy Tee/Drapy Tunic drafted in a previous class with Cal, or from her online video class, or tutorial found on her website (NOTE: please just do the simple version without the seam and pocket)

Lou Box Top

All Well Box Top

Shirt No. 1

**These are loose-fitting tops, so you should be fine to choose the size called for according to your measurements. But if you are very concerned about a perfect fit, you may wish to machine-stitch a muslin/fit sample first to confirm size.

Teacher: Cal Patch
Class Size: min 3 and max 5
Class Fee: $180 for the course of three 2-hour classes

Regrets, no makeups for missed classes.

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

For classes with Cal Patch, minimum 3 people to confirm the class, maximum of 5 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of three students by one week before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Monthly the first Thursday evening of the month starting in March

Want some support in getting through the ever growing mending pile? Have a particularly tricky mend you’d like some help gaming out strategy on? Join us for our new Monthly Mending Meetup, a drop in mending clinic where you can bring 1-2 projects to trouble shoot and work on, have access to a range of mending supplies, hang out with other menders, and treat yourself to a drink special!

We’ll spend the hour and a half together saving our beloved textiles from landfill and learning from each other (and get that much needed accountability we all need for our sometimes less exciting projects). You’ll have long time mender Kristin along side you to decide what the best technique for your project may be and get you going.

Please note this is less a class and more a casual gathering. We will be able to help you with your projects and you’ll pick up skills along the way but this is not a space to fully learn new techniques. If you want to get a great foundation for your mending before joining us, please join us for our hand sewing classes Visible Mending and/or Sashiko Stitching. 

Lead mender: Kristin Parker

Meetup fee: $25 includes support from Kristin and access to needles/pins, fabric scraps, and thread for use during the meetup.

Max of 8 attendees. Read and understand our Store Policies here. As with our classes, there are no refunds for missed sessions. If you can not attend on the date you signed up for, please contact us and you can use your credit at a future mending meetup!

Three Saturdays in March from 10-11am.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll learn how to cast on, knit and purl, make garter, stockinette and rib stitch fabric, seam and bind off and in doing so make your choice of wrist warmers, a cowl or a set of stitch swatches.

Course fee of $100 includes one pair of wooden needles and 1 skein of machine-washable medium-weight wool.

Teacher: Kristin Parker

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three Saturdays in March from 11:30am-12:30pm.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll build on what you learned in the beginner knitting class or course you’ve previously taken. It is geared towards new knitters who can cast on, knit and purl, and bind off independently, but who do not know how to read or follow a pattern. We will not review the basics (cast on, knit, purl, bind off) so please be sure you know how to do these things before signing up. As well, if you are very comfortably knitting beyond the basics already, this class is not for you. Consider one of our project-based classes that we will also have at the shop targeting advanced beginner/intermediate knitters.

In this Beyond Beginner Knitting Course you’ll learn how to read and follow a simple pattern and how to fix common mistakes.

Course fee of $100 includes 1 skein of medium-weight machine washable wool and 1 set of knitters tools (cable needle, stitch holder, tapestry needles, stitch markers, row counter, handi-tool and Knit Chek). It does not include knitting needles. Please bring a pair of knitting needles suitable for medium-weight yarn (sizes 6, 7, 8 or 9), either straight points or circular.

Teacher: Kristin Parker

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three Saturdays in March from 1-2pm.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll learn these essentials: chain, single/double/treble crochet, and seaming, and in doing so make your choice of phone case or notions pouch.

Course fee of $100 includes one crochet hook and a few mini balls of yarn to start you off (100% cotton).

Teacher: Jocelyn Songco

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three Saturdays in March from 2:30-3:30pm.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll build on what you learned in the Beginner Crochet class or Crochet Newbies course you’ve previously taken. It is geared towards new crocheters who can make a slip knot, chain, and make single crochets, double crochets, and half-double crochets independently, and who are ready to build on this foundation. We will not review the basics (slip knot, chain, sc, dc, hdc) so please be sure you know how to do these things before signing up. As well, if you are very comfortably crochet beyond the basics already, this class is not for you. Consider one of our project-/technique-based classes that we plan to also have at the shop targeting advanced beginner/intermediate crocheters.

In this Beyond Beginner Crochet Course you’ll learn how to follow simple patterns to make a small basket/project bag and granny squares.

Course fee of $100 includes 1 hank of 3mm cotton cord for the basket/project bag plus hook.

Teacher: Jocelyn Songco

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Two Saturday late afternoon sessions in March

Expand your knitting skills and jump into the magical world of color!

Learn to work with multiple colors for the first time while working on increases and decrease as we knit the charming Pressed Flowers Kerchief together.

This two part class will take place over two weeks with a week in between so you have plenty of time for homework.

This class is a great next step after taking our Knitting Newbies and Beyond Beginner Knitting courses or if you’ve ever wanted to learn color work knitting but it seemed too intimidating.

Mosaic style color work is the easiest method to learn as you’re only working with one color at a time so it’s a great entry point for working with color.

Note because of the slow nature of knitting, you won’t finish this project in class, but you’ll leave with all the skills needed to finish it on your own!

Teacher: Kristin Parker

Class fee: $75, no yarn or needles included.

Materials

• The Pressed Flowers Kerchief pattern (free!) 

• 2 skeins (contrasting colors) of DK weight yarn (sport and worsted can also work for this pattern, just change needle sizes accordingly) 

• US 6 circular or straight needles

• Optional (but useful!) Row counter 

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 8 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Photo Credit: Pom Pom x Hobbii

Three 2-hour classes on Sundays from 11am-1pm (time updated on Jan 22)

Yarn Farm loves Cal Patch!

Sewing on a machine is quick and practical, but for many it’s difficult to find the dedicated time and space required to make it a regular habit. Moving your sewing practice into the realm of handwork (like knitting, crochet, and embroidery) means you can stitch up garments whenever (and wherever) you have a few spare minutes, or on the couch at night while watching a movie, and carry a project with you so you always have it. Amazingly, you might find you can finish a hand-sewn garment sooner than a machine-sewn one!

Cal will teach you how to work with a pattern (see supply list below for options) for a simple, boxy top and learn how to sew seams, finish necklines and hem edges with only your hands and a needle and thread. Several methods for each type of seam will be shown, so you may also create a sampler of extra techniques.

Both decorative and functional stitching techniques will take your slow-fashion wardrobe to the next level, and add an element of meditative calm to your sewing. On future projects you can use your new skills in combination with machine sewing, or entirely on their own.

No prerequisite skills, though an understanding of basic sewing principles will be helpful. You will need to have your pieces (front and back only, skip any facings) cut out before start of class.

Please bring shirt pattern and the supplies below:

- Pattern* for simple top (see list below)

- Fabric: light-to-medium weight woven cotton, linen or blend. Quantity as indicated for your size** on pattern, but 2 yards is probably sufficient for most. Solid fabric is best to see your stitches, but print is ok too.

- Front and Back pieces ALREADY CUT OUT of your fabric (no need for any facings included in pattern). Please use simplest version with no added seams or sleeves!

- Fat quarter or approximately 12-18” square of similar or same fabric (could be a scrap left over after cutting) for sampler

- Bias tape, 1 yard of ½” single-fold, can be self-made or packaged

- All-purpose thread, can be contrast (to see your stitches) or matching and/or size 8 Perle Cotton

- Hand-sewing needles in a few sizes, or your favorite size

- Pins

- Scissors

- Marking tool (chalk, wax or pencil) and ruler

-Optional: Thimble

*Please use one of the following patterns, or similar top:
Boxy Tee/Drapy Tunic drafted in a previous class with Cal, or from her online video class, or tutorial found on her website (NOTE: please just do the simple version without the seam and pocket)

Lou Box Top

All Well Box Top

Shirt No. 1

**These are loose-fitting tops, so you should be fine to choose the size called for according to your measurements. But if you are very concerned about a perfect fit, you may wish to machine-stitch a muslin/fit sample first to confirm size.

Teacher: Cal Patch
Class Size: min 3 and max 5
Class Fee: $180 for the course of three 2-hour classes

Regrets, no makeups for missed classes.

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

For classes with Cal Patch, minimum 3 people to confirm the class, maximum of 5 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of three students by one week before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

One class on a Thurs eve in March

Promo! Register for all three Cityscape project classes and receive a $20 store credit to use after your third class.

Learn to cable or take your cabling skills to the next level while making the elegant Cityscape Cowl by Tori Yu. In this one off class we’ll cast on together and get you well on your way with this beautiful cowl. You’ll leave with all the skills you need to finish. This cowl is part of the Cityscape collection. We’ll be knitting through it over the next few months so by the beginning of April you’ll have a gorgeous set of hat, cowl, and fingerless mitts to get you through the end of chilly spring days. You’re also welcome to join us for a single project of your choice. For a Kingston specific Cityscape Set, use Jill Drapers Kingston yarn which is the perfect weight for this project! In this 2 hour class you will learn:

• How to cable flat

• How to read a pattern and follow a chart 

• How to make a selvedge edge 

• How to seam (demoed, you will not get to this point in your cowl in our two hours together)

Please note due to the slow nature of knitting you will not finish this project in class, but will leave with all the skills needed to be able to finish. 

Required Skills: This is not a learn to knit class. Please have taken our Knitting Newbies course or have equivalent skills before joining us for this project. You must already know how to:

• Cast on

• Knit

• Purl 

• Bind off

Materials needed:

• Ravelry Pattern (we’re happy to help you buy this in store. If you would like to bring a printed copy, please purchase and print in advance. Otherwise we’ll be working from your phone) **The designer has a discount of buy 2 get 1 free if you’re making the full set (as of Jan 28)

• 340 Yards of DK weight yarn 

• Size US 6 circular needles (or whatever needle size needed to make gauge) **if you are making the full set we highly recommend you use interchangeable needles for the projects. That way you’ll be able to buy different cable lengths/tips but don’t need to buy new needles for every project

• Cable needle

• Locking stitch markers

• Tapestry needle

• Scissors

Teacher: Kristin Parker

Class fee: $50 (no materials included)

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 8 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Photo Credit: Tori Yu

Three Saturdays in March from 10-11am.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll learn how to cast on, knit and purl, make garter, stockinette and rib stitch fabric, seam and bind off and in doing so make your choice of wrist warmers, a cowl or a set of stitch swatches.

Course fee of $100 includes one pair of wooden needles and 1 skein of machine-washable medium-weight wool.

Teacher: Kristin Parker

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three Saturdays in March from 11:30am-12:30pm.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll build on what you learned in the beginner knitting class or course you’ve previously taken. It is geared towards new knitters who can cast on, knit and purl, and bind off independently, but who do not know how to read or follow a pattern. We will not review the basics (cast on, knit, purl, bind off) so please be sure you know how to do these things before signing up. As well, if you are very comfortably knitting beyond the basics already, this class is not for you. Consider one of our project-based classes that we will also have at the shop targeting advanced beginner/intermediate knitters.

In this Beyond Beginner Knitting Course you’ll learn how to read and follow a simple pattern and how to fix common mistakes.

Course fee of $100 includes 1 skein of medium-weight machine washable wool and 1 set of knitters tools (cable needle, stitch holder, tapestry needles, stitch markers, row counter, handi-tool and Knit Chek). It does not include knitting needles. Please bring a pair of knitting needles suitable for medium-weight yarn (sizes 6, 7, 8 or 9), either straight points or circular.

Teacher: Kristin Parker

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three Saturdays in March from 1-2pm.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll learn these essentials: chain, single/double/treble crochet, and seaming, and in doing so make your choice of phone case or notions pouch.

Course fee of $100 includes one crochet hook and a few mini balls of yarn to start you off (100% cotton).

Teacher: Jocelyn Songco

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three Saturdays in March from 2:30-3:30pm.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll build on what you learned in the Beginner Crochet class or Crochet Newbies course you’ve previously taken. It is geared towards new crocheters who can make a slip knot, chain, and make single crochets, double crochets, and half-double crochets independently, and who are ready to build on this foundation. We will not review the basics (slip knot, chain, sc, dc, hdc) so please be sure you know how to do these things before signing up. As well, if you are very comfortably crochet beyond the basics already, this class is not for you. Consider one of our project-/technique-based classes that we plan to also have at the shop targeting advanced beginner/intermediate crocheters.

In this Beyond Beginner Crochet Course you’ll learn how to follow simple patterns to make a small basket/project bag and granny squares.

Course fee of $100 includes 1 hank of 3mm cotton cord for the basket/project bag plus hook.

Teacher: Jocelyn Songco

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three 2-hour classes on Sundays from 11am-1pm (time updated on Jan 22)

Yarn Farm loves Cal Patch!

Sewing on a machine is quick and practical, but for many it’s difficult to find the dedicated time and space required to make it a regular habit. Moving your sewing practice into the realm of handwork (like knitting, crochet, and embroidery) means you can stitch up garments whenever (and wherever) you have a few spare minutes, or on the couch at night while watching a movie, and carry a project with you so you always have it. Amazingly, you might find you can finish a hand-sewn garment sooner than a machine-sewn one!

Cal will teach you how to work with a pattern (see supply list below for options) for a simple, boxy top and learn how to sew seams, finish necklines and hem edges with only your hands and a needle and thread. Several methods for each type of seam will be shown, so you may also create a sampler of extra techniques.

Both decorative and functional stitching techniques will take your slow-fashion wardrobe to the next level, and add an element of meditative calm to your sewing. On future projects you can use your new skills in combination with machine sewing, or entirely on their own.

No prerequisite skills, though an understanding of basic sewing principles will be helpful. You will need to have your pieces (front and back only, skip any facings) cut out before start of class.

Please bring shirt pattern and the supplies below:

- Pattern* for simple top (see list below)

- Fabric: light-to-medium weight woven cotton, linen or blend. Quantity as indicated for your size** on pattern, but 2 yards is probably sufficient for most. Solid fabric is best to see your stitches, but print is ok too.

- Front and Back pieces ALREADY CUT OUT of your fabric (no need for any facings included in pattern). Please use simplest version with no added seams or sleeves!

- Fat quarter or approximately 12-18” square of similar or same fabric (could be a scrap left over after cutting) for sampler

- Bias tape, 1 yard of ½” single-fold, can be self-made or packaged

- All-purpose thread, can be contrast (to see your stitches) or matching and/or size 8 Perle Cotton

- Hand-sewing needles in a few sizes, or your favorite size

- Pins

- Scissors

- Marking tool (chalk, wax or pencil) and ruler

-Optional: Thimble

*Please use one of the following patterns, or similar top:
Boxy Tee/Drapy Tunic drafted in a previous class with Cal, or from her online video class, or tutorial found on her website (NOTE: please just do the simple version without the seam and pocket)

Lou Box Top

All Well Box Top

Shirt No. 1

**These are loose-fitting tops, so you should be fine to choose the size called for according to your measurements. But if you are very concerned about a perfect fit, you may wish to machine-stitch a muslin/fit sample first to confirm size.

Teacher: Cal Patch
Class Size: min 3 and max 5
Class Fee: $180 for the course of three 2-hour classes

Regrets, no makeups for missed classes.

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

For classes with Cal Patch, minimum 3 people to confirm the class, maximum of 5 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of three students by one week before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Three Saturdays in March from 10-11am.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll learn how to cast on, knit and purl, make garter, stockinette and rib stitch fabric, seam and bind off and in doing so make your choice of wrist warmers, a cowl or a set of stitch swatches.

Course fee of $100 includes one pair of wooden needles and 1 skein of machine-washable medium-weight wool.

Teacher: Kristin Parker

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three Saturdays in March from 11:30am-12:30pm.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll build on what you learned in the beginner knitting class or course you’ve previously taken. It is geared towards new knitters who can cast on, knit and purl, and bind off independently, but who do not know how to read or follow a pattern. We will not review the basics (cast on, knit, purl, bind off) so please be sure you know how to do these things before signing up. As well, if you are very comfortably knitting beyond the basics already, this class is not for you. Consider one of our project-based classes that we will also have at the shop targeting advanced beginner/intermediate knitters.

In this Beyond Beginner Knitting Course you’ll learn how to read and follow a simple pattern and how to fix common mistakes.

Course fee of $100 includes 1 skein of medium-weight machine washable wool and 1 set of knitters tools (cable needle, stitch holder, tapestry needles, stitch markers, row counter, handi-tool and Knit Chek). It does not include knitting needles. Please bring a pair of knitting needles suitable for medium-weight yarn (sizes 6, 7, 8 or 9), either straight points or circular.

Teacher: Kristin Parker

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three Saturdays in March from 1-2pm.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll learn these essentials: chain, single/double/treble crochet, and seaming, and in doing so make your choice of phone case or notions pouch.

Course fee of $100 includes one crochet hook and a few mini balls of yarn to start you off (100% cotton).

Teacher: Jocelyn Songco

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

Three Saturdays in March from 2:30-3:30pm.

In this three-session course (each session is one hour long) you’ll build on what you learned in the Beginner Crochet class or Crochet Newbies course you’ve previously taken. It is geared towards new crocheters who can make a slip knot, chain, and make single crochets, double crochets, and half-double crochets independently, and who are ready to build on this foundation. We will not review the basics (slip knot, chain, sc, dc, hdc) so please be sure you know how to do these things before signing up. As well, if you are very comfortably crochet beyond the basics already, this class is not for you. Consider one of our project-/technique-based classes that we plan to also have at the shop targeting advanced beginner/intermediate crocheters.

In this Beyond Beginner Crochet Course you’ll learn how to follow simple patterns to make a small basket/project bag and granny squares.

Course fee of $100 includes 1 hank of 3mm cotton cord for the basket/project bag plus hook.

Teacher: Jocelyn Songco

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 4 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here. This course is intended for adults. If your child is interested in learning we welcome you to organize a group of 2-4 kids and talk to us about scheduling a class for your small group. The minimum recommended age for kids to start learning to knit or crochet is around 8 years old but this can vary by child.

You will create a colorful watercolor painting led by Hudson Valley Atelier instructor Carlise Azmitia.

Come with friends or on your own and nourish your creativity! This paint and sip will last approximately ninety minutes to two hours.

More event info to be posted!

Event fee: $50 includes instruction in a small group setting, supplies and your choice of one alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage. At YFK we offer wine, local beer and hard cider, fresh brewed artisanal tea and sodas.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the event, maximum of 12 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two attendees by 3 days before the date of the event we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Monthly the first Thursday evening of the month

Want some support in getting through the ever growing mending pile? Have a particularly tricky mend you’d like some help gaming out strategy on? Join us for our new Monthly Mending Meetup, a drop in mending clinic where you can bring 1-2 projects to trouble shoot and work on, have access to a range of mending supplies, hang out with other menders, and treat yourself to a drink special!

We’ll spend the hour and a half together saving our beloved textiles from landfill and learning from each other (and get that much needed accountability we all need for our sometimes less exciting projects). You’ll have long time mender Kristin along side you to decide what the best technique for your project may be and get you going.

Please note this is less a class and more a casual gathering. We will be able to help you with your projects and you’ll pick up skills along the way but this is not a space to fully learn new techniques. If you want to get a great foundation for your mending before joining us, please join us for our hand sewing classes Visible Mending and/or Sashiko Stitching. 

Lead mender: Kristin Parker

Meetup fee: $25 includes support from Kristin and access to needles/pins, fabric scraps, and thread for use during the meetup.

Max of 8 attendees. Read and understand our Store Policies here. As with our classes, there are no refunds for missed sessions. If you can not attend on the date you signed up for, please contact us and you can use your credit at a future mending meetup!

Yarn Farm loves Cal Patch!

Use it as a basket, a bag, a hold-all: once you make one fabric bucket, you'll come up with all kinds of uses for them! This is a great project to renew your sewing skills and bump them up a notch, and a fun way to use smaller pieces of textiles you've printed, dyed or collected. Cal will teach you how to piece fabrics together, sew a curved edge to a straight edge, make straps and pockets, and you'll leave with a beautiful reversible container. 


Skill level required: Beginner Plus. Students must bring their own sewing machine and know the bare basics of how to use it: how to thread it and make a simple seam.

Please bring:

·       1/2 yard of outer fabric (medium weight woven cotton, like denim, canvas, quilting cotton -- can be smaller pieces that add up to about 1/2 yard)

·       1/2 yard of lining fabric (as above)

·       All-purpose thread to match

·       Ruler

·       Basic sewing kit: Scissors (for cutting fabric), pins + pincushion, seam ripper, chalk, tape measure

Yarn Farm Kingston will have basic sewing kits and a small selection of fabric available for purchase if needed!

Teacher: Cal Patch
Class Size: min 3 and max 5
Class Fee: $90

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

For classes with Cal Patch, minimum 3 people to confirm the class, maximum of 5 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of three students by one week before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

One class on a Fri eve in April

Promo! Register for all three Cityscape project classes and receive a $20 store credit to use after your third class.

Learn to cable or take your cabling skills to the next level while making the elegant Cityscape Mitts by Tori Yu. In this one off class we’ll cast on together and get you well on your way with these sweet Mitts. You’ll leave with all the skills you need to finish. These Mitts are part of the Cityscape collection. We’ll be knitting through it over the next few months so by the beginning of April you’ll have a gorgeous set of hat, cowl, and fingerless mitts to get you through the end of chilly spring days. You’re also welcome to join us for a single project of your choice. For a Kingston specific Cityscape Set, use Jill Drapers Kingston yarn which is the perfect weight for this project! In this 2 hour class you will learn:

• How to set up magic loop

• How to cable in small circumference knitting

• How to read a pattern and follow a chart 

• Shaping

Please note due to the slow nature of knitting you will not finish this project in class, but will leave with all the skills needed to be able to finish. The class will be taught using magic loop, but if you are already confident using DPNs and would like to make them that way instead you’re welcome to!

Required Skills: This is not a learn to knit class. Please have taken our Knitting Newbies course or have equivalent skills before joining us for this project. You must already know how to:

• Cast on

• Knit

• Purl 

• Bind off

• Knit in the round!

Materials needed:

• Ravelry Pattern (we’re happy to help you buy this in store. If you would like to bring a printed copy, please purchase and print in advance. Otherwise we’ll be working from your phone) **The designer has a discount of buy 2 get 1 free if you’re making the full set (as of Jan 28)

• 125 Yards of DK weight yarn 

• Size US 4 circular needles with  a cable length of 36” or longer (or whatever needle size needed to make gauge) **if you are making the full set we highly recommend you use interchangeable needles for the projects. That way you’ll be able to buy different cable lengths but don’t need to buy new needles for every project

• Cable needle

• Locking stitch markers

• Tapestry needle

• Scissors 

Teacher: Kristin Parker

Class fee: $50 (no materials included)

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 8 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Photo Credit: Tori Yu

Three Thursday evenings in April (starting on Apr 16)

All sessions start at 5:30pm but duration for each session varies as follows: Apr 16, 5:30-7:30pm; Apr 23, 5:30-6:30pm; and Apr 30, 5:30-8:30pm.

Please do not register if you can not attend all three sessions for the times scheduled.

Have you longed to knit a pair of socks but have been too intimidated to tackle them on your own? Join us for our Intro to Sock Knitting class!  We’ll being making a Shorty pair of socks, perfect for spring and summer! Socks are one of the most satisfying and portable projects to knit, but often times, we're are nervous to tackle our first pair alone. Learn to knit socks step by step (and two at a time, if you choose) over 3 classes, while customizing your socks so you have an ideal pair you can knit again and again. You’ll get ample support on all the trickiest parts of sock knitting including setting up magic loop and turning your first heel. This class is for intermediate knitters. Please see prerequisite skills below. There will be homework between each class. 

In this 3 part, six hour workshop you will learn:

• Magic Loop knitting

• 2 at a time knitting (optional) 

• Making a heel flap

• Turning the heel

• Picking up stitches 

• Shaping with decreases 

• Stripes and color changes (optional)

• Kitchener stitch

Prerequisite skills: (must have recent and confident experience with the following) 

• Cast on

• Bind off

• Knitting in the round

• Comfortable ribbing (knitting and purling)

 Not required, but helpful if you have some experience with shaping using decreases (k2 tgth and SSK)

Please note, this is an intermediate knitting class class. Due to time constraints, we will not be able to teach you the above skills during class. Due to the slow nature of knitting will not finish your socks during the duration of this class. The class is designed to tackle all the hardest parts of sock making during class. You will finish your 3 sessions with all the skills needed to complete the project on your own. 

Teacher: Kristin Parker

Class fee $150 which includes 1 skein of your choosing of Heritage Sock Yarn (if doing 2 at a time socks, have your yarn wound into 2 balls)

Materials needed: 

• Weekend Shorty Socks by Summer Lee (please have a printed copy for class or have the pattern accessible to you on a device of your choosing)

• 1 pair of size US 1 circular needles with a 40”+ cable (Chiaogoo needles recommend) 

• Locking stitch markers

Optional Materials:

• Second skein of sock yarn if they would like the heel and toe to be a contrasting color to the foot

• Sock blockers! (Highly recommended)

  During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 6 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Photo Credit: Summer Lee

Three Thursday evenings in April (starting on Apr 16)

All sessions start at 5:30pm but duration for each session varies as follows: Apr 16, 5:30-7:30pm; Apr 23, 5:30-6:30pm; and Apr 30, 5:30-8:30pm.

Please do not register if you can not attend all three sessions for the times scheduled.

Have you longed to knit a pair of socks but have been too intimidated to tackle them on your own? Join us for our Intro to Sock Knitting class!  We’ll being making a Shorty pair of socks, perfect for spring and summer! Socks are one of the most satisfying and portable projects to knit, but often times, we're are nervous to tackle our first pair alone. Learn to knit socks step by step (and two at a time, if you choose) over 3 classes, while customizing your socks so you have an ideal pair you can knit again and again. You’ll get ample support on all the trickiest parts of sock knitting including setting up magic loop and turning your first heel. This class is for intermediate knitters. Please see prerequisite skills below. There will be homework between each class. 

In this 3 part, six hour workshop you will learn:

• Magic Loop knitting

• 2 at a time knitting (optional) 

• Making a heel flap

• Turning the heel

• Picking up stitches 

• Shaping with decreases 

• Stripes and color changes (optional)

• Kitchener stitch

Prerequisite skills: (must have recent and confident experience with the following) 

• Cast on

• Bind off

• Knitting in the round

• Comfortable ribbing (knitting and purling)

 Not required, but helpful if you have some experience with shaping using decreases (k2 tgth and SSK)

Please note, this is an intermediate knitting class class. Due to time constraints, we will not be able to teach you the above skills during class. Due to the slow nature of knitting will not finish your socks during the duration of this class. The class is designed to tackle all the hardest parts of sock making during class. You will finish your 3 sessions with all the skills needed to complete the project on your own. 

Teacher: Kristin Parker

Class fee $150 which includes 1 skein of your choosing of Heritage Sock Yarn (if doing 2 at a time socks, have your yarn wound into 2 balls)

Materials needed: 

• Weekend Shorty Socks by Summer Lee (please have a printed copy for class or have the pattern accessible to you on a device of your choosing)

• 1 pair of size US 1 circular needles with a 40”+ cable (Chiaogoo needles recommend) 

• Locking stitch markers

Optional Materials:

• Second skein of sock yarn if they would like the heel and toe to be a contrasting color to the foot

• Sock blockers! (Highly recommended)

  During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 6 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Photo Credit: Summer Lee

Three Thursday evenings in April (starting on Apr 16)

All sessions start at 5:30pm but duration for each session varies as follows: Apr 16, 5:30-7:30pm; Apr 23, 5:30-6:30pm; and Apr 30, 5:30-8:30pm.

Please do not register if you can not attend all three sessions for the times scheduled.

Have you longed to knit a pair of socks but have been too intimidated to tackle them on your own? Join us for our Intro to Sock Knitting class!  We’ll being making a Shorty pair of socks, perfect for spring and summer! Socks are one of the most satisfying and portable projects to knit, but often times, we're are nervous to tackle our first pair alone. Learn to knit socks step by step (and two at a time, if you choose) over 3 classes, while customizing your socks so you have an ideal pair you can knit again and again. You’ll get ample support on all the trickiest parts of sock knitting including setting up magic loop and turning your first heel. This class is for intermediate knitters. Please see prerequisite skills below. There will be homework between each class. 

In this 3 part, six hour workshop you will learn:

• Magic Loop knitting

• 2 at a time knitting (optional) 

• Making a heel flap

• Turning the heel

• Picking up stitches 

• Shaping with decreases 

• Stripes and color changes (optional)

• Kitchener stitch

Prerequisite skills: (must have recent and confident experience with the following) 

• Cast on

• Bind off

• Knitting in the round

• Comfortable ribbing (knitting and purling)

 Not required, but helpful if you have some experience with shaping using decreases (k2 tgth and SSK)

Please note, this is an intermediate knitting class class. Due to time constraints, we will not be able to teach you the above skills during class. Due to the slow nature of knitting will not finish your socks during the duration of this class. The class is designed to tackle all the hardest parts of sock making during class. You will finish your 3 sessions with all the skills needed to complete the project on your own. 

Teacher: Kristin Parker

Class fee $150 which includes 1 skein of your choosing of Heritage Sock Yarn (if doing 2 at a time socks, have your yarn wound into 2 balls)

Materials needed: 

• Weekend Shorty Socks by Summer Lee (please have a printed copy for class or have the pattern accessible to you on a device of your choosing)

• 1 pair of size US 1 circular needles with a 40”+ cable (Chiaogoo needles recommend) 

• Locking stitch markers

Optional Materials:

• Second skein of sock yarn if they would like the heel and toe to be a contrasting color to the foot

• Sock blockers! (Highly recommended)

  During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 6 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Photo Credit: Summer Lee

Yarn Farm loves Cal Patch!

Do you know the basic stitches, but find crochet patterns intimidating? Cal will demystify the process of working from both a written pattern, and a stitch diagram chart, using her own Wingfeathers Shawl as the project.

Prerequisite: Students must be comfortable with their stitches (at least chain, single and double crochet).

Supplies to bring or buy:

One or more skeins of yarn for shawl, sock yarn or worsted

Crochet hook: E or F for sock, G or H for worsted

Notebook and pen

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Teacher: Cal Patch
Class Fee: $90 includes your own copy of this paid pattern that Yarn Farm will purchase for you after your register. Do not buy the pattern yourself. Regrets - we can not refund you if you purchase the pattern directly.

For classes with Cal Patch, minimum 3 people to confirm the class, maximum of 5 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of three students by one week before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Learn the fun and relaxing technique of needle felting by making a highland cow duo! A perfect parent-child activity to celebrate Mother’s or Father’s Day! Or come on your own and make some felting friends!

Your instructor Carlise will guide you in shaping your highland cows in the color(s) you choose.

The class is beginner friendly, hands on and you get to take your adorable new cows home!

Course Fee: $85 includes all materials and use of tools

Teacher: Carlise Azmitia, Hudson Valley Atelier

Class Size: min 2 and max 10

You will create a colorful watercolor painting led by Hudson Valley Atelier instructor Carlise Azmitia.

Come with friends or on your own and nourish your creativity! This paint and sip will last approximately ninety minutes to two hours.

More event info to be posted!

Event fee: $50 includes instruction in a small group setting, supplies and your choice of one alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage. At YFK we offer wine, local beer and hard cider, fresh brewed artisanal tea and sodas.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the event, maximum of 12 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two attendees by 3 days before the date of the event we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Learn the fun and relaxing technique of wet and needle felting by making a marvelous mushroom. 

Your instructor Carlise will guide you in wet felting the red topper then needle felting the core mushroom. Then you finish your mushroom with embellishments and glue it on a base. Ta dah!

The class is beginner friendly, hands on and you get to take your marvelous mushroom home!

Course Fee: $100 includes all necessary materials and use of tools

Teacher: Carlise Azmitia, Hudson Valley Atelier

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 8 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Three 2-hour classes on Sunday afternoons from 2-4pm.

Yarn Farm loves Cal Patch!

Sewing on a machine is quick and practical, but for many it’s difficult to find the dedicated time and space required to make it a regular habit. Moving your sewing practice into the realm of handwork (like knitting, crochet, and embroidery) means you can stitch up garments whenever you have a few spare minutes, or on the couch at night while watching a movie, and carry a project with you so you always have it on the go. Sewing by hand adds an element of meditative calm to your sewing practice. Amazingly, you might find you can finish a hand-sewn garment sooner than a machine-sewn one!
We will work with a pattern (see supply list for options) for a simple, knit T- shirt and learn how to sew seams, finish necklines and hem edges with only your hands and a needle and thread. Several methods for each type of seam will be shown, so you may also create a sampler of extra techniques.
No prerequisite skills, though an understanding of basic sewing principles will be helpful. You will need to have your pieces (front and back only, skip any facings) cut out before start of class.

Supplies needed:
— Pattern for simple t-shirt (see list below)
— Fabric: light-to-medium weight cotton jersey or interlock knit fabric. Quantity as indicated for your size* on pattern, but 2 yards is probably
sufficient for most. Solid, print or stripes, your choice!
— Front and Back pieces (and sleeves if pattern has them) ALREADY CUT OUT of your fabric (no need for any facings included in pattern). Please use simplest version with no added seams, unless you don’t mind extra homework.
— Fat quarter or approximately 12-18” square (smaller is fine) of similar or
same fabric (could be a scrap left over after cutting) for sampler
— All-purpose thread, can be contrast (to see your stitches) or matching
and/or size 8 Perle Cotton
— Hand-sewing needles in a few sizes, or your favorite size
— Pins
— Scissors
— Marking tool (chalk, wax or pencil) and ruler
— Optional: Thimble

Please use one of the following patterns, or a similar T-shirt or boxy top:

— Boxy Tee/Drapy Tunic, OR T-Shirt pattern, drafted in a previous class with Cal, or from her online video class, or tutorial found on her website (for boxy tee only). (NOTE: please just do the simple version without the seam and pocket)
https://calpatch.com

— Jade T-shirt
https://shop.made-by-rae.com/collections/knits/products/jade

— Lou Box Top
https://www.sewdiy.com/shop/lou-box-top-pdf-pattern

— All Well Box Top**
https://www.etsy.com/listing/713038843/all-well-box-
top-sewing-pattern-hacking

— Shirt No. 1**
https://shop.100actsofsewing.com/collections/digital-patterns/products/100-acts-of-sewing-shirt-no-1-pdf-sewing-pattern

**These are loose-fitting tops, meant for woven fabrics, so they have some ease built in. so you may wish to choose a size or two smaller than called for according to your measurements, for a more fitted t-shirt. If you are very concerned about a perfect fit, you may wish to machine-stitch a muslin/fit sample first, or baste your cut pieces, to confirm size.

Teacher: Cal Patch
Class Size: min 3 and max 5
Class Fee: $180 for the course of three 2-hour classes

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

For classes with Cal Patch, minimum 3 people to confirm the class, maximum of 5 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of three students by one week before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Three 2-hour classes on Sunday afternoons from 2-4pm.

Yarn Farm loves Cal Patch!

Sewing on a machine is quick and practical, but for many it’s difficult to find the dedicated time and space required to make it a regular habit. Moving your sewing practice into the realm of handwork (like knitting, crochet, and embroidery) means you can stitch up garments whenever you have a few spare minutes, or on the couch at night while watching a movie, and carry a project with you so you always have it on the go. Sewing by hand adds an element of meditative calm to your sewing practice. Amazingly, you might find you can finish a hand-sewn garment sooner than a machine-sewn one!
We will work with a pattern (see supply list for options) for a simple, knit T- shirt and learn how to sew seams, finish necklines and hem edges with only your hands and a needle and thread. Several methods for each type of seam will be shown, so you may also create a sampler of extra techniques.
No prerequisite skills, though an understanding of basic sewing principles will be helpful. You will need to have your pieces (front and back only, skip any facings) cut out before start of class.

Supplies needed:
— Pattern for simple t-shirt (see list below)
— Fabric: light-to-medium weight cotton jersey or interlock knit fabric. Quantity as indicated for your size* on pattern, but 2 yards is probably
sufficient for most. Solid, print or stripes, your choice!
— Front and Back pieces (and sleeves if pattern has them) ALREADY CUT OUT of your fabric (no need for any facings included in pattern). Please use simplest version with no added seams, unless you don’t mind extra homework.
— Fat quarter or approximately 12-18” square (smaller is fine) of similar or
same fabric (could be a scrap left over after cutting) for sampler
— All-purpose thread, can be contrast (to see your stitches) or matching
and/or size 8 Perle Cotton
— Hand-sewing needles in a few sizes, or your favorite size
— Pins
— Scissors
— Marking tool (chalk, wax or pencil) and ruler
— Optional: Thimble

Please use one of the following patterns, or a similar T-shirt or boxy top:

— Boxy Tee/Drapy Tunic, OR T-Shirt pattern, drafted in a previous class with Cal, or from her online video class, or tutorial found on her website (for boxy tee only). (NOTE: please just do the simple version without the seam and pocket)
https://calpatch.com

— Jade T-shirt
https://shop.made-by-rae.com/collections/knits/products/jade

— Lou Box Top
https://www.sewdiy.com/shop/lou-box-top-pdf-pattern

— All Well Box Top**
https://www.etsy.com/listing/713038843/all-well-box-
top-sewing-pattern-hacking

— Shirt No. 1**
https://shop.100actsofsewing.com/collections/digital-patterns/products/100-acts-of-sewing-shirt-no-1-pdf-sewing-pattern

**These are loose-fitting tops, meant for woven fabrics, so they have some ease built in. so you may wish to choose a size or two smaller than called for according to your measurements, for a more fitted t-shirt. If you are very concerned about a perfect fit, you may wish to machine-stitch a muslin/fit sample first, or baste your cut pieces, to confirm size.

Teacher: Cal Patch
Class Size: min 3 and max 5
Class Fee: $180 for the course of three 2-hour classes

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

For classes with Cal Patch, minimum 3 people to confirm the class, maximum of 5 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of three students by one week before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Yarn Farm loves Cal Patch!

Adding a touch of embroidery can turn nearly any plain thing into an art piece or heirloom. You can stitch on clothes, home goods, accessories and other textiles you’ve made yourself, or bought pre-made. By embellishing on these items, you can make gifts more personal, commemorate events, hide mending or stains, or just give a tired old item a new life.
We will learn 12 different classic embroidery stitches and experiment on a free-form sampler, or a project of your choice. Once you know how, you’ll want to add a touch of stitched decoration to everything you own, make or give.

Please bring: a fat quarter or approximately 18" square of woven cotton or linen cloth (gingham works great) for your sampler, embroidery floss and needles, and some small scissors

Yarn Farm Kingston will have basic sewing kits and a small selection of fabric available for purchase if needed! During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Teacher: Cal Patch
Class Fee: $90

For classes with Cal Patch, minimum 3 people to confirm the class, maximum of 5 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of three students by one week before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Three 2-hour classes on Sunday afternoons from 2-4pm.

Yarn Farm loves Cal Patch!

Sewing on a machine is quick and practical, but for many it’s difficult to find the dedicated time and space required to make it a regular habit. Moving your sewing practice into the realm of handwork (like knitting, crochet, and embroidery) means you can stitch up garments whenever you have a few spare minutes, or on the couch at night while watching a movie, and carry a project with you so you always have it on the go. Sewing by hand adds an element of meditative calm to your sewing practice. Amazingly, you might find you can finish a hand-sewn garment sooner than a machine-sewn one!
We will work with a pattern (see supply list for options) for a simple, knit T- shirt and learn how to sew seams, finish necklines and hem edges with only your hands and a needle and thread. Several methods for each type of seam will be shown, so you may also create a sampler of extra techniques.
No prerequisite skills, though an understanding of basic sewing principles will be helpful. You will need to have your pieces (front and back only, skip any facings) cut out before start of class.

Supplies needed:
— Pattern for simple t-shirt (see list below)
— Fabric: light-to-medium weight cotton jersey or interlock knit fabric. Quantity as indicated for your size* on pattern, but 2 yards is probably
sufficient for most. Solid, print or stripes, your choice!
— Front and Back pieces (and sleeves if pattern has them) ALREADY CUT OUT of your fabric (no need for any facings included in pattern). Please use simplest version with no added seams, unless you don’t mind extra homework.
— Fat quarter or approximately 12-18” square (smaller is fine) of similar or
same fabric (could be a scrap left over after cutting) for sampler
— All-purpose thread, can be contrast (to see your stitches) or matching
and/or size 8 Perle Cotton
— Hand-sewing needles in a few sizes, or your favorite size
— Pins
— Scissors
— Marking tool (chalk, wax or pencil) and ruler
— Optional: Thimble

Please use one of the following patterns, or a similar T-shirt or boxy top:

— Boxy Tee/Drapy Tunic, OR T-Shirt pattern, drafted in a previous class with Cal, or from her online video class, or tutorial found on her website (for boxy tee only). (NOTE: please just do the simple version without the seam and pocket)
https://calpatch.com

— Jade T-shirt
https://shop.made-by-rae.com/collections/knits/products/jade

— Lou Box Top
https://www.sewdiy.com/shop/lou-box-top-pdf-pattern

— All Well Box Top**
https://www.etsy.com/listing/713038843/all-well-box-
top-sewing-pattern-hacking

— Shirt No. 1**
https://shop.100actsofsewing.com/collections/digital-patterns/products/100-acts-of-sewing-shirt-no-1-pdf-sewing-pattern

**These are loose-fitting tops, meant for woven fabrics, so they have some ease built in. so you may wish to choose a size or two smaller than called for according to your measurements, for a more fitted t-shirt. If you are very concerned about a perfect fit, you may wish to machine-stitch a muslin/fit sample first, or baste your cut pieces, to confirm size.

Teacher: Cal Patch
Class Size: min 3 and max 5
Class Fee: $180 for the course of three 2-hour classes

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

For classes with Cal Patch, minimum 3 people to confirm the class, maximum of 5 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of three students by one week before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Yarn Farm loves Cal Patch!

Learn how to work a classic granny square, the basis for endless possibilities which can look vintage or modern. Granny square projects are ideal stashbusters too! Use them as building blocks to create blankets, garments and accessories. Several methods for joining will be covered, including my favorite: Join-As-You-Go. It’s never been so hip to be square!


Prerequisite: Students must be comfortable with their stitches (at least chain, single and double crochet).

Bring: Assorted scrap yarn and compatible hooks

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Teacher: Cal Patch
Class Fee: $90

For classes with Cal Patch, minimum 3 people to confirm the class, maximum of 5 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of three students by one week before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Learn the fun and relaxing technique of wet felting by making a teapot cozy. 

The class is beginner friendly, hands on and so much fun!

Course Fee: $100 includes all necessary materials and use of tools

Teacher: Carlise Azmitia, Hudson Valley Atelier

Minimum 2 people to confirm the class, maximum of 8 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two students by 3 days before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Welcome back Cal Patch!

Do you have a sewing machine in your closet, but have never used it? Or you want to sew, but the last time you stitched anything up was in Home Ec class in 8th grade? If you are looking for a low-commitment class to get acquainted with your machine (or reacquainted with the art of sewing), this is the one for you!

In this 3-hour session, you will learn how to thread your machine and wind a bobbin, sew a simple seam, and hem edges. You will make either a pillowcase, tote bag, or drawstring pouch. From this start you’ll have a foundation for moving on to all kinds of sewing projects, and your machine may just become your very BEST friend!

NOTE: Cal is not a repair person. Please be sure your machine is in working order; if in doubt, have it serviced. Bring the machine’s manual (most can be downloaded if the original isn’t available).

Bring these supplies:

– sewing machine in good working order

– 1/2 yard or more fabric: any basic woven, printed or solid cottons, denim, twill, etc. (Optional: 1 yard ribbon for handles or drawstring, or trims for decoration)

– all-purpose thread to match

– sharp fabric-cutting scissors

– pins and pincushion

– seam ripper

– tailor’s chalk/wax

– ruler

Yarn Farm Kingston will have basic sewing kits and a small selection of fabric available for purchase if needed! You may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the date your class meets.

Class Fee: $90

Teacher: Cal Patch
Min 3 students to proceed with the class; max 5

For classes with Cal Patch, minimum 3 people to confirm the class, maximum of 5 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of three students by one week before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

You will create a colorful watercolor painting led by Hudson Valley Atelier instructor Carlise Azmitia.

Come with friends or on your own and nourish your creativity! This paint and sip will last approximately ninety minutes to two hours.

More event info to be posted!

Event fee: $50 includes instruction in a small group setting, supplies and your choice of one alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage. At YFK we offer wine, local beer and hard cider, fresh brewed artisanal tea and sodas.

Minimum 2 people to confirm the event, maximum of 12 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of two attendees by 3 days before the date of the event we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Yarn Farm loves Cal Patch!

It’s easy to embellish and personalize your knit and crochet projects with a touch of embroidery. Cal will show you a variety of stitches, from simple to more elaborate, especially the ones that will s-t-r-e-t-c-h with your fabric. You will stitch a sampler along with her, and then use your new skills to add some flair and color to anything you make!

Supplies: Scraps of yarn (fingering or worsted), tapestry needle, and a knitted swatch to work onto (can be old gauge swatches, cut from old machine-knit sweaters, t-shirts, or fleece)

During your course, you may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the dates your class meets.

Teacher: Cal Patch
Class Fee: $90

For classes with Cal Patch, minimum 3 people to confirm the class, maximum of 5 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of three students by one week before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.

Yarn Farm loves Cal Patch!

If you’ve been wanting to learn how to sew, or just need a refresher to get back in the saddle again, this is the class for you. And if the word “zipper” intimidates you, you’ll see that’s they’re not difficult at all! Cal lead you through the basics of stitching on a machine, and make some simple (or more complex if you like) zipper pouches, which are infinitely useful and make fantastic gifts. Boxed corners, piecing fabrics, appliques, decorative trims and machine embroidery are all techniques we can play with, so bring a playful attitude and some colorful scraps and we’ll see what happens!

Skill level required: Beginner to Beginner Plus. No skills required, but if you have some skills, you can add some more advanced features to your project.

Please bring:
·       Sewing machine

·       Zipper foot for your machine

·       2 or more fat quarters or other small pieces of quilting cotton or similar medium-weight woven fabric

·       Nylon zipper, 7” or longer

·       All-purpose thread

·       Basic sewing kit: Scissors, ruler, tape measure, pins + pincushion, seam ripper, chalk (or other marking tool)

·       Optional: Decorative trims

Teacher: Cal Patch
Class Size: min 3 and max 5
Class Fee: $90

Yarn Farm Kingston will have basic sewing kits and a small selection of fabric and zippers available for purchase if needed! You may shop with a 10% discount on full-price items (some limited items are excluded from this discount) on the date your class meets.

For classes with Cal Patch, minimum 3 people to confirm the class, maximum of 5 students total. If we don’t reach the minimum of three students by one week before the date of the first class we’ll refund your purchase in full. Read and understand our Class Policies here.