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SoCK Mtg – One Skein Wonders
Richard & Meg Weekley Community Center 8440 Greenhouse Rd, Cypress, TX, United StatesYou went to Houston Fiber Fest and came home with the lovely, wonderful, absolutely perfect skein of sock yarn. And now you don't know what to do with that lovely, wonderful, absolutely perfect skein of sock yarn. Never fear! This month's SoCK meeting as all about single skein patterns. Bring your single skein of yarn […]
SoCK Mtg – Knitting Origins
Richard & Meg Weekley Community Center 8440 Greenhouse Rd, Cypress, TX, United StatesHave you ever wondered about the origins of knitting? Stopped to think, who came up with the idea of taking two sticks and some string and making a sock? Just how old is knitting? What were the first knitted items? Wonder no more. Come learn about the beginnings of knitting through the medieval period. Learn […]
SoCK Mtg – Getting to Know Ravelry
Richard & Meg Weekley Community Center 8440 Greenhouse Rd, Cypress, TX, United StatesWe've all heard of Ravelry and most of us are already using it. But are we taking advantage of all of the features that Ravelry has to offer? Are you wondering how to catalog your stash? Organize your patterns? Come learn how to make the most out of Ravelry!
SoCK Mtg – DIY Stitch Markers
Richard & Meg Weekley Community Center 8440 Greenhouse Rd, Cypress, TX, United StatesThe days of boring stitch markers are over! This month we'll be learning how to make our own. SoCK's own Keena Kang will be demonstrating multiple techniques to make your stitch markers.Supply List:Lobster claw clasps 4mm jump ring 6mm jump ring 10mm jump ring Charm/accent beads with holes at both ends Charms with a hole at 1 end 2 inch head […]
SoCK Mtg – Holiday Party @ WC Mercantile
WC Mercantile 201 E Washington Ave, Navasota, TX, United StatesIt's time for our annual holiday party at WC Mercantile! We will have a catered brunch provided by our very own Brandy Graessar. Activities will include shopping, stitch marker swapping, and a gift swap/steal game. For the stitch marker exchange, bring 25-30 stitch markers to swap.For the Gift Swap/Steal Game, bring a wrapped knitting book […]
SoCK Mtg – Get the wool truth! (Part 1)
Richard & Meg Weekley Community Center 8440 Greenhouse Rd, Cypress, TX, United StatesGet the wool truth! SoCK will gather for the first (of three) Craftsy class viewing that will help you get a nuanced understanding of different fiber types and the best use for each type of wool. Knit while you watch and jot down things you've learned for future reference!
SoCK Mtg – Get the wool truth! (Part 2)
Richard & Meg Weekley Community Center 8440 Greenhouse Rd, Cypress, TX, United StatesGet the wool truth! SoCK will gather for the second (of three) Craftsy class viewing that will help you get a nuanced understanding of different fiber types and the best use for each type of wool. Knit while you watch and jot down things you've learned for future reference!If you didn't join us for the […]
SoCK Mtg – Get the wool truth! (Part 3)
Richard & Meg Weekley Community Center 8440 Greenhouse Rd, Cypress, TX, United StatesGet the wool truth! SoCK will gather for the final program in our series dedicated to understanding different fiber types and the best use for each type of wool. Knit while you watch and jot down things you've learned for future reference! If you haven't joined us for the first two programs, don't fret! You're […]
SoCK Mtg – Spinning on Spindles & Wheels
Richard & Meg Weekley Community Center 8440 Greenhouse Rd, Cypress, TX, United StatesSpinning on Spindles & Wheels. Now that you've learned all about wool, learn to spin it! Jessica Myers and Cadence Myers will teach you how to spin on a spindle and on a spinning wheel. If you have a spindle or wheel, feel free to bring it.
SoCK Meeting – Independence Fiber Mill
Richard & Meg Weekley Community Center 8440 Greenhouse Rd, Cypress, TX, United StatesDid you know that there is a fiber mill just 90 minutes from Cypress? There is! Come tour one of the few fiber mills in Texas and learn how commercial yarn is spun, from fleece to final product. And it being spring, there just may be baby goats that need some cuddling. The tour includes […]