"Great works are performed not by strength, but by perseverance."

– Samuel Johnson

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In today’s email:

• Knitspiration: A Sneak Peek at what's coming at The Yarnist
• Stitchionary: A stitch that brings everything together
• Pattern Pick: This textured sweater is a little bit extra
• PLUS: Future of knitting, across the universe, and more

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💡 Knitspiration

🔮 The Future of The Yarnist

This week I've been outlining the mission and values of The Yarnist.

The goal here is to help you become a more fearless knitter who is curious, creative, and contributes to the community.

We do that through our daily newsletter, through online classes and workshops, and through our private community (The Yarnist Society).

But we've been working on some new stuff that I'm finally ready to announce.

I'm going to share what's coming up through the end of the year here at The Yarnist...

So let's dive in!

LIVE WORKSHOPS

Not only do we have a bunch of new live workshop planned through the end of the year, we’re going to be bringing back some previous workshop so more people can experience them live.

Here’s what’s coming up:

• Aug 19 - Advanced Knitting Stitches (Clusters, Gathers, Wraps, and Threading)
• Sep 2 - Ultimate Guide to Getting Gauge
• Sep 23 - Portuguese Knitting
• Oct 7 - 2 At A Time Top Down Socks
• Oct 21 - 2 At A Time Toe Up Socks
• Nov 11 - Special Workshop (TBA)
• Nov 25 - Special Event (See below)
• Dec 9 - Stocking Ornament
• Dec 23 - Ornament Workshop (not-live)

KNIT A LONGS

We introduced regular KAL challenges earlier this year and they've been a HUGE hit with our community. Just this week we finished up a summer tee KAL and the results have been gorgeous.

However, we're going to be focusing our KALs on shorter projects that can be finished in a week or two max. Those projects are still in the works but will be inspired by our LIVE workshop topics so you can practice what you've learned

BOOTCAMPS & MASTERCLASSES

Our bootcamps are like extended knit-a-longs that include A TON of additional resources to help you succeed. And our masterclasses are short but intense trainings that help you achieve a specific goal in just a few days.

Here’s what we have coming up:

Sweater Knitting Bootcamp • Sep 25th - Nov 20th

This 8-week bootcamp will teach you everything you need to know to knit a custom fit sweater from the top down. You’ll begin by learning how to select the perfect yarn for you. Then we’ll use your gauge and personal measurement to create a custom sweater pattern. Finally we’ll walk you step-by-step, day by day through the entire process until you have a sweater you’ll love to wear.

Hat Design Masterclass • Mid October

Over the course of 3 days you’ll learn how to design a hat without a pattern. We’ll show you how to research stitch patterns, create test swatches, and turn your vision into a reality. Whether you want to publish your own patterns or just make them for fun, this masterclass will leave you with invaluable skills.

Sweater Knitting Bootcamp (Set-In Sleeve) • Jan-Mar 2024

We’ll be adding to our bootcamp with a new sweater option. During this bootcamp you’ll be able to use our perfect fit framework to knit a set-in sleeve sweater OR a top-down raglan.

VIRTUAL KNITTING WEEKEND

Something new we’re introducing later this year is a virtual tour of knitting cultures from around the world. This will be an immersive experience where we dive into the knitting traditions, food, and sights from different regions. And our first one is an obvious choice…

Exploring Estonia • Nov 24-26

This Black Friday weekend we’ll be doing a virtual tour of Estonia. I’ll be taking you on a journey through my adopted home and it’s distinctive knitting. We’ll learn how to make Estonian mittens, Roositud colorwork, explore historic sites, Estonian cuisine and speak with famous local knitwear designers.

YARNIST SWEATER KNITTING RETREAT (Tentatively Nov 10-13)

I’ll be visiting the states in November and am considering hosting an in-person event for a small group of knitters.

We’ll need at least 10 to make it happen, but I’m working on a 3-day retreat in Palm Springs, California.

It will be a time for you to chill out and knit with some fellow Fearless Knitters, while I teach my custom fit sweater framework. This will be the first time I've taught live and in-person since that time I taught a cast on class at a brewery in Fort Collins back in 2012.

More info to come on this very soon...

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So there ya go!

We've got a ton of stuff coming up and a few surprises we'll announce later.

Not to mention some BIG plans for 2024. I hope you're as excited as we are to get started!

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📆 Daily Stitch

Smocked Rib Stitch

Later this month we're hosting a workshop on advanced knitting stitches, and wrapped stitches like this smocked one will be featured.

Smocking is a technique to bring together parts of fabric to create a unique texture.

The method can be replicated in knitting with some interesting results.

Learn this Stitch

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🧶 Pattern Pick

Jenny Sweater by PetiteKnit

This slightly oversized sweater is great for those late summer evenings by the fire.

The gorgeous texture is created using a smock stitch and the results are stunning.

You'll want to wear this one all the way through the winter and we don't blame ya.

Get This Pattern

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😂 Knits & Giggles

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