February Dispatch · Red Hats, Skill-Building, & Cozy Winter Making

January flew by in a blur of stitches, learning, and community, and February is shaping up to be just as meaningful. This month’s Dispatch starts with a bit of history, a bit of heart, and a lot of yarn.

❤️ Why the Red Hat Matters (and a February Yarn Special)

You may have seen red hats popping up in knitting circles lately and wondered what they represent.

Historically, red caps have symbolized resistance, solidarity, and care for human dignity. From the Norwegian resistance during World War II—where red knit caps were worn quietly in defiance—to earlier liberty movements, the color red has long been tied to protection, community, and standing with others.

In that spirit, all red yarns in the shop are 20% off through the end of February, both in-store and online.
If you’ve been meaning to knit a red hat—whether the Melt the Ice Hat or your own design—this is your nudge.

🧶 Classes & Events

Beginner Continental-Style Knitting Series
Saturdays | 10–11am | Starts February 7

Huge congrats to our January beginners who finished their Gentle Ridges Handwarmers and are already casting on new projects like the Sophie Scarf. Watching those first stitches turn into confidence never gets old.

✨ Marni’s Classes

Knitting Skills Lab (New!) Thursdays | 6–7pm | $30 per session
Each week focuses on one skill you can learn—or finally make peace with. Bring your own materials or pick up what you need in the shop.

• Feb 5 – Ribbing in the round with DPNs & short circulars P.S. Perfect time to start a Melt the Ice Hat.
• Feb 11 – Beginner Afghan: wave pattern using Lion Brand Hue & Me
  Kits will be available in-shop for $60, or bring your own yarn
  Pattern: Fall Horizons Throw
• Feb 19 – Increases & decreases
  Make a simple corner-to-corner dishcloth (bring cotton yarn + needles)
• Feb 26 – Italian bind-off for beautiful stretchy ribbing.

View the calendar and sign up online. Each Lab is $30 for the hour.

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The Knitting Doctor 🩺 Wednesdays | 3–5pm | By appointment
Stuck? Confused? Something just feels off?
Book one or multiple 15-minute sessions for $10 each and let’s figure it out together.

🧵 Joy’s Classes

Knit a Basic Beanie
2-part series using the Tin Can Knits Basic Beanie
Feb 8 & Feb 22 | 1pm

Crochet Skills
Learn to read a pattern and chart while making a dishcloth with Joy Getha

🌿 Ongoing Community Time

• Craft & Chill – Fridays, 3–6pm (RSVP)
• Sock Sector Sundays – Sundays, 3–6pm (RSVP)

Low pressure. High vibes. Bring whatever’s on your needles or hook.

📖 Stitch & Story – February

The Snow Queen
This month’s Stitch & Story leans fully into winter hygge, inspired by The Snow Queen and cozy resilience. Our featured project is the Sophie Scarf—simple, meditative, and perfect for this season.

🧥 Flax Sweater KAL Update

Our January 29 Stop & Show with Jared was such a joy. Progress photos, big smiles, and lots of “ohhh that makes sense now” moments. Thank you to everyone knitting along—this one’s been special.

🆕 New Arrivals

• Savory Stitches Handmade Stitch Markers
  A fresh batch just arrived—fruits, veggies, and other delightful little surprises. Each one is unique.
• Moonbits – Reclaimed Yarn
  In-store only, and already a fan favorite.

🐑 Spinning & Weaving Supplies

A reminder that I’m a Schacht Spindle Company dealer. I can ship directly to you or to the shop—just ask.

Fiber: hand-dyed by Joy, available in-shop and online

Reach out for pricing or availability on any Schacht spinning or weaving tools.

We’re also hoping to add weaving classes in March—fingers crossed.

January was a busy, beautiful month. I’m grateful for every stitch, every conversation, and every person who walks through the door or joins us online.

Here’s to more fiber fun in February 💛
See you at the shop.

Warmly,
Marni

🎁 February Mon/Tues Specials Gift With Purchase

Online Only

Make an online purchase Mondays and Tuesdays in February and receive a small, useful fiber gift—changing weekly while supplies last.

Week 1 (Feb 2-3)

🧵 Tape Measure – Purple or Black (your choice! – leave a comment in the notes)

Week 2 (Feb 9-10)

✨ Cashmere Comb
Perfect timing with winter knits and sweater care.

Week 3 (Feb 16-17)

🔢 Row Counter
Because losing count happens to the best of us.

Week 4 (Feb 23-24)

🪡 Set of Tapestry Needles
The unsung heroes of finishing season.