Tech Skills Thursdays - 8/13-9/3

Tech Skills Thursdays Aug 13 - Sept 3

Getting stuck on projects? Want to better understand patterns, gauge, yarn, and more?

Join Joyce for Tech Skills Thursdays, a skill-building series designed to help knitters and crocheters feel more confident, solve common project problems, and better understand the techniques behind their craft.

Aug 13: How to read a crochet pattern 6-7:30pm: Knit and crochet patterns are like recipes, they tell you what you need, how much to use, and the steps to follow. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn how patterns are organized, understand common abbreviations and symbols, follow stitch counts and repeats, and read basic charts. By the end, patterns will feel less intimidating and much easier to follow.

Aug 20: How to read a knit pattern 6-7:30pm: Knit and crochet patterns are like recipes, they tell you what you need, how much to use, and the steps to follow. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn how patterns are organized, understand common abbreviations and symbols, follow stitch counts and repeats, and read basic charts. By the end, patterns will feel less intimidating and much easier to follow.

Aug 27: Swatching & Gauge Essentials 6-8 pm:  Gauge is the foundation of successful knitting and crochet projects, especially garments. In this 2-hour hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to make a proper swatch, measure gauge accurately, and adjust your needle or hook size to match a pattern.

We’ll also explore how yarn choice and personal tension affect your results, what to do when your gauge is off, and why these details matter. Beginner-friendly and helpful for all skill levels, this class will give you more confidence, better-fitting projects, and fewer surprises.

Sept 3: Yarn 101: Selection & Substitution 6-7:30pm:  Yarn substitution is one of the most valuable skills a knitter or crocheter can learn. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn how to compare yarn weight, fiber, gauge, yardage, and texture, understand how each affects your finished project, read yarn labels, and avoid common substitution mistakes.

Materials Discount, Materials Prep & Class Policies (Please Read)

• Class Policies: At Stitch & Revel, our classes are designed to be joyful, creative, and welcoming. We want to make sure every student has the best experience possible. Seats are reserved on a first-come basis once payment is received, and classes require at least 3 students to run. If we need to cancel due to low enrollment, we’ll notify you at least 24 hours in advance and provide a full refund.
• Student Responsibility: If you need to cancel, please do so at least 7 days before class for a full refund. Cancellations made 3-6 days prior are eligible for a partial refund, and cancellations less than 3 days before class are non-refundable. It is the student’s responsibility to arrive at least 5 minutes early so class can begin promptly.
• All materials must be ready to go the day of class. Yarn must be purchased and wound no later than the day before class. We are not able to wind yarn right before class begins. Registered students receive a 10% discount on class materials, and we recommend purchasing everything in advance to ensure you’re fully prepared.

Please note, missed classes cannot be made up or credited. If you are taking a multi-session course and know you’ll miss a date, kindly let your instructor know.