LavenderSheep

I'm teaching Learn to Weave on a Rigid Heddle Loom at on Saturday, September 12th, 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Weaving on a Rigid Heddle Loom is fast and easy. Quickly weave scarves, washcloths, or placemats. Use it to sample yarn combinations faster than your table or floor loom. We will cover direct warping onto the loom, warp stripes, weft stripes and other tips and tricks along the way.

We have looms available, so you can try before you buy. If you choose not to purchase the loom, but wish to continue weaving, simply leave it here and join us for Fiber Circles to work on your project.

https://www.clearcreekfarmduvall.org/workshops
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Woolly Wormhead is hosting a Knit-a-Long for the Toph hat, so I thought this was the perfect time to talk about the two I’ve already made. I made one of these years ago for Knot Another Hat out of Yakkity Yak DK in colors Peacock and Dark Roast. Then this last year I made another one with opposite colors for Community Yarn Shop with the leftover yarn. I still had yarn leftover! Toph is beautiful and the Yakkity Yak DK is incredibly soft and warm. The two together are perfect. It’s one of my favorite hats.

So, with two skeins of Yakkity Yak you can make a hat for yourself and for a friend to enjoy! or checkout some of Woolly Wormhead’s other patterns. There are so many beautiful ones to make!

Last week I had workshop at Clear Creek Farm Duvall / Community Yarn Shop teaching my favorite dye workshop to a great group of students. We dyed so much yarn and fiber! It was a hoot!

I’m happy to share that I have a project in the Fall 2026 issue of Little Looms Magazine () ! I designed a set of napkins based off of musical notes. Read the article and work through a project with some of my favorite musical pieces.
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The big reveal! It was a tough decision, but I decided to go with the Yakkity Yak DK! In the samples it was the blue one. I also had a tough time deciding on the color. I had the Peacock already in the shop, but I had just dyed this beautiful red. It was hanging up and kept calling to me, so that's what I decided to go with. It is fantastically soft of squishy. I just love it and I know I'm going to love the finished sweater and wear it all the time.

The pattern is Watermark by Marie Greene of and the Knit-a-long is happening all through the month of July. It's not too late to join!
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I couldn’t decide which yarn I wanted to use for the Watermark KAL with , so I tried all that we have available at Community Yarn.

Remix Light is always a good choice. It’s blend of fibers make it airy and comfortable all summer long. It would be great for the short sleeve version. It could also be made long sleeve and work well as a cover up for chilly evenings or well into fall.

Berroco Ultra Wool DK is a good soft wool. it is machine washable, though with all handknits I recommend handwashing to keep them at their best. I also really love how round the yarn is and how well it shows off the detail of the stitch pattern. It really pops! The only thing to keep in mind with superwash is that it can grow after washing, so make sure to wash your swatch!

LavenderSheep Yakkity Yak DK is definitely the luxury choice. The yarn is merino/yak/silk. It feels gloriously soft against the skin and is warm enough to make a good spring/fall sweater as well.

Help me decide! Which would you choose?
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Watermark by Marie Greene ( )

Don’t worry, you don’t have to knit a sweater in 4 days! The knit-a-long typically takes place through the month of July. Back when the first knit-a-long happened 10 years ago, Marie sat down and knit a sweater in 4 days. That started the first knit-a-long, which turned into an annual tradition. After 10 fun filled years, this is the last 4 day knit-a-long and we are so happy we can be a part of this tradition before it is gone.

Here is what Marie has to say about the pattern:

This year’s pattern will feature top-down, raglan construction with all-over lace and two different silhouette options: a classic cardigan, or a pullover. From there, knitters can personalize their project with three sleeve length options (short, half, long), and the option to work the ribbed edges in a contrasting color. The result will be a range of unique sweaters, no two alike. Think of it as leaving your own Watermark on your project.

Special Discount! Marie is offering the pattern with a $2 discount, if you purchase it before June 27th. Cardigan Pattern is here! Pullover Pattern is here!

Haven’t knit lace before or need a refresher? Sign up for the Lace Hat Workshop with Tami Petrie over at Clear Creek Farm ()

Knit-a-long Starts:
Thursday, July 9th, 1pm - 3pm at Community Yarn
(or come to any Fiber Circle to join in)

I needed a new sample for my Honeycomb Workshop on Sunday. I love my towels, but I wanted to make the workshop accessible to those that only have a 15" Cricket. So, I am weaving these washcloth/napkins for it. Just a simple rigid heddle loom and 2 pick up sticks are all that is needed!

I just love its golden loveliness! It just brightens up my day!

Workshop is here: https://clearcreekfarmduvall.org/event/rigid-heddle-honeycomb-towels-or-washcloths/
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I am teaching this lovely Cable Hat workshop at

Learn to Cable with Tin Can Knits Snowglobe Hat at Clear Creek Farm

This “Snowglobe Hat” from is a fun introduction to knitting cables, and cute to boot! Students will learn to to use a cable needle to create the “twists” that characterize cabled knit fabric. If we’re feeling adventurous, we may try making cables without a cable needle!

The yarn shown is Woolly Worsted in Pumpkin Pie Spice and Natural.

Friday, February 20th, 1pm - 4pm

https://clearcreekfarmduvall.org/instructor/yvonne-ellsworth/
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Yarn of the week: Apple Blossom

I know it is only February, but I’m starting to see little signs of spring popping up everywhere. My snowdrops and crocuses are up! The wintery world is slowly turning to spring again and spring is my favorite season!

This yarn is called Apple Blossom. I was inspired by the bold pinks and greens of early spring.

Featured Yarn: Superwash Bulky

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