Apr
25
9:00 AM09:00
May
9
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: Absolute Beginner's Knitting
Learn to knit with FREE instruction in this FREE Workshop for folks who have never knit a stitch! We'll make a classic cotton washcloth--you can do it!
Jun
6
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: Next Step Knitting
One skein of ‘Wardrobe’ and a great hat pattern combine to help you make a giant leap forward in your knitting skills! Learn to twist and slip stitches, and learn the Vikkel braid!
Jun
13
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: Granny Squares for Beginners
THIS WORKSHOP IS SOLD OUT
Learn to read a pattern and crochet a granny square!
Jun
20
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: Murano Squares Cowl
A really simple fun knit that’s perfect for both learning a new color work technique AND taming a wild yarn. Make a beautiful bandana cowl.
Jul
11
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: Fairbrook Scarf (crochet)
Intermediate crocheters will learn new skills while making this beautiful scarf designed by Ashley Edmonds.
Jul
25
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: French Macaroon Baby Sweater
The sweetest little baby sweater! We’ll review the pattern and cast on together!
Sep
5
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: Herringbone Hat
Build your stranded color work knitting skills with this beautiful pattern!
Apr
9
to Apr 11
Apr
10
to Apr 12
Lancaster Knitter’s Retreat 2026
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT
WAITING LIST: (717) 768-8007
The Lancaster Knitter’s Retreat 2026 takes place April 10 - 12, 2026!
Mar
14
9:30 AM09:30
CLASS: Cancun Boxy Lace Top by E Kate Archer
Learn to read, follow and modify a pattern, how to make a garment that fits YOU, and how to swatch for garment knitting.
Mar
7
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: First Time Stranded Color-work Knitting
THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL
Learn how to work stranded color-work knitting patterns using a simple repeating pattern and an ombre’ dyed yarn!
Jan
31
10:30 AM10:30
FREE Workshop: Absolute Beginner's Knitting
THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL
Learn the basics of knitting with this simple beginner level scarf project.
Jan
24
to Feb 28
CLASS: - Sweater Knitting: 'Evendoon Pullover'
THIS CLASS IS SOLD OUT
Knit a marvelous sweater with expert help in this three part Class.
Jan
9
to Jan 11
Lancaster WINTER Knitter's Retreat 2026
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT
The Lancaster WINTER Knitter’s Retreat 2026 takes place January 9 - 11, 2026, in the historic and elegant William H. Montgomery House at the Lancaster Marriott in downtown Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
Dec
18
4:00 PM16:00
Dec
6
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: SOLD OUT Knit a Musselburgh Hat
SOLD OUT
Cast on the popular Musselburgh Hat in this FREE two hour workshop, and design a ‘surprise’ inside!
Nov
8
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: Absolute Beginner's Crochet - SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT
Learn the basics of crochet in this workshop with FREE instruction. Perfect for beginners.
Nov
1
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: Short Rows with 'Leaves in a Stream'
Learn German short rows as we cast on Romi Hill’s astonishing shawl ‘Leaves in a Stream.’
Oct
18
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: Absolute Beginner's Knitting - SOLD OUT
Learn the basics of knitting with this simple beginner level scarf project.
Oct
11
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: First Time Stranded Color-work Knitting
Learn how to work stranded color-work knitting patterns using a simple repeating pattern!
Sep
27
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: 'World's Simplest Mittens'
The perfect mitten pattern for toddlers through adults! Learn to manage long circular needles and the magic loop method of knitting in the round.
Sep
20
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: Lace Knitting with a Chart
If you can cast on, knit and purl, you can learn to knit lace. We will demystify lace knitting and learn to read a pattern. Learn to interpret and follow a chart to accomplish a repeating lace pattern!
Aug
23
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: 'In Threes- A Baby Cardigan'
Knit your first garment in this workshop! We’ll cast on and start knitting a cute sleeveless vest for babies and toddlers!
Jul
12
to Aug 2
CLASS: Sock Knitting 101
SOLD OUT
Does the idea of juggling three or four needles sound exciting? Celebrate the magic of double pointed needles and knitting a small diameter in the round in this Sock Knitting 101 class. We will knit classic socks: one-at-a-time, top down, on double pointed needles. You can do it!
Jul
7
5:00 PM17:00
Astro Pop 4-DAY KAL OPEN HOUSE
Stop in and knit for a while during our Astro Pop KAL Open House!
Jul
4
to Jul 8
Jun
21
9:00 AM09:00
One-Day Crochet Retreat with MOOGLY!
Tamara Kelly is MOOGLY! She’ll bring her crochet expertise to our One Day Crocheter’s Retreat on June 21!
Jun
7
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: Absolute Beginner's Crochet
*THIS WORKSHOP IS FULL* call to be placed on waiting list
Learn the basics of crochet in this workshop with FREE instruction. Perfect for beginners.
Jun
3
6:00 PM18:00
'Block Party!' Learn to Block Your Handknits
Learn to wet block your handknits for a professional finish every time.
May
10
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: Next Step Knitting
One skein of ‘Wardrobe’ and a great hat pattern combine to help you make a giant leap forward in your knitting skills! Learn to twist and slip stitches, and learn the Vikkel braid!
Apr
4
to Apr 6
Mar
22
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: Absolute Beginner's Knitting
Never knit a stitch? Need a refresher in the absolute basic techniques for knitting? This is the Workshop for you.
Mar
11
6:00 PM18:00
Berroco Spring 2025 Yarn Tasting
A Yarn Tasting Event! Join us for an evening of yarn sampling—we’ll explore, swatch and discuss the qualities of six yarns from Berroco.
Mar
8
9:30 AM09:30
FREE Workshop: Next Step Crochet
Expand your crochet skills with the techniques used in this beautiful shawl! We’ll review all the techniques required to succeed in making this shawl including how to chain, dc, tc, and work in the front and back posts.
Feb
22
10:30 AM10:30
FREE Workshop: Anthology Cowl SOLD OUT
SOLD OUT
Stranded knitting is color work at its finest! We’ll use the outstanding ‘Anthology’ pattern from Tin Can Knits to get started!
Feb
8
10:30 AM10:30
FREE Workshop: Absolute Beginner's Crochet - SOLD OUT
Learn how to crochet! Start fresh with this coaster pattern!
Jan
25
10:30 AM10:30
Nov
16
9:00 AM09:00
LYS One Day Knitter's Retreat: Tanis Gray
Tanis Gray returns to Lancaster Yarn Shop for a full day of COLORWORK!