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Let's socialize … distantly.
Join us for a virtual knit night on Tuesdays at 6-8 PM
Join us for a virtual knit night on Tuesdays at 6-8 PM
Comfy clothes are recommended; pajamas encouraged. Join us for the whole time or drop in when you can.
We're using Zoom, a virtual meeting program. It will allow us to talk, show our projects, and see one another (using your camera is optional. Heck, you don't even have to turn on your mic if you don't want to). There's no signup process or fee for you.
When you click the link below on your laptop, tablet, or smartphone, you will be prompted to install Zoom if you haven't used it before. If you'd like to test this early, you can click the link at any time.
Here's a quick video showing what to expect when you join the meeting.
We're using Zoom, a virtual meeting program. It will allow us to talk, show our projects, and see one another (using your camera is optional. Heck, you don't even have to turn on your mic if you don't want to). There's no signup process or fee for you.
When you click the link below on your laptop, tablet, or smartphone, you will be prompted to install Zoom if you haven't used it before. If you'd like to test this early, you can click the link at any time.
Here's a quick video showing what to expect when you join the meeting.
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NativeKnits-Along
Rescheduled to the autumn due to coronavirus. Exact dates TBD Get ready for Puddletown Knitting Guild's knit-along (KAL) beginning. We're super excited to be hosting Jennifer Berg a.k.a. NativeKnits on October 16th & 17th (New dates! More information below) and in anticipation of her arrival, we're having our first KAL! We would love as many members as possible to make one of her designs and to wear them during her presentation. Those interested can bring their own yarn or select one (or more) kits from Weird Sisters Yarn to make: The Sunset Mesa Cowl, Chaco Beanie, Peaceful People Hat or Peaceful People Cowl. You can pick up a kit from the brick-and-mortar store in St. Johns or online. There will also be a limited number of kits for purchase at the NativeKnits-Along meetings. Kim and Margaret will be hosting the NativeKnits-Along Help Meetings in the Bob Nelson room at the Fremont Methodist Church (our usual location) from 6-8PM on the following:
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We Are Still Here: Keeping My Culture Alive Through Knit Design
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Presented by Jennifer Berg, NativeKnits
Rescheduled to October 16 & 17, 2020, due to coronavirus We are so excited to announce that Puddletown Knitters Guild will host Jennifer Berg on Friday, October 16th, and Saturday, October 17th, in Portland. On Friday evening from 6PM - 8PM, Puddletown and Weird Sisters Yarn will co-host a meet and greet trunk show at the shop (8836 N Lombard Street, Portland OR). On Saturday from 9AM - 4PM (doors open at 8:30AM) Jennifer will present "We Are Still Here: Keeping Culture Alive Through Knit Design." (2620 NE Fremont Street, Portland OR) If you follow Ravelry's Hot Right Now or emerging designers on social media, you probably know Jennifer's work. Follow @native.knitter on Instagram to see her gorgeous work. |
Saturday, Jennifer will speak in the morning about her inspiration and design process, her favorite apps, appropriation versus appreciation, and stranded colorwork knitting tips and techniques. Throughout the afternoon participants will be able to work on a project—a cowl she designed exclusively for this event that features her own motifs and includes a space for attendees to insert a motif of their own design. There will be several expert knitters on hand for additional support.
Registration fee includes:
Meals will be prepared by CaddoWoman Catering, specializing in a modern presentation of traditional indigenous food.
PKG Member Admission: $150/person
General Admission: $175/person
Admission plus Guild Membership: $180/person
Registration fee includes:
- Jennifer’s cowl pattern
- Three skeins of Brooklyn Tweed Arbor
- Special project bag
- Breakfast and lunch
Meals will be prepared by CaddoWoman Catering, specializing in a modern presentation of traditional indigenous food.
PKG Member Admission: $150/person
General Admission: $175/person
Admission plus Guild Membership: $180/person