Hello Summer and Fall ….
Classes, Events and Field Trips
Alpacas of Marin: August 3, 2024
I invite you to join me on a visit with Sandy Wallace and her charming herd of alpacas on the West Marin coast overlooking Nicasio Reservoir. We will spend the day in West Marin on the farm with the Alpacas of Marin to learn all about them, their history, evolution and personality. Sandy is their guardian and a breeder of both Huycaya and Suri alpacas. Come and learn about the animals and their herders that produce our gorgeous fiber, spend the day in the glorious hills overlooking Nicasio Reservoir. It’s a special opportunity and Sandy and I are so glad to share it with you. Do join us.
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The Sweater Series at Fiber Circle Studio - 2024 edition: A focus on Yokes
SIGN UPS ARE OPEN for two yoke opportunities - pick one or both:
Yokes!
One Day workshop with Elizabeth Doherty of Blue Bee Studio: September 28, 2024
and/or
Knit a Blue Bee Studio Yoke with Gayle: October 5, November 2 and 23 and December 14 from 2-4pm
I’m delighted teach yoke construction in my Sweater Series that is linked with Elizabeth Doherty of Blue Bee Studio. Can’t attend her class at Squam? Join her in Petaluma!
Elizabeth will teach a one day workshop on September 23, 2024 at Fiber Circle Studio in Petaluma, and I will follow up one week later with a Yokes Sweater Series.
Details about Elizabeth’s workshop and sign up - click here
No one is more meticulous and thoughtful about construction than Elizabeth and her yokes number among the few that truly respect every body. Come and learn the tips and tricks as we knit a Blue Bee yoke garment together.
Pick one of 4 beautiful slip stitch yoke designs from Elizabeth Doherty of Blue Bee Studios. Then together we will knit a garment that fits and flatters!
Details about Gayle’s Sweater Series and to sign up - click here
Flock Fiber Festival in Seattle: August 9-11, 2024
You have likely heard me raving on about how this is the best fiber festival and a must visit for anyone who is interested in meeting the most inspiring new artists. Jess from La Mercerie has the spirit and the will to curate the experience we have all been craving. I recommend without reservation!
I am attending and happy to either produce my ‘list’ (as I did for Stitches West) or organize a more structured get together depending on your interests and desires. Let me know if you have particular ideas about getting together at Flock - or just want to be kept up to date on any Flock related content by emailing gayle@pacificknittingretreats.com and use Flock Fiber Festival in the subject line.
Slow Fiber and Lily Turner: October 2024
Lily Turner of Wishbone Yarns and Jaki Canterbury of Slow Fiber are conspiring to create a magical day of guided stitching using vintage and re-use materials. This workshop will be held in Monterey - a place of inspiration to be sure. Stay tuned for all the details on this collaboration.
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST AND SUPPORT.
I LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALONG THE YARN WAY THIS SUMMER AND FALL.