The Knitting Guild of Santa Cruz

Tuesday Evening, December 9 6:00 - 9:00 pm St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church2500 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz Gift Exchange & Silent Auction--You’ll be jumping for joy when you set your eyes on all the beautiful yarn and accessories collected from members and outside sources this year. So many yarns to choose from that you’ll be flummoxed … Continue reading December News-Holiday Party

Knitting: Snowflake -Bring around 100 ft. of yarn, scissors, and a darning needle.  Crochet: Please bring the following to participate: any type of yarn (#4 weight is best) in 1 to 4 different colors, crochet hook appropriate for yarn weight, needle to weave in ends, and scissors. Come, relax, be with friends and make a … Continue reading November Program: Holiday Decorations

Vampire Knitting Club book review . . . Members will hear parts of the book series “The Vampire Knitting Club.” Fiber crafts of all skill levels will enjoy listening, regardless of how one feels about vampires.

"What to do with swatches? Hmmm .....what do YOU do with your swatches? We'd LOVE to know. Do you have any cute and/or interesting ideas that you do with your swatches? Do you have any tidbits or new ideas about how to do a swatch? SWATCHMANIA will be presented at both the Day and Night … Continue reading September Program-SWATCHMANIA!

Knit a Square - Make an Animal by Portia Ward

by Heddi Craft. There's more than one way for us to make fabric with our yarn! Instead of going through loops, Heddi will show you how to create simple textiles going over and under on a rigid heddle loom. She'll discuss selecting a loom, warping, and basic techniques. Everyone will have a chance to weave … Continue reading July Program: Weaving on a Rigid Heddle Loom

by Heddi Craft Ravelry has 818,992 knitting patterns and 580,503 crochet patterns! How does one decide? Ravelry's search feature lets you get right to the perfect pattern. Search options include yarn weight, needle size, free vs. purchase and so many more options. Local pattern designer and long time Guild member, Heddi will share her expertise!

by Gene Radcliff Gene will share her expertise in taking apart old garments and turning them into something new. This is also known as up cycling. Gene is a former Guild member and a knitter. May Events 1st Wednesday Meet Up - May 7, 2025, 10:30am- 12:00pm Simpkins Swim Center, 979 17th Ave, Santa Cruz … Continue reading May Program-Old to New

Action Packed Program-- Craft Swap & De-Stash-- How to wind a flat bottom yarn ball demo-- Book sale-proceeds go to the Guild-- Knit & Crochet along kickoff-Baby Surprise Jacket

(the first an ongoing series) Knit a tube to make a stress ball, no stuffing required. Or knit a rectangle to form a tube. Members should bring: • A knitted tube (longer than its width)• A yarn or darning needle• About a yard of yarn for assembly• Optional items to bring for decorating the ball