Classes
We offer group classes, private classes and private help sessions in knitting, crochet, and spinning for students age 16 and up. All our classes and help sessions are held in-person at our shop in Kansas City, MO and students get 10% off class supplies purchased at Yarn Social.
About Classes at Yarn Social
We offer private help sessions, private classes, and group classes in knitting, crochet, and spinning for students age 16 and up.
- All classes and help sessions are taught in-person at Yarn Social.
- All private classes and help sessions are for one student and one instructor; we cannot accommodate multiple students during our 1:1 sessions.
- Group classes are usually limited to four or five students.
- Unless otherwise indicated, materials are not included in the class fee; students get 10% off class supplies purchased at Yarn Social.
New to the yarn game?
Beginner Classes
Our beginner sessions will have you stitching like a pro in no time. Learn the ropes of knitting and crocheting basics with a beginner class.
Beginner Knitting
$30.00
This two hour class welcomes brand new knitters and folks who could use a little refresh on the foundations of knitting. Learn how to cast on, the knit stitch, time allowing the purl stitch, and learn lots of tips and tricks for success!
Learn MoreBeginner Crochet
$30.00
This two hour class is great for folks new to crochet or who need a refresher on the basics. Learn to make a chain and to create fabric using single, double and half-double crochet stitches.
Learn More
Already know your way around a knitting needle or crochet hook?
Intermediate Classes
Level up your skills with our project classes: knit some socks! crochet a pumpkin! make tiny granny squares and turn them into earrings!
Swatching & Gauge for Knit & Crochet
$30
If you knit or crochet, you've probably ended up with a finished object much smaller or much bigger than you expected. We'll explore the concept of gauge, the steps you can take to make sure your project is the size you expected, and what to do when you just can’t get gauge!
Wednesday, September 10; 6-8pm
Sign UpSpin the Yarn You Need: Understanding Wheel Adjustments
$75
Spinning expert Meagan Condon will guide you through adjustments to wheel to help you spin the yarn you need for your next project!
Saturday, October 11; 4:30-7:30pm
SIGN UPKnit Sweater Club
$90
It's sweater season, y'all! In this four-part workshop, we'll take you through the entire process of knitting your next (or first!) sweater.
Every other Monday starting September 29; 6-7:30pm
Sign UpCrochet Sweater Club
$90
Have you ever wanted to make a crocheted cardigan? Join the Club! Local crochet artist Jamie Ward will help you through every step of the process in making the Granny-Go-Round Cardigan in this four-part class.
Every other Wednesday starting September 24; 6-7:30pm
Sign UpPrefer to learn one on one?
Private Classes
Can't make it to a group class? Schedule a private how-to knit or crochet class at a time that works with your schedule.
Beginner Crochet
$30.00
Learn the basics of crochet -- making a crochet chain and basic crochet stitches (single, half-double, and double crochet) -- in this 75-minute session 1:1 session.
ScheduleBeginner Knitting
$30.00
Learn the basics of knitting -- casting on and the knit stitch -- in this 75-minute 1:1 session.
ScheduleNeed help with a project or technique?
1:1 Help Sessions
If you know the basics but need help with a project or technique, our private help sessions connect you with a Yarn Social expert.
*Free* help sessions
Mistake Mondays
We offer free knit and crochet project help on the first and third Monday of each month from 3-5:30 pm. No appointment is required, and help is available on a first come, first served basis.
Mistake Mondays is intended for folks who know how to knit or crochet but need assistance with a technique, understanding a pattern, or fixing mistakes. If you'd like to learn to knit or crochet, sign up for one of our group or private beginner classes.