About the CO-OP
Why a yarn co-op?
The previous yarn store (Warm Hearts) sadly closed. However, the need for fantastic yarn in the Los Alamos Community still remained! We started the co-op to provide wonderful yarn and knitting/crochet products. Also, to keep the yarn community CLOSE-KNIT!
Our Yarn
Universal Yarns, Cascade Yarns, and more! Email or call to inquire what specific yarns we have in stock!
Our Other Products
- Eucalan, a no-rinse wool wash is a great way to keep your knits fresh and clean.
- Knit Blockers and T-pins for a better blocking experience.
- Stitch Markers in a variety of shapes and colors.
- Needles and Crochet Hooks in all sizes.
- Yarn Bags to hold your many amazing projects.
- Consignment pieces from local stitches.
- AND MORE!
Our Classes
The following are the classes we have scheduled.
We update the list of classes often, so make sure to check in either on our website or Facebook for what classes we are offering!
To sign up for a class, call the store during business hours, send an email, reach out via Facebook message, or come on by. Remember that CKYC subscribers get a 20% discount on all class fees.
Class Policy: Any class that doesn't have at least one confirmed attendee forty-eight hours in advance will be canceled.
Last updated: 1/02/2020
Beginner and Introductory Classes
Learn to Knit
Date: January 19 (Sunday)
Time: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Details: Learn to knit with expert instructor Mary! She'll teach you the basics of knit and purl while you learn to make a simple hat. This three-hour, single-session class costs $40, and materials are included.
Other Fun Classes:
(Featured Image is the Mini Mitered Poncho)
Mini Mitered Poncho
Date: January 4 (Saturday)
Time: 10:00 AM- noon
Details: To kick off the month, Doris will be demonstrating how to knit her Mini Mitered Poncho. This two-hour, single-session class is FREE with purchase of materials (four skeins Classic Shades).
2-at-a-Time Toe-Up Socks
Date: January 10 (Friday)
Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Details: Are you ready to take your sock knitting to the next level? Why not try knitting two at the same time . . . toe-up? Join us and let expert instructor Wendy show you how! This two-hour, single-session class costs $10. Participants must be comfortable with basic sock knitting and construction.
Required materials: yarn suitable for socks and appropriate needles.
Give Spinning a Whor
Date: January 26 (Sunday)
Time: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Details: Interested in learning to spin yarn? Come try spinning on both a drop spindle and wheel. Everything is provided: wool, spindles, wheels. (Not recommended for people allergic to wool.) This class is ONLY about spinning - it's not about preparing raw wool for use, although that process will be outlined briefly. CKYC has spindles and fiber for sale if participants are interested in continuing. If participants already own a spindle or wheel, they are welcome to bring theirs to class.
This three-hour, single-session class costs $20, and all materials are provided
My First Sweater
Date: January 31 (Friday)
Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Details: Do you long to knit (or crochet) a sweater but don't know where to start? Did you try to knit a sweater and give up halfway through? Have you knit a dozen sweaters that wouldn't fit anybody? If so, this is the class for you. Mary will help you choose the perfect yarn and pattern, guide you in the swatching process, and show you how to use that information to make a sweater that fits like a dream.
This two-hour, single-session class costs $40 or is FREE with purchase of materials.
Knit an Icelandic Sweater
Date: February 7, 14, 21 (Friday)
Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Details: $40 or FREE with purchase of materials; three sessions