Friday, October 27 9:30-10:00 AM EST
Start Your Day with Peace and Focus with Elissa Marx. Before diving into our three-day virtual event,  join us for a calming Meditation class. The teacher will guide you through a 30-minute meditation session designed to help you find inner peace and focus. This meditation class is the perfect way to start your day and set the tone for the weekend! Take a moment to connect with your inner self and prepare for three days of creativity and connection. Don't miss the opportunity to begin your virtual knitting journey with a clear and relaxed mind. 

Friday, October 27 12:00-1:00PM EST

Join hosts Louie The Marshmallow and Ana Campos of Circle of Stitches in Salem, MA for a special virtual Halloween pet parade! Dress up your critters in costume and show them off on our virtual runway for a chance to win free classes. Bonus points if your pet's costume is knit or crochet! You just need a Marketplace ticket to gain access, and a portion of your ticket will be donated to the Black Cat Rescue. Just fill out this form to sign up your pet!

Friday, October 27 1:00-2:00PM EST

Are you curious about the steps involved in creating a thriving online knitting community like Modern Daily Knitting? Join us for an informative panel discussion where Kay and Ann will provide valuable insights into the role of MDK within the broader knitting community. Our esteemed panelists will delve into the evolution of the knitting community over the past decade, including the unprecedented events of 2020. We will also explore the future of knitting communities, potential market changes, and the current trends and preferences among knitters. Additionally, you will discover the fascinating intersection between the fashion industry and the knitting world, and how books continue to play an important role in knitters' lives.

Friday October 27, 4:00–5:00 PM Eastern

Join Josh and London for a special halloween welcome party! 

Saturday, October 28th 11:00AM-12:00PM EST

Irina Shaar @fiberchats interviews sculptor (and knitter) Carol Milne @carolmilneart about her knitted work in glass and her latest show "Knotty and Nice" @culture.object gallery.  The show is at 344 W 38th St in New York City through November 30th.  

https://www.carolmilne.comhttps://www.cultureobject.com/exhibitions/2023-carol-milne.htm

Saturday, October 28th 12:00-1:00PM EST

Join Austin Rivers, DAC member and Knit the Rainbow Founder, and Ana Campos, DAC member and owner of Circle of Stitches for a special panel in recognition of LGBTQIA+ History Month. Austin and Ana will be chatting with panelists Andy Forest, Jake Kenyon, Brooke Addams, and Corin Purifoy about their experiences as queer creators in the fiber industry, and influential queer historical figures. 

Andy Stowers Forest - @transfloridaman
Andy Stowers Forest (any pronouns) is a fiber artist and researcher from Tallahassee, Florida, currently based in Manhattan. After moving to NYC in an emergency situation with only the contents of his car, Andy stumbled across an event giving out KtR garments and ultimately traveled to California to thank Austin on the Kelly Clarkson show. This experience encouraged Andy to develop his fiber art practice; since, his art has appeared in multiple NYC venues. Outside of knitting, Andy's research addresses the role of religious extremism in shaping support for the use of force, and in shaping support for anti-LGBTQ policies. He works as a consulting researcher, and is a member of the National Survivor Network.

Brooke Addams - @iamfullyspun
Brooke stumbled into her calling with Fully Spun. It started 7 years ago as an effort to make the 'handspun look' available and accessible, but ended up as an exploration in color and identity. Brooke has encouraged countless crafters to use the colors they love. At any given craft show, you can hear her encouraging her customers to go with their first mind. To choose the colors they love, because the items they make will spark that same feeling as the skein did originally. Brooke also developed a Pride Collection featuring colorways inspired by 16 Pride flags, which she considers her crowning achievement.

Jake Kenyon -  @isthatkenyarn
Jake is the sole artist behind Kenyarn LLC based in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Kenyarn creates small hand-poured resin notions for use in the fiber arts including stitch markers, needle minders, and buttons. Jake regularly releases patterns for knit accessories and teaches beginner crochet and knitting courses at his LYS. Outside of the fiber world Jake works as a medical Speech Language Pathologist, loves to travel, and can be found cheering on the women of the WNBA. Visit Jake’s work at Kenyarn.com. 

Corin Purifoy -- @i.knit.u.knot
Corin Purifoy (she/they) is a self-taught knit and crochet designer from Milwaukee, WI with a love for soft colors and textures. She started crocheting over a decade ago and knitting soon thereafter, and they both became a love for her immediately. She is passionate about two facts: that creating is why we were created, and that fiber arts are for everybody and every body. You can find her on Instagram @i.knit.u.knot where she posts silly crafting reels and pictures of her cats.
 

Saturday, October 28th 1:00-2:00PM EST

NYC is great. NYC with knitting friends is better. We are counting the days to Vogue Knitting Live 2024. It's time to register in and choose the classes you will take. At this panel you will meet 3 teachers from the NYC 2024 show. They will show you their projects and explain the classes. They will also talk about their experiences in past editions. Join this fun conversation and get ready to travel to the largest knitting show in the world. 

Sunday, October 29 11:00-12:00PM EST

Crochet Craft & Chat: Join Brittany Garber (KnotBadBritt) & Angela Tong (Angela Tong Designs) for a chat with Tunisian crochet designer Lori Harrison (Akllori Designs). Bring your hook, yarn, and questions!

Sunday, October 29 12:00-1:00PM EST

Join us for a special Halloween panel featuring our Yarn Tarot! Join VKL instructor and tarot teacher Ana Campos and guests Rochelle New and Ash Alberg to learn about our tarot for fiber artists, and join in a community spell using tarot archetypes. 
 

Sunday October 29th 1:00-2:00PM EST

Join us for a fast-paced knitting fiesta that celebrates the beauty of breed-specific, locally sourced yarns from Spain. This unique online gathering brings together knitting enthusiasts, Spanish fiber companies like WoolDreamers and DLana, delectable tapas, and delightful Spanish wines, all packed into one hour of excitement. Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors, flavors, and sounds of Spain as we celebrate the art of knitting with a special focus on breed-specific, locally sourced yarns.

Nicole Michelle Byrns - Nicole Michelle Byrns is the talented fiber artist originally from Queens, New York but residing in Andalucía. She wears many hats, serving as a natural dyer, teacher, herbalist, and YouTuber.Together with Antonio, she co-founded Save the Sheep, a noble initiative aimed at preserving endangered sheep breeds at risk of extinction. Nicole is also passionate about sharing her knowledge, offering a captivating two-hour virtual class titled "The Magical World of Plants: Natural Dyes & Herbalism."You can connect with her and explore her creative endeavors on Instagram under the handle @thymeweaver. Nicole Michelle Byrns is a true advocate for nature and its preservation.

Anna Chao, co-founder of Barcelona Knits - Anna has a deep-rooted connection to Barcelona, a city she adores. Her journey with wool and knitting began in her childhood when her mom taught her the craft. During her adolescence, she was busy knitting scarves for her friends. Presently, Anna plays a pivotal role as one of the three co-founders/organizers of Barcelona Knits, an inaugural event in Barcelona dedicated to wool and exclusively tailored for the knitting community. This unique gathering unites wool producers, small-scale artisans, spinners, indie dyers, esteemed designers, accessory creators for knitters, and publishing professionals. You can find her on Instagram and Ravelry as misswasabi81.

Shameka Clarke, MekaMika Shop- Meet Shameka Clarke, the multi-talented professional behind the delectable cupcakes at the renowned Cake-a-Palooza event in Rhinebeck. She's not just a baker but also a YouTuber and the proud owner of MekaMika Shop. Hailing from the vibrant city of New York, she thrives on all things creative and has a knack for blending handcrafted designs with graphic artistry. Shameka's passions extend beyond her design work. She's an enthusiast when it comes to food and knitting, both of which will come to life at this week's event, where she will skillfully demonstrate how to prepare a simple Spanish tapa. Whether it's in the kitchen or through her creative ventures, Shameka Clarke is a true artist at heart.

Ramón Cobo, Founder Wooldreamers - Meet Ramón Cobo, a 33-year-old with a lifelong background in the textile industry. His dream, ignited by a profound love for natural fibers passed down by his father, is at the heart of his journey. Ramón's vision is to see natural fibers, particularly wool, take over synthetic materials. He envisions conversations with shepherds and ranchers who deeply value their sheep and the wool they produce. Simultaneously, he dreams of a world where people recognize that 100% biodegradable materials, like wool, are a powerful way to combat micro-plastic pollution and address climate change. His dream led him to explore initiatives promoting natural fibers. However, he discovered a stark contrast between his dream and reality, with synthetic materials dominating the market and Spanish wool often disregarded. This discrepancy fueled his determination to bring his dream to life.

Antonio Jesús Castillo Urquízar, Beagle Knits- Antonio Jesús Castillo Urquízar, a.k.a. Beagle Knits, is a knitting enthusiast from Granada, Spain. He rediscovered his passion for knitting as an adult, breaking free from gender stereotypes. Knitting has since become an integral part of his life and travels.Beagle Knits, founded in 2018, is his platform to connect with the knitting community online. His designs draw inspiration from architecture, fashion, nature, and literature and are available on platforms like Ravelry and Etsy.Antonio loves teaching and offers knitting courses and workshops, blending his expertise with a passion for instruction. His YouTube channel, Aprende a Tejer Beagle Knits, is a cozy space where he shares knitting news, project updates, and design anecdotes. It's also the heart of the Beagleknitters community.