This exciting event invites fiber enthusiasts of all levels to embrace the season, create something special, and connect with a vibrant community of makers.
The Winter Make-Along is your chance to cozy up and focus on fiber! Whether you knit, crochet, quilt, or weave, this event is about starting something new, sharing your journey, and celebrating our fiber friends.
Key Dates and Activities
January 30, 2025: Official start date—begin your project!
March 15, 2025: Studio & Shop Hop! Enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of CraftStudies, Junction Fiber Mill, and The Woolly Thistle. Receive 20% off at Junction Fiber Mill and a free gift with purchase at The Woolly Thistle!
April 5, 2025: Complete your project to qualify for prizes. Celebrate at our event for the National Knit for Food Make-a-thon!
What kinds of fiber types & techniques can I use during the Make-Along?
The Winter Make-Along welcomes all fiber arts, including knitting, embroidery, quilting, crocheting, weaving, felting, lace-making, macramé, and more! If it’s fiber, it’s in!
Do I have to make something new? Or could I pick up an old project?
To qualify for prizes, yes, it must be a new project, started and completed between January 30 and April 5, 2025. But if you aren’t looking to win a prize, then you do you, friend.
What are the prizes and how do I qualify?
Thanks to our fiber-friendly neighbors, participants who meet the requirements will qualify for a $50 gift card from either Junction Fiber Mill or The Woolly Thistle.
To enter, simply document your journey by sharing 3 photos on Instagram with the hashtag #CraftStudiesMakes:
A photo of your materials with a note about your project.
A photo of your work in progress.
A photo of your finished project.
Not on social media? No problem! Bring your project to Thread Therapy Thursday at CraftStudies during these stages, and we’ll help you document and share your work.
What’s Thread Therapy Thursday?
Thread Therapy Thursday is a weekly gathering for fiber enthusiasts, held Thursday evenings from 5:30 to 8:30 PM at CraftStudies. It’s the perfect place to work on your Winter Make-Along project or any fiber-related endeavor.
Access to Tools and Equipment: Use our resources to craft with ease.
Expert Guidance: While no formal instruction is provided, our expert volunteers are available to assist.
Community Connection: Enjoy an inspiring evening with fellow fiber lovers.
Junction Fiber Mill Bundles: Explore beautiful fiber bundles at junctionfibermill.com.
Woolly Thistle Kits: Find curated kits perfect for your project at thewoollythistle.com.
Fiber Classes at CraftStudies: Sign up for inspiring workshops like Wardrobe in a Weekend, Quilt Retreat, Natural Dyes, and more! Browse upcoming classes at craftstudies.org/fiber.
