Fiberside Chats!
Launched in May 202o by the Longmont Yarn Shoppe, joined by a group of 30 collaborating shops (Craftworks among them), Fiberside Chats feature some of our favorite designers and creators. They discuss their unique path, creative processes, favorite techniques, latest projects, or whatever is inspiring them now.
There will be opportunity for Q&A & other fun surprises like giveaways & pattern discounts for those who join!
Can't make the day/time?? No worries most of our presenters are allowing us to
record their presentation - at which time it will be available for you to watch for 7 days!
Erika ÅbergFebruary 1, 2026
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Coastal Landscapes: Islands & Inspirations with Erika Åberg!
Erika Åberg - knitwear designer and author - will join us at our Fiberside to talk about her newly published book Island Knitting - Beautiful Knitting Patterns Inspired by Coastal Landscapes. Together we will embark on a knitting journey through the captivating landscapes of Shetland, the Outer Hebrides, Gotland and Blidö. The book features 20 patterns inspired by the sea, wind and spirit of each island. Erika will show a selection of samples from the book, share the stories behind the design; the wool, the landscape and how the designs carry the place, landscape and memories in every stitch from these islands of central seclusion. As a designer, she loves to bring all of this into each garment, reflecting heritage, body, warmth and everyday life. We will talk about all of this and life on island of Gotland, in the middle of the Baltic Sea.
This is a live Zoom Event on Sunday, February 1st at 1:00pm EST, 12:00pm CST, 11:00am MST, 10:00am PST, 7:00pm CET
This Fiberside Chat will be recorded - a link to the recording will be available for one week and shared with registered attendees only.
Registration will close 1.5 hours before beginning of event.
Jill Tamminen - Knit SisuFebruary 15, 2026
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Finding Joy on the Needles!
Jill Tamminen is the founder of Knit Sisu, where knitting becomes a joyful pathway to mindfulness, resilience, and self-compassion. Inspired by the Finnish concept of SISU - quiet strength, perseverance, and inner calm - Jill combines traditional knitting designs with modern flair and mindfulness to help people slow down and reconnect with the simple joy of making.
Jill will share stories about her knitting experiences, including the "Technique Shawl", a design-style that teaches knitters how to read fabric, free them from the tie to a written pattern, and build confidence. You'll also learn some tips & tricks that will help you BYOD (Be Your Own Designer) and truly find joy and creativity on your needles! Be sure to sign up now for this encouraging and uplifting Fiberside Chat!
This is a live Zoom Event on Sunday, February 15th at 1:00pm EST, 12:00pm CST, 11:00am MST, 10:00am PST
This Fiberside Chat will be recorded - a link to the recording will be available for one week and shared with registered attendees only.
Registration will close 1.5 hours before beginning of event.
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Keith LeonardMarch 1, 2026
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Why Didn't I know This Sooner? Tips & Tricks!
In this Fiberside Chats presentation, Keith will share and demonstrate many of his most impactful, mind-blowing tips, tricks and techniques! Keith will also share his personal journey through the fiber industry—from learning to knit and working in yarn stores to building a finishing business, teaching classes, and launching a yarn company. Attendees can expect practical, “why didn’t I know this sooner?” moments, inspiration for knitters at every level, and a special attendee-only discount at the end of the session. This Chat is sure to add to your skills toolbox!
This is a live Zoom Event on Sunday, March 1st at 1:00pm EST, 12:00pm CST, 11:00am MST, 10:00am PST
This Fiberside Chat will be recorded - a link to the recording will be available for one week and shared with registered attendees only.
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Lena FedotovaMarch 29, 2026
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Explore New & Unique Crochet Stitches with Lena Fedotova!
Join crochet designer and stitch creator Lena to see how new crochet stitches appear - and why!
What happens when familiar stitches are no longer enough? New yarns behave differently, new colorways need new solutions, and new shapes ask for new structures and this is where inspiration happens.
In this talk, Lena shares how she creates new stitches and how small technical choices can change the whole fabric. She will show some of the techniques from her book, New Ways with Crochet, and how you can use them in your own projects.
You don't want to miss this Chat where we'll explore fresh ways of thinking about crochet and discover it from a new angle!
This is a live Zoom Event on Sunday, March 29th at 1:00pm EDT, 12:00pm CDT, 11:00am MDT, 10:00am PDT, 7:00pm CET
This Fiberside Chat will be recorded - a link to the recording will be available for one week and shared with registered attendees only.
Registration will close 1.5 hours before beginning of event.
Register HereFees & Registration
Each meet-up will have a $20 registration fee, with proceeds supporting our special guests. Your ZOOM Link will be sent the evening before and about 1 hour before the event. Check your spam filter if you do not see it. The link to watch the presentation after-the-fact will be sent right after the 'Chat'.