STITCH UP CHICAGO 2024 IS HERE!!!!
APRIL 5-6
bonus class day April 7th
We are so excited to announce our SIXTH Annual event and humbled by how our community has grown.
We are at a new location this year - but still in the lovely River North neighborhood. If you are coming to our event you are eligible for our special discounted hotel rate by using our booking link here.
NOTE: Your registration does not include accommodations. BUT… if you are attending Stitch Up Chicago, you can get a room at our special discounted rate here
If Rooms present unavailable - we may be able to get rooms added. Check the Ravelry event thread or contact us by email
Say hello to our Stitch Up Chicago 2024 Events Hosts:
Patty Lyons
Natalie Thomas (Detroit Knots)
Tamara Kelly (of Moogly)
Lauren McElroy (Mother of Purl)
Michele Costa (Stitch & Hustle, 144 Stitches)
OUTLINE BELOW - FULL EVENT PROGRAM COMING SOON
*** subject to change ***
Remember: At Stitch Up Chicago, all you have to do is show up and be ready to have some fun. ALL event materials are provided by our generous sponsors!
All Hooks & Needles provided by Knit Picks & We Crochet
FRIDAY APRIL 5th
1-4 PM Afternoon Tea at Nina Chicago
Enjoy delicious snacks and bites from Chef On The Roof while you enjoy an exclusive discounted shopping experience at one of Chicago’s premier Fiber shops.
***The shop is closed to the public for Stitch Up attendees only! If you registered for the All In ticket, this special Kick Off is included. If you did not register for the All-In package, you will be required to register for this event.
5:30 pm – 8pm (at the event Hotel)
UNIVERSAL YARN KICK OFF STITCH NIGHT!
Hosted by: Patty Lyons, Natalie Thomas of Detroit Knots, Tamara Kelly of Moogly Blog, Lauren McElroy of Mother of Purl & Michele Costa of 144 Stitches & Stitch & Hustle
Join us for an evening of fabulous stitching and fiber friendship.
And yes there will be dinner!
Cash bar.
All knitting /crocheting materials provided (yarn, pattern needles, notions).
SATURDAY APRIL 6th
9:00am REGISTRATION OPENS at THE EVENT HOTEL
*** All Hooks & Needles provided by Knit Picks & We Crochet for all workshops
9:30 am – 12:30 PM DESIGNER SHOWCASE & BRUNCH IN STITCHES
Enjoy a fabulous brunch buffet with all the fixings while we sip and stitch away.
This special event will feature gosadi designers and a special workshop from our sponsors.
9:30 am - 10:30 am BEST FRIENDS BEANIE WORKSHOP WITH ASYLUM FIBERS
10:30 am - 11:30 am gosadi Designer Showcase
11:30 am - 12:30 am surprise bonus workshop
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Knit Picks & We Crochet PRESENT AN AFTERNOON YARN TASTING
One of the tenets and premier events of Stitch Up, the Indie Yarn tasting is like no other event in the industry. Not kidding!
Join us for an exploration of discovering new fibers and new artists. Modeled after a wine tasting where attendees get to smell, swish and taste the wines, at a Stitch Up Chicago Indie Yarn Tasting our attendees are treated to a menu of options from an invited group of fabulous Indie Dyers.
Afternoon Refreshments & Snacks provided!
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Afternoon Workshop with Red Heart Yarn
Join us as we work on a wonderful project, learn new things and explore new fibers from our friends at Red Heart. A crochet & knit project will be featured.
Hosted by: Tamara Kelly of Moogly Blog & Michele Costa of 144 Stitches & Stitch & Hustle
with: Natalie Thomas of Detroit Knots, Patty Lyons, Lauren McElroy of Mother of Purl
5:30 pm – 8:00 pm Celebration Dinner & Fiber Fun with Berrroco
Join us for yummy dinner and the ultimate sip & stitch with all your new fiber friends to close out Stitch Up Chicago.
We will make a new Knitting pattern by Lauren McElroy and new crochet pattern by Natalie Thomas
Cash bar.
All knitting & crochet materials provided (yarn, pattern needles, notions).
Hosted by: Lauren McElroy of Mother of Purl & Natalie Thomas of Detroit Knots
with: Patty Lyons, Tamara Kelly of Moogly Blog & Michele Costa of 144 Stitches & Stitch & Hustle
BONUS CLASS DAY SUNDAY APRIL 7th
We are so excited that in partnership with our host Yarn Shop, Nina Chicago. we are able to add on classes and a book signing with Patty Lyons on Sunday along with a very special Asylum Fibers pop up shop!
The Pop Up shop is Sunday April 7th at Nina Chicago from 12:30 - 5:30 PM
Register for add on classes here
OH YEAH - NOW THAT IS SOME FUN
HOPE YOU JOIN US!
ABOUT STITCH UP CHICAGO:
Stitch & Hustle is all about the many makers and small maker business owners that make up this incredible community. We encourage offline support and growth as much as online. Connecting is how we all thrive. Stitch Up Chicago was born from the idea of taking an online group offline to share fiber love. That is what every single Stitch Up is about: creating safe spaces and celebrating our common love of fiber. We hope you join us!
Special thank you to our host LYS, Nina Chicago. Since the very first Stitch Up Chicago, Nina has welcomed us with open arms, fabulous treats and incredible yarn.
Stitch Up Chicago simply would not be possible without our incredible sponsors.
These are brands and people really invested in making the fiber community awesome.
Not only would I like to thank them, but I’d like to encourage you to check them out.
