Make-Alongs
At Fabrications, we know that sewing, knitting, and crafting are more fun when we do them together! Sometimes you need a little guidance through the tricky parts, or simply the motivation to complete a project. Since 2020, we have been hosting sew-alongs, knit-alongs, and quilt-alongs as a fun way to learn new techniques, share ideas, and connect with each other!
Here are a few answers to your FAQs!
- All of our make-alongs are hosted on our YouTube Channel. Make sure to subscribe and hit the notifications bell to stay in the loop!
- There is no need to sign up. Our videos are shared publicly and free to watch.
- Participation is optional! We know everyone works at their own pace, and some people might not be ready to start when we are.
- Most make-alongs run for about 3-5 weeks depending on the complexity of the project.
- Videos are filmed LIVE and published within 24 hours for you to catch up or rewind.
- Typically videos are filmed on a weeknight (EST). Specific dates and times will be shared when make-alongs are announced.
- If you watch our videos live, you can have specific questions answered in real time. Comments are monitored daily if you think of anything you want to ask at a later time.
- Kits are often available (online and in the shop), depending on the project. If you prefer to choose your own supplies, our staff can help you find what you will need!
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UPCOMING MAKE-ALONGS
Love Note Knit-Along
If you enjoyed our Ranunculus KAL last year, then be sure to join Caitlin and Emily this fall as they knit TinCanKnits' iconic Love Note Sweater! Much like the Ranunculus, the Love Note is knit up quickly on a large needle using a variety of yarn combinations and can be customized to fit your personal style. Whether you choose to go warm and cozy with a DK weight yarn or light and airy with a strand of mohair, this sweater is sure to become a staple of your fall and winter wardrobe! And if you’re feeling ambitious, you can use the wide size range (0-6 months to adult 4XL) to knit Love Notes for the whole family!
Required Skills:
- Casting on, binding off, weaving in ends
- Knitting, purling, switching between knits and purls (aka ribbing or seed stitch, etc.)
- Should be comfortable knitting in the round on a circular needle (aka can put down and pick up project without reversing direction)
- Recommend previous experience with basic shaping (increases and decreases) and basic lace (yarn over)
You'll learn all about:
- considerations for choosing yarn and size
- the crocheted provisional cast on
- top-down sweater basics (order of construction, separating for sleeves, etc.)
- reading knitting patterns and keeping track of stitch counts
- lace knitting, including how to read a chart
- different sleeve options
- ribbing and bind off methods
- wet blocking
You will need:
- For adult sizes: 550-1250 yards of fingering, sport, or DK weight yarn (depending on size, length of body/sleeves that you choose - please reference size chart).
- We recommend avoiding highly variegated yarns and choosing a solid, semi-solid or lightly speckled yarn so the pattern is more visible.
- If you choose to hold fingering weight yarn with a strand of mohair, as shown in the pattern pictures, you will need this yardage for each yarn.
- Our sample was knit out of Kelbourne Woolens Cricket in Veridian
- If you’re looking for inspiration, check out the over 11,000 finished project pages on Ravelry here.
- 6mm (10 US) and 4.5mm (7 US) needles:
- XS size: 40cm (16”) circular, 60cm (24”) circular, and DPNS in each size*
- S-4XL sizes: 40cm (16”) circular, 80cm (32”) circular, and DPNS in each size*
- *Alternatively, you can replace the DPNS with a long circular needle (32-40”) and use the magic loop technique.
- Stitch markers that will fit your needles
- A medium crochet hook that will work with your scrap yarn (in the 4-5.5mm range)
- Scrap smooth worsted weight yarn to crochet your provisional cast on and hold your sleeve stitches
- tapestry or darning needle
- A copy of the pattern available for purchase in-store, through Ravelry or through the TinCanKnits website. The pattern is also available through the TinCanKnits smartphone app.
