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56 Wall Street
Madison, CT 06443
203-245-5921
Welcome to Madison Wool! We are a fiber lover’s paradise, with fine yarns for hand knitting plus one of a kind, handspun art yarns that you cannot find anywhere else!
Join us for a daytime Stitching session, also solving the big problems and providing help for fiber issues. Free, everyone welcome!
Thursday Night Knitters: The Stopover Cardigan with Mary Crosby. 5 Sessions: Thursdays: October 10, 24, November 7, 21, and December 5, 2024. 6:30-8:30 PM. $145.00. $50.00. deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Let’s do more colorwork and learn to steek! Using Mary Jane Mucklestone’s pattern the Stopover Cardigan https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stopover-cardigan , you will learn how to knit this airy, chunky weight cardigan. You will learn to knit in the round from the bottom up, read a chart, and to make it a cardigan, you will then cut (steek) your knitting! We will reinforce the steek, then pick up for a button band. The class is perfect for the intermediate adventurous knitter! We have several choices of wool/wool blends to make this cardigan your own,
Beginning Handspinning Intensive. Sunday, November 24, 2024. 12-5 PM. $100.00 includes fiber and drop spindle. With Dayna Mankowski and Mary Crosby . $25.00 deposit holds your space. Maximum- 4 students.
If you would like to learn how to create unique yarn for your knitting or fiber projects, this class is for you. This workshop will teach: why wool spins into yarn, how to prepare wool for spinning, how to spin on a drop spindle and a spinning wheel. Many types of wheels are available to try, and you will learn which type is right for you
Part 1: Will teach the basics of fiber preparation, drafting and spinning on a drop spindle
Part 2: will teach basic spinning on a spinning wheel, the types of spinning wheel (Scotch tension vs Irish tension, Single vs Double treadle, etc). If you have your own wheel, please bring it.
Join us for knitting, spinning, crochet, and solving the world's big problems every Tuesday from 6-9 PM.
Join us for knitting, spinning, crochet, and solving the world's big problems every Tuesday from 6-9 PM.
Join us for a daytime Stitching session, also solving the big problems and providing help for fiber issues. Free, everyone welcome!
Thursday Night Knitters: The Stopover Cardigan with Mary Crosby. 5 Sessions: Thursdays: October 10, 24, November 7, 21, and December 5, 2024. 6:30-8:30 PM. $145.00. $50.00. deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Let’s do more colorwork and learn to steek! Using Mary Jane Mucklestone’s pattern the Stopover Cardigan https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stopover-cardigan , you will learn how to knit this airy, chunky weight cardigan. You will learn to knit in the round from the bottom up, read a chart, and to make it a cardigan, you will then cut (steek) your knitting! We will reinforce the steek, then pick up for a button band. The class is perfect for the intermediate adventurous knitter! We have several choices of wool/wool blends to make this cardigan your own,
Unwind & Knit. First Saturday of the Month: September 7, October 5, November 2, December 7, 2024, January 4, 2025, February 1, 2025, March 1, 2025 and April 5, 2025. . 2:00-4:30 PM. $40.00 includes knitting/crochet guidance, yoga, tea, and chair massage . $10.00 deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Combine knitting / crochet and yoga for a fun and relaxing afternoon! Bring a project to work on (or find something new!), then work out the kinks and knots in your body and mind with a chair massage and gentle yoga.
Holiday Origami Workshop. With Kathy Johnson. Sunday, December 8, 2024. 12 PM-3:30 PM. $80.00. $25.00 deposit holds your space. Class includes all materials. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Join us for a festive Origami Workshop where you’ll learn the art of folding paper to create beautiful, holiday-inspired decorations. You’ll explore a variety of traditional origami folds to create five unique models: a butterfly, dove, bell, wreath, and star.
A selection of papers will be available, including imported Italian paper, washi origami paper, holiday-themed paper, sheet music, and painted paper, allowing you to personalize each ornament. To add a touch of sparkle, embellish your creations with beads, crystals, and ribbons. These handmade ornaments are perfect for adding to your holiday decor or gifting to friends and loved ones. The wreath ornament is flat and will fit inside a greeting card, making it a nice surprise for someone special.
Come ready to fold, decorate, and bring the holiday spirit into your home. No experience necessary. All materials and tools will be supplied.
Join us for knitting, spinning, crochet, and solving the world's big problems every Tuesday from 6-9 PM.
Join us for a daytime Stitching session, also solving the big problems and providing help for fiber issues. Free, everyone welcome!
Beginning Crochet: Churchmouse Sampler Scarf or Handwarmers. With Dayna Mankowski. Thursday, December 12, 2024. 6:30- 8:30 PM. $35.00. $10.00 deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Learn how to crochet three different stitches and make a lovely scarf and/or hand warmers! You will learn three stitches; single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet. Perfect for adventurous beginners, or those who have some crochet experience.
Sunday Spin in! Sunday, Decmber 15, 2024. 3-5 PM. $20.00. Price includes making a batt using fiber and add ins from the MadWool Fiber Bar. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Let’s get back to spinning! Join us for a fun spin in with community. Learn some new tricks or just make some basic yarn! Bring your wheel or reserve one of ours. You are welcome to spin on your drop spindle too!
Join us for knitting, spinning, crochet, and solving the world's big problems every Tuesday from 6-9 PM.
Join us for a daytime Stitching session, also solving the big problems and providing help for fiber issues. Free, everyone welcome!
Join us for a daytime Stitching session, also solving the big problems and providing help for fiber issues. Free, everyone welcome!
Unwind & Knit. First Saturday of the Month: September 7, October 5, November 2, December 7, 2024, January 4, 2025, February 1, 2025, March 1, 2025 and April 5, 2025. . 2:00-4:30 PM. $40.00 includes knitting/crochet guidance, yoga, tea, and chair massage . $10.00 deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Combine knitting / crochet and yoga for a fun and relaxing afternoon! Bring a project to work on (or find something new!), then work out the kinks and knots in your body and mind with a chair massage and gentle yoga.
Sashiko Hand-Stitched Scarf. With Rachel Barclay. Saturday, January 11, 2025. 12 PM-4 PM. $100.00. $25.00 deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Create a beautiful and unique accessory! Using the Japanese practice of Sashiko Embroidery, create a unique and versatile scarf or shawl. A simple running stitch creates bold, geometric designs inspired by nature, art, and architecture.
In this workshop, we will handle Sashiko needles, prepare Sashiko thread, draw out grids and patterns.
Using our “small stabs” stitching strategy, we will embellish and transform a soft cotton 36 inch square into a striking, functional accessory. Choose from a selection of Sashiko patterns and floral motif stencils. We’ll provide everything you need. All skill levels welcome!
Take home class kit includes;
One yard of double cotton gauze fabric, one pair of Olympus brand Sashiko needles, 1 skein of Sashiko thread, pattern instructions, circle templates, tapestry needle threader.
Shared materials; Miniature Rhino brand Sashiko Stencil Grids, Sashiko floral motifs, thimbles, thread conditioner, communal colorful skeins of Sashiko Olympus thread strands, fabric markers and pencils, snips and scissors.
Unwind & Knit. First Saturday of the Month: September 7, October 5, November 2, December 7, 2024, January 4, 2025, February 1, 2025, March 1, 2025 and April 5, 2025. . 2:00-4:30 PM. $40.00 includes knitting/crochet guidance, yoga, tea, and chair massage . $10.00 deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Combine knitting / crochet and yoga for a fun and relaxing afternoon! Bring a project to work on (or find something new!), then work out the kinks and knots in your body and mind with a chair massage and gentle yoga.
Unwind & Knit. First Saturday of the Month: September 7, October 5, November 2, December 7, 2024, January 4, 2025, February 1, 2025, March 1, 2025 and April 5, 2025. . 2:00-4:30 PM. $40.00 includes knitting/crochet guidance, yoga, tea, and chair massage . $10.00 deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Combine knitting / crochet and yoga for a fun and relaxing afternoon! Bring a project to work on (or find something new!), then work out the kinks and knots in your body and mind with a chair massage and gentle yoga.
Unwind & Knit. First Saturday of the Month: September 7, October 5, November 2, December 7, 2024, January 4, 2025, February 1, 2025, March 1, 2025 and April 5, 2025. . 2:00-4:30 PM. $40.00 includes knitting/crochet guidance, yoga, tea, and chair massage . $10.00 deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Combine knitting / crochet and yoga for a fun and relaxing afternoon! Bring a project to work on (or find something new!), then work out the kinks and knots in your body and mind with a chair massage and gentle yoga.
Join us for knitting, spinning, crochet, and solving the world's big problems every Tuesday from 6-9 PM.
Sunday Spin in! Sunday, November 17, 2024. 3-5 PM. $20.00. Price includes making a batt using fiber and add ins from the MadWool Fiber Bar. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Let’s get back to spinning! Join us for a fun spin in with community. Learn some new tricks or just make some basic yarn! Bring your wheel or reserve one of ours. You are welcome to spin on your drop spindle too!
Embroidered Mittens. With Mary Crosby. Two Sessions: Sunday, November 3 & 17, 2024. 1-3 PM. $60.00. $25.00 deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Learn to knit mittens! Perfect for the adventurous beginner, you will learn how to knit in the round using the magic loop method or double pointed needles with worsted weight wool or a wool blend. You will then learn how to decorate your mittens with decorative embroidery. Perfect for gift making!
Rug Hooking with Deana David of www.ribboncandyhooking.com. Tom The Wild Turkey. Saturday, November 16, 2024. 1-4 PM. $100.00. Includes all supplies (excluding hoop and hook, available for use/purchase for $20.00). $25.00 deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Learn all the rug hooking basics with Tom, the wild turkey. This 10" square seasonal pattern is not your average Thanksgiving Tom you see popping up all over the place! Tom is a native, wild turkey. The sketchbook quality of the pattern makes it easy to fill in graffiti-like colors and lines from the complete kit you'll receive. We will practice basic techniques and tricks as well as experiment at a slightly advanced level with color theory and graphic effects.
This class comes complete with the pattern and all of the hand-dyes wool yarns you'll need to complete this piece. Hoop and hook sets will be available for an additional $20. You are welcome to borrow a hoop and hook before you buy.
Learn this historic thrift craft in a stress-free environment, and work to evolve your personal style with confidence and encouragement from the very beginning. When you leave the class, you will be able to pick up your piece and finish it without hesitation, and tackle your next piece without fear.
Beginning Crochet: Churchmouse Sampler Scarf or Handwarmers. With Dayna Mankowski. Thursday, November 14, 2024. 6:30- 8:30 PM. $35.00. $10.00 deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Learn how to crochet three different stitches and make a lovely scarf and/or hand warmers! You will learn three stitches; single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet. Perfect for adventurous beginners, or those who have some crochet experience.
Join us for a daytime Stitching session, also solving the big problems and providing help for fiber issues. Free, everyone welcome!
Join us for knitting, spinning, crochet, and solving the world's big problems every Tuesday from 6-9 PM.
WET FELTED VESSELS. WITH LORI NEUMANN OF WWW.MENAGERIEBYLORI.COM. TWO SESSIONS: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2024 (1 SPOT LEFT) AND SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2024. 10 AM- 4 PM. $140.00. $50.00 DEPOSIT HOLDS YOUR SPACE. CALL 203-245-5921 TO REGISTER. INCLUDES ALL MATERIALS.
Learn how to turn merino wool into a felted vessel! You will learn how to wet felt a unique one-of-a kind vessel using merino wool, silk fabric and exotic fibers over a resist. This is a perfect project for total beginners, or felters with some experience.
Wet felting is a full body experience! You will be hands on and using your upper body quite a bit, so be prepared for a crafty workout!
You will learn felting skills you can apply to future projects such as making a hat, scarf, or slippers.
When registering, please let us know what color kit you would like: 1. blues/greens 2. pinks/purples 3. yellow/orange 4. natural earth brown/golds
Lunch break: There is a microwave and refrigerator for use, plus several local restaurants for take out.
What to bring: wear clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting wet/soapy, extra towels (1-2 bath size), and scraps of quilting cloth/ cut up dish towels to help form the vessel shape (or you can use the provided balloon for a more organic shape)
Thursday Night Knitters: The Stopover Cardigan with Mary Crosby. 5 Sessions: Thursdays: October 10, 24, November 7, 21, and December 5, 2024. 6:30-8:30 PM. $145.00. $50.00. deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Let’s do more colorwork and learn to steek! Using Mary Jane Mucklestone’s pattern the Stopover Cardigan https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stopover-cardigan , you will learn how to knit this airy, chunky weight cardigan. You will learn to knit in the round from the bottom up, read a chart, and to make it a cardigan, you will then cut (steek) your knitting! We will reinforce the steek, then pick up for a button band. The class is perfect for the intermediate adventurous knitter! We have several choices of wool/wool blends to make this cardigan your own,
Join us for a daytime Stitching session, also solving the big problems and providing help for fiber issues. Free, everyone welcome!
Join us for knitting, spinning, crochet, and solving the world's big problems every Tuesday from 6-9 PM.
Embroidered Mittens. With Mary Crosby. Two Sessions: Sunday, November 3 & 17, 2024. 1-3 PM. $60.00. $25.00 deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Learn to knit mittens! Perfect for the adventurous beginner, you will learn how to knit in the round using the magic loop method or double pointed needles with worsted weight wool or a wool blend. You will then learn how to decorate your mittens with decorative embroidery. Perfect for gift making!
Unwind & Knit. First Saturday of the Month: September 7, October 5, November 2, December 7, 2024, January 4, 2025, February 1, 2025, March 1, 2025 and April 5, 2025. . 2:00-4:30 PM. $40.00 includes knitting/crochet guidance, yoga, tea, and chair massage . $10.00 deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Combine knitting / crochet and yoga for a fun and relaxing afternoon! Bring a project to work on (or find something new!), then work out the kinks and knots in your body and mind with a chair massage and gentle yoga.
Join us for a daytime Stitching session, also solving the big problems and providing help for fiber issues. Free, everyone welcome!
Join us for knitting, spinning, crochet, and solving the world's big problems every Tuesday from 6-9 PM.
Punch and Hook Club: Sugar Skull Pumpkins. With Deana David of Ribbon Candy Hooking. (www.ribboncandyhooking.com) . Sunday, October 27, 2024. 1-4 PM. $85.00. Includes materials. $25.00 deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Let’s Hook Sugar Skull Pumpkins for October! This class comes with a hook and oodles of noodles and mixed yarns to complete your choice of Sugar Skull. Choose from ten different pumpkin faces on monk’s cloth and we’ll work together to create a seasonal treasure you’ll want to keep around all year!
Choose from one of the following designs when you register:
Thursday Night Knitters: The Stopover Cardigan with Mary Crosby. 5 Sessions: Thursdays: October 10, 24, November 7, 21, and December 5, 2024. 6:30-8:30 PM. $145.00. $50.00. deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Let’s do more colorwork and learn to steek! Using Mary Jane Mucklestone’s pattern the Stopover Cardigan https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stopover-cardigan , you will learn how to knit this airy, chunky weight cardigan. You will learn to knit in the round from the bottom up, read a chart, and to make it a cardigan, you will then cut (steek) your knitting! We will reinforce the steek, then pick up for a button band. The class is perfect for the intermediate adventurous knitter! We have several choices of wool/wool blends to make this cardigan your own,
Join us for a daytime Stitching session, also solving the big problems and providing help for fiber issues. Free, everyone welcome!
Join us for knitting, spinning, crochet, and solving the world's big problems every Tuesday from 6-9 PM.
Halloween Needle Felting- Learn to Make Anything! With Deidre of Gryphon & Unicorn Studio. Sunday, October 20, 2024. 1:00-3:30 PM. $50.00 (includes fiber and felting pad & needles). $10.00 deposit holds your space. Beginners and older children welcome! Call 203-245-5921 to register. * Class cost is $35.00 if you have your own pad and needles*
Come learn to make fun and spooky Halloween creations, or anything you’d like! Deidre will lead you through the steps to make one of these fabulous decorations using only wool and barbed needles. You will leave with a colorful creation and the knowledge to make more.
Beginning Crochet: Churchmouse Sampler Scarf or Handwarmers. With Dayna Mankowski. Thursday, October 17, 2024. 6:30- 8:30 PM. $35.00. $10.00 deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Learn how to crochet three different stitches and make a lovely scarf and/or hand warmers! You will learn three stitches; single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet. Perfect for adventurous beginners, or those who have some crochet experience.
Join us for a daytime Stitching session, also solving the big problems and providing help for fiber issues. Free, everyone welcome!
Join us for knitting, spinning, crochet, and solving the world's big problems every Tuesday from 6-9 PM.
WET FELTED VESSELS. WITH LORI NEUMANN OF WWW.MENAGERIEBYLORI.COM. TWO SESSIONS: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2024 (1 SPOT LEFT) AND SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2024. 10 AM- 4 PM. $140.00. $50.00 DEPOSIT HOLDS YOUR SPACE. CALL 203-245-5921 TO REGISTER. INCLUDES ALL MATERIALS.
Learn how to turn merino wool into a felted vessel! You will learn how to wet felt a unique one-of-a kind vessel using merino wool, silk fabric and exotic fibers over a resist. This is a perfect project for total beginners, or felters with some experience.
Wet felting is a full body experience! You will be hands on and using your upper body quite a bit, so be prepared for a crafty workout!
You will learn felting skills you can apply to future projects such as making a hat, scarf, or slippers.
When registering, please let us know what color kit you would like: 1. blues/greens 2. pinks/purples 3. yellow/orange 4. natural earth brown/golds
Lunch break: There is a microwave and refrigerator for use, plus several local restaurants for take out.
What to bring: wear clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting wet/soapy, extra towels (1-2 bath size), and scraps of quilting cloth/ cut up dish towels to help form the vessel shape (or you can use the provided balloon for a more organic shape)
Thursday Night Knitters: The Stopover Cardigan with Mary Crosby. 5 Sessions: Thursdays: October 10, 24, November 7, 21, and December 5, 2024. 6:30-8:30 PM. $145.00. $50.00. deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Let’s do more colorwork and learn to steek! Using Mary Jane Mucklestone’s pattern the Stopover Cardigan https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stopover-cardigan , you will learn how to knit this airy, chunky weight cardigan. You will learn to knit in the round from the bottom up, read a chart, and to make it a cardigan, you will then cut (steek) your knitting! We will reinforce the steek, then pick up for a button band. The class is perfect for the intermediate adventurous knitter! We have several choices of wool/wool blends to make this cardigan your own,
Join us for a daytime Stitching session, also solving the big problems and providing help for fiber issues. Free, everyone welcome!
Join us for knitting, spinning, crochet, and solving the world's big problems every Tuesday from 6-9 PM.
Unwind & Knit. First Saturday of the Month: September 7, October 5, November 2, December 7, 2024, January 4, 2025, February 1, 2025, March 1, 2025 and April 5, 2025. . 2:00-4:30 PM. $40.00 includes knitting/crochet guidance, yoga, tea, and chair massage . $10.00 deposit holds your space. Call 203-245-5921 to register.
Combine knitting / crochet and yoga for a fun and relaxing afternoon! Bring a project to work on (or find something new!), then work out the kinks and knots in your body and mind with a chair massage and gentle yoga.
Join us for a daytime Stitching session, also solving the big problems and providing help for fiber issues. Free, everyone welcome!
Join us for knitting, spinning, crochet, and solving the world's big problems every Tuesday from 6-9 PM.