2010 BS Knitters Fiber Camp

When?
Friday, October 15th thru Sunday the 17th
Pop in and out, stay a night, or sleepover all weekend!
Workshop material fees (optional) are due by Oct. 5.

Where?         
Blue Springs. Maps and details coming soon.

What?
Think of it as Girl Scout camp for fiber lovers but with the modern conveniences of home! This is a weekend to spend some quality fiber time with each other, share skills, learn new things, swap & shop your old items for new, or just relax with a project or two!

Workshops!        
Participate in any, all or none! Just let us know in advance so we can plan appropriately.

• Learn to Crochet! Make a scrubbie or some other easy make it and take it project to learn the basics of crochet
• Reading Charts - If you get confused with chart symbols then this will help you learn to translate them to stitches you can work with
• Basic Cables - Learn how to knit cables
• Kool Aid Dyeing - Learn how to dye yarn with kool-aid and a crockpot!
• Sweater Recycling - Learn how to reclaim yarn for a new project from an old sweater
• Drop Spindling - Learn how to use a drop spindle to spin yarn.
• Getting the Most Out of Ravelry - Learn how to search for patterns, setup email notifications, get handy tips, and learn advanced features.
• Other ideas or volunteers welcome!

Activities!

• Swap & Shop: Bring your unwanted yarn, fiber tools, books and what-not for a swap and shop. Please make sure to note on each item with a sticker or sticky note if you are willing to give it away, trade for equal value (note the value please) or sell (again please note the price) as well as put your name on it so interested people know who to see about it.
• Educational Videos: Bring videos to share or take a gander at the ones others have.
• Try a wheel! Several members will be bringing their spinning wheels for you to try if you like.
• Movie/TV Marathon fiber crafting! Bring your favorite movies and TV shows on DVD to share.
• Learn to Knit Buddies! Want to learn to knit? Several of us will have extra supplies and needles to help you get through the basics. Already have supplies for a pattern you want to try? Bring them and we will help you get started!
• Sock Circle - Experienced sock knitters/crocheters and newbies are welcome to hang out, work on a sock project and discuss their favorite techniques and learn new ones!

Packing List
 Pack what you would need for a weekend away and in addition, please bring:

• Your own towel
• Your own pillow
• Items for special dietary needs (ie Lactose free milk, vegan cheese...)
• If you want to bring an air mattress please bring bedding to fit it along with a way to inflate it.
• Beverages. Iced tea, water, and coffee provided.
• Items for the swap and shop
• Projects, yarn, patterns, needles, hooks... anything you will need or want for a fiber weekend.
• Movies or television series on DVD to watch and share with each other.
• Snacks! You can bring some for yourself or bring some to share but don’t leave home without being prepared for a case of the munchies ;)
• Meal options and potlucks will be coordinated when it gets closer to the event.

More details about the workshop schedule and such as the date looms closer. RSVPs are REQUIRED for the Fiber Camp as well as workshops if you need to order materials. Email Christa at bsknitters@nerdgirlyarns.com with any questions or for more info. Please sign-up if you have interest in Fiber Camp and we can keep you up to date via email. Updates will also be posted here and on Ravelry in the BS Knitters group.