Capitol Hill Stitch n Bitch

Bring your current fiber arts project and your favorite NA beverage to enjoy the company of fellow humans while stitching. Most people in this group knit or crochet, but you'll also see people mending, cross-stitching, embroidering, and sewing. New folks are always welcome.

We also offer free knitting lessons and supplies.

Ask a question, let us know you'd like to learn, or join our Discord by sending a quick email to: shelli.martineau@gmail.com

TL;DR


Who: Everyone
When: Tuesdays, 6pm-8pm




Suggested Donation: $3/month through Meetup (free membership is available too. Just ask!).
Bring: Your current project. A snack and NA drink.
Accessibility: Our venue is wheelchair accessible. There are no steps to get into the space and there is a gender neutral restroom that is ADA accessible. We do not require masks. Chairs have no armrests and can accommodate larger bodies.

When we meet at BaseCamp/Gearhouse: It's sometimes hard to hear others, and it can be a little sensory-overwhelming. The venue is cashless (bring a card if you'd like to order food/drink). The venue serves coffee, tea, light snacks, beer, and wine.

Contact us if you need help with accommodations or have any questions.

Help Keep Our Meetings Safe: Be Excellent to Each Other

This group exists so people can relax, make things with their hands, and spend time with other humans. We ask that all members agree to the following:

Be kind.
This is an inclusive space open to people of all ages, genders, races, orientations, & skill levels. Treat each other with respect and assume good intentions.

Consent matters, even with yarn.
Ask before offering critique, jumping in to help, or taking someone’s project out of their hands. Some people want advice. Some people just want to vent.

No gatekeeping.
Fiber arts are art. Art is subjective. There is no single “right way." Share techniques, tips, & experience, but don’t be dogmatic.

Encourage curiosity.
Everyone starts somewhere. If someone asks a basic question, help them out or point them in the right direction.

Respect people’s space and access needs.
If you need help or accommodations, contact Shelli shelli.martineau@gmail.com

Unraveling happens.
Projects, stitches, and conversations can go sideways. Be patient with each other.

Bring your current fiber arts project and your favorite NA beverage to enjoy the company of fellow humans while stitching. Most people in this group knit or crochet, but you'll also see people mending, cross-stitching, embroidering, and sewing. New folks are always welcome.

We also offer free knitting lessons and supplies.

Ask a question, let us know you'd like to learn, or join our Discord by sending a quick email to: shelli.martineau@gmail.com

TL;DR


Who: Everyone
When: Tuesdays, 6pm-8pm




Suggested Donation: $3/month through Meetup (free membership is available too. Just ask!).
Bring: Your current project. A snack and NA drink.
Accessibility: Our venue is wheelchair accessible. There are no steps to get into the space and there is a gender neutral restroom that is ADA accessible. We do not require masks. Chairs have no armrests and can accommodate larger bodies.

When we meet at BaseCamp/Gearhouse: It's sometimes hard to hear others, and it can be a little sensory-overwhelming. The venue is cashless (bring a card if you'd like to order food/drink). The venue serves coffee, tea, light snacks, beer, and wine.

Contact us if you need help with accommodations or have any questions.

Help Keep Our Meetings Safe: Be Excellent to Each Other

This group exists so people can relax, make things with their hands, and spend time with other humans. We ask that all members agree to the following:

Be kind.
This is an inclusive space open to people of all ages, genders, races, orientations, & skill levels. Treat each other with respect and assume good intentions.

Consent matters, even with yarn.
Ask before offering critique, jumping in to help, or taking someone’s project out of their hands. Some people want advice. Some people just want to vent.

No gatekeeping.
Fiber arts are art. Art is subjective. There is no single “right way." Share techniques, tips, & experience, but don’t be dogmatic.

Encourage curiosity.
Everyone starts somewhere. If someone asks a basic question, help them out or point them in the right direction.

Respect people’s space and access needs.
If you need help or accommodations, contact Shelli shelli.martineau@gmail.com

Unraveling happens.
Projects, stitches, and conversations can go sideways. Be patient with each other.

Let’s visit a local yarn shop together! Bring your portable fiber arts project and join us on a road trip to Acorn Street Shop.

Here’s our agenda:
11:00am Meet at Acorn Street
1pm Lunch at Queen Mary Tea Room or Mendocino Farms (UVillage)

About Acorn Street:
Acorn Street Shop was established in 1979 and began as a New England country store. Soon the needlework department took over and Acorn Street became a full-fledged needlework shop. In 1992, the business moved to its present location, just north of the U-Village, and the merchandise expanded to include supplies for both knitting and crochet. Today the shop focus is in the areas of knitting, crochet, and needlepoint.

How to get there:
I’m leaving the carpooling/rideshare organizing to the folks in the group, but our lunch destination will be no more than a 10-minute walk from Acorn Street.

The closest bus stops are right on NE 55th St and Roosevelt Way NE. You should be able to use routes 62, 79, or 71. Additionally, the U District Light Rail Station is about a 15-minute walk.

Accessibility:
Acorn Street is on a bit of a slope, which can be difficult for some folks with mobility issues. However, the shop is wheelchair accessible and has seating available. Street parking is also available (though it can be difficult to find). Masks are not required.

Ask a question or join our Discord by sending a quick email to: capitolhillsnb@gmail.com

Bring your current fiber arts project and your favorite NA beverage to enjoy the company of fellow humans while stitching. Most people in this group knit or crochet, but you'll also see people mending, cross-stitching, embroidering, and sewing. New folks are always welcome.

We also offer free knitting lessons and supplies.

Ask a question, let us know you'd like to learn, or join our Discord by sending a quick email to: shelli.martineau@gmail.com

TL;DR


Who: Everyone
When: Tuesdays, 6pm-8pm




Suggested Donation: $3/month through Meetup (free membership is available too. Just ask!).
Bring: Your current project. A snack and NA drink.
Accessibility: Our venue is wheelchair accessible. There are no steps to get into the space and there is a gender neutral restroom that is ADA accessible. We do not require masks. Chairs have no armrests and can accommodate larger bodies.

When we meet at BaseCamp/Gearhouse: It's sometimes hard to hear others, and it can be a little sensory-overwhelming. The venue is cashless (bring a card if you'd like to order food/drink). The venue serves coffee, tea, light snacks, beer, and wine.

Contact us if you need help with accommodations or have any questions.

Help Keep Our Meetings Safe: Be Excellent to Each Other

This group exists so people can relax, make things with their hands, and spend time with other humans. We ask that all members agree to the following:

Be kind.
This is an inclusive space open to people of all ages, genders, races, orientations, & skill levels. Treat each other with respect and assume good intentions.

Consent matters, even with yarn.
Ask before offering critique, jumping in to help, or taking someone’s project out of their hands. Some people want advice. Some people just want to vent.

No gatekeeping.
Fiber arts are art. Art is subjective. There is no single “right way." Share techniques, tips, & experience, but don’t be dogmatic.

Encourage curiosity.
Everyone starts somewhere. If someone asks a basic question, help them out or point them in the right direction.

Respect people’s space and access needs.
If you need help or accommodations, contact Shelli shelli.martineau@gmail.com

Unraveling happens.
Projects, stitches, and conversations can go sideways. Be patient with each other.