Events
Check the Calendar page for a complete schedule of events, classes, and workshops
Yarn Doctor
(for help with your project)
Free Walk-in Clinic
Wednesdays: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Come in and sign up for a free
one-on-one consultation, no appointment required. First come, first served.
Yarn Doc by Appointment
Saturdays: 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Customers may pre-pay ($12.00) for a 30 minute slot with the Yarn Doc.
Times available are: 1:30 PM; 2:00 PM; 2:30 PM; 3:00 PM; 3:30 PM and 4:00 PM.
You are then guaranteed the exact time that you will see the Yarn Doc.
All you need to do is sign up at the front desk or call us at 408-871-9196
to make the appointment. It's as easy as that.
And of course, if our Yarn Doc does not have a pre-scheduled appointment on Saturdays, she will be available for complimentary consultations for walk-ins.
And of course, if our Yarn Doc does not have a pre-scheduled appointment on Saturdays, she will be available for complimentary consultations for walk-ins.
GPY Clubs & Meet-Ups
Note that there is not an instructor charge for knit-/crochet-alongs
however we do ask that you support the shop with
your patronage so we may continue to pay for the knit-along leaders
and our complimentary knit-doc service. Additional details about the
below regular events may be found on the Calendar
page. Please call 408-871-9196 or e-mail us
if you would like additional information or sign-up to participate.
New participants are invited to join at any time.
One Friday each month 7 pm - 9 pm
Join our Charity Crafters group led by Debbie P. to make scarves for the
homeless, Mother Bears, Chemo caps for Knots of Love or Linus Blankets.
Check the Green Planet Yarn calendar for exact dates.
Alternate Sundays, 3:30 - 4:30 pm
The series will not only grow Knitting Skills, but also grow Crocheting Skills.
Participants may choose to make Knitted blocks, Crocheted blocks or both.
Each month we'll pick a different Knitted and Crocheted block to make, exploring new techniques as we go. The Knitted blocks will be chosen from Nicky Epstein's book, Knitting Block by Block. This book contains designs for 150 different blocks, some basic, some classic examples of traditional techniques, and some wildly innovative. The book also includes several ideas for things to make using your squares: afghans are only the beginning!
The Crocheted blocks will be chosen from Renate Kirkpatrick's book Crochet Techniques. Participants will learn how to read written directions and charts while exploring new stitches, colorwork and finishing techniques. What could be next, a crocheted garment like the GPY models, Baby Bomber Jacket or Zippered Hoodie?
This Skill Building Series is led by Chris J. and meets every other week. There is no charge for participation, but we do ask that you buy the materials for your blocks at Green Planet Yarn, including your copy of the requisite book.
Each month we'll pick a different Knitted and Crocheted block to make, exploring new techniques as we go. The Knitted blocks will be chosen from Nicky Epstein's book, Knitting Block by Block. This book contains designs for 150 different blocks, some basic, some classic examples of traditional techniques, and some wildly innovative. The book also includes several ideas for things to make using your squares: afghans are only the beginning!
The Crocheted blocks will be chosen from Renate Kirkpatrick's book Crochet Techniques. Participants will learn how to read written directions and charts while exploring new stitches, colorwork and finishing techniques. What could be next, a crocheted garment like the GPY models, Baby Bomber Jacket or Zippered Hoodie?
This Skill Building Series is led by Chris J. and meets every other week. There is no charge for participation, but we do ask that you buy the materials for your blocks at Green Planet Yarn, including your copy of the requisite book.
Fridays, 6 - 9 pm
While our center table is available anytime for customers to work on their
projects and browse our books and patterns, Friday evenings are special in
downtown Campbell whereby a visitor may enjoy live entertainment
(sometimes right outside GPY), join the popular art walks and take advantage
of other special promotions. Don’t forget we have lots of great restaurants
and boutiques as well. You can see what's happening in downtown Campbell at:
downtowncampbell.com.
Sunday, March 11th, 1:00 to 2:30 PM
Sunday, June 17th, 2:00 to 3:30 PM
Sunday, June 17th, 2:00 to 3:30 PM
Join us and share your latest creations with other yarnees and join a lively discussion
about designers, new fibers and fun blogs to follow. Call or e-mail us to let
us know you’re coming and what light finger-food snack you will bring and GPY
will provide beverages, napkins, plates, etc. You are invited to share any
items recently knitted or crocheted by you with the group, and you will receive
one raffle ticket for each garment made with GPY yarn, and of course not
previously shared. We offer great raffle prizes for the Chinese Style auction
whereby you choose which prizes you want your raffle ticket(s) to go towards.
Raffle prizes won by Show and Tell attendees have included an electric ball winder,
circular bamboo knitting needle set, sweater quantities of yarn won, kits, etc.
There is no charge to participate, however we encourage you to sign up since space
is limited by our classroom size. If you are interested in participating,
e-mail or call 871-9196.
Alternate Fridays, 7:00 pm
Do you love handmade socks? So do we! That's why we've decided to start our
very own sock club. The "All" means we want all knitters and crocheters,
from beginning to advanced sock aficionados. This club will offer great
opportunities to learn from each other and share and exchange ideas, and
interesting conversation.
Every other month we'll feature a special sock yarn and exciting patterns. For knitters, we'll be choosing designs from Ann Budd's new book Sock Knitting Master Class.
Maybe you prefer your sock knitting to be more comfortable, less challenging? We will provide a more accessible version of the knitted sock pattern featuring one or two of the prettiest elements of the original design.
Crocheters, we want you too! For you, we'll be choosing designs from More Crocheted Socks by Janet Rehfeldt and Mary Jane Wood.
Our Socks for All Club meets every two weeks, with Chris J. as your leader. There is no charge for participation, but we ask that you buy the materials for your socks at Green Planet Yarn, including your copy of the book(s), if you don't already have one.
For knitters, we also ask that participants have some previous success with knitting socks, and for crocheters, we ask that participants be comfortable with following written patterns.
Every other month we'll feature a special sock yarn and exciting patterns. For knitters, we'll be choosing designs from Ann Budd's new book Sock Knitting Master Class.
Maybe you prefer your sock knitting to be more comfortable, less challenging? We will provide a more accessible version of the knitted sock pattern featuring one or two of the prettiest elements of the original design.
Crocheters, we want you too! For you, we'll be choosing designs from More Crocheted Socks by Janet Rehfeldt and Mary Jane Wood.
Our Socks for All Club meets every two weeks, with Chris J. as your leader. There is no charge for participation, but we ask that you buy the materials for your socks at Green Planet Yarn, including your copy of the book(s), if you don't already have one.
For knitters, we also ask that participants have some previous success with knitting socks, and for crocheters, we ask that participants be comfortable with following written patterns.