Knitted Beaded Bracelet Workshops

Due to the enthusiastic response we have added 2 more Knitted Beaded Bracelet Workshops.

Friday July 9th 1PM - 3PM and Saturday July 17th 2PM - 4PM

Cost - $60.00 - includes materials

 Summer Classes

Is this the summer to learn new knitting skills? Black Sheep Knitting has the answer!

Our classes will continue throughout the summer. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced knitter our classes can accommodate your needs! In addition, all class participants enjoy a 10% discount on their yarn purchases for the duration of the class. We have openings in morning and evening classes. Please call the shop for more information. We look forward to knitting with you!

Come Celebrate Summer at Black Sheep Knitting!
It’s finally looking like summer may be on its way!  Flowers are blooming all around Needham and spring and summer yarns are blooming at Black Sheep!  Knitting is no longer just a winter pastime.  Come get inspired with projects for the summer season.  An airy summer wrap?  A sweet little cardigan for evening strolls?  A cotton tank top to throw on with your favorite pair of jeans?  How about a knit mesh bag to take with you to the farmers market?
Think about cottons, linen blends, silks, bamboo and all of the other beautiful summer fibers.  Sound tempting?  Wait until you see the lovely palette of spring and summer colors waiting for you here at Black Sheep!

If you’re going on vacation, please feel free to come in with any of your knitting questions beforehand so you don’t get stuck while you’re away!  As always, we will be delighted to help you.

Our classes will continue through the summer.    Please call or come in and check with us for availability.

Name That Sheep!
We have a new mascot in our window and he or she needs a name!  Come throw your ideas in the hat and whoever comes up with the winning moniker will win a $25 gift certificate!

Why Knit???
Beyond being a fulfilling life-long hobby, knitting can improve your health. Knitting has been shown to have the following health benefits:
Reduces high blood pressure – when people knit the heart rate can drop up to 11 beats a minute
Rhythmic repetitive action helps relieve stress & manage pain
Develops hand-eye coordination in children and adults
Can help keep arthritic hand joints limber
Provides a workout for your brain and can possibly reduce the risk for Alzheimer's disease
Can increase self-esteem
Can aid in recovery from surgery or illness by keeping the patient
relaxed and restful
Knitting is portable – you can take it anywhere

Knitting has been compared to yoga, for its ability to induce a relaxed meditative state. It is rhythmic and calming. Watching a beautiful yarn become something new is gratifying. Feeling a soft warm fiber in your hands is comforting. Your mind becomes calm and you can think clearly, creatively.  Knitting can also improve self-esteem. Creating something beautiful, no matter how simple makes you feel good about yourself. It is a creative outlet that can be learned rather quickly. Knowing just the basics will enable the knitter to make something useful and lovely.  There is always more to learn, even for the advanced knitter. There is always a new project that will prove to be more challenging than the last.  Our lives are so busy. Knitting can be your time out. Time for You. It is also portable so you can knit at the soccer field or baseball field, at the airport or in front of the TV.  If you are young or old, an experienced knitter, or if you have never picked up knitting needles, come into our store. We will be happy to take the time to help you get started. Knitters are known for being friendly people and are happy to talk shop all day long!!