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This is knot your typical learning institution! Come unravel and unwind!
November 6 - 9, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Uniontown
555 Synergy Drive
Uniontown, PA 15401
This is knot your typical learning institution! Come unravel and unwind!
November 6 - 9, 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Uniontown
555 Synergy Drive
Uniontown, PA 15401
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Please join me for a weekend of learning, laughing and socializing at the beautiful Hilton Garden Inn Uniontown. The dates for this session are November 6 through November 9, 2025. Check in will begin on Thursday, November 6 at 4PM. Check out will be Sunday, November 9 before 11AM.
When not in class, take advantage of the indoor pool and hot tub, explore the shops in town, go for a drive in the beautiful Laurel Highlands, or just pick a cozy spot in the hotel and knit by the fireplace.
Our featured professor for this session will be Safiyyah Talley (aka Drunk Knitter). She's the host of the True Crime & Knit podcast, author and pattern designer. She'll be guiding you through (3) three-hour class sessions:
When not in class, take advantage of the indoor pool and hot tub, explore the shops in town, go for a drive in the beautiful Laurel Highlands, or just pick a cozy spot in the hotel and knit by the fireplace.
Our featured professor for this session will be Safiyyah Talley (aka Drunk Knitter). She's the host of the True Crime & Knit podcast, author and pattern designer. She'll be guiding you through (3) three-hour class sessions:
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Sweater Hacks
There’s nothing worse than finishing a sweater and not liking the fit. And I’m sure a lot of us have been there! In this class I created several tried and true sweater hacks that you can plug into any sweater pattern. Though these no fuss techniques require little math and time, they make a huge difference in sweater fit.
- No materials are required for this class.
The Cowlette Class: A Quick and Easy Knit for Everyone
Let me introduce you to my latest obsession, cowlettes! Cowlettes are shawlettes that are knit in the round to create a unique accessory that can be worn and enjoyed by everyone. In the winter time, they can be used as a warm layer, or you can knit a lighter version to be draped over a summer outfit. In this class, we will cover how to knit and customize our own cowlette using my handy dandy Cowlette Workbook. If desired, you can even cast on in class!
Students should bring the following materials to class:
- One Cowlette kit - these will be available for purchase at the retreat with a copy of the pattern Safiyyah is designing for the event!
- US 6 circular needle in 16" & 24" lengths
- Four Stitch Markers
Knit 2 Socks in 1
Knit 2 Socks in 1 is a two at the time sock method in which you knit one long sock that you could then cut in half to create two socks. What makes this method foolproof is that lifelines (lengths of scrap yarn used to hold stitches in place) are inserted as you knit, allowing you to cut into your knitting with confidence. The socks are finished off with a peasant heel, which is an afterthought heel that uses lifelines to simplify the process. The peasant heel also doubles as the toe! The combination of these techniques creates an approachable way to knit two socks at a time!
Students should bring the following materials to class:
- One 100g skein of yarn in your desired weight. Choose the weight that you are most familiar with working with.
- Needles for working small circumferences such as 9" circulars, double pointed needles, flexi flips, or a long circular needle for magic loop. If using sock yarn, use the ball band as a guide for choosing your needle size. For all thicker weights, choose a needle size that is one to two whole US sizes smaller than what the ball band suggests.
- Removable stitch marker
- Scrap yarn for holding stitches
- Tapestry Needle
- Snips
There’s nothing worse than finishing a sweater and not liking the fit. And I’m sure a lot of us have been there! In this class I created several tried and true sweater hacks that you can plug into any sweater pattern. Though these no fuss techniques require little math and time, they make a huge difference in sweater fit.
- No materials are required for this class.
The Cowlette Class: A Quick and Easy Knit for Everyone
Let me introduce you to my latest obsession, cowlettes! Cowlettes are shawlettes that are knit in the round to create a unique accessory that can be worn and enjoyed by everyone. In the winter time, they can be used as a warm layer, or you can knit a lighter version to be draped over a summer outfit. In this class, we will cover how to knit and customize our own cowlette using my handy dandy Cowlette Workbook. If desired, you can even cast on in class!
Students should bring the following materials to class:
- One Cowlette kit - these will be available for purchase at the retreat with a copy of the pattern Safiyyah is designing for the event!
- US 6 circular needle in 16" & 24" lengths
- Four Stitch Markers
Knit 2 Socks in 1
Knit 2 Socks in 1 is a two at the time sock method in which you knit one long sock that you could then cut in half to create two socks. What makes this method foolproof is that lifelines (lengths of scrap yarn used to hold stitches in place) are inserted as you knit, allowing you to cut into your knitting with confidence. The socks are finished off with a peasant heel, which is an afterthought heel that uses lifelines to simplify the process. The peasant heel also doubles as the toe! The combination of these techniques creates an approachable way to knit two socks at a time!
Students should bring the following materials to class:
- One 100g skein of yarn in your desired weight. Choose the weight that you are most familiar with working with.
- Needles for working small circumferences such as 9" circulars, double pointed needles, flexi flips, or a long circular needle for magic loop. If using sock yarn, use the ball band as a guide for choosing your needle size. For all thicker weights, choose a needle size that is one to two whole US sizes smaller than what the ball band suggests.
- Removable stitch marker
- Scrap yarn for holding stitches
- Tapestry Needle
- Snips
There are only 30 spots available for this retreat session!
The price includes:
All dinners are on your own. The hotel does have a restaurant on-site, and there are lots of nearby restaurants as well. A list of those restaurants will be provided at check-in.
Special diets can be easily accommodated. Please let us know on your application.
The price includes:
- Your hotel room plus all taxes, fees and gratuities
- Breakfast and lunch on Friday
- Breakfast and lunch on Saturday
- All 3 class sessions - Sweater Hacks, The Cowlette Class, and Knit 2 Socks in 1
- A Youghiogheny Yarns trunk show with an exclusive event colorway
- A book signing event with Safiyyah for retreaters ONLY
- All evening activities and mini sessions
All dinners are on your own. The hotel does have a restaurant on-site, and there are lots of nearby restaurants as well. A list of those restaurants will be provided at check-in.
Special diets can be easily accommodated. Please let us know on your application.
Pricing:
All prices include a non-refundable $250 booking fee.
If you are sharing your accommodations, you will need to have your roommate purchase separately. Make sure to add the information about your party (roommate names and any dietary restrictions) in the appropriate fields on the retreat application form. Your application WILL NOT be approved until all members of your party have completed the application!
We do not match roommates and only accept multiple room occupants with prior notification and arrangements.
If spaces sell out, you can request to be added to a waitlist. In the event a spot opens up, you will be notified.
In 48 to 72 hours, you will receive notice of acceptance or waitlist status. Once accepted, your first payment for half of your fee, which will include your booking fee, is due within 24 hours. There will also be an option to pay in full. Failure to pay will result in your application being moved to the waiting list. Your final payment for the remaining balance will be due by August 4. Failure to pay balances will result in cancelation of your registration. You will receive an invoice for each payment. Please make sure we have the correct email address associated with your booking.
A credit card will be required at check in for any room incidentals.
There are only 30 spots available for this session!
All prices include a non-refundable $250 booking fee.
- Single Retreater in a room: $1,025.00 per person
- Two Retreaters sharing: $725.00 per person
- Three Retreaters sharing: $625.00 per person
- Four Retreaters sharing: $575.00 per person
- One Retreater + Partner or non-knitting Guest: $1,300.00 per couple
If you are sharing your accommodations, you will need to have your roommate purchase separately. Make sure to add the information about your party (roommate names and any dietary restrictions) in the appropriate fields on the retreat application form. Your application WILL NOT be approved until all members of your party have completed the application!
We do not match roommates and only accept multiple room occupants with prior notification and arrangements.
If spaces sell out, you can request to be added to a waitlist. In the event a spot opens up, you will be notified.
In 48 to 72 hours, you will receive notice of acceptance or waitlist status. Once accepted, your first payment for half of your fee, which will include your booking fee, is due within 24 hours. There will also be an option to pay in full. Failure to pay will result in your application being moved to the waiting list. Your final payment for the remaining balance will be due by August 4. Failure to pay balances will result in cancelation of your registration. You will receive an invoice for each payment. Please make sure we have the correct email address associated with your booking.
A credit card will be required at check in for any room incidentals.
There are only 30 spots available for this session!
Can I participate in the retreat and not stay at your venue?
No. We ask that all participants stay at the venue for the duration of the retreat. It's impossible to enjoy the retreat experience without full participation.
Refund and cancellation policy:
We recognize that everyone has health or family emergencies and may have to cancel their participation for the retreat. But the new reality in the hospitality industry is that most retreat venues and hotels require a firm rooming list and full payment for all rooms and meals prior to an event for meal planning and staff scheduling. If you cancel before August 4, 2025, and you paid in full, you will receive a full refund minus the $250 booking fee. No refund will be given after September 4, 2025 unless your space can be filled. If your space can be filled, then you will receive a full refund minus the $250 booking fee.
Retreat COVID-19 Policy
To ensure the health, safety and comfort of our retreaters, we ask that retreat attendees not attend if they feel sick and strongly recommend testing for COVID-19 one day prior to traveling. We will have some masks on hand, but ask that attendees bring their own well-fitting surgical, KN95 or N95 masks if they prefer to wear one when in close proximity to others.
Please note that these recommendations may be subject to change based on local/national regulations or recommendations at the time of the event.
No. We ask that all participants stay at the venue for the duration of the retreat. It's impossible to enjoy the retreat experience without full participation.
Refund and cancellation policy:
We recognize that everyone has health or family emergencies and may have to cancel their participation for the retreat. But the new reality in the hospitality industry is that most retreat venues and hotels require a firm rooming list and full payment for all rooms and meals prior to an event for meal planning and staff scheduling. If you cancel before August 4, 2025, and you paid in full, you will receive a full refund minus the $250 booking fee. No refund will be given after September 4, 2025 unless your space can be filled. If your space can be filled, then you will receive a full refund minus the $250 booking fee.
Retreat COVID-19 Policy
To ensure the health, safety and comfort of our retreaters, we ask that retreat attendees not attend if they feel sick and strongly recommend testing for COVID-19 one day prior to traveling. We will have some masks on hand, but ask that attendees bring their own well-fitting surgical, KN95 or N95 masks if they prefer to wear one when in close proximity to others.
Please note that these recommendations may be subject to change based on local/national regulations or recommendations at the time of the event.