DECEMBER 2023

We love any kind of party at Silver Threads & Golden Needles, and it is time for a Holiday party!


Here is what we love about parties at STGN:

  1. We get to see our wonderful customers, who are more like family to us, and spend extended time visiting together.
  2. We get to listen to music and maybe even play a game or two.
  3. We get to eat lots of delicious snacks.
  4. We get to do something with fiber and other crafts.


What could be better than that?


This year, our Christmas present to you is a "Make & Take" party. On December 9th, from 10:30am to 12:30ish, we are going to have two hours of festivities. We'll have four different holiday crafts for you to make and take home. You will be able to finish each craft while you are at the shop.


Here's what you need to bring: YOURSELF! That's it! You do not have to bring or purchase any materials and there is no cost for any instruction. Just come and enjoy being with friends, have some food, and enjoy the fun.

Lykke Colours

Interchangeable Needles


Did you know that Lykke is the Norwegian word for “happiness?” These new Lykke needles just make us happy when we look at them. They are the same great quality of other Lykke needles and come in two sizes of needles – 5 inch and 3 inch. We also have the new Naturale sets. Both would make a great present to yourself or another knitter in your life. 

Cable Locks are back!


Our new favorite needle stoppers are back, and we have several different sizes. Stocking stuffer, anyone?

New Yarn!


Prestige yarn is from the Lana Gatto luxury collection. It is made of 100% cashmere. This yarn is perfect for those hand knit projects for someone special or just for you!


Tension 24-26 sts and 32 rows measured over 10cm stockinette 82 yds, 25g ball 

New knitted and crocheted items in the shop


1.      Heidrun (red shawl) – knit by Charles Gandy using Usun yarn by Mirasol

2.      Ube (picture of shawl with top hat) crocheted by Linda Davis. She used Brighton Beach, from Knitting Fever & Euro Yarns.

3.      Mystery Hat (hat picture) – knit by Amy with Mystery by Wool Addicts.

DECEMBER Classes


We know December is a busy time for finishing up those Christmas projects, so check out our December Class List to see some quick holiday gifts you could make. Examples for some gift ideas would be the Snow Matter What MKAL, the Spiced Cocoa fingerless mitts, any of the National Parks Hats, and the Bobbiny Bowl class. 

PROJECT CLASS

  • Every Wednesday
  • Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm
  • Bring whatever project you are working on and get help and moral support
  • Instructor: Carol Martin
  • Class Fee: $10.00
  • Click here for more details


ALL THINGS "GNOME" - Join the December Gnome Knit-along

  • Friday, December 1st
  • Time: 2:00 - 4:00pm
  • Join Nals, Venn and Amy for “All Things GNOME” as we start the new mystery Gnome KAL, “Snow Matter What”. If a Mystery KAL is not your thing, then pick any other of Sara Schira’s (Imagined Landscapes) to find a cute gnome pattern to knit.
  • Materials Needed: Four colors of fingering weight yarn (we have lots of minis – perfect for these projects!), Size US 1, 1.5 or 2 needles, DPN”s or Magic Loop and your sense of humor. It is going to be a lot fun.
  • Instructor: Amy Murphy
  • Class Fee: $10.00 (includes pattern, instruction, and stuffing for your gnome)
  • Click Here for More Details


 “Knitting the National Parks” Hat CLASS – SAGUARO HAT (this is the final hat of the National Parks series)

  • Saturday, December 2nd
  • Time: 2:00 - 4:00pm
  • Materials needed: One Saguaro Hat kit, US 5 and 7 circular knitting needles, 16-inch cable
  • Instructor:  Charles Gandy
  • Class Fee: Free with the purchase of the $30.00 Saguaro hat kit. 
  • Click here for more details

 “SPICED COCOA” FINGERLESS MITTENS CLASS

  • Friday, December 8th
  • Time: 2:00 – 4:00pm
  • Materials: any worsted weight yarn (we used Saxony from Juniper Moon), knitting needles US 6
  • Instructor:  Barb Carroll
  • Class Fee: $25.00
  • Click here for more details

 MAKE & TAKE HOLIDAY CRAFTS CLASS

  • Saturday, December 9th
  • Time: 10:30am – 1:30pm
  • Come and spend the morning with us and make four different holiday crafts. Holiday refreshments will be served.
  • Instructors: STGN staff
  • Class Fee: FREE!
  • Click here for more details


 FIXING MISTAKES CLASS

  • Tuesday, December 12th 
  • Time: 2:00 – 3:30pm
  • Learn how to fix five common mistakes in knitting
  • Skill or knowledge needed: How to knit and purl
  • Instructor:  Karen Edfeldt
  • Class Fee: $25.00  
  • Click here for more details


KNIT COMPANION CLASS, part two

  • Thursday, December 15th
  • Time: 2:00 – 4:00pm
  • Join Barb Carroll as she takes you deeper into Knit Companion using this amazing tool for knitters and crocheters.
  • Materials: laptop or tablet - You will need to download the Knit Companion app prior to class. You will also need to purchase the paid version for this class.
  • Instructor:  Barb Carroll
  • Class Fee: $25.00
  • Click here for more details


BOBBINY BOWL CLASS

  • Saturday, December 16th 
  • Time: 2:00-4:00pm
  • Materials Needed: one 9mm Jumbo size Bobbiny Cotton Cord, 16mm crochet hook.
  • Instructor:  Amy Murphy
  • Class Fee: $25.00 
  • Click here for more details


Don’t see a class that helps you with some gift ideas? Give us a call at 828-349-0515 and we’ll help you come up with some quick ideas to make. 

Need help with a project? Dropped a stitch or having problems with a complicated lace project? We can help with that. Here is our store policy on helping customers:

  • If you have a knitted or crocheted problem that will only take 15 minutes or less, please call first to make sure one our staff members can help. It is not always possible for us to help on a drop-in basis.
  • If your knitting or crochet problem will take more than 15 minutes, please call us at 828-349-0515 to make an appointment with one of us.


Appointments/lessons can be booked for $25.00 an hour. 

We will be shutting down our online store for the next several months in order to make needed improvements and enhancements to serve you better in the future. Thank you for your understanding and patience.


We will be glad to take any orders over the phone (828-349-0515) and ship the product to you.

STGN Shop Info

  • Store hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-5pm
  • Our email is franklinncyarn@yahoo.com
  • Check out our website at www.silverthreadsyarn
  • Give us a call at 828-349-0515


We can't wait to help you!!

Virginia, Amy, Karen

Charles, Mia, Karen, JoAnn, Kim & Barb

Silver Threads & Golden Needles
Located at 41 East Main Street in Historic Downtown Franklin, NC 28734
828-349-0515
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