Amy Snell – Workshop 2: Secrets of Splicing: Up Your Ends Game

Secrets of Splicing: Up Your Ends Game

When joining new yarn, the ideal splice is smooth, strong, and nearly invisible. We’ll practice spit splicing, the Russian join, and many other ways to start a new ball of yarn, including special options for color work. We’ll talk about the pros and cons of each, plus better ways to weave in ends when you can’t or shouldn’t splice.

Format: Lecture and hands-on learning

Length of class: 3 hours

Level of experience: This class is appropriate for knitters at many levels. Knitters should know how to cast on, bind off, knit, and purl.

Supplies for Class:

• 20 yards of smooth worsted weight (preferably non-superwash wool) in two light colors
• Needles suitable for working with worsted yarn (typically US #7-9)
• Locking stitch marker or safety pin
• Small cup of water (or access to water)
• Scissors
• Crewel or tapestry needle

Homework:

• With worsted yarn and appropriate needles, cast on 20 stitches and work four rows in stockinette,  knitting flat (knit a row, purl a row, repeat). Leave the yarn attached and do not cut.
• Print class handout (provided in advance) and bring to class. 

Class Size: 25 maximum

Class Fee: $35 for members (paid 2026 Guild membership required at time of registration)

How to Register: 

Complete the Amy Snell Workshop Sign Up Form. 

If space is available, you will receive a confirmation email from Programs which will include your workshop ID and payment instructions. Please note this is not automated – it may take a few days to confirm, so please be patient as your request is processed. If you have questions about your registration, please email Programs@SanDiegoKnitters.com

Or register and pay in-person at a monthly Guild meeting (check or credit card; debit cards not accepted*). All card payments include a small service fee.

* The Square payment device used for in-person payment cannot accept debit cards that require PIN entry. If your debit card does not require a PIN, you may be able to use it (for a small fee) – but we cannot guarantee debit card acceptance for in-person payments.

Reminder: Checks must be made payable to San Diego North Coast Knitters Guild (payee name must be written out in full.) Please write name and date of the workshop on your check.

Cancellation policy: Refund of the workshop fee requires a cancellation notification prior to receipt of the class handout.

Location: Encinitas Community Center, 118, location details below.

Learn more about the February 3, 2026 Guild Meeting and Amy’s presentation here.