Elgin Knit Works

EKW will close at 2:00 on Friday October 11. Back open Saturday with regular hours.

This sock yarn is so much fun. The nylon helps makes It fabulous for socks, and if you are not a sock knitter it comes with a free pattern for fingerless mitts.

Timeless tweed texture meets velvety softness in aran-weight Millstone Tweed. Dreamy cabled sweaters and cozy textured accessories are just the beginning of what you can make with this versatile yarn! Enjoy 10% off this week.

NIGHTMARE ON CHICAGO STREET
While the actual party is just one day the city takes many days to transform downtown into a post-apoclyptic nightmare. EKW will flee and be closed starting on Wednesday, October 16, returning after the carnage on October 23.

Here’s how it works. We choose the pattern and designate the yarn then provide all the help you need to complete the project.

Join us Fridays and/or Sundays from 10:00 - 1:00. No need to sign up. Just stop in and select your yarn and we will help get you started.

Enjoy 10% off all mohair in the shop
15% off on 3 or more skeins of Aerial
20% off on 5 or more skeins Aerial
SALE THROUGH OCTOBER 10

Enjoy 15% off while supplies last

Learn to knit these fabulous ribbed mitts on two circular needles (that's right, no DPNs). Adventurous knitters can choose to make them two at the same time! The thumb gusset on these mitts is particularly nifty looking.

Knitted in worsted weight and available in two sizes and in two lengths.

2 Sessions = $35 (materials additional)
Wednesday 1:30 - 3:30 10/30, 11/13
Friday 1:30 - 3:30 11/1, 11/15
Saturday 1:30 - 3:30 11/23, 12/7

These slippers are so fun and super fast. Betsy made a pair for herself over the weekend. Choose wool for a warmer slipper that can be slightly felted or go the low maintenance route with a super-wash. Available in 9 sizes you can make them for the entire family, and they make great holiday gifts!

This adorable crochet hippo is bigger than expected and extra cushy for hugging. Join us for a “slow class”. In this format we will work on crocheting a critter over several months.
3 sessions = $45
Thursdays 1:30-3:30
11/14, 12/12, 1/9
Saturdays 1:30-3:30
11/16, 12/14, 1/11
Text 847-440-5022 to reserve a spot

We are thrilled to offer these great crochet kits. All these critters come in kits with everything you need except the hook. Stop in and check them out.

KNITTED WIT.
Two gorgeous colorways in two weights: Fi*****ng & DK

Sale good until August 31, 2024

4 Sessions = $65
Wednesday 1:30-3:30 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9
Saturday 1:30-3:30 10/5, 10/26, 11/2 11/16

4 Sessions = $65
Saturday 10:30-12:30 10/5, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9
Thursday 10:30-12:30 10/10, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14

3 Sessions = $55
(short sleeves or sleeves on your own)
Friday at 1:30-3:30; dates: 9/6, 9/20, 10/4
Sleeves = Additional session $15 on Friday 10/25

This trendy accessory works overtime as a kerchief that works for the head or the neck. Worked up in classic granny squares, it will give a pop of color to any outfit. There is enough yarn to Work up a few with the same colors in different orders.

2 Sessions = $40
Must be comfortable making chain and single crochet.
Wednesdays 1:30-3:30 9/4, 9/11
Saturdays 1:30-3:30 9/7, 9/21

If cables have been on your bucket list for the fall, this is your class. Knitters will learn two types of cables while making this fun cowl.
There is a small amount of homework for this class. 1 Session = $25
Friday 1:30-3:30 8/30
Saturday 1:30-3:30 8/31
Thursday 10:30-12:30 9/19
[email protected]
-or-
TEXT us @ (847) 440-5022

Miranda is a cute and versatile sweater with a simple but beautiful crossed stitch panel at the front. Just perfect for fall. You can make Miranda with short or long sleeves, you can add a hood and a pocket… or not! You choose, it’s all up to you :-)
5 Sessions = $65
Saturdays 10:30-12:30 8/24, 8/31, 9/7/, 9/21, 9/28
Thursdays 10:30-12:30 8/29, 9/5, 9/12 , 9/26, 10/3

[email protected]
-or-
TEXT us @ (847) 440-5022

This beautiful scarf knitted in Awa which is made up of Alpaca, Merino & cotton. It is the exact fiber you want for those chilly air conditioned places or chilly fall evenings.

The luxurious silk of Malabrigo silky merino makes this basic scarf feel fancy. One skein makes a kerchief two a scarf.

It seems to be all things granny this season. Make this cute bandana with just a few grannies.