Thanks for your interest! Join us at one of our 4 sessions on Workshop Weekend!
Friday, Sept. 27th Evening Session (6:00-8:00pm)
Saturday, Sept 28th Morning (9:00-11:00am)
Saturday, Sept 28th Afternoon (12:30-2:30pm)
Spaces fill quickly so register today. Bring a friend, bring a group. Registration required, no walk-ins.
FAQ:
Should I sign up early? YES! For the past two years, our workshops have filled to capacity causing many to be waitlisted or turned away. We usually are full about a month before the event.
Can I sign up with friends? YES! It's encouraged even! Participants are paired up to complete a wig. So grab your buddy, make a reservation and work together!
Are groups allowed? Yes. Bring your scout troop, church groups, nursing buddies or your knitting circle. In order to make sure everyone can attend that wishes to, we kindly ask you limit your group size to 5. Depending on age, we ask for at least one adult per 4 children. If you have a special circumstance or need for your group, please email us and we'll do our best to accomodate your group.
Can I make changes to my session reservation? Yes. Life happens and if you find you need to adjust your session time, number attending or reservation in general, we can do that. However, we'd like all who wish to participate to be able to do so. We ask you kindly let us know at least a week before the event by emailing us at magicyarnbayarea@gmail.com.
Can children participate? We love kids! Children age 8 and up are invited to participate with an adult. We kindly request littles under 8 to hang at home and join us when they've turned 8. Kids can support at home in other ways--cutting yarn, gluing flowers, etc. Check out www.magicyarnproject.com for opportunities. Wig workshops are for the older kids!
How long should I plan on being at the event? It takes about 1 1/2 to 2 hours to create and package a wig from start to finish. Please plan on staying for that duration, we cannot have half finished wigs.
Can I realistically create a wig if I don't have any crafting or crocheting experience? YES! The beanies are already created upon arrival to the workshop. You will simply be stringing yarn onto the beanie, adding accessories (flowers, ribbons) etc. We have professional "magic makers" on hand to help with the styling. If you can string or tie yarn, you're in!
How many wigs do you make at your workshop? Our goal is 200! 2023 we met that goal-- we're hoping to surpass it this year!
Is there a cost? NOPE! This event is FREE to the public. It is made possible by donations, preparations and efforts throughout the year by JustServe, Magic Yarn Project and local congregations of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Can I help in other ways besides attending the workshop? YES! The Magic Yarn Project is a worldwide organization that constantly needs volunteers and helpers to cut yarn, bedazzle flowers, create envelopes, knit beanies, etc. Visit www.magicyarnproject.com to find other ways you, your business, family or group can get involved.
