March 2025 POMs
Makers Lodge Project of the Month for March 2025
Hats
Small Bags
Prize: $25 Makers Lodge Gift Card
Yarn POM
Following the theme of experimenting with new techniques and getting comfortable with new skills, this month we will be learning fantastic techniques with hats! We’ve got 2 techniques in store for you this month: brioche knitting or a right twist stitch. Hats are an excellent opportunity to learn new skills given their usually simple construction and smaller size. We’ve chosen 2 brioche patterns, each with a different yarn weight and different construction/style. Brioche knitting can be challenging to learn, but the payoff is worth it. Due to this, we would recommend the brioche patterns to an intermediate level knitter. If you are an advanced or adventurous beginner, we would recommend the super bulky right twist stitch hat as a perfect place to start exploring new stitches and techniques, while still looking fabulous and cozy.
Harlow (brioche knitting):
This brioche hat is perfect for learning brioche. Using 2 colour brioche techniques makes it easier for the knitter to identify which row they are on. This beanie has a simple construction as well, allowing knitters to focus on perfecting their brioche stitches. This hat is knit using fingering weight yarn.
Majorna (brioche knitting):
This brioche hat features a triple brim, providing the wearer with extra warmth on those chilly days. With a more complex construction along with a single colour brioche stitch, this pattern is suitable for confident intermediate knitters and beyond. The simplistic, fitted look of this hat is trendy and functional, and lends itself perfectly to colourblocking. Worked in a DK weight yarn, this hat knits up in no time – even with the triple brim!
This pattern can be easily adjusted to 2 colour brioche by simply alternating colours each row of the brioche stitch pattern. Keep in mind that if you choose to make this change, you should use your main colour on the knit row of the brioche.
Above: We highly recommend Mode at Rowan in Alpaca Wool held with Alpaca Haze for this project. Katherine used Alpaca Wool in Olive and Alpaca Haze in Khaki held together (brim), and Alpaca Wool in Walnut and Alpaca Haze in Cocoa held together (top).
Above: Katherine also made a Majorna hat using Lily and Pine Aspen Worsted in Concrete Jungle (brim) and Sand Dollar (top).
Gales of November (super bulky right twist stitch):
This pattern works up super quickly – that’s the beauty of super bulky yarn! The right twist stitch used throughout this hat gives the illusion of a much more complex knit. The right twist stitch builds off of skills that beginner knitters already have, making this an easy stitch to learn and perfect. Cozy and quick, this hat is perfect in every way. Add a pompom for even more floof and coziness!
This pattern is written for super bulky (6) weight yarn, but can be modified for a light super bulky yarn.
Above: Mel used Manos del Uruguay Franca in Camelot.
Sewing POM
We love a unique accessory, and there’s no better way to accomplish this than to make your very own! This pattern features an interesting construction and a curved gusset, but is suitable for confident or adventurous beginners.
This pouch pattern has excellent options for customizing – colourblock, add some embroidery, and make it with your choice of pocket and strap options. These bags are aesthetically pleasing, functional, and a joy to make!
If you fall in love with this, don’t worry! You can complete your set with the accompanying tote pattern, and be the envy of all your friends and relations!
Above: Uncorked – Cork (left) with Elegance – Etherial Stars (right)
Above: Fairy Edith – Pixie Wreaths Blue (left) with Bliss – Sparkle Roses (right)
Above: Woven Viscose Linen Solids – Off White (left) with Camp Woodland – Moths (right)
Above: Katia 3D Mesh – Fuchsia (left) with Katia PVC Translucent – Fuchsia (right)
If you’re looking to add some embroidery to your pouch, we highly recommend either our Ramie Linen or Woven Viscose Linen Solids for this part. Both are a treat to work with and there is a variety of colours in stock to choose from.
Pattern Recommendations
Remember: you can always choose any pattern you wish for the POMs, so long as it falls into the same category we are making that month.
Supplies
Yarn Recommendations:
Harlow (Fingering Weight)
Majorna (DK or Light Worsted Weight)
- Mode at Rowan – Alpaca Wool held double with Mode at Rowan – Alpaca Haze
- Lily and Pine – Aspen Worsted
Additional Resources
For those looking for a more extensive look at brioche knitting, we highly recommend the book Brioche Knitting Workshop by Lavanya Patricella. This book includes an excellent explanation of key brioche stitches, along with 15 patterns to get you started on perfecting your new skill! Get your copy in store or find it on our website here.
POM Workshop Times
All Tuesday and Friday evening Sit & Stitch times and Saturday daytime Sit & Stitch times can be used to work on POMs around the community table.
We will have 2 dedicated POM Workshop times in March, where a designated member will be available to answer your questions and provide guided support related to this month’s POMs. A $5 drop-in fee does apply, payable in person or online. You may book in advance here , but no booking is required prior to yarn POM Workshop times.
Saturday March 8th @ 1:00pm – 3:00pm – Bulky Hats with Cozy Cochon
Tuesday March 18th @ 5:30pm – 9:00pm – Brioche Hats
Pre-register a seat at our March workshop and receive guided support in working through the bag POM. Book in advance on our website here.
Saturday March 22nd @ 1:30pm – 4:00pm
In addition to this month’s sewing POM workshop, Karrie from Skipped Stitches will be in studio to teach a Waxed Canvas Water Bottle Bag class! We are so excited for this class! Bonus – it’s a wonderful complementary class to this month’s POM. Try your hand at either type of bag, or both.
Entries to the POM Prize
Regardless of which POM you choose to participate in (or both!), make sure you remember to post your project to social media and tag us for a chance to win! All posts that meet the criteria will be entered for a chance to win the POM prize.
Criteria:
1) Materials for the POM must be purchased from Makers Lodge to qualify (notions and tools are exempted).
2) Each post must tag Makers Lodge appropriately (Facebook: tag Makers Lodge; Instagram: tag @makerslodgecp AND tag us in your photo; for both, use hashtags #makerslodgecp #makerslodgepom). You may also enter by posting to the Makers Lodge: Virtual Makespace group on Facebook.
3) Posts must be made by April 5th, 2025.
4) Prize and contest are in no way affiliated with Facebook or Instagram.