La Bien Aimée 10 year Anniversary Pop-Up Shop: May 13 to 24, 2025 27 Passage Choiseul 75002 Paris
The La Bien Aimée Pop-Up shop is coming back to celebrate our 10 year anniversary! We will be open from May 13 to 24, 2025 at 27 Passage Choiseul, in the heart of Paris. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 11am to 7pm. Open exceptionally on Monday, May 19 from 11am to 7pm. Closed on Sundays
EVENTS AT THE POP-UP Friday, May 16: Meet Marianne Munier We are so excited to welcome the incredibly talented Marianne Munier to the La Bien Aimée Pop-up! Marianne is known for her elegant and modern knitwear designs, and she’ll be spending the morning with us for a special trunk show featuring her beautiful samples.
Friday, May 16 from 5 to 6.30pm: Table Ronde with Nadia Crétin-Léchenne Join us for an intimate round table discussion as we celebrate 10 years of collaboration between knitwear designer Nadia Crétin-Léchenne and La Bien Aimée founder Aimée Gille. Over the past decade, Nadia has created stunning designs using La Bien Aimée yarns, including her much-loved birthday shawls. Book a ticket here
Saturday, May 17 Mosaic Embroidery Class with Tomomi Mimura We are beyond thrilled to welcome Tomomi Mimura, the talented Japanese embroidery artist, to the La Bien Aimée Pop-up for a very special workshop! During this exclusive class, you’ll learn Tomomi’s unique Mosaic Embroidery technique, adding charming embroidered details to a knitted swatch or accessory. Book a ticket here
Saturday, May 17 Meet Jonna Helin Jonna Helin, CEO and co-founder of Laine Magazine, will also be here on the Saturday, hanging out at the shop with us, helping you with yarn advice for her amazing designs. This is an amazing chance to meet one of the most inspiring author / designer / publisher in the industry.
23-24 May 2025 Inspiration Station: Discover the Art of Weaving & Woven Knitting For two days, we are transforming the Inspiration Station into a space fully dedicated to the art of weaving with yarn! This immersive experience will feature a live weaving demonstration by master weaver Mathieu Le Traon and a special showcase by knitting legend Nancy Marchant, who will introduce her groundbreaking technique of woven knitting.
Nancy Marchant – This brilliant knitwear designer has spent years developing new knitting techniques that mimic the intricate beauty of weaving. Nancy Marchant will present her incredible samples and explain the process behind her innovative approach to woven knitting. Get ready to be amazed!
Mathieu Le Traon – A dedicated textile artist, Mathieu believes that textiles hold deep emotions and that the act of weaving infuses fabric with a unique energy. He will be demonstrating his craft live, creating beautiful tweed patterns using La Bien Aimée yarns, inspired by Paris. His work is designed for all levels of weavers, from complete beginners to experienced artisans.
Book a ticket here Inspiration Station: Discover the Art of Weaving & Woven Knitting 23-24 May 2025 Inspiration Station – 77 Passage Choiseul, 75002 Paris Free - Booking required
The pop-up space is located in one of Paris’ most beautiful and historic covered passages: Passage Choiseul. At the heart of Paris' Japanese district, the passage and streets surrounding it are full of charming cafés and delicious restaurants. Needless to say, there are countless amazing food options to choose from. It is also within walking distance of many of Paris’ most famous landmarks: the Opéra Garnier, the Palais Royal, the Louvre museum, place Vendôme and rue Saint- Honoré… The closest métro station is Pyramides on lines 7 and 14.
Were you waiting for the perfect excuse to plan a trip to Paris? This is it! We promise you will have a unique experience. Enjoy a café at a terrasse, go for a walk in the Jardin des Tuileries, and come by the shop to try on some samples and get lots of knitting inspiration! La Bien Aimée Pop-Up: 27 Passage Choiseul, 75002 Paris