It’s the third Monday of the month and Sock Club is still going strong. Join us tonight at 5:30pm to find out what the first sock of 2009 is.
We’ll give you a hint, it’s very popular and works well with hand-painted, multi-colored yarns.
Jan
19
Learn basic mitten construction while you knit these warm, colorful mittens. You’ll love how easy and fun these are to do and how warm they keep your hands.
You can choose to knit these great mittens either flat or in the round, depending on your skill level. Knit them all in one color, a self-striping yarn (shown), or add your own stripes. It’s up to you!
Class Details
- Teacher: R. Stephens
- Meetings: 3
- Date(s): January 24th, 31st, & February 7th
- Time(s): 12:00pm – 1:00pm
- Cost: $45.00
Jan
18
As a continuation of the Knitting Level I class, you will continue to hone your skills as you advance to a new level and work with new yarns. You will learn to follow pattern directions and a create a lovely hat, just in time for the cold weather.
Knit this soft and wonderful hat in one skein of Plymouth Baby Alpaca Grande. Dress it up with a simple flower as shown, or add your own finishing touches.
Sample knit by Karen
Class Details
- Teacher: K. Henry
- Meetings: 3
- Date(s): February 17th, 24th, & March 3rd
- Time(s): 5:30pm – 7:00pm
- Cost: $45.00
Jan
17
Have you ever wanted to bead your knitting, but never had the courage? Don’t spend hours stringing beads onto your yarn! Come learn to bead your knits the smart and easy way. Knit this fantastic hat and gain the knowledge to bead any knitting that comes your way.
Odessa, originally published in the now defunct MagKnits, is from famed designer Grumperina. This hat is fairly simple to execute, with stunning results! Knit it with contrasting or complimentary beads in your favorite DK weight yarn.
Bonus: This hat takes less than one skein of yarn when knit in RYC Cashsoft or Louisa Harding Kashmir Baby. That’s a minor investment for such a fabulous hat!
Sample knit in Kashmir Baby with size E/6 beads.
Class Details
- Teacher: C. Powers
- Meetings: 2
- Date(s): January 28th, February 4th
- Time(s): 6:00pm – 7:30pm
- Cost: $40.00
Jan
16
Mitered squares may seem scary, but they’re really quite fun! You can step in carefully with a mitered square scarf or jump in with both feet with the Crayon Box Jacket. This fun technique is a great stash buster and let’s you really experiment with color. The last time Sonja offered this class, it was a total hit. So what are you waiting for? It’s hip to be square!
Crayon Box Jacket, knit by Sonja
Class Details
- Teacher: S. Tramontana
- Meetings: 3
- Date(s): February 19th, 26th, & March 5th
- Time(s): 6:00pm – 7:30pm
- Cost: $45.00
Jan
15
It’s time to take your crochet skills up a notch. Show off your new skills in a big way with this gorgeous afghan!
Create a beautiful blanket in colors and textures of your choice while learning essential crochet skills. Learn to join yarns and bury the ends as you go so you don’t have to weave them in later. You won’t get bored as this lovely piece uses single, double, and treble crochet, decreases, and working front or back loops.
Sandy’s beautiful shop sample was made with Jarbo Duo and Encore Chunky in 8 colors. Come in and we’ll help you choose the perfect yarns, or delve into your stash for those extra special skeins.
Scalloped Ripple Afghan, crocheted by Sandy
Class Details
- Teacher: S. Oliveras
- Meetings: 2
- Date(s): March 15th & 22nd
- Time(s): 12:00pm – 3:00pm
- Cost: $45.00
Jan
14
Have you always wanted to try knitting socks, but just can’t imagine handling tiny yarn and four tiny double pointed needles? This is the class for you! Renee guides you easily through basic sock construction. These socks work up so quickly, you’ll be amazed. But be careful, these luscious luxuries will have your friends and family clamoring for pairs of their own!
Knit them with a bit of flare as pictured below, or just plain and simple with a bit of ribbing. The possibilities for these socks are endless, just ask shop regular, Anne!
Fireside Sock with Fur Accent
Class Details
- Teacher: R. Stephens
- Meetings: 3
- Date(s): January 24th, 31st, & February 7th
- Time(s): 10:30am – 11:30am
- Cost: $45.00
Jan
13
You’ve got the crochet basics down, but you’re ready to do something more than squares. Round out your crochet technique with a circular tote bag.
Learn to crochet in the round, increase, decrease, and change yarn in pattern. Best of all, this great project helps you do your part for the environment. Crochet several up and never have to deal with an ugly plastic grocery bag again. These make great gifts for your ecologically-minded friends and family and they also double as great project bags!
Blue String Tote, crocheted by Sandy
Class Details
- Teacher: S. Oliveras
- Meetings: 3
- Date(s): February 23rd, March 2nd, & 9th
- Time(s): 5:00pm – 7:00pm
- Cost: $45.00
Jan
12
For the beginner lace knitter, a beautiful lace scarf. This project will both challenge you and teach you new skills as well as be a great addition to your wardrobe.
Choose from four different designs on one great pattern. One-Ball Warmers from Fiddlesticks Knitting are perfect for the beginning lace knitter.
Flared Warmer, sample knit by Sonja
Bonus: Sonja designed a hat to go with the Flared Warmer. Receive this pattern free with the class.
Flared Hat, knit by Sonja
Class Details
- Teacher: S. Tramontana
- Meetings: 3
- Date(s): January 22nd, 29th, & February 5th
- Time(s): 6:00pm – 7:30pm
- Cost: $45.00
Jan
11
You have the class schedule in hand, but you can’t make it into the shop. How do you know if that class is the one for you?
Introducing Class Spotlight, a little feature on some of our newer or more unique classes. Of course, this won’t be featured for every class, but we hope it will help inspire you to learn something new.
Look for a different Class Spotlight every day this week!