Posts made in April, 2009
Class Spotlight: Picture Frame Baby Afghan
Learn new techniques while knitting this baby afghan using fingering weight yarn. The yarn is held double, and beautiful one-of-a-kind color schemes can be created by using different colorways of Tofutsies sock yarn (or a similar yarn). The pattern is included in the fee and will be provided at the first class. Techniques Learned: Cable cast-on, knit-on edging, knitting backwards, short rows, ssk. Sample knit by Renee. Homework: Holding yarn doubled, cast on 30 stitches and knit a square (approx. 5 1/2″). Leave the stitches on the needle (do not bind off). Teacher: R. Stephens Date(s): June 6th & June 13th Time(s): 10:30am – 12:30pm & 10:30am...
Read MoreClass Spotlight: Basic Mittens
Learn basic mitten construction while you knit these warm, colorful mittens. You will enjoy how fun and easy knitting mittens can be. Why not get a jump on holiday gifts with this fun and interesting project? Sample knit by Renee. Teacher: R. Stephens Date(s): April 18th, April 25th, & May 2nd Time(s): 10:30am – 11:30am Cost:...
Read MorePear Blossom Detour
As many of you may know, the annual Pear Blossom Parade is tomorrow! Court street will be closed from McAndrews on down. But don’t panic! There is an alternate route to the shop. Simply take a left on Beatty St. and then a right at the alley way between the 700 and 600 blocks. The map below shows where the alley way is located. View Larger Map If you need any help, simply call the shop at 541-734-8800 and we’ll be happy to give you further...
Read MoreCorrection
We’d like to fill you in on a couple of corrections from our most recent newsletter. In our printed class schedule, the description and pricing for Knitting Level II was printed incorrectly. Please see below for the correct information. – Knitting Level II: an Introduction to Intermediate Knitting Skills As a continuation of the first introductory knitting class, you will continue to sharpen your skills as you step forward to a new level and work with a basic pattern and new yarns. You will learn a variety of new techniques as you create a darling (or handsome) hat! Techniques Learned: Knit in the round, basic ribbing, using double point needles, and...
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