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Special Summer Class

admin — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 09:00:38 +0000

Stash Busting Feather & Fan Vest

This fun seamless garment is a great way to use up your odds an ends (dk weight or lighter). Great for hot weather over a little tank or with a turtle neck in the winter. Let your imagination run wild with color and texture. Beat the heat and come on in for this cool class.

Date/Time: August 5th & 19th, 6:00m – 7:30pm

Cost: $30.00

Instructor: Sonja

New Class: How to Drop Spindle

admin — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 18:33:56 +0000

Have you ever wanted to take the next step with your knitting or crocheting and spin your own yarn? Can’t find that perfect color or art yarn? Come learn the basics on how to use a drop spindle with instructor Cindie Kitchin.

You will learn how to spin yarn using an inexpensive top whorl CD drop spindle. Spindle and fiber are included in the cost of the class along with a complete handout. If you already own a drop spindle and don’t know how to use it, please bring it for help toward the end of class. If you don’t own a drop spindle yet, please wait to buy one until after the class where you will learn about the different styles. Hurry! Space is limited!

Date & Time: August 8th, 10:30am – 1:30pm

Cost: $35.00

Needle Felting 101

admin — Sat, 05 Jun 2010 09:00:18 +0000

Hurry, it’s not too late to sign up! A few spots remain for the eagerly anticipated Needle Felting 101 class with Anaya. You’ve seen her gorgeous work, now learn how to do it yourself!

Dates: June 7th, 14th, & 21st
Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Cost: $45.00

Classes Still Open

admin — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 04:00:17 +0000

There are still spaces remaining in the following classes. Be sure to secure yours now before it’s too late!

Beginning Counted Cross-Stitch

Date(s): Sunday June 6th & 13th
Time: 12:30pm – 3:30pm
Cost: $40.00

Basic Socks on DPNs

Date(s): Monday, Wednesday, Friday June 7th, 9th, 11th
Time: 3:30pm – 5:30pm
Cost: $45.00

Needle Felting 101: Freeform Fiber Art

Date(s): Monday June 7th, 14th, & 21st
Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Cost: $45.00

Crochet Level II

Date(s): Monday June 7th, 14th, & 21st
Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Cost: $45.00

Needle Felted Animals

Date(s): Tuesday June 8th, 15th, & 22nd
Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Cost: $45.00

Harlequin Swagger Jacket

Date(s): Thursday June 10th, 17th, & 24th
Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Cost: $45.00

It’s Up & Out!

admin — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 04:16:10 +0000

If you haven’t already received your newsletter, be checking your mailbox because they are out! Can’t wait? Don’t worry! The latest class schedule and newsletter are now up on the site. Visit the Class Schedule and Yarns & Stitches links at the top of the page to get the latest information. Remember, classes fill up quickly so call today to reserve your spot!

August Tuesday Techniques

admin — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 01:25:37 +0000

It’s nearly August (where did the time go?) and that means a new set of Tuesday Techniques. Check out the latest list of tips, tricks, and skills to add to your repertoire.

Tuesday Techniques: Canceled

admin — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:00:42 +0000

Sonja will be out of town this week so there will not be a Tuesday Technique class. Be sure to check the schedule for upcoming TT Sessions in July.

Tuesday Techniques: Mending

admin — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 16:18:29 +0000

Don’t forget about today’s Tuesday Techniques class at 3:30! For a mere $5 (plus materials), you can get a full hour’s class. Expand your knitting knowledge!

This Tuesday, we will be focusing on mending. Got a sweater with a hole in it? Did the puppy use your new cardigan as a tug toy? What about that sweater you made 20 years ago that he has worn to death? Pull out that bag of sweaters and learn how to bring your hand-knit garments back to life! Mending is a skill that no knitter should be without.

Tuesday Techniques: Perpetual Calendar

admin — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 09:00:04 +0000

Don’t forget about today’s Tuesday Techniques class at 3:30! For a mere $5 (plus materials), you can get a full hour’s class. Expand your knitting knowledge!

This Tuesday, we will be focusing on learning a new stitch from the Perpetual Calendar. This is a great way to expand your personal stitch library. Make your squares with complimentary yarns for a unique afghan or work them up in dish cloth cotton for a great household helper. Remember to bring worsted weight yarn and US size 8 (5mm) needles with you.

July Tuesday Techniques

admin — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 21:29:04 +0000

July Tuesday Techniques are now available! Just visit the Tuesday Techniques page to see the exciting new skills you can learn.

Remember, you do not have to pre-register for these! You can just drop into the shop a few minutes prior to the class. For less than the cost of a fast food lunch you can expand your knitting knowledge. Go on, give it a try!