Middleford Yarn & Stitchery Shoppe

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 – 11:30am
• Cost: $45.00

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: $45.00

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.

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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 decreasing.

• Teacher: K. Henry
• Date(s): June 9th & June 16th
• Time(s): 5:30pm – 7:00pm
• Cost: $35.00

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We apologize for any confusion and hope to see you in the shop soon!

Our newsletter is on the way and it’s filled with fun news and exciting classes.  We can hardly stand the wait, so we’ve decided to share the class schedule with you now.  Check out the new Spring/Summer class list under Class Schedule at the top of the site.

Be sure to call us and reserve your spot as classes tend to fill up quickly.  And be on the lookout for another Class Spotlight series, coming soon!

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

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

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

Are you on Ravelry?  Ravel this pattern here.

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

Are you on Ravelry?  Ravel this pattern here.

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

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

Do you have Ravelry?  Ravel this project here.