Middleford Yarn & Stitchery Shoppe

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 sock darning.  You’ve spent all that time knitting socks and now they have a hole.  What do you do?  Or even worse, your nephew feeds a hand knit sock to the dog.  How do you repair that hole without re-knitting the entire sock?  Don’t despair, you can darn them! (And we don’t mean Chelsea’s method of throwing the socks on the floor and shouting, “Darn!”)  Learn this valuable technique and never throw out a hand knit sock again.

Summer is nearly here and soon the kids will be out of school.  Why not make good use of their extra time by teaching them how to knit?  We’ve just received two I Taught Myself to Knit kits featuring favorite Disney characters.

Each kit comes with instructions for several fun projects, needles, and notions.  Spend some quality time with your kids/grandkids/nieces/nephews while sharing the craft you love.

Knitting Fever, Inc. has supplied us with a gorgeous sample of the cropped sweater, Anouk.

Knit in Louisa Harding Merletto, this sweater is both elegant and practical.  For those on Ravelry, details can be found here.

You can find this and many other beautiful patterns in Louisa Harding Book #19 Nouveau.

Come in and see it for yourself today!

Two new sock books are in for your knitting enjoyment.  These books are moving fast, so hurry in today and get your copy!

Socks by Chrissie Day

The latest from author Chrissie Day, Socks is a book of unique and attractive designs ranging from baby booties to boudoir slippers to rugged outdoor socks for men.  With 30 designs, you’re sure to find something you just can’t wait to knit.  You can read more about the author on her blog, Knitting Notetime.

Socks from the Toe Up by Wendy D. Johnson

New from famed blogger Wendy Knits, this book has everything you need to know about tackling socks from the toe up.  Complete with amazing designs and comprehensive instructions, you’re sure to be successful in your next toe-up endeavor.  The ladies at the shop agree that every sock in this book is worth knitting!

Just a friendly reminder that tomorrow, Sunday, May 17th is Sock Club!

This month we’re being adventurous with thigh-high lace stockings! Designed by Joan McGowan-Michael of White Lies Designs, the Marlaina Stockings were all the rage at Stitches West.

Photo from White Lies Designs

These are knit from the toe up, so if thigh-high is not your thing, simply stop when you’re happy.  Knit in DK weight Fixation from Cascade Yarns, these knit up quickly despite the length.  Besides Fixation, you will need size 3 needles, or size you need to knit to gauge, a small crochet hook (size D – F is preferable), and some cotton waste yarn.

Remember, Sock Club is free and you can join at any time, no pre-registration needed.  All you have to buy is your materials.  This month, we’re not doing a pot luck, but desserts are welcome.

Due to popular demand, we’ve added another session of our Knit One Below class.  June 14th, from 3:00 – 5:00pm, adventure into the world of vertical striping.  Using just two skeins of self-striping yarn, you can create an attractive and unique scarf.  Be sure to sign up early as this class fills quickly!

Sample knit by Sonja

The Particulars

• Teacher: S. Tramontana
• Date: June 14th
• Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm The correct time is 3:00pm – 5:00pm.
• Cost: $20.00

Edited to correct the time.  Apparently one should not post while distracted or tired.

As shown at Stitches West 2009

Learn the hot new technique taught at Stitches West this year, based on Knit One Below by Elise Duvekot.  Explore the world of color from a fresh perspective in an easy scarf project.  Once you’ve completed this project, you’ll be anxious to tackle the other fascinating in the book.

Techniques Learned: Knit one below.

Sample knit by Sonja.

• Teacher: S. Tramontana
• Date(s): May 14th, May 21st, & May 28th
• Time(s): 6:00pm – 7:30pm
• Cost: $45.00

Ravel It

As shown by Joe from SWTC!

This is a great class for the fairly new knitter who wants to make something for themselves to wear.  Perfect for a spring or summer evening, just enough to keep your shoulders warm.  This is also available in a kit for your convenience!

Techniques Learned: Provisional cast-on, use of stitch holders, three-needle bind-off.

Sample knit by Sonja.

• Teacher: S. Tramontana
• Date(s): April 23rd, April 30th, & May 7th
• Time(s): 6:00pm – 7:30pm
• Cost: $45.00

Ravel It

Do seams never seem to work out for you?  Learn to make a sweater without them!  Sweaters knit from the top down are fun and easy.  This pint-sized project will be done in no time and will teach you all the techniques to make one in your size.

Techniques Learned: Knitting in the round, increasing, decreases, pick up and knit, knit cast-on, double-points, use of stitch-holders, hiding join in the round.

Sample knit by Chelsea.

Homework: If you have a child in mind, be sure to know their size prior to the class.

• Teacher: C. Powers
• Date(s): April 20th, April 27th, & May 4th
• Time(s): 6:30pm – 8:30pm
• Cost: $45.00

Ravel It

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.

Sample knit by Karen and modeled by Jill.
(Thanks, Jill!)

Class Details

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