Class Calendar

Knitting Groups: Friday 5-7 p.m.

Knitting groups are free & open to all, ages 18+. Bring your knitting or crochet and be prepared to laugh a lot.  

May 2012

Don't forget we will be at the new store location as of May 3rd! 202B Thompson Lane - across from the YMCA

We will be closed for Memorial Day on Monday May 28th.

June

Saturday, June 2^nd is our Grand Opening celebration for the new store location. There will door prizes and fun all day long. Register for a gift drawing too. There will be free knitting lessons all day with yarn and needle puchase. So bring your friends who don’t know how to knit and we’ll get them started.

In June we’ll start the Summer Lunch Bunch again on Fridays from 12-1:00. Grab your lunch, bring it in for some Friday afternoon knitting comraderie and learning new stuff too. We’ll be in the new space and I will be playing an episode of Knitting Daily each Friday at 12:15. Summer Lunch Bunch will meet every Friday until September. Free

Knitted Monster Pillow Class is Tuesday June 12, 19 & 26 at 4:30 pm. We'll be making the adorable monster from Cascade Yarns. This is a great way to learn some new stitches and techniques. You'll need 7 colors of Cascade 220. Warning: if you make one - all the kids and grandkids are going to want one too. $25

Afghan Square of the Month is June 19 at 4:30, 21st at 4, 22nd at 3. One color will do.

Magic Loop Knitting is Saturday June 9^th at 10:30. Free yourself from double pointed needles forever with this class. $10

Lacey Sun Hat - Crochet Version is Wednesday June 13 & 20, 11:30-1. Make a light elegant sun hat you can wear all summer. It would be possible to come do this on your lunch hour and not be too late getting back. Protect your face from the sun in style.Must already know single crochet, double crochet. $30, Includes pattern and milliner's wire.

Crocheted Amigurumi class is Saturday June 9 at 1pm. We’ll learn how to make an adorable little creature and how to embellish them and make them even more irresistible. You’ll need an F hook and some worsted weight wool or cotton. $25

No Pattern Sock Knitting class is Saturday June 16, 23, 30 at 10:30 – 12. Learn to knit socks with this simple no pattern class. There are some basic rules and things to know but no pattern is necessary and you can add your own stitch patterns too. Requires worsted weight sock yarn, #6 40” needles and you must already know how to knit, purl, increase and decrease and knit with magic loop. $50

Crochet 101 is June 7, 14, 21, 28 at 5:30 pm Learn the basics of crochet – several basic stitches, how to read patterns, crochet in the round and much more. $50

Needle Felted Teddy Bear is Saturday June 23rd, from 12- 4pm.  Come let Eva teach you to needle felt and make this totally adorable little bear from Merino wool.  Needles and fiber  are available here at the store and you don't need much. $45

Blocking Tutorial is Tuesday, June 26th at 4pm. Learn to clock things properly - it makes all the difference in your finished garment. This is a one hour tutorial on how to do that. FREE

 

July

Christmas in July is a weekly gift making class. My brother and sister in law always have their family Christmas in July because everyone is so scattered and it is an easier time to get together. Starting on July 5^th we’ll have a weekly class – Thursdays at 1pm - to make gifts. So far I am thinking a set of felted coasters, a cup cozy, a lace bookmark, a set of little felted bowls. It is a great way to escape the heat of the day too. Each week is a new project and it’ll always be something simple to finish quickly so you are ready for the next week. There will be great little presents to make for teachers or coworkers that they will love and you can learn some new knitting tricks too. There is no cost for the class but you must pre register and buy your kit here to make the items. If there is interest I will do crochet version of this class as well, just let me know if you would like to attend.

Intro to Needle Tatting is Saturday July 7 & 14 from 1 - 4pm. The first session is the very beginning steps and then in session 2 you learn some more intricate designs. Must have some experience working with your hands or doing some needle arts. We will have needles and the required book available at the store for purchase. 6 hours, $60.

Afghan Square of the Month is July 17 at 4:30, 18 at 4, 20 at 3. Note the move to Wednesday instead of Thursday.

A Fine Knitted Lace Shawlette class is Saturday, July 7 & 21 at 10:30. Using lace weight yarn we will design and make our own shawlette. Requires purchase of book and you'll need lace weight yarn and #5 24" needles. $30

Broomstick Lace class is Saturday July 14 at 10:30-12:30. Learn to make a quick baby blanket with this class. Must have basic crochet skills. $25

Hand Embroidery Project Class is Saturday, July 28th at 1pm - 3:30pm. We’ll learn some basic stitches while making this great little critter (Samples at the store). All supplies provided. $25

 

 

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If you are interested in signing up for a class, stop by the store ahead of time or give us a call at (615) 217-4966 to reserve your spot and pay your fees. Private lessons are also available at $25/hour. Supplies for the classes are not included in the cost unless so stated. We recommend that that you buy supplies here at the store. Using the appropriate yarn and tools makes learning a more successful and satisfying experience. Registration for classes requires payment at time of sign up. If you have a group of folks who want to learn to knit, crochet or do other fibery things, let us know and we can set up classes for groups of 4 or more.

If you want to learn to knit with an individual lesson, we strongly recommend an hour lesson. 30 minutes is rarely long enough to pick up very much if you've never knit before.

Cancellation Policy: Please be sure you can attend before signing up for class. If you can notify us a week before class of the need to cancel, you may be given credit for the cost towards another class. Under a week, credit will only given if another student can be found to fill the space. There is no refund for missed classes. No makeup classes are given and teachers are not permitted to meet away from the store for makeup classes. Classes that don't make (have at least 3 participants) will be canceled and of course we will refund the fee.

Class Descriptions

Beginning Socks: Learn to make socks. We'll do socks the old way - your choice of needle styles (DP, circs, magic loop) but we'll be going cuff down with a worsted weight yarn. Three sessions $50

Beginning Crochet: Usually this class happens when I get the urge to teach crochet but don't want to do the whole long course on 101. It is generally one longer session where you learn to chain, single and double crochet and then we start a project that you'll finish on your own. $30

Beginning Knitting: Can't commit to a four-week session? Get started here. Learn to cast on and get started on your first scarf. One-hour class, $15.

Crochet 101: In the first class learn about different fibers and some of the basic crochet stitches. The remaining classes will cover pattern reading, some fancier stitch patterns, crochet in the round, finishing techniques and more. $50

Crocheted Lace Edgings: Already know how to crochet, but want something more challenging? Make lace edgings for baby blankets, pillowcases or towels, make crocheted lace or just add a fancy crocheted edge to your knitting. These two classes will teach you the skills needed for that, you'll produce a couple of pieces and learn to read crochet patterns too. $30

Entrelac Crochet: Learn this interesting technique using Tunisian crochet. We'll be make a scarf or a pillow (your pick) in this 3-hour class. $30

Fair Isle Knitting: Learn how to create all that wonderful colorwork on garments, bags or where ever you want. You'll love this and will be doing it everywhere. For this one we'll do a small wristlet. There is traditional fair isle and there is Meredith's way - which is a little different but works. I will work with you in either style but mine doesn't require two-handed knitting. Price includes supplies $30.00

Felted Bag: Two 90 minute sessions to make a felted bag. Learn the basics of making your own bag, shaping, knitting in the round, adding embellishments, and the felting process. This is a great class for doing your first felted bag. Skills required: Knit, Purl, Increases, Decreases. $25.00. The pattern used will vary.

Felted Clogs: These are the most comfortable slippers EVER! Once you make some you'll want everyone you love to have them. Can be made in adult or child sizes for the class. Advanced Beginner - knit purl, increases and decreases, knitting in the round. $30.00 - 3 classes.

Illusion Knitting: Come learn how to make those magical knitted things that disappear and reappear in your knitting depending on the angle you look at it. You'll learn the technique and also how to write your own pattern for it. $20.00. Supplies: two colors of same weight yarn and needles.

Knitting 101: In 4 sessions learn the basics of knitting. In Session 1 you'll learn about different kinds of fiber, what all those symbols on the yarn label are for and how to figure out what needle size you need as well as casting on and knitting. Session 2 is about purling. You also learn some pattern stitches and what gauge is about and make a monogrammed washcloth from a chart. In session 3 you'll learn to do various increases and decreases and why you use different ones. Session 4 is finishing techniques and some extra things you need to know - sewing a seam, weaving in ends, knitting in a circle, picking up lost stitches, and a bit about reading a pattern. Supplies needed: yarn, straight needles, double pointed or circular needles, a tapestry needle, crochet hook. Optional but helpful is The Knitter's Handbook or other basic knitting technique book, row counter and stitch markers. $55.00

Knitting 102: Have you taught yourself to knit and maybe purl, but are having difficulty learning more? Or has it been a while and you want a refresher? This is the class for you. We'll review some basics and then learn increases, decreases, knitting in the round, pattern reading, fixing mistakes and more. You'll have a hat and lots more skills to kick up your knitting $45

Knitting 200: (This one will start after the holidays) Got the basics and are ready for more? We'll explore various techniques, cables, intarsia, lace, slip stitch, short rows, alternate cast ons and bind offs....... the list goes on. And we'll learn how to make adjustments in patterns and make them actually fit the way you want. $55

Knit a Hat: In two sessions we will be making a hat. Choose from a couple of simple patterns and we'll walk you through it. $20.00

Kool Aid Dyeing: Learn to dye yarn with Kool Aid (you'll never drink it again). Carole is teaching this one. Ask her about her koolaid socks, they are so pretty. We'll supply the yarn - a skein of worsted weight wool, and the dye. Please bring rubber gloves, an apron if you want one, a glass baking dish or pie plate no larger than 8 inches square, a foam brush, and turkey baster if you have one. $40.00 plus $12 materials fee for.

Lace scarf: Learn the basics of lace knitting, how to read a chart, about life lines, etc. We'll start a simple lace pattern to make a beautiful lace scarf or shawl. The first 90 minute class will get you started. The next class will meet a month later and we will put the edging on a lovely shawl. $30. Must know, knit, purl, increases and decreases. Pattern used will vary.

Magic Loop: Find freedom from double pointed needles forever. Learn to knit on one circular needle for ANY circular project. $10.00

Modular Knitting: Learn this versatile technique for making scarves, bags, sweaters shawls without having to sew little pieces together at the end. Use up leftover yarns and stash yarns you bought without a plan. It's fun and easier than it looks. Skills needed: CO, Knit, Purl. You'll learn decreases, changing yarns and picking up stitches in class.

My First Sweater: Make a top down raglan sleeve sweater that requires no sewing. We'll walk you through the process of making it. Four sessions. (yes you can do a sweater that quickly). Great class if you have been hesitant to take the leap into making a bigger project or aren't sure about how to decipher that pattern. Must know how to knit, purl, increase, decrease. $45.00. 10% discount on yarn for the class.

Natural Dyeing for Beginners: Day one we'll learn a lot about mordanting and prepare and mordant the wool we'll be dyeing on day two. We will be dyeing with several natural dye materials - Things you can gather from your garden or kitchen and some you have to order. Wool, mordants and dyes are included. Each person gets several small sample skeins that they will dye and keep. This workshop is outside, be prepared for all weather. If it's raining we'll be on front porch or under a shelter but still outside. Please bring rubber gloves, a notebook, your own lawn chair, plastic bags for taking wet yarn home, lunch, and an apron if you want to preserve your clothes. $200.00

Needle Felting: Learn to make intricate designs with roving and a needle. (okay it's not an ordinary needle). We'll make an embellished felt scarf and also learn about how to do 3 dimensional designs.

Simple Socks: This is the easiest sock I have ever done. Toe up, sized to fit, afterthought heel. The formula can be used to make any size and most stitch patterns can be incorporated. For class we'll be using sport/DK weight sock yarn on size 4 needles or worsted on #6 - your choice. Three sessions $50 Must know Magic Loop before the class (this class is usually given the week before or may be learned in an individual lesson.

Slip stitch Knitting: Knitting with slipped stitches produces colorful and textured fabric. It doesn't require knitting with two colors in a row though. It is fun and not as complicated as it looks.

Spinning on a Drop Spindle Class: Learn to spin your own yarn! First learn basic drop spindle skills and then a technique for plying the yarn. Requires a drop spindle and fiber which are available at the store. Class is $30.00.

Tunisian Crochet: We'll learn several stitches while making a sampler scarf in class. This is a fast technique and fun to do for a change of pace. Prerequisite: Must already be comfortable with crochet. Two sessions, $35.00

Weaving On a Knitter's Loom: Weave a pillow cover or table runner in half a day. You will learn basics of warping the loom, terminology, and then of course, weaving. Materials should be purchased at the store. There are several choices available of what to weave for this first project, but we'll keep it simple enough to be sure you finish in one day. Come in when Meredith is here and pick out your yarns and get them wound before class. Class fee includes use of loom & tools for the day only. (Looms may also be purchased at the end of the class). $65.

Weaving on the Knitter's Loom II (Advanced Projects): We will work on a woven project over a period of several weeks and learn a few new techniques in the process. $85.

Comments

[Michelle P.]

I've got a 7 year old begging to learn to knit. Do you teach children in a private setting? I'm an expert on you tube videos, but they are just not the same!!! Help me please!!!

[quail hill]

Using the appropriate yarn and tools makes learning a more successful and satisfying experience.

[Rental]

Happy New Year! Happiness and success in 2011.

[Patricia Painter]

When is the next knitting 102 class?

[Mary Hart]

I would be interested in taking the spinning and the weaving classes. When will be th next time these are offered?

[nancy davis]

hi just mved back to tn. from ks. and raise paco-vicunas like alpacas and bought a loom and have tried to spin but not me . i would love to learn how to us my loom have a scarf startd but was on loom when i bought it at wool fest in co. chris switzer told me to find someone here to help me . i live in mcminnville dont know if anyone is closer than you put would love to get started.

[janet cavna]

Would anyone be interested in learning basket coiling (w/yarn of course).

[julia chapman]

im interested in both a sock class and an amigurumi class, do you have plans in the future for either? would i be better off getting a private lesson?

[Heidi]

Any chance of doing a amigurumi class? I've been seeing it on websites and craft books but don't know anyone who does it.

[Breanna Hawkins]

My sister-in-law and I would love to learn to knit. The problem is we both work during the week and live out of town. We would have to take the classes on a Fri night or Saturday. Is that possible? and how much would it be? Thank you!!