

| March & April Class Schedule |


March - April 2012 Class Schedule Technique Classes T1: Learn to Knit This class is for those of you who have never picked up needles and yarn, or who may have learned as a child and forgotten everything. In the first class, you will learn to knit and bind off. Second class will include casting on, purling and reading a pattern. You should be able to knit up a scarf (yes, you will!) after leaving these classes, and maybe do some ribbing too. Instructor: Mary Skeen Class Fee: $60.00 (Includes yarn, needles & 4 hours of instruction.) Session A Sundays, March 4 & 11 11:30 - 1:30 session is FULL B Sundays, March 4 & 11 2:00 - 4:00 session is FULL C Saturdays, March 3 & 10 11:30 - 1:30 session is FULL D Saturdays, March 3 & 10 2:00 - 4:00 session is FULL E Saturdays, March 24 & 31 11:30 - 1:30 session is FULL F Saturdays, March 24 & 31 2:00 - 4:00 session is FULL G Sundays, April 15 & 22 11:30 - 1:30 session is FULL H Sundays, April 15 & 22 2:00 - 4:00 session is FULL I Saturdays, April 21 & 28 11:30 - 1:30 session is FULL J Saturdays, April 21 & 28 2:00 - 4:00 session is FULL For those of you wishing to enroll in Learn to Knit for April and May, please go back to the home page and sign up for our email newsletter. You will receive notice as soon as the new schedule is posted, and can call to register as soon as possible. T2: Learn to Crochet All crochet stitches start from a basic chain that is in turn started with a slip knot. Once you know how to make a chain and work your way back along the chain you will know how to crochet. It's that simple, really! We will also learn the basic stitches of crochet: single, double, and triple crochet, with which you can make virtually any crochet project. Instructor: Melissa MacMichael Class Fee: $60.00 (Includes Hook, yarn and 4 hours of instruction.) Session: A Saturday, March 3 and Sunday March 4 11:00 - 1:00 B Sunday, March 18 & 25 1:00 - 3:00 C Saturdays, April 7 & 14 11:00 - 1:00 D Saturday, April 28 11:00 - 1:00 & Sunday April 29 1:00 - 3:00 T3: Technique EXTRAVAGANZA! This class teaches you various techniques including 3 different increases, 2 different decreases, cabling, I-cord, fringing a scarf, Michelle’s little secret for weaving in ends, and as an extra bonus, learn to make a self-striping ribbed scarf! Students must come to class with the following materials and the following homework COMPLETED: Onto a size 7, 8, 9, or 10 needle, with solid-color worsted weight yarn, cast on 18 stitches and knit 5 rows. Also, please bring the following supplies: a cable needle, a set of double-pointed needles (any size larger than 6), and some extra stash yarn. Instructor: Michelle Tipton Class Fee: $25.00 Sessions: Sunday, March 18 3:00 - 5:00 Saturday, April 14 1:00 - 3:00 T4: Entrelac A unique "basket weave" pattern that looks really impressive, but is fun to knit! Learn the principles of this stitch, then make a gorgeous scarf in self striping yarn! Basic knitting and purling skills, increases ( knit front and back) and decreases are all you need. Please bring a pair of # 8 or 9 needles to practice on. We will supply scrap yarn to work the pattern in class, and you may choose a gorgeous self-striping yarn for your actual project afterwards. Instructor: Sue Caldwell Class Fee: $30.00 (Practice yarn included) Session: Saturday, April 7 1:00 - 3::00 Sorry, class is full Project Classes for Beginner Knitters with some knitting experience: B1: Knit your First Hat Tired of making scarves? Yes, you can work in the round with a bulky yarn and knit your first hat! So cute for adults, kids, even babies. Basic knitting skills are all you need. We will show you how to join and work on circular needles, decrease and expand your repertoire from just scarves. Please bring a size 10 16” circular needle to class. Instructor: Michelle Tipton Class fee: $30.00 Sessions: Sunday, March 18 11:00 - 1:00 Saturday, April 14 3:00 - 5:00 B2: TAKE IT TO THE TOP! New Class! Now that you made your first hat in the round finish it off with something more unique than a pompom. Learn to make tassels, curly toppers, an assortment of curly q’s, squiggle flowers and I-cords. REQUIREMENTS: casting on, knitting, purling and casting off. You MUST also know how to do the following increase: Knit in Front and Back. You can use You Tube or any other online tutorial to practice this increasing technique. Most knitting magazines or books also have this information. Materials needed: Straight needles – can be size 6,7 or 8. A set of double pointed needles – size 6,7 or An assortment of worsted weight yarn. We will be making many different things so please bring lots of different color yarn. Instructor: Michelle Tipton Class fee: $25.00 Sessions: coming in May - June B3: Make your FIRST SOCKS Have you been afraid to try knitting socks? Do not fear the double-pointed needles! Learn all the techniques to make your first little sock, then make some larger ones for your feet. Techniques covered in class: joining and knitting in the round, striped color changes, heel flap and turn, picking up stitches, toe decreases and finishing. Must be able to knit and purl. Materials needed: 1 set of size 3 double point needles, and tapestry needle for toe. Instructor: Rachel Class Fee: $60.00 INCLUDES WASHABLE WOOL SOCK YARN! Sessions: Coming in May - June B4: Knit your First MITTENS! Tired of making scarves? Had it with hats? Ready to move on to mittens? We will make a child's mitten to the end , and you will complete all the different techniques that go into making a mitten… Materials needed: At least 100 yards of worsted weight yarn, Straight needles sizes 5 and 7, Stitch markers,2 stitch holders and yarn needle. Class fee: $25.00 Instructor: Michelle Tipton Sessions: coming in May June B5: Beaded Wire cuff Do you love the look of those beautiful wire bracelets with the beads all over? Well, it's easy and fun to do! Basic knitting and purling skills are all you need. We will go over different techniques for adding beads to your work, and how to work comfortably with wire. This beautiful bracelet will make you want to knit one for all your friends! Please bring size 2 needles to class. Instructor: Linda Rosenthal Class fee: $45.00 Includes all materials!
B Sunday, April 29 11:00 - 1:00 S1: Spin With Chris New Class! Chris will teach using basic top-whorl drop spindles and provide a spindle, fiber, and detailed instructions/book recommendations/website references for students to take home. I spend time educating the students about the general history of spinning, and I explain the differences in fibers and preparation [and I bring a ton of various fibers as visual/textural reference]. I cover different styles of spindles & wheels, and a bit about yarn construction - then I get the students spinning. I'll introduce plying and explain how to skein, measure, and set the twist in yarn. Students will leave with yarn that they can knit or crochet! Instructor: Chris Knight Class fee: $60.00 Includes drop spindle and fiber! Sessions: Sunday, April 15 1:00 - 4:00 To register for a class: Please call the shop at (410) 662 – YARN and pay with credit card.
*NOTE: You must be paid-up one week before class starts, or we will not hold your spot. Sorry, classes are for adults 16 yrs and older unless otherwise stated |
