September / October Class
Schedule
To register for a class:
Please call the shop at (410) 662 –YARN to pay with credit card.
Or email : lovelyarns@gmail.com with class choice and your phone number,and we will call
for payment information.
*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.
                         CLASSES FILL QUICKLY! DO NOT WAIT!

Lovelyarns                                                                         STORE HOURS:
846 w. 36th Street  Baltimore, MD 21211                    Mon, Tuesday        Closed
(410) 662- YARN (9276)                                                   Weds, Thu, Fri        11:00 - 5:30               
email us at lovelyarns@gmail.com     
                         Saturday                  11:00 - 6:00
                                                                                      Sunday                     11:00 - 4:00     
                       
                     
Note: if these sessions don't fit into your schedule, please call the shop
to arrange a private lesson!
Most of these classes can be scheduled at your convenience for an hourly fee plus materials.
                                   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 do some ribbing too.
Instructor: Mary Skeen                                   Class Fee: $55.00 (Includes yarn, needles & 4 hours of instruction.)
Sessions: Sundays, September 5 and 26th   11:00 - 1:00  
Sorry, this session is full
              Sundays, October 10 and 17  11:00 - 1:00    Sorry, this session is full
New Session just added   Sundays, September 26 and Oct 3  11:00 - 1:00  Sorry, this session is full
Another Session added!   Saturdays, October 16 and 23         11:00 - 1:00
And another!                       Saturdays, October 16 and 23          1:30 - 3:30

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: Heather VonMarko                            Class Fee: $55.00 (Includes Hook, yarn and 4 hours of instruction.)
Sessions:    Saturday, September 18 and Sunday September 19  1:00 – 3:00     
 Sorry, Session is full

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 changing color.
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
Session:    Saturday, October 2,   1:00 – 3:00


T4: Entrelac made easy
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  or hat in self striping yarn!  Basic knitting and purling skills, increases 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: $25.00 (Practice yarn  included)
Sessions:   Sunday, September 5   4:00 – 6:00     
Sorry, session is full
         Sunday, October 24   4:00 – 6:00



                  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: $25.00
Sessions:    Saturday October 2    11 – 1:00


B2:  Beaded Scarf      LAST TIME WE ARE OFFERING THIS CLASS! Learn now for your holiday gifts!
Ever wanted to try knitting with beads? This is the class for you. You will learn how to string and carry beads into
your work, and create a beautiful gift. Make one as a gift and you’ll never give it away! People will be begging
you for this one! Knitting, purling and long-tail casting on experience required for this class. Please bring size 5
needles with you to class.
Note: Homework will be assigned before the class!  
Instructor: Judy Moskowitz                                                Class fee: $35.00 includes beads
Sessions:     Saturday October 9  4:00 – 6:00                   
Sorry, class is full
New Session just added!  Sunday, October 10    2:00 - 4:00

B3: Learn to knit Socks! Top Down
Learn to knit your first pair of socks! Then make more for gifts! You will be learning to make socks on two
circular needles. This
method is fun and easy, and socks are the perfect project for the knitter on the go! You will be making socks
from the top down and
learning to turn a heel and graft the toe together. Basic knitting and purling skills required. Note: Please come to
class early to choose
yarn, and bring two size 3 circular needles to class.
Instructor: Judy Moskowitz                                             Class Fee: $60.00 (Includes 2 skeins of yarn!)
Sessions:      Wednesday September 15 and Thurs, Sept 30  6:00 – 8:00
                   Saturday October 9  11:00 – 1:00  and Sunday October 10 11:00 – 1:00


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   wilomplete 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:         Sunday, October 24   11:00 – 1:00


B5: Easy booties in two hours!
Knit these cute booties in no time at all. It's the greatest pattern: just tricky enough to be good for beginners.
Learn yarn-overs,
knitting 2 together and purling 2 together. Then make a bunch for all the babies in your life. Please bring size 5
or 6 needles to class
and pick worsted or sport yarn before class starts.
Instructor: Michelle Tipton                                                         Class fee: $25.00
Sessions:         Sunday, October 24  1:30 – 3:30



B6: Knitted Interlace Scarf              New Class!
Your class fee includes enough classic alpaca and alpaca ribbon to create this gorgeous knitted and woven
scarf, as well as the pattern, and a take-along plastic tote. Students will need to know how to cast on and off,
and how to knit and purl. The following techniques will be reviewed in class: ssk, yarn overs, knit 2 together, and
how to make a felted join.
Please bring size 6 or 7 needles to class, and perhaps some scrap yarn to review the techniques above.
Instructor : Mary Skeen                                                               Class fee: $60
Includes all materials!!
Sessions:      Sunday, Sepember 5  1:30 – 3:30
            Sunday, October 17 1:30 – 3:30
  

B7: Beaded Necklace              New Class!
This fun and gorgeous project goes so quickly that some of you will finish one in class! Then you can go home
and make one for everyone on your holiday list.  You will learn how to string beads, slip beads between your
stitches, use the backwards loop method of casting on and the “wrap and turn” technique for short rows. You will
need smooth non animal fiber (cotton, soy, bamboo, linen, silk) light fingering yarn and the appropriate needles
for the yarn. You only need to  know how to knit and cast off for this project!
Instructor: Judy Moskowitz                                                              Class fee: $30.00  includes beads!
Sessions:  Saturday  September 11 2:00 – 4:00
        Saturday October 2   2:00 – 400


B8: Charted Cowl                    New Class!
Have you ever found a pattern but put it back because you were afraid of the confusing-looking chart? We will
take all the mystery out of reading charts  And you can make this beautifully soft and drapey cowl. Made of
gorgeous soft baby alpaca, you will never want to take it off! Please bring size  needles to class
Instructor: Erin Cowling                                                                 Class fee $50.00 includes materials!
Sessions: Saturday, September 4   11:00 – 1:00
        Saturday, October 23  11:00 – 1:00





     Project classes for crocheters

C1: New Crochet class!  Rainbow Granny Scarf  
Learn how to make granny squares with this beautiful floral motif.  Made in color-changing yarn, this is a show-
stopper!  You will need to know how to make the following stitches: chain, single crochet, double crochet, and
slip stitch.  We will begin by learning how to work in a circle and doing a quick refresher for those whose basics
are a little rusty.  Bring a size F hook to class.  There will be homework in between the two sessions.  
Instructor: Heather VonMarko                                Class fee: $25.00
Session:        Saturday, October 2  2:00 – 3:00 and Sunday October 3   2:00 -3:00


C2: Beginner crochet baby sweater
Want to make a cute baby sweater for your cute baby? This is an easy project that works up fast and makes a GREAT gift!
You will even learn how to crochet ribbing! Single crochet, half double and double crochet are all you need to know.
Materials needed: 2 colors of worsted weight yarn, 200 yards each,  and an I9 hook.
Instructor: Anilia Hornsby                Class fee: $25.0
Sessions: Saturday September 11, 11:00 – 1:00
 Saturday October 9 , 11:00 – 1:00


C3: Crochet Toddler jacket
Crochet a lovely kimono-style jacket for your favorite toddler (or baby, if you go down three hook sizes!). We'll use the
chain, single crochet, and double crochet stitches, and we'll use a modified hexagon granny square pattern to construct
our jacket, so you'll need to know how to work in a circle.  Bring a size i hook to class.  We will have homework between
the first and second classes.  
Materials needed: 4 skeins (400 yds) color-changing worsted yarn of your choice. We have gorgeous options at the shop!
Instructor: Heather VonMarko                        Class fee: $55.00
Saturday, Sept 18  3:00 – 4:00  Sunday October 2  3:00 -0 4:00




Project Classes for Intermediate Knitters

A1: SCAD! The contemporary scarf               New Class!
Learn I-cord and some other new tricks with this wonderful neck warmer. Knit up in bulky yarn, it's quick, easy
and fun.
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Instructor: Candace Blankenship                        Class fee: $25.00
        Saturday October 9  1:00 – 3:00



A2:Top down baby sweater                           New Class!
Using a circular needle, you will cast on this sweater at the neck, and easily work your way down the shoulder,
arms, torso, until you're done! No seams to sew, and easy to fit too. You will never want to make sweaters any
other way!Make one for your favorite baby or toddler, or yourself! Please call the shop for materials needed.
Instructor: Erin Cowling                                         Class fee: $35.00  includes pattern
Sessions: Sunday, September 19  11:00 – 1:00
        Saturday October 16  11:00 – 1:00

A3:Bellas Mitts                                                  New Class!
Make the mittens Bella wore in the first Twilight movie. You will be making a small version of these mitts and
learn all the techniques you need to go home and make a full-size pair. Materials needed: 2 sk. bulky yarn

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Instructor: Candace Blankenship
Session:    Saturday October 16  1:00 – 3:00