JANUARY CLASSES
(classes that begin in January)
(classes that begin in January)
Endpaper Mitts
These mitts are great for the adventurous knitter who is ready to work with two colors and learn how to follow a chart. You will also learn the invisible cast on for 1 x 1 rib and sewn tubular bind off. The pattern is for fingering weight, but could work in a light sport weight, especially for medium/large sizes.
Session One Class Dates: Tuesdays, January 14, 21, & 28 12:30-2:30pm
Skill Level: Intermediate Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: 2 colors of fingering weight yarn
(we used a striping Nordlys and solid Wildfoot)
double pointed needles depending on size you are making:
small – size 2, med. – size 2.5, large – size 3
size 0 double pointed needles (all sizes)
Instructor: Carolyn Vance Class Fee: $38
These mitts are great for the adventurous knitter who is ready to work with two colors and learn how to follow a chart. You will also learn the invisible cast on for 1 x 1 rib and sewn tubular bind off. The pattern is for fingering weight, but could work in a light sport weight, especially for medium/large sizes.
Session One Class Dates: Tuesdays, January 14, 21, & 28 12:30-2:30pm
Skill Level: Intermediate Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: 2 colors of fingering weight yarn
(we used a striping Nordlys and solid Wildfoot)
double pointed needles depending on size you are making:
small – size 2, med. – size 2.5, large – size 3
size 0 double pointed needles (all sizes)
Instructor: Carolyn Vance Class Fee: $38
Session Two Class Dates: Thursdays, January 22, 30 & February 6th 6-8pm
TOMTEN BABY JACKET
Designed by Elizabeth Zimmermann around 1940, this modular garter stitch jacket is still popular today. The gauge and number of stitches determine the size. The modular knitting leaves minimal seams to sew up.
Session Class Dates: Mondays, January 13, 20, 27 & Feb. 3 6-8pm
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: 2 skeins worsted weight yarn (our sample used Encore)
size 8 - 36" circular needle
stitch markers
stitch holders
scissors
darning needle
Instructor: Jane Leverenz Class Fee: $38
Designed by Elizabeth Zimmermann around 1940, this modular garter stitch jacket is still popular today. The gauge and number of stitches determine the size. The modular knitting leaves minimal seams to sew up.
Session Class Dates: Mondays, January 13, 20, 27 & Feb. 3 6-8pm
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: 2 skeins worsted weight yarn (our sample used Encore)
size 8 - 36" circular needle
stitch markers
stitch holders
scissors
darning needle
Instructor: Jane Leverenz Class Fee: $38
MUKLUK
Up north here, everyone loves cozy slippers on a “frosty” winter morning! These Mukluks are a quick knit in bulky yarn. They are knit from the bottom up. I topped mine off with faux fur yarn appropriately called Caribou by HiKoo. My sample is the child’s small, but feel free to make the adult pattern in this class.
Session Class Dates: Tuesdays, January 14 & 21 6pm-8pm
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: Knitting Pure and Simple Pattern
Bulky weight Yarn, optional faux fur yarn
Needles SZ 7 single point (or circular)
Size7 double point needles
Darning needle
Stitch Marker
Instructor: Sally Idso Class Fee: $28
Up north here, everyone loves cozy slippers on a “frosty” winter morning! These Mukluks are a quick knit in bulky yarn. They are knit from the bottom up. I topped mine off with faux fur yarn appropriately called Caribou by HiKoo. My sample is the child’s small, but feel free to make the adult pattern in this class.
Session Class Dates: Tuesdays, January 14 & 21 6pm-8pm
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: Knitting Pure and Simple Pattern
Bulky weight Yarn, optional faux fur yarn
Needles SZ 7 single point (or circular)
Size7 double point needles
Darning needle
Stitch Marker
Instructor: Sally Idso Class Fee: $28
WireKnitz Bracelet
Break out your creativity! This fun new product is already knit for you and through some easy rolling and stitching you can have a bracelet in no time. We will embellish the bracelet with needle felting and beads to create a one of a kind masterpiece!
Session One Class Dates: Wednesday, January 15 1-3pm
Skill Level: Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: one package of WireKnits #3000 series
needle felting needle
small amounts of wool
beads
sewing needle
clear nylon thread
Instructor: Melissa Fasnacht Class Fee: $18
Break out your creativity! This fun new product is already knit for you and through some easy rolling and stitching you can have a bracelet in no time. We will embellish the bracelet with needle felting and beads to create a one of a kind masterpiece!
Session One Class Dates: Wednesday, January 15 1-3pm
Skill Level: Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: one package of WireKnits #3000 series
needle felting needle
small amounts of wool
beads
sewing needle
clear nylon thread
Instructor: Melissa Fasnacht Class Fee: $18
Session Two Class Dates: Wednesday January 15 6-8pm
WINTER WINGSPAN-LIKE
SHAWL
This class is a take off on the popular “Wingspan” shawl typically done in finer weight yarns. We’ve used a self-striping chunky wt. yarn to achieve a larger and warmer winter shawl. You will learn easy short row shaping.
Class Dates: Wednesdays, January 15 & 22 3 – 5pm
Skill Level: Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: We used 1 ball of “Marble Chunky”
Size 9 - 40” circular needle.
12 markers
Instructor: Peggy Grey Class Fee: $28
This class is a take off on the popular “Wingspan” shawl typically done in finer weight yarns. We’ve used a self-striping chunky wt. yarn to achieve a larger and warmer winter shawl. You will learn easy short row shaping.
Class Dates: Wednesdays, January 15 & 22 3 – 5pm
Skill Level: Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: We used 1 ball of “Marble Chunky”
Size 9 - 40” circular needle.
12 markers
Instructor: Peggy Grey Class Fee: $28
Session Two Class Dates: Tuesdays, February 4 & 11th 6 - 8
BOOT SOCKS ON 9” CIRCULAR NEEDLES
Want to knit socks but you don’t like double pointed needles? Here is your answer! A nine inch circular needle. This is a great first sock project.
Session Class Dates: Saturdays, January 18 & 25 9 - 11am
AND Wednesday, January 29 6 - 8pm
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: Worsted weight sock yarn
size 5 to 8 - 9" circular needle
(we will work on gauge the first class & determine which size is best for you)
one set double pointed needles
(same size as your circular)
stitch markers
Instructor: Melissa Fasnacht Class Fee: $38
Want to knit socks but you don’t like double pointed needles? Here is your answer! A nine inch circular needle. This is a great first sock project.
Session Class Dates: Saturdays, January 18 & 25 9 - 11am
AND Wednesday, January 29 6 - 8pm
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: Worsted weight sock yarn
size 5 to 8 - 9" circular needle
(we will work on gauge the first class & determine which size is best for you)
one set double pointed needles
(same size as your circular)
stitch markers
Instructor: Melissa Fasnacht Class Fee: $38
Beginner Bulky Mittens
Learn how to knit mittens! They can be great fun, and with super bulky yarn, they will be done in no time. This is also a great class for those who want to learn how to knit with double pointed needles.
Session One Class Dates: Mondays, January 20 & 27 11am - 1pm
Skill Level: Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: super bulky yarn (we used Encore Mega)
Size 11 double pointed needles
medium sized stitch holder
locking stitch marker
darning needle
Instructor: Melissa Fasnacht Class Fee: $28
Learn how to knit mittens! They can be great fun, and with super bulky yarn, they will be done in no time. This is also a great class for those who want to learn how to knit with double pointed needles.
Session One Class Dates: Mondays, January 20 & 27 11am - 1pm
Skill Level: Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: super bulky yarn (we used Encore Mega)
Size 11 double pointed needles
medium sized stitch holder
locking stitch marker
darning needle
Instructor: Melissa Fasnacht Class Fee: $28
ARM KNITTING
Jump on board and ride the latest knitting trend of “Arm Knitting” Let your arm be the needle as you make this quick & chunky eternity scarf. Several different yarns to choose from and no knitting needles required.
Session One Class Dates: Tuesday, January 21 6–8pm
Skill Level: Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Instructor: Peggy Grey Class Fee: $18
Jump on board and ride the latest knitting trend of “Arm Knitting” Let your arm be the needle as you make this quick & chunky eternity scarf. Several different yarns to choose from and no knitting needles required.
Session One Class Dates: Tuesday, January 21 6–8pm
Skill Level: Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Instructor: Peggy Grey Class Fee: $18
Session Two Class Dates: Sunday January 26 1-3pm
Slip Stitch Cowl
Learn the easy way to knit with 2 colors, Slip Stitches! Also known as Mosaic Knitting, once you have mastered the technique there are many more patterns to choose from.
Session One Class Dates: Wednesday, January 22 1-3pm
Skill Level: Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: two colors of super bulky yarn (we used DeAire)
size 17 - 16" circular needle
stitch marker
Instructor: Melissa Fasnacht Class Fee: $18
Learn the easy way to knit with 2 colors, Slip Stitches! Also known as Mosaic Knitting, once you have mastered the technique there are many more patterns to choose from.
Session One Class Dates: Wednesday, January 22 1-3pm
Skill Level: Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: two colors of super bulky yarn (we used DeAire)
size 17 - 16" circular needle
stitch marker
Instructor: Melissa Fasnacht Class Fee: $18
Session Two Class Dates: Wednesday January 22 6-8pm
Crochet Urban Revival Beanie
This hat is right on trend! Just the right amount of slouch. Crocheted in the round, the band is made separately and added at the end. Students need to know the basics of crochet before taking this class, chain, single crochet, and double crochet.
Class Dates: Mondays, January 27 & February 3 6 - 8pm
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: worsted weight yarn
US 9 crochet hook
darning needle
two buttons
Instructor: Sarah Lilienthal Class Fee: $28
This hat is right on trend! Just the right amount of slouch. Crocheted in the round, the band is made separately and added at the end. Students need to know the basics of crochet before taking this class, chain, single crochet, and double crochet.
Class Dates: Mondays, January 27 & February 3 6 - 8pm
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: worsted weight yarn
US 9 crochet hook
darning needle
two buttons
Instructor: Sarah Lilienthal Class Fee: $28
Girl’s Top Down Cardigan
Knitting from the top down is a great way to learn to knit a sweater. This method allows you to try it on as you knit for a perfect fit. It also has the added benefit of knitting the sweater in one piece for no sewing together in the end! If you have mastered knit and purl 2014 is the time to move on with a simple well written pattern. This child’s sweater has classic style and perfect for transition into spring… later.
Session Class Dates: Tuesdays, January 28, February 4 & 18 6-8pm
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: Knitting Pure and Simple Pattern #296
Yarn light worsted or dk
Size 4 - 24" circular needles
Size 6 - 24" circular needles
Size 4 Double point needles
Size 6 Double Pointed needles (or sizes needed for gauge)
Stitch Markers
scrap yarn
darning needle
One button
Instructor: Sally Idso Class Fee: $38
Knitting from the top down is a great way to learn to knit a sweater. This method allows you to try it on as you knit for a perfect fit. It also has the added benefit of knitting the sweater in one piece for no sewing together in the end! If you have mastered knit and purl 2014 is the time to move on with a simple well written pattern. This child’s sweater has classic style and perfect for transition into spring… later.
Session Class Dates: Tuesdays, January 28, February 4 & 18 6-8pm
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: Knitting Pure and Simple Pattern #296
Yarn light worsted or dk
Size 4 - 24" circular needles
Size 6 - 24" circular needles
Size 4 Double point needles
Size 6 Double Pointed needles (or sizes needed for gauge)
Stitch Markers
scrap yarn
darning needle
One button
Instructor: Sally Idso Class Fee: $38
Aspen Ice Slouchy Hat
Picture skiing down the slopes, the wind in your face and this fun hat on your head. Or maybe you’re just walking across the parking lot. Either way you will look fabulous wearing this hat. It makes a great quick gift too.
Session One Class Dates: Tuesday, January 28 6 – 8pm
Skill Level: Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: super bulky yarn
(our sample is made using Bebette and Silky Flamme together or a single strand of Big Bamboo shown in cream)
size 15 - 16" circular needles
stitch marker
darning needle
Instructor: Peggy Grey Class Fee: $18
Picture skiing down the slopes, the wind in your face and this fun hat on your head. Or maybe you’re just walking across the parking lot. Either way you will look fabulous wearing this hat. It makes a great quick gift too.
Session One Class Dates: Tuesday, January 28 6 – 8pm
Skill Level: Beginner Students need to know: Read Here
Materials Needed: super bulky yarn
(our sample is made using Bebette and Silky Flamme together or a single strand of Big Bamboo shown in cream)
size 15 - 16" circular needles
stitch marker
darning needle
Instructor: Peggy Grey Class Fee: $18
Session Two Class Dates: Wednesday, January 29th 1 - 3pm
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