Knit up a fun pair of self striped mittens and add a little flair on the edges with a mock cable ruffle.You will learn how to knit in the round with double pointed needles and how to make a thumb.Students need to know only the basics of knitting before taking this class, cast on, cast off, knit stitch and purl stitch. You will need 2 balls of the Reality yarn, one set of size 7 double pointed needles, pattern and stitch markers.
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Class Dates:Mon.Sep. 20 & 276:00pm-8:00pmCost:$28
Instructor:Terry Pedersen
CONTINENTAL BEGINNER KNITTING
Learn to knit faster (and easier on the hands/wrists).Continental knitting (sometimes called “picking”) is where the yarn is held in the left hand and “picked” with the working needle.By holding the yarn in the left hand, you avoid dropping the needle to loop the yarn leading to a faster – more even work.This way of knitting can also be easier for a left-handed person or a crocheter to pick up.You will need one ball of Encore Chunky yarn and size 10 ½ needles.
Skill Level:Beginner – Ages 12 and up
Class Dates: Tue. Sept. 21 & 286:00pm-8:00pmCost:$28
Instructor:Peggy Grey
CIRCLE VEST/SHAWL
Knitted in one large circle, this vest can either be worn short with a deep shawl collar or longer with a shallow collar.Fasten with a shawl pin or let it drape open.Students need to know the basics of knitting before taking this class, cast on, cast off, knit stitch, purl stitch, and increasing.You will need 2 or 3 balls(depending on size of vest you will make) ofNoro Silk Garden Sock, size 10 double pointed needles, 16” circular, 24” circular, stitch markers, size 11 needle for casting off and size H crochet hook.
Skill Level:Advanced Beginner
Class Dates:Wed.Sep. 22, 29 and Oct. 136:00pm-8:00pmCost:$38
Instructor:Jane Leverenz
KNIT BEADED JEWERLY
Design your own necklaceor bracelet to match your favorite outfit.We will have lots of color combinations to choose from.This is a quick project that you will be able to wear later that night.Makes a great gift too!You can choose all of your materials the night of the class.We will even have pendants from Stick & Stones on hand.You will need size 314” straight needles for this class. Students need to know the basics of knitting before taking this class, knit, purl, cast-on, and cast-off.
Skill Level:Beginner
Class Dates:Sat. Sept. 25 1-3ORTue. Oct. 19 6-8ORTue. Nov. 166-8Cost:$18
Instructor:Peggy Grey
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.Students need to know the basics of knitting before taking this class,cast on, cast off, knit stitch and purl stitch.You will need 2 balls of Worsted weight sock yarn, size 5 to 8(we will work on gauge the first class and determine which size is best for you) 9 in. circular needle, one set double pointed needles in matching size to your circular and stitch markers.
Skill Level:Advanced BeginnerCost:$38
Class Dates:Sat. Oct. 2 & 1610:30am-12:30pm,Wed. Oct. 206:00pm-8:00pm
Instructor:Melissa Seitzer
BEGINNER KNITTING
Learn basic knitting skills.You will learn to cast-on, knit, purl, increases, decreases and casting off. Upon completion of this class you’ll be ready to embark on just about anything.Let us guide you on your journey into fun with all kinds of project ideas & fibers.Needles and yarn for practice are included the cost of the class.In conjunction with Mankato community education.
Skill Level:BeginnerAges 8 & Up
Class Dates:Mon.Oct. 4, 18 & 256:00 to 8:00pmCost:$42
Instructor:Terry Pedersen
HEEL & TOE WORKSHOPS
To celebrate SOCKtober Fest learn two heels and three toes in an afternoon.
Students need to know the basics of knitting before taking this class, cast on, cast off, knit stitch, purl stitch, increase and decrease.You will need worsted weight yarn, size 7 double point needles, stitch markers, and darning needle.
Skill Level:Advance Beginner
Class Dates:Sun. Oct. 10ORSat. Oct. 231:30pm-4:30pmCost:$25
Instructor:Jane LeverenzTerry Pedersen
FYI:YARN WEIGHTS & GAUGES
This class will tackle one of the toughest things for a new knitter to grasp.We’ll
talk about the basic guidelines that categorize most yarns.You’ll learn how to
manipulate your gauge, needle size and pattern to be able to substitute yarns for any
pattern.You’ll also learn about different fibers and their characteristics.By the end
of this class you’ll be able to find patterns to fit your yarns and yarns to fit your
patterns.
Skill Level:Beginner
Dates:Tue.Oct.266:00pm-8:00pmCost:$18
Instructor:Peggy Grey
BEGINNER CROCHET
Learn the basic stitches of crochet like chain, single/double/triple crochet stitches plus much more.Upon completion of this class you’ll be ready for great things such as home décor items, scarves, sweaters and baby things.Hook and practice yarn are included in the cost of the class.In conjunction with Mankato Community Education.
Skill Level:Beginner – Ages 8 & Up
Class Dates:Wed. Oct. 27, Nov. 3 & 106:00 to 8:00pmCost. $42
Instructor:Terry Pedersen
LEAF BLADE SCARF
This Leaf scarf is knit in two halves starting in the center back.You will learn a provisional cast on and how to pick these stitches up to knit the second half. You will learn how to use lace charts for this scarf.Students need to know the basics of knitting before taking this class, cast on, cast off, knit stitch, purl stitch, increasing, decreasing, and yarn over.
Skill Level:Intermediate
Class Dates:Mon.Nov. 1, 8 & 226:00pm-8:00pmCost:$38
Instructor:Jane Leverenz
ENTRELAC KNITTING WORKSHOP
Entrelac is an interwoven design that looks complicated until you do it.If you can knit & purl, knit stitches together & pick up stitches, you can easily do entrelac.If you choose to learn to “knit backwards” it will go fast.There are many patterns to choose from when using this technique. You will need either self-striping worsted weight yarn or two solid colors and size 7 or 8 straight needles.
Skill Level:Advanced Beginner
Class Date:Sat. Nov. 61:00pm-4:00pmCost:$25
Instructor:Jane Leverenz
BEGINNER CABLES
Always wanted to learn how to make cables?Now is your chance to find out how easy they are.We will be making a scarf in class that would be great for men or women.You will learn how to use a cable needle, create right slanting cables and left slanting cables.Students need to know the basics of knitting before taking this class, cast on, cast off, knit stitch and purl stitch.You will need bulky yarn (sample was knit with Sulka), size 11 needles and a large cable needle.
Skill Level:Beginner
Class Dates: Mon.Nov.156:00pm-8:00pmCost:$18
Instructor:Melissa Seitzer
TOP DOWN BABY SWEATER
Make a cute and cozy sweater for the little one in your life.This is a quick sweater that starts at the neck and works its way down on circular needles with no need to sew anything together in the end.If you have never made a top down sweater it is a lot of fun. Students need to know the basics of knitting before taking this class, cast on, cast off, knit stitch, purl stitch, and increase.You will need bulky weight yarn, 16” circular needle in size 10 ½and 8, double pointed needles in size 10 ½ and 8, stitch markers and scrap yarn.
Grab a couple friends and have a blast with this one. Bring in a ready-made sweater (denim or sweatshirt works, too)or a felted purse that needs some pizzazzand we’ll show you how.We’ll provide the fibers, yarn & beads for you to create a totally unique work of art.You won’t believe how easy & fun it is.All you need to purchase is a needle felting tool.Your workshop fee includes everything else.You may bring one large project or two small ones.
Skill Level: Beginner – Age 7 and up
Class Dates:Sat. Oct. 30orSat. Nov. 201:00pm
Instructor:Peggy GreyCost:$25
GENERAL INFORMATION
Beginner Classes are for those who know the basics: Cast-on, Cast-off, Knit stitch, Purl stitch and are ready to learn more.Except for the beginning knitting class where you will learn all of this.
Advanced Beginner Classes are for those who have ventured past Cast-on, Cast-off, Knit stitch, Purl stitch and know how to Increase and Decrease.The Advanced Beginner is ready to learn even more.
We would like to know what you think!What classes would you like to take? What times do you want to take classes?Feel free to e-mail us with suggestions or just let us know.We will offer private classes for groups of 3 and up.Just let us know what you want to learn and what time works for your group.
Please call for additional details and to register.Class fee does not include cost of materials unless otherwise noted.Supplies may be purchased prior to the class at a 10% discount with proof of registration.Classes must be paid for upon registration.Sign-up deadlines are one week prior to the start of the class.You will be notified of class cancellation at this time as well.Sorry, but we are not able to offer make-up classes if you are unable to attend.
No refunds will be issued without two weeks prior notice to class start date.
As always, please feel free to come in for any help you might need or just bring your project and sit and stitch a while.
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