Knitting Classes
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Knitting University
(5 class sessions; $85) 
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Knitting University is a comprehensive series of classes for the serious knitter. All levels of knitters are welcome. Students are encouraged to work on projects of their choice.
For the beginning knitter, it starts with the basics. Learn to cast on, knit and purl, and bind off. You also learn to read a pattern, recognize garter and stockinette stitch, and create a border. In each lesson, you build on your knowledge by learning how use circular and double pointed needles, increase and decrease, join colors, and make i-cords.
You now know everything needed to move on to the project of your choice and learn other techniques such as cable stitch, lace knitting, sweaters, and color-work. In doing these projects more in-depth pattern and chart reading is covered, knitting a gauge swatch, sizing a garment, and bind-off alternatives such as 3 needle or i-cord bind-offs.
More experienced knitters will benefit from learning new techniques and exchanging ideas with others. This course offers an opportunity to revisit those lurking, nagging UFOs you've stashed away for "later" -- expert instructors get you over the hurdles so you can finish them. A part of each 3 hour session is spent on a particular technique that may be useful to you in your knitting projects.
For the beginning knitter, it starts with the basics. Learn to cast on, knit and purl, and bind off. You also learn to read a pattern, recognize garter and stockinette stitch, and create a border. In each lesson, you build on your knowledge by learning how use circular and double pointed needles, increase and decrease, join colors, and make i-cords.
You now know everything needed to move on to the project of your choice and learn other techniques such as cable stitch, lace knitting, sweaters, and color-work. In doing these projects more in-depth pattern and chart reading is covered, knitting a gauge swatch, sizing a garment, and bind-off alternatives such as 3 needle or i-cord bind-offs.
More experienced knitters will benefit from learning new techniques and exchanging ideas with others. This course offers an opportunity to revisit those lurking, nagging UFOs you've stashed away for "later" -- expert instructors get you over the hurdles so you can finish them. A part of each 3 hour session is spent on a particular technique that may be useful to you in your knitting projects.
Knitting for Beginners
Come learn the the basic skills of knitting including casting on your project, knitting and purling, bind off, reading a pattern, selecting the right yarn, and more. This class is intended for beginners of people who haven't knit for a long time but want to start again.
Come learn the the basic skills of knitting including casting on your project, knitting and purling, bind off, reading a pattern, selecting the right yarn, and more. This class is intended for beginners of people who haven't knit for a long time but want to start again.
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Color your Knits with Marls
NOTE: CLASS IS FULL BUT WE ARE TAKING NAMES FOR A WAIT LIST This class will be using a combination of Marling combined with sequence knitting. Marling can be used in any number of projects to create a new fabric that is entirely your own. Experiment with combining colors and stitch patterns. We'll discuss when and why you'd want to use marling as well as when marling might not be a good choice for your project. Prerequisite: basic knitting skills, cast on, knit, purl, bind-off. |
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Knit/Crochet University
(5 class sessions; $85)
Fiber crafters of all levels are welcome to this combination class! Bring a project you'd like to work on, or, if you don't have a project in mind, the instructor will help you pick one out. This and all of our other University classes are a great opportunity to tackle those UFOs, gain new skills and assistance from an expert, and make new friends.
(5 class sessions; $85)
Fiber crafters of all levels are welcome to this combination class! Bring a project you'd like to work on, or, if you don't have a project in mind, the instructor will help you pick one out. This and all of our other University classes are a great opportunity to tackle those UFOs, gain new skills and assistance from an expert, and make new friends.
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Mitered Felted Bag
(2 class sessions; $45) This cute, versatile bag is just the right size for carrying along wherever the day takes you. While mitered knitting looks complicated, anyone who knows how to knit, purl and do decreases (ssk and k2tog) can do it! Be sure to read the Class Information Sheet beforehand as there is a little “homework” involved. |
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Beginning Lace
(5 class sessions; $85) Intimidated by lace? Confused by charts? This is the class for you! But don't let its name fool you – it’s for ALL levels of lace knitters – newbies through advanced – who want to get started or increase their skills. All you need is basic knitting know-how (knit, purl, cast on, bind off). Your instructor will provide a number of patterns (two are pictured here), ranging from entry-level projects to more complex designs requiring a variety of techniques. The class will be a mix of skill and technique discussions, while still providing ample time to work on (and get help with) your chosen project. |
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Magic Loop 101
(1 class session; $25) Haven't tried this terrific technique for knitting in the round yet? It's high time you did! Magic Loop eliminates the need for multiple double-pointed needles (so easy to lose or break!); instead, you'll use a single, long circular needle to knit your entire project, from top to bottom -- or vice versa! Great for socks, hats, sleeves, or any project that requires knitting in the round in a smaller circumference. Prerequisite: Experience knitting in the round.
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How to register:
To reserve you place or check for availability, please stop by or call the store at (530) 642-2270. Full payment is necessary to hold your seat in the class. If minimum class size of three students is not met one week prior to the first class, all fees will be refunded and class will be canceled. None of the classes include supplies unless otherwise noted. Check the Class Information Sheet for each class to find out what to bring as well as more details on what you'll learn, what you'll make, prerequisites, and how the class is structured.
To reserve you place or check for availability, please stop by or call the store at (530) 642-2270. Full payment is necessary to hold your seat in the class. If minimum class size of three students is not met one week prior to the first class, all fees will be refunded and class will be canceled. None of the classes include supplies unless otherwise noted. Check the Class Information Sheet for each class to find out what to bring as well as more details on what you'll learn, what you'll make, prerequisites, and how the class is structured.