Knitting Classes
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Knitting University
Thursdays, Sept. 23 – Oct. 28*; 10am–1pm (*No class Oct. 14 due to Sierra Nevada Yarn Crawl) Mondays, Oct. 18 - Nov. 15; 10am-1pm Mondays, Nov. 1 - 29 1:30-4:30pm Mondays, Nov. 22 - Dec. 20; 10am-1pm Super-instructor Debi Padlicki will be back with her very popular weekday sessions of Knitting U. Open to all levels; with a diverse set of projects in progress there are always new tricks and tips to be learned. Bring a project you are currently working on — or a new one you'd like to get started. Class fee: $95. Knitting University Saturdays, Sept. 25 – Oct. 23; 10am - 1pm Join instructor Linda Mathes for her popular Saturday series! Open to all levels; with a diverse set of projects in progress there are always new tricks and tips to be learned. Bring a project you are currently working on — or a new one you’d like to get started. Class fee: $75 
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Knit/Crochet University
Tuesdays, Sept. 21 – Oct. 19; 1:30-4:30pm Work on your own project, at your own pace! This class is for those who want to take their knitting or crochet skills to the next level — as well as for those just starting out…all skill levels welcome! Popular instructor Theresa Ainsworth will help you with techniques, pattern reading, reading gauge, and more! Class fee: $95.
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Building Blocks
Every other Thursday, Oct. 7 – March 10; 3–4:30pm Build your confidence and skills as a knitter in this unique, 12-session class with instructor Theresa Ainsworth. Each block will be a different stitch beginning with simpler patterns and building skills to more complicated patterns. The last class you'll learn how to seam your blocks into a beautiful sampler afghan. You'll need a copy of the Building Blocks booklet by Michelle Hunter (a limited number of hard copies will be available at the shop for $21, or purchase a digital version via Ravelry. ) Class fee: $120.
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My Color Palette Socks
Fridays, Oct. 22 & 29; 10am-1pm
Instructor Debi Padlicki will teach you how to knit a basic pair of colorful socks from the top down using the Magic Loop technique, working 1 at a time. You'll be following a pattern designed and provided free (to registered students) by the instructor, using 2 skeins of Queensland Walkabout and 7 Knitted Wit Gems mini skeins. Suggested for intermediate knitters who know how to knit in the round. Bring to first class: US 6 32” or 40” circular needle. Class fee: $45.
Fridays, Oct. 22 & 29; 10am-1pm
Instructor Debi Padlicki will teach you how to knit a basic pair of colorful socks from the top down using the Magic Loop technique, working 1 at a time. You'll be following a pattern designed and provided free (to registered students) by the instructor, using 2 skeins of Queensland Walkabout and 7 Knitted Wit Gems mini skeins. Suggested for intermediate knitters who know how to knit in the round. Bring to first class: US 6 32” or 40” circular needle. Class fee: $45.
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Night Bloom Sweater
Fridays, Nov. 5, 19 & Dec. 3; 10am-1pm
You’ll learn basic colorwork skills of stranding or Fair Isle 2-handed method from instructor Debi Padlicki—and end up with a cozy, stylish top-down swing sweater. The yarn you will use is tweedy Jodi Long Alba in 2 contrasting colors (and Lofty Lou's has LOTS); the amount will depend on the size of your sweater. Needle sizes: US 4 (16”), US 6 (24” & 40”). Prerequisites: Basic knitting skills, knitting in the round.
Please bring stitch markers, notepad/pen, and a tape measure to the first class. Class fee: $75.
Fridays, Nov. 5, 19 & Dec. 3; 10am-1pm
You’ll learn basic colorwork skills of stranding or Fair Isle 2-handed method from instructor Debi Padlicki—and end up with a cozy, stylish top-down swing sweater. The yarn you will use is tweedy Jodi Long Alba in 2 contrasting colors (and Lofty Lou's has LOTS); the amount will depend on the size of your sweater. Needle sizes: US 4 (16”), US 6 (24” & 40”). Prerequisites: Basic knitting skills, knitting in the round.
Please bring stitch markers, notepad/pen, and a tape measure to the first class. Class fee: $75.
Top-Down Christmas Stocking
Saturdays, Nov. 20 & Dec. 4; 1:30-4:30pm
So many choices! In this class offered by instructor Debi Padlicki, you'll select from 24 unique colorwork charts and knit stockings embellished with anything from penguins to trains to snowflakes…and lots more! The yarn you'll be using is worsted-weight Encore or Lambs Pride, in any color combo you want, whether traditional or unexpected (pink and black, anyone?).
You’ll learn knitting in the round (using Magic Loop method, if you wish) and Fair Isle knitting, either by stranding or locked-in technique. For intermediate-level knitters; prerequisites: Knitting in the round, basic colorwork. Needle sizes: US 6 & 7 (16”). Offered over 2 Saturdays with a weeklong gap in between. Class fee: $45.
Saturdays, Nov. 20 & Dec. 4; 1:30-4:30pm
So many choices! In this class offered by instructor Debi Padlicki, you'll select from 24 unique colorwork charts and knit stockings embellished with anything from penguins to trains to snowflakes…and lots more! The yarn you'll be using is worsted-weight Encore or Lambs Pride, in any color combo you want, whether traditional or unexpected (pink and black, anyone?).
You’ll learn knitting in the round (using Magic Loop method, if you wish) and Fair Isle knitting, either by stranding or locked-in technique. For intermediate-level knitters; prerequisites: Knitting in the round, basic colorwork. Needle sizes: US 6 & 7 (16”). Offered over 2 Saturdays with a weeklong gap in between. Class fee: $45.
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.