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Knit Your Hat

February 2, 9 & 23 6:30pm -8:30pm

Instructor: Anna Fasoldt

Cost: $50

plus $20 -$28 material fee for yarn due on first day of class

amount depending on yarn chosen

for (3) sessions

Bring: size 7 16" circular knitting needles and size 7 double point needles

Need to know knitting basics for this workshop

In this workshop you will learn to use circular needles and double pointed to knit a hat using wool yarn.

First class you will learn about importance of knitting gauge and project planning

Second class you will begin to knit your hat

Third class you will finish your hat

Movie Night Socks

To Be Arranged - contact studio if interested

Cost: $85 (includes material fee for merino wool/ alpaca yarn

and pattern by Sarah Bronske

Materials: (4) Double point needles size 10 1/2

tape measure

stitch markers and cable needle

Basic knitting skills required.

Contact studio if you have any questions

or would like to arrange a basic knitting lesson prior to this workshop

Great first sock pattern!

Movie Night Slipper Socks are wonderfully cozy, you won’t want to take them off on cold days. These socks are super easy and addicting to make! Once you've made a pair for yourself, make more for perfect for gifts

Beaded Stitch Markers

You can make both types of stitch markers

Instructor: Beth McCoy

Cost: $25

plus material fee due on first day of class paid to instructor

Materials

$5.00 for a set of 8 simple stitch markers - rings with the single bead

$10.00 for a set of the dangly ones -firewire and multiple beads

All other materials and tools provided

Beginners encouraged and welcome

Learn to make fancy beaded stitch markers for knitting project

1898 Hat

Instructor: Anna Fasoldt

If interested,contact studio to set up class

Cost: $50

for (3) 1 hour sessions

Materials :180 yards of worsted weight yarn

16 in. US Size 7/4.5mm circular needle

Set of US Size 7/4.5mm dpn

(If you are a tight knitter, substitute US Size 8/5mm needles.) Two stitch markers Yarn needle

Must have beginning knitting experience

You will learn some advanced knitting techniques when knitting this very warm hat.

Sock Knitting - Magic Loop

Instructor: Carin Randall

Cost: $65

for (4) 1.5 hour sessions

Tuesdays September 19 & 26, October 3 & 10

6:00 - 7:30 pm

Learn to knit socks using the Magic Loop Method

Dive into the world of sock knitting! Over 4 sessions you will learn to make cuff down socks. Create cuff, Heel flap, heel turning using short rows, picking up stitches for making a gusset and the Kitchener stitch to close the toe. You will learn by making one sock and make the second on your own with what you've learned. The class includes sock pattern

Supplies to bring:

- 100 grams Fingering weight sock yarn (should include nylon or acrylic or silk for strength)

- Circular knitting needles US size 1 (2.25mm) with 32" cable length

- Darning needle

- Stitch markers

contact studio with any questions on supplies

Experience Level: Advanced beginner. must know how to cast on, and basic knit and purl stitches.

Headband/Cowl - Knitting

Instructor: Carin Randall

Cost: $65

for (3) 1.5 hour sessions

Tuesdays November 14, 21 & 28

6:00 - 7:30 pm

So you’ve taken a beginner class and you’ve learned how to knit and purl stitches. Now what?!

This class is the perfect stepping stone! Join us in making your choice of headband or cowl. This class offers a simple pattern using a knit and purl stitch to complete the softest headband/cowl around perfect for the upcoming fall weather! You will learn how to cast on a provisional stitch, join in the round, and complete a seamless Kitchener stitch.

Material list will be supplied upon registration

If you have not taken a beginner class or need a refresher, no worries! Schedule a beginner/refresher class with Carin in preparation for this class!

Experience Level: Advanced beginner. must know how to cast on, and basic knit and purl stitches.