We offer classes for the beginner to the expert. Check the calendar for class dates and be sure to come by the shop to see the class samples!
Knitting 101
You can learn to knit! Class size is limited to three people so that each person gets very individual attention. All supplies are provided and at the end of the two lessons, you will have a strong foundation to knit many projects.
Class Fee: $45.00, which includes all necessary supplies.
Class Details: 2 2-hour sessions over two days, scheduled around shop time and a time convenient to you.
Beginning Knitting, the Next Steps
Now you know how to knit and purl. What’s next? Here is a technique class that will help you take the next steps in your knitting adventure. Class 1 will cover increases and decreases (Do you know how many different ones there are?); Class 2 will cover how to read a pattern and seaming
Class Details: 2 2-hour classes
Class Fee: $30
Supplies: Light colored worsted weight yarn. (light colors help you see your stitches) Knitting needles (any size from US7 -US10) Tapestry Needle
Fixing your mistakes
Learn how to: Pick up dropped stitches. Frog. Tink. Recognize stitch orientation. Use a life line.
Class Details: 1 2-hour class
Class Fee: $15
Supplies: Light colored worsted weight yarn (light colors help you see your stitches). Knitting needles - One pair in your favorite working size, US size 2 circulars 24”. Crochet hook.
Elizabeth Zimmerman's Adult Surprise Jacket
Let’s have fun making E. Zimmerman’s Adult Surprise Jacket
It is easy.
It is fun….and, it knits up surprisingly fast, too.
Class Fee: $50.00 plus supplies
Class Details: 4 3-hour sessions. Also an optional class to help choose yarns and needles.
Supplies:
Two circular knitting needles of the same size that are the size you intend to use – one of these must be over 40 inches. The other can be whatever length you have on hand.
Three stitch markers (you may want to use an additional two markers that can be placed on a single stitch and removed as necessary, such as the markers shaped like a safety pin, or with a split in the marker.
Crochet hook – the size should correspond with your knitting needles – I can help you determine this in class as you won’t need this until toward the end.
Buttons, should you choose to use them. If not, your jacket will not self destruct, but will be a lovely cardigan.
Tapestry needle – for sewing the shoulder seam.
Bring in your favorite fitting sweater…we will use this to take measurements.
YARN… (Approximately 1,500 – 2,000 yards)Now, this is the fun part! Use as many colors as your heart desires. Have fun with this – throw in something sparkly if you want, or something funky… This jacket may be made with lace weight, chunky weight, and anything in between. You will need to use about the same weight yarns throughout, except…… when you don’t want to. The main thing is to use mostly the same weight and then throw in some of the other yarn.
Elizabeth Zimmerman's Baby Surprise Jacket
What a delight this project is. The class gives all the information you will need to complete this wonderful, one-piece project. As you work on it, the piece looks like nothing at all, but finished, it is folded into the cutest baby jacket that you ever could see.
The pattern used is a step-by-step adaptation of Elizabeth Zimmerman's original pattern. Choose from a number of different yarns to complete. Stop by the shop and see all of the different combinations.
Class Fee: $50.00, plus supplies Supplies: Pattern is included. See Paula for yarn/needle recommendations.
Class Details: 3 2-hour sessions. A fourth time is optional to complete your garment with friends.
Learn to Knit Socks
Our prize-winning instructor Peggy Kassees has taught many an eager soul this wonderful craft (including me). Peggy is a great teacher and so very patient. I had sworn that I would NEVER work with such tiny needles, but she has won me over! I have made three pairs of socks! Will wonders ever cease? This summer, Peggy won an international competition with Cherry Tree Hill Yarn with her most wonderful “Flamewalker Socks” pattern. The pattern is available in this shop, but more importantly, her incredible creative energy and gifts as a teacher are available to you right here.
Class Fee: $50.00 class fee plus supplies. Preregistration is required.
Supplies: You will need 2 Addi Turbo 24” circular needles in size 2 circular needles, sock yarn, a small crochet hook to pick up stitches, two stitch markers ( small rubber bands work great for this purpose) and a tapestry/yarn needle, all available in the shop. We have a great selection of sock yarn in a wide variety of colors – from mild mannered to very vibrant.
Class Details: 3 2-hour sessions. You will learn basic sock knitting from the cuff down using two circular needles, how to do the heel stitch, how to turn the heel, how to do the gusset, toe decreases, and finally the Kitchener Stitch. You will receive a detailed basic sock pattern plus some tips on designing your own socks. The classes are for those with basic knitting skills, you will need to know how to cast on, how to knit and purl and how to slip stitch. Please note: This class does require you to do “homework” in order to be prepared for the next lesson.
