KNITTING CLASSES

BEGINNING KNITTING CLASSES

If you are new to knitting and want to learn or if it has been a few years since you have picked up yarn and needles, these classes are a great way to get into knitting.

BEGINNING KNITTING—WARM HAT

Learn basic knitting stitches while completing your first hat.  Hat will be knit in the round using the magic loop technique.  You will learn the foundations of knitting by learning in the continental style.  By the end of class, you will come away with a warm hat with a light texture and the skills to make the matching mitten set in the pattern.  By Rebecca Cook.

K122  June 22 (Thurs.), 6-8 p.m.  4 weeks  $54.00                   LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW!

INTRODUCTION TO KNITTING

In this introduction to knitting, you will learn how to start knitting (knit, purl, cast-on, bind-off) by making a sampler using bulky weight yarn.  For those who don’t have time for a full beginning class, this will get you up and knitting or will refresh your knitting skills from years gone by.  By Cheryl Murray.

K171  June 24 (Sat), 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 1 day     $40.00                  LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW!

K172  Aug. 12 (Sat), 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 1 day      $40.00                  LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW!

INTRODUCTION TO KNITTING PART 2

You’ve learned to knit and purl, now it’s time to add some more techniques to your knitting bag.  In this class, we’ll review the basics and learn an alternate cast-on (or two), how to increase and decrease, create ribbing, and even make a simple cable.  We’ll also talk about pattern reading and the importance of gauge.  Boost your knitting confidence.  By Cheryl Murray.

K111  July 9 (Sun.), 1-4 p.m.  1 day      $35.00                   LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW!

BEGINNING KNITTING FOR KIDS

Is your child interested in knitting but you're not sure where to begin?  This is the perfect class!  They will learn the basic techniques of casting on, binding off, seaming, and the knit stitch while they make a small bean bag toy.  We will provide the pattern and beans for stuffing.  You will need to buy one skein worsted weight yarn (we were recommend Encore), straight knitting needle size 7 or 8, and tapestry needle for seaming.  Recommended age: 8 and up.  By Bethanie Halsey.

K121  June 22 (Thurs.), 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.  2 weeks     $35.00                   LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW!

FIBER CAMP FOR KIDS AND ADULTS

Join us for a week of fiber fun at Fiber Camp!  Sample several fiber crafts before you go all-in on a new hobby.  Each day will focus on a specific craft.  We will use a traditional dyeing technique for cellulose fibers to dye one-of-a-kind yarn that you will use in a later class.  We will use a potholder loom for weaving both with traditional fabric loops and with knitting yarn to make a simple tabby weave.  We will learn the basics stitches for knitting and crochet.  Many of the project options are squares so if you find a craft you love, you can continue making multiple squares on your own to join for a larger project like a blanket!  Please note that the morning session is for kids aged 10 and up.   Parents and other family members are welcome to join the child, but the class is priced per person and each person attending will need to have their own pack of class materials.  By Rebecca Cook.

W61  Kids/Family June 12-16 (Mon.-Fri.) 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.  $75.00 LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW!

W62  Adult only June 12-16 (Mon.-Fri.) 1:30- 3:30 p.m.                     $75.00 LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW!