The crochet class listed below is suitable for crocheters who have been actively crocheting and would like to expand their technical skills. If you know how to crochet, but it has been a few years since you picked up a hook and yarn, plese take the Introduction to Crochet class first.

My First Crochet Sweater

Oct. 29 (Wed.) 6-8 p.m. 5 sessions, meets 10/29, 11/5, 11/19, 12/3 & 12/10

Intimidated by customizable patterns? Using Toni Lipsey's HexaGranny Cardigan ($9.50) you will learn to make a cardigan that fits your body. You will learn how to measure yourself and choose your desired fit, how to make a gauge swatch, join crochet pieces, and how to crochet ribbing. You will learn new stitches like how to make a magic ring, back loop only stitches, the granny stitch, and crochet ribbing. We will do all the project planning including yarn shopping during the first class. Come stretch your crochet skills and make yourself a cozy cardigan before winter. By Rebecca Cook.

Supplies to bring, all of which are available at the Yarn Barn:

• Download and print the HexaGranny Cardigan pattern ($9.50).
• Approximately 500-1200 grams in DK weight, 600-1300 grams in worsted weight, or 700-1350 grams in bulky weight. You will figure yarns and amounts based on the size you choose during the first class.
• Your crochet hook size will depend on the size of yarn your choose and what gauge you can get. You will learn about gauge and swatching on the first day of class.
• Size up and down from the crochet hook that gives you gauge.
• Locking stitch markers
• Blunt tapestry needle
• Measuring tape
• Scissors

PARKING: The parking garage is located at 927 New Hampshire Street. Top level parking is free. Level 2 parking is $2.00 to park 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Street level and basement level parking is limited to 2 hours. Pay stations are located at each stairwell on the street level. Sunday parking is free downtown.