INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED KNITTING CLASSES

The knitting classes listed below are suitable for knitters who have been actively knitting and would like to expand their technical skills. If you know how to knit, but it has been a few years since you picked up needles and yarn, please take the Introduction to Knitting class first.

INTRODUCTION TO FAIR ISLE KNITTING

Fair Isle knitting, also known as stranded knitting, allows you to work 2 colors within a row. This technique is often accompanied by 2-handed knitting, so you'll also learn how to knit Continental style and English style at the same time. By Mary Mortensen.

K311 June 15 (Sun.) 1:30-3:30 p.m. 1 day $32.00 LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW

INTRODUCTION TO BRIOCHE KNITTING

You will get an introduction to two-color brioche knitting in this class. There are many beautiful brioche patterns that have come out, but some knitters may be intimidated by the technique. You will learn how to interpret the slip stitches, yarn overs, and special brioche knits and purls while working with two highly contrasting colors of worsted weight yarn. By Carla Tilghman

K332 June 23 (Mon.) 6-8 p.m. 1 day $32.00 THIS CLASS IS FULL

BRIOCHE BEYOND THE BASICS: Scarf

Once you have learned the basics in brioche knitting, it's time to work on your first project. This brioche scarf pattern uses 2 colors of worsted weight yarn for you to get creative with color. You will review how to make brioche increases and decreases, follow a pattern, and learn how to correct mistakes. By Carla Tilghman.

K341 July 17 (Thur.) 6-8 p.m. 3 weeks $52.00 LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW

INTRODUCTION TO MOSAIC KNITTING: Stray Sheep Coaster

You can add color to your knitting while working with only one color at a time. Learn the mosaic knitting technique while creating an adorable sheep-themed coaster. You'll want to knit a whole flock of these! By Cheryl Murray.

K312 July 10 (Thur.) 6-8 p.m. 1 day $32.00 LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW

MY FIRST SOCKS-Magic Loop Method

Everyone needs a nice pair of socks. Summer Lee's I'm So Basic sock pattern is free from Ravelry and is a great way to learn how to make socks using the Magic Loop method. Your contrasting heels and toes are not only adorable but will highlight the new skills you learn. By Katie Werner.

K354 July 24 (Thur.) 6-8 p.m. 5 weeks, skip 8/7 $58.00 LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW

NO INTARSIA? KNOW INTARSIA!

Intarsia is the technique for knitting blocks of color. Learn to handle multiple colors, to avoid holes when changing colors, and to read intarsia charts. By Mary Mortensen.

K314 Aug. 3 (Sun.) 1:30-3:30 p.m. 1 day $32.00 LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW

• All class enrollments must include payment.
• Students must be 16 years or older to sign up for classes unless they are specifically kids' classes.
• Unless otherwise noted, cancellations must be made 3 days prior to class starting to receive a refund or store credit.
• Yarn Barn will cancel a class 3 days prior to class start if the enrollment is below the minimum number; refunds will be issued.
• Unless noted, materials are not included in the class fee; we have a recommended list of supplies for each class.
• Students will receive a discount off most yarns during the class period.

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