Toe-Up Socks on 2 Circular Needles - Intermediate
It's time to go toe-up! Elif teaches this 3-week class based on Cat Bordhi's "Master Coriolis Sock" from New Pathways for Sock Knitters. Find out how easy knitting on two circulars can be! At the end of the course, you'll be off and running to create your own socks based on this oh-so-popular book AND you'll have an awesome jump on your holiday knitting!
Because this is an Intermediate class, there is a pre-requisite:
You MUST have completed at least one traditional sock in the round on circulars or DPNs.
$65 plus materials
Dates:
Sundays, July 20th, 27th, and August 3rd, 1-3 pm
OR
Sundays August 17th, 24th, and 31st, 1-3 pm
Please specify which dates in the SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS section of the ORDER PAGE.
Materials:
You need only ONE skein of sock yarn. You may choose ONE from the following list:
CASBAH from Handmaiden
CASHLANA, SEA WOOL or NOVA SOCKS from Fleece Artist
BAMBOOLICIOUS, TENCELICIOUS or BLING from Zen Yarn Garden
(2) US 1 or 2, 16" or 24" Circular Needles (you may use one 16" and one 24" if you'd prefer not to buy two needles the same size)
New Pathways for Sock Knitters, Vol. 1 by Cat Bordhi
Yarn Needle for Weaving in Ends
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Continental Knitting Workshop - Advanced Beginner
Curious about continental? Is it faster? Is it easier on your hands? Come find out. Jenny teaches this two-hour workshop on the continental method. Bring your straight needles and some scrap yarn to practice the technique or purchase some yarn to make yourself a continental treat! The only prerequisite for this class is that you already know how to knit and purl.
$35.00 plus materials (if needed)
Dates:
Friday, July 18th, 2-4 pm
OR
Monday, August 18th, 1-3 pm
Please specify which date in the SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS section of the ORDER PAGE.
Materials:
Scrap Yarn (enough to make a sizeable gauge swatch)
Straight Needles (appropriate size for the type of yarn you are using)
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Rosalie Scarf (Intro to Lace) - Advanced Beginner
This scarf is the perfect first lace project. You'll learn a variety of traditional lace stitches in a short amount of time. This lightweight scarf is made from only one ball of Simply Shetland's Lambswool & Cashmere, and would make a lovely gift. Get a jump on your Christmas knitting by celebrating the Victorian tradition of Christmas in July!
$45 plus materials
Dates:
Mondays, July 21st and 28th, 2-4 pm
Materials:
(1) ball of Simply Shetland's Lambswool & Cashmere, (Jenny used #1294 "Red Hot" for her sample).
US 6 Single Point Needles
Stitch Holder
Yarn Needle
Book: Simply Shetland 4 at Tomales Bay
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Help Me! I'm Stuck! - Private Lesson
Did you drop a stitch? Can't figure out the pattern? Can't remember how to cast on or bind off? What the heck is Kitchener stitch? Rest assured, you are NOT alone! Schedule an appointment and we'll get you back on track.
$10 per hour
Dates:
Please make an appointment by calling 503.223.3229
Materials:
None, but PLEASE, PLEASE bring your pattern and RESIST THE URGE TO RIP OUT your mistake. It's easier for us to diagnose the problem if we can see the mistake.
Beginning Crochet - Absolute Beginner
If you're like Tricia, there are about 10 different cute, crochet animals you want to make. You'll just have to learn how to crochet first. This 2 hour class will get you comfortable with the basics and reading an easy pattern. Then you're off to create your own cute, little toys!
$25 plus materials
Dates:
Sunday, July 13th, 2-4 pm
OR
Sunday, August 10th, 2-4 pm
Please specify which date in the SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS section of the ORDER PAGE.
Materials:
Yarn, Determined by You!
Crochet Hook, Size Determined by Yarn
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Beginning Knitting - Absolute Beginner
Have a little free time this summer? Want to delve a little deeper into the craft of knitting? This two week class will teach you the long-tail cast on method, the knit and purl stitches, basic increases and decreases, picking up a dropped stitch, and binding off. You'll also learn about choosing yarns and fibers, the importance of gauge swatches, and how to read a simple pattern.
$45 plus materials
Dates:
Wednesdays, July 9th and 16th, 2-4 pm
OR
Fridays, August 15th and 22nd, 1-3 pm
Please specify which dates in the SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS section of the ORDER PAGE.
Materials:
Yarn-Your Choice!
Single Point Needles-Determined by Yarn
Yarn Needle for Weaving in Ends
Dublin Bay's FREE pattern, because WE LOVE EWE!
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Absolute Beginner Class - Private - Knitting or Crochet
Always wanted to learn how to knit, but haven't felt like a 4-week class commitment? Make an appointment for a 1-hour, private lesson. This class is designed to make you comfortable with the fundamentals of knitting. We'll help you choose a suitable yarn then teach you the long-tail cast on method. After that, it's on to the knit stitch (and time-permitting, the purl stitch too). You get one on one help, and we get someone to appreciate our lovely shop. When you're ready to cast-off, come back to the store, and we'll show you how—for free.
***This class is also available in Crochet.
$10.00 per hour plus materials
Dates:
Please make an appointment by calling 503.223.3229
Materials:
Determined by you!