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Make 2024 the year you get a taste of knitting sweaters, socks and Christmas ornaments at New England Yarn. Beginner-friendly classes, held almost every month, will build your knitting skills with the help of Dawn, The Stitching Coach.
Saturday June 15, 29 & July 13
Intimidated by socks? This introductory class will dispel the sorcery of sock knitting. Let the Stitching Coach guide you to the next level - knitting your first sock! This class will include using double pointed needles, short row shaping, grafting and picking up stitches.
$75. for 3 sessions
You will also need one ball of West Yorkshire Spinners Bo Peep DK ($10.) and size 6 needles as specified in the free pattern by Kate Atherly. All materials are available at New England Yarn
This class will be held in-store and live on Zoom during the class time. If you are planning to attend remotely please stop by before first day of class to pick up materials or call the shop 860-426-1006 to have materials mailed to you.
Thursday June 27, 2024 9-11am $30.
Are you stuck on a knitting project or have abandoned a challenging knit piece? Bring it to this class and lt The Stitching Coach guide you to the finish line.
Saturday May 4 & 18, 2024 $50.
Curious about knitting a seamless cardigan but not sure where to start? Let the Stitching Coach guide you to knitting your first cardigan-the Pocket Watch Cardigan pictured above. This class will introduce you to raglan shaping, buttonholes and picking up stitches. It is recommended that you choose a baby size for this class.
Materials:
You must have a copy of the book “Knit A Little” by Marie Green in order to join this class. After you have registered, you will be emailed a coupon code for $5. off the cover price valid at New England Yarn online and in-store.
The yarn we are using for this project, Kraemer Perfection Chunky (made in USA), machine wash & dry is available at New England Yarn. 3 balls will make small sizes up to 1-2yrs.
You will also need:
Circular needles-
US size 7: 12" & 24"
US size 6: 24"
US size 5: 24"
Double Point needles 6", US size 5
Five 12-15mm buttons
darning needle
When registering, please let us know in the notes area whether you plan to attend in store or on Zoom.
Thursday
We are thrilled to be partnered with Pam Grushkin - online knit instructor. Pam's got an inspiring line-up of classes scheduled. See the class offerings here
For a Special discount use this code when selecting your Virtual Classes: NewEnglandYarnAndSpindle-CT-10
Virtual knitting classes are the next best thing to being in the shop together.
Do you feel that your knitting looks slapped together rather than professionally seamed? In this class you will learn how to invisibly seam two knitted pieces together. You will leave this class with the confidence that you know how to seam properly.
$25. for one two hour class plus materials
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Have you ever ripped out a project because you discovered a dropped stitch? Often this can be fixed quickly without ripping out. In class you will purposely drop and rescue stockinette knit stitches and garter knit stitches, and leave the class with confidence. $25. plus materials for one two-hour class
Learn how to read and understand crochet patterns. While working on the Sampler Stitch Cowl, we'll discuss the different parts of a written pattern, abbreviations, and common written notation styles. $50.00 for one three-hour session plus materials
Skill Level: Should be familiar with how to chain, slip stitch, single crochet, and double crochet.
Private classes are available for Learn to Knit, and for assistance with a particular technique, pattern or project. Private crochet lessons are also available. We'll try to work with your schedule, scheduling outside of normal store hours when possible.
Please register at least one week prior to scheduled class. Registration is not complete until payment is received.
If we have less than 3 students registered for a group class you will be offered the option of a refund or you may take the class at the teacher's private class rate.
Refunds will be not be given after the registration deadline unless our class minimum is reached.
If a class is canceled due to dangerous weather conditions we will reschedule the class. If we cancel a class for any other reason you will receive a full refund.
Your continued support by purchasing class materials from New England Yarn & Spindle is appreciated and allows us to keep our class rates stable.