February  2012

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Tvaandsstickning-A Basic Hat   See class dates below
  Twining or 2-end knitting is an old Scandinavian technique called tvaandsstickning in Norwegian where both ends of the yarn are alternately worked. By twisting the yarns, the hat is more wind resistant, softer and very elastic unlike the fair isle technique. Students will learn basic twining in the round in a 1x1 rib stitch and in the knit stitch as they begin a child's or adult sized hat in class. This is an advanced beginner class-must be able to knit and purl before taking this class. Experience working in the round is recommended, but not necessary. $25.00 includes pattern.
Class dates (pick one)   Wed. Feb. 1, 2012  9-11am
                                  Mon. Mar. 19, 2012 6-8pm

My First Top Down Pullover or Cardigan See class dates below. Using    Lisa Knits patterns SW041 or SW042, you will be guided through the making of your first top down sweater. Top-down patterns require minimal finishing and are great for the beginner knitter who wants to move on to larger projects. Choose any size from child size 4 through adult's xxl (54" finished chest size). You will receive a 10% discount on materials for this project when you register for the class. It is recommended that you register 2-3 weeks in advance so that we can order yarn in your preferred color(s) if necessary. $50.00 plus materials
Part 1 Sat. 2/4/2012 
Part 2 Sat. 2/18, 2012
Part 3 Sat. 3/10/2012

 

Absolute Beginners Knit  See class dates below   You will learn the basic skills needed to make a scarf, including cast on, knit stitch, and bind off.  You'll also learn about needles, gauge, and how to select the right yarn for your project.  $25.00 plus materials.
Class dates (pick one):    Mon. Feb. 6, 2012 9:30-11am
                                     Tues. Feb. 21, 2012 6-7:30pm 
                              Fri. Mar. 2, 2012 9:30-11am

 

February Baby Sweater 
In this 2-part class, you will learn to knit a quick and easy top-down, lacy baby sweater originally designed by Elizabeth Zimmerman for Vogue Knitting Magazine. If you've always wanted to try an EZ design, this is a good place to start.  $35.00
Class dates (pick either) Mon. Feb. 6, 2012 6-8pm (pt. 2 Feb. 20)
                                    Wed. Feb. 8, 2012 10-12 (pt. 2 Feb. 22)

 

Your Hat-Your Way  A hat knit in the round on a circular needle is a good next step project for the beginner who can knit and purl.  Bring your own pattern to class, or pick a pattern from our selection, make it for a child or an adult.  You will get help choosing a yarn, reading your pattern, working in the round with a circular needle, and finally graduating to double points to complete the hat.  $20.00 includes 2 classes  
Class Dates: Tues. Feb. 7 (pt. 2 Feb. 14) 6-8pm

 

Continental Knitting  See class dates below  Speed up your knitting and give your hands a break!  In Continental knitting, the working yarn is tensioned with you left hand.  This is a basic knitting class for beginners or for those who wish to switch from English-style knitting to Continental.  $15.00
Class dates (pick one):   Fri. Feb. 10, 2012  10-11:30am
                                   Sat. Mar. 3, 2012 10-11:30 am

Block of the Month - Once a month on a Friday - see The Tech Square Afghan

These monthly sessions will help to build your knitting skills one block at a time
  February Block of the Month- Embellishment Square
  Fri. Feb.  10, 2012 5-7pm You will learn: Provisional cast on, knitted cord, embellishments, 3D knitting

March Block of the Month Intarsia Square
 Fri. Mar. 9, 2012 5-7pm  You will learn: provisional cast on, following a chart, interlocking yarns in intarsia knitting

 

Portuguese Knitting 101 See class dates below  What is Portuguese knitting?  It is a style of knitting in which yarn is tensioned around a hooked pin, or around the neck.  Once you learn how to do it, you will notice that your knitting tension is more even, you are knitting faster, you love to purl, and our hands are less tired!  We'll knit a dishcloth Portuguese-style.  $25.00 plus materials.
Class dates (pick one)
 Mon. Feb. 13, 2012 6-7:30pm
Wed. Feb. 29, 2012 9:30-11am

 

Kids Knit A learn to knit class for kids ages 8-11.  Kids will learn the knit stich and begin a project.  $25.00 includes needles & yarn.  Add a friend or parent for a materials fee of $5.00.  Mon. Feb. 20, 2012  9:30-11am                                

Class Policy:
Most classes will be limited to 4-6 students.
If you and at least 2 other friends would like a class at a different date or time, call or email us to schedule a convenient class. 
Please register for classes in advance.  To reserve your spot you may prepay with cash, check or credit card.
10% discount on class material. 
Classes cancelled due to poor weather conditions will be rescheduled.  
If we must cancel a class you will receive a full refund.

Ongoing Free Events:

Open Knit Thursdays 12-2 and 6-8  Work on any project you like, get help with patterns

UFO Sundays - UnFinished Object Sundays are held on the last Sunday of almost every month from 3-5. You are invited to pull those old projects out of the closet and work on them!  Doesn't matter what they are.  There will be no UFO Sunday in December, as we are closed for Christmas.  Please join us at the next UFO - Jan 29, 2012 3-5pm