After 2+ years, we’re able to offer in-person classes again. We are delighted to share our summer schedule that features talented instructors Kathy Hahn, Tina Woodward, Laurie Anson, and Stephanie Hogan. COVID-19 doesn’t seem to be going anywhere, so we want you to feel safe when you are with us — all classes will be limited to three vaccinated students, and we ask that masks covering the nose and mouth be worn at all times. Welcome back!
The Purl Stitch and Beyond with Kathy Hahn, $20
This is a one hour/one session class, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. It will be offered 4 times in August on the Fridays August 5, 12, 19, and 26.
Add purling to your knitting skill set, and you can do anything! This class will walk you through how to knit the purl stitch and how to work both knits and purls together to make different types of fabric. You will also learn to bind off your knitted piece in this class. Once you’ve learned how to purl, you will be ready to tackle your first project. You will need to bring US Size 7/4.5mm or US Size 8/5mm knitting needles and wool or wool blend yarn.
Intro to Knitting with Kathy Hahn, $20
This is a one hour/one-session class, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. It will be offered 7 times in August on the Wednesdays August 10, 17, 24 and 31 and on the Saturdays August 13, 20 and 27.
If you’ve been wanting to learn to knit, you’ve come to the right place! This class is the very first step that will take you from “interested” to actual knitting. Learn how to cast on and create the knit stitch, what knitted fabric looks like, and what you can make with it. You will need the following materials: US Size 7/4.5mm or US Size 8/5mm knitting needles and a skein of wool or wool blend yarn.
2 Morning Sessions: Intro to Socks Knit on Double Pointed Needles with Laurie Anson, $50
Thursday, August 11 & 18; 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
If you can knit and purl, Laurie can teach you the basics of sock knitting on a sample size sock. You’ll learn all the steps to get you started confidently knitting socks. You will be using double point needles to cast on for the cuff, join in the round, knit a heel flap, and close off the toe. Required skills: you must be able to work the knit and purl stitch. Knowing how to decrease is helpful, but not required. You will need to bring a set of US Size 7/4.5mm double point needles and worsted weight yarn.
Note: Laurie’s class will also be offered in the afternoon, August 11 & 18, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
2 Afternoon Sessions: Intro to Socks Knit on Double Pointed Needles with Laurie Anson, $50
Thursday, August 11 & 18; 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
If you can knit and purl, Laurie can teach you the basics of sock knitting on a sample size sock. You’ll learn all the steps to get you started confidently knitting socks. You will be using double point needles to cast on for the cuff, join in the round, knit a heel flap, and close off the toe. Required skills: you must be able to work the knit and purl stitch. Knowing how to decrease is helpful, but not required. You will need to bring a set of US Size 7/4.5mm double point needles and worsted weight yarn.
Note: Laurie’s class will also be offered in the morning, August 11 & 18, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Intro to Lace Knitting with Tina Woodward, $35
Saturday, August 13, 1:00-2:30 p.m.
Have you ever been knitting and suddenly found a perfectly round hole in the middle of your fabric? This happens often when we’re first starting out, but in this class Tina will show you how to create those holes on purpose! If we use this technique where it’s planned, it can be used to make beautiful lace designs. She will teach you how to read a chart and make a simple snowflake pattern. We recommend using Berroco’s Pima 100 Cotton so you can use your sample as a small cloth when finished.
So, You Want to Knit a Sweater? with Stephanie Hogan, $30
Saturday, September 17, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
If sweaters have long been a goal of yours, this class is for you. Stephanie brings years of sweater knitting experience to this class and will guide you through the in’s and out’s of choosing a pattern that will suit both figure and personal style, how garment construction works, successful swatching to ensure a proper fit, how to choose your materials, and reading a pattern. No supplies are necessary unless you want to bring a notebook and pen for taking notes. At the end of class, you will be confident enough to try your hand at knitting a sweater yourself.