Classes

Individualized classes can be scheduled whenever the shop is adequately staffed. Please call or stop in to find availability. If a project or technique has you stumped, or this is your opportunity to get assistance.

Skill levels

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Learn to Knit

Knitting NeedlesNo experience necessary! We'll help you get started with needles and yarn.

Learn to Crochet

Crochet!Please call the shop to schedule one-on-one lessons.

Cost: $50


Beaded Fingerless Glove

Beaded MittsEasy fingerless gloves but with the added twist of beaded trim.  You will learn how to add trim to dress up your knitted accessories.  Once you have learned this technique the possibilities are endless.  A small project to get you started.

Lace Shawl

Shawl!Have you ever wanted to learn how to make a lace shawl or scarf but were intimidated by the graph involved? Well this is the class for you. This shawl or scarf is made following only a graph. You will learn how to follow the graph and learn what all those symbols mean.


Abigail Top-Down Sweater

Abigail sweaterReady to move on to sweaters? Then this cute asymmetric sweater is the sweater for you. Must be proficient with beginner skills.

Easy Fingerless Mitts

Easy MittsEasy ribbed mitts, knit on double point needles. This is a quick project and a fun way to learn knitting in the round on double pointed needles.

Learn to Knit Socks

Socks!Handknit socks are so lovely you will never go back to store bought! Tackle your fears of tiny double pointed needles and working in the round with the camaraderie of fellow warriors! The basic knitting skills of knitting, purling, casting on, and binding off are required.


Tubes & Loops

Do double points make you nervous? Have you been avoiding sock and mitten projects? Did you think "Magic Loop" had something to do with Harry Potter? We'll show you different ways to use double points and circulars to work on small diameter projects.

Homework: with any circular needle, cast on 48 sts and work 4 rows garter (knit each row) -- this piece is flat. Leave on the needles

Beaded Beret

Beaded BeretBerets are back!! Learn to knit this stylish accessory with the added bling of beads.


Fixing Mistakes

Wait! Don't rip that out! We can probably fix it ... Find out how to fix most common mistakes.

Homework: with a smooth, light-colored worsted weight yarn, and size 7, 8, or 9 needles, cast on 25 sts and work 14 rows stockinette (knit odd rows; purl even rows). End after purl row. Leave sts on needle

Fair Isle Cuffs

Colorwork is easy when you use 2 hands. These cuffs are a nice introduction to stranded colorwork.

Knitters Math

Don't fear the numbers, make them work for you. We'll talk about gauge and why it's important, gauge swatches, pattern schematics, and how to make smart substitutions.

Cabled E-Reader Sleeve

Find out  how how to cable, and cover your iPad or Kindle or Nook in style. A sleeve will not only protect your reader's screen when you toss it in your purse or backpack, but lets you show off your mad knitting skills, too!

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Class policies: Please stop in or call the shop to register for a class. Payment guarantees your place in the class. Unless otherwise indicated, class fees do not include patterns or supplies; please have your supplies and yarns before arriving for your class. We offer a 10% discount on materials purchased for one of our classes.

Cancellation policy: Full refunds will be given for cancellations up to one week prior to the beginning of a class; no refunds will be given if cancellation is less than 7 days before the class is scheduled to begin. Refund of any purchased class materials will be based on the shop return policy. No partial refund will be issued for sessions not attended. If you must miss a class, please talk with your instructor about whether it is possible to reschedule the missed class; missed classes are rescheduled at the discretion of the instructor.