General Knitting

Where a Knitting Kit is mentioned, you should bring the following items:

Must have: various sizes crochet hooks (based on yarn you are working with), ruler, scissors, pencil, large and small tapestry (blunt or darning) needles (we prefer bent-tip needles).

Nice to have: point protectors (if you use them), sticky notes, cable needle, row counter, stitch markers (including locking stitch markers), calculator, stitch holders, needle gauge, tape measure.

3571 Focus on Lace

Dates: Saturday, 9/26/2009, 10/24/2009, 11/21/2009, 1/9, 1/30 and 2/27, 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm, 6 sessions

Lace is elegant, timeless, intricate and not as difficult as you'd think (really!). This class, presented in "boot camp" style, exposes you to many different lace patterns, chart reading and writing, garment construction and design and lace history. Expect a significant amount of homework. All "Focus on" classes culminate with a full-sized knitted garment (it's our reward after all those swatches).

Required supplies and equipment: See HANDOUT

Required Books: See HANDOUT

Prerequisite: Intermediate knitter; fairly comfortable with patterned knitting.

2560 Knitting Boot Camp

Dates: B - Wednesdays, 10/7/2009, 11/11/2009, 12/2/2009, 1/13, 2/10, 3/10, 4/21 and 5/5, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, 8 sessions

OR

Dates: C - Saturdays, 10/10/2009, 11/14/2009, 12/5/2009, 1/16, 2/13, 3/13, 4/24 and 5/8, 8:30 am to 10:30 am, 8 sessions

OR

Dates: D - Tuesday, 1/12, 1/26, 2/9, 2/23, 3/9, 3/23, 4/13 and 4/27, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, 8 sessions

Kick your knitting up a notch! Joan will lead you through knitting from beginning to end. Each session focuses on different swatches and builds a reference portfolio. For this class to be successful for you, you must have time to devote to the class work and be fairly comfortable with knitting. Please refer to our class progression recommendations on the website and in the shop for more details -- we want you to get the most from this learning experience.

Required supplies and equipment: Boot Camp Handout Three skeins worsted weight wool yarn at least 200 yards each (two in white or cream and the other in a light color) such as Shepherd's Wool. Optional, different color of same yarn for making Teddy Bear Sweater - approx. 150 yards. Please no acrylics. US size 5 (3.75mm) and 7 (4.5mm) 8-inch double point needles (you may want two sets of the size 7s). Three small stitch holders. Tapestry needle (Chibi bent tip recommended). Scissors, seaming pins, calculator, crochet hook: US size E, note paper and pen, small amount wool roving or fiber fill, split ring and locking stitch markers, ruler and tape measure, marking tags with string (recommended Avery 11012, size 2-3/4 by 1-11/16" available at Staples), and a 3-inch loose leaf notebook with sheet protectors.

Required Books: Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book - and - Knitter's Book of Finishing Techniques, Nancy Wiseman

Prerequisite: Intermediate level knitter, must have recently completed a project; felted bags, socks, mittens, etc.

2560 Knitting Boot Camp

Dates: B - Wednesdays, 10/7/2009, 11/11/2009, 12/2/2009, 1/13, 2/10, 3/10, 4/21 and 5/5, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, 8 sessions

OR

Dates: C - Saturdays, 10/10/2009, 11/14/2009, 12/5/2009, 1/16, 2/13, 3/13, 4/24 and 5/8, 8:30 am to 10:30 am, 8 sessions

OR

Dates: D - Tuesday, 1/12, 1/26, 2/9, 2/23, 3/9, 3/23, 4/13 and 4/27, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, 8 sessions

Kick your knitting up a notch! Joan will lead you through knitting from beginning to end. Each session focuses on different swatches and builds a reference portfolio. For this class to be successful for you, you must have time to devote to the class work and be fairly comfortable with knitting. Please refer to our class progression recommendations on the website and in the shop for more details -- we want you to get the most from this learning experience.

Required supplies and equipment: Boot Camp Handout Three skeins worsted weight wool yarn at least 200 yards each (two in white or cream and the other in a light color) such as Shepherd's Wool. Optional, different color of same yarn for making Teddy Bear Sweater - approx. 150 yards. Please no acrylics. US size 5 (3.75mm) and 7 (4.5mm) 8-inch double point needles (you may want two sets of the size 7s). Three small stitch holders. Tapestry needle (Chibi bent tip recommended). Scissors, seaming pins, calculator, crochet hook: US size E, note paper and pen, small amount wool roving or fiber fill, split ring and locking stitch markers, ruler and tape measure, marking tags with string (recommended Avery 11012, size 2-3/4 by 1-11/16" available at Staples), and a 3-inch loose leaf notebook with sheet protectors.

Required Books: Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book - and - Knitter's Book of Finishing Techniques, Nancy Wiseman

Prerequisite: Intermediate level knitter, must have recently completed a project; felted bags, socks, mittens, etc.

3511 Focus on Fit

Dates: Thursdays, 1/28, 2/11, 2/25, 3/11, 3/25, 4/8, 4/22 and 5/6, 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm, 8 sessions

This class is all about making a sweater that fits. Learn exactly what ease means, how different styles suit different body types, what size is YOUR size, how to substitute yarns, how to change the gauge, how bust and waist shaping can make a big difference, and how to fix simple fit issues without having to rip out or start over.

Required supplies and equipment: Sweater pattern of choice (not required at start of class). Approx 200 yds of worsted weight yarn, US 7 (4.5mm) needles, note pad, tape measure, calculator, yarn for chosen sweater pattern (not required at start of class).

Required Books: Handy Book of Sweater Patterns by Ann Budd

Prerequisite: Cast on, bind off, decreases, increases, basic understanding of pattern instructions.

2539 Philosopher's Wool Knit -A-Long

Dates: Thursdays, 2/4, 2/11 and 2/18, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, 6 sessions

Learn a simple two handed method of knitting with a array of colors. Knit up a Fair Isle knitted sweater using only 2 colors at a time.

Required supplies and equipment: A Philosopher's Sweater kit, Fair Isle Sweater Simplified Book by Ann and Eugene Bourgeois. 3 circular needles in sizes: 16" US8, 24" US8, and a 24" US4.

Required Books: Fair Isle Sweater Simplified Book by Ann and Eugene Bourgeois.

Prerequisite: None

2704 The Next Step; Toe Up Socks

Dates: Tuesdays, 2/9, 2/16 and 2/23, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, 3 sessions

Learn to knit a traditional style sock from the "Toe Up" so you always have the right amount of yarn and you know they will fit because you can try them on as you go. The pattern is ideal for spinners as well because you can knit with almost any gauge for almost any size. Lots of good sock knitting tips thrown in! With a classic flat toe and flap heel it looks just like the traditional top-down sock.

Required supplies and equipment: 100 g of worsted weight or DK weight yarn (preferred). Two circular needles (or one long circular) in size to give a snug gauge. You can pick out your yarn at needles at the first class. A basic knitting kit and note taking tools.

Required Books: None

Prerequisite: Must have taken "Learn to Knit Toe-Up Socks" or have finished at least one pair of socks first.

0404 Understanding Yarn and Fibers

Dates: Friday, 2/12, 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm, 1 sessions

Have you struggled with trying to match a yarn to a project? This class will give you hands-on experience in making a fiber selection. We'll look at the properties of all of the common fibers and you will receive a knittable (or weavable on a Weavette) sample of many. In addition, we'll talk about fiber blends - what works and what doesn't, weights of yarn according to various systems, and spinning and plying styles. Not just a lecture - you will have a piece of yarn in your hands that you can look at and feel as its properties are discussed.

Required supplies and equipment: Bring all your knitting needles. If you do not knit, bring a small Weavette or prewarped rigid heddle with a narrow warp set at 10 or 12 epi with fingering weight wool or cotton.

Required Books: None

Prerequisite: None

1709 Beginning Sock Knitting, in a day

Dates: A - Saturday, 2/27, 9:30 am to 4:00 pm, 1 sessions

OR

Dates: B - Saturday, 4/24, 9:30 am to 4:00 pm, 1 sessions

Learn to knit socks with a simple cuff-to-toe approach. Ideal for spinners too, as you will learn to fit with any gauge yarn on any size foot! You will knit a mini sock with worsted weight yarn on two circular needles (or one long circular), all in one day. The skills you learn, and the pattern and handouts you take home, will allow you to make full size socks that really fit with ease. Stop drooling over all the luscious sock yarns and knit with them!

Required supplies and equipment: Two 24" long (or one 40" long), size 6 (7 or 8 are OK) circular needles, two ounces of worsted wight wool yarn in a light color, basic knitting kit, note taking tools. Handouts and patterns included.

Required Books: None

Prerequisite: Must know how to knit in the round.

2541 Learn Fair Isle Knitting

Dates: Sunday, 2/28, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, 1 sessions

Learn how to knit in the Fair Isle style using two colors at the same time in a row. You'll try different methods of tensioning the yarns to decide what is best for you. We'll discuss a bit about the Fair Isle history and examine how color changes a pattern.

Required supplies and equipment: My First Fair Isle Hat pattern, plus yarn and needles as stated in pattern. If you choose to select your own colors, please pick one color that you like for the background color prior to class so you can do the homework. We'll select the other colors in class together.

Required Books: None

Prerequisite: None

0550 Learn to Knit

Dates: Mondays, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29 and 4/5, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, 5 sessions

If you've always wanted to learn, there is no time like the present! This series of classes introduces the basics via swatching and knitting a hat that places the techniques learned in a practical application

Required supplies and equipment: Bring 10" long non-metal single point needles size 7 or 8, one skein smooth, light colored worsted wool yarn for practice, and a loose leaf notebook to begin your knitting records. You will also need yarn and needles for your first hat but, we'll select those in class.

Required Books: Beginning Knitting - Available at Heritage Spinning & Weaving

Prerequisite: none

3708 Toe Up, Two at a Time - Socks

Dates: Tuesdays, 3/16, 3/30, 4/6 and 4/13, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, 4 sessions

First class 6:00 to 9:00 pm, remaining courses 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Take your sock knitting to the next level! You will learn to knit socks from the "Toe Up" so you always have just the right amount of yarn. Plus, knit them on one long, circular needle and work both socks at the same time. When you are done, you are done. Knit from Deb's "any gauge, any size" sock pattern with lots of great sock knitting hints thrown in. Pattern utilizes a standard flat-toe and a heel-flap style heel. Your friends will be amazed and you'll escape the single-sock-syndrome! Not for the faint-hearted. Must have knit socks before.

Required supplies and equipment: Standard knitting tool kit.* 100 grams of yarn in sock, DK, or worsted weight. One 40" or 47" circular needle in a size appropriate for your weight yarn & determined by your gauge swatch. One set of double point needles in the same size. Heel & Toe reinforcing yarn (if your yarn has no nylon in it - optional). One small ball of light colored yarn in a worsted weight. One set of double point needles in a size 7 or 8. Worsted or DK weight yarn for your first pair is highly recommended! ! We STRONGLY recommend the use of Raggi sock yarn for your first pair (worsted weight, size 5 needles).

Required Books: none

Prerequisite: Intermediate Knitter: must have knit socks before.

3567 Focus on Fair Isle

Dates: Sundays, 3/21, 3/28, 4/18, 5/2 and 5/16, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, 6 sessions

First Class Begins at 9 a.m.
Explore the history and techniques of Fair Isle knitting. Learn stranded knitting, how to work with yarn in each hand, modify patterns, steek (cut your knitting), design your own pattern, and what a difference color placement makes. During class you'll knit a hat and begin work on a sweater (from a pattern of your own design or a published pattern).

Required supplies and equipment: Size 3 double point needles (for the first class), 3 ring binder with sheet protectors for holding class notes and samples, tags for marking swatches (large ones, there is a lot to write) scissors, calculator, 8x8 graph paper, and standard knitting supplies. During class you will also need 16" circular needle with matching double points for knitting the hat, 5 skeins to 10 skeins of yarn for your hat, plus needles and yarn for sweater.

Required Books: Art of Fair Isle Knitting, Feitelson and Traditional Fair Isle Knitting, Sheila McGregor

Prerequisite: An intermediate level. You understand basic concepts and can make independent decisions in your work based on your experience.

2711 Toe Options All Day

Dates: B - Saturday, 3/27, 9:30 am to 4:00 pm, 1 sessions

OR

Dates: B - Saturday, 5/15, 9:30 am to 4:00 pm, 1 sessions

Learn at least six alternative toes for knitting a toe-up sock. There's more than one way to build a sock - these options give you choices in your knitting and even make socks fit better and stay hole-free longer. After taking this class you will be able to create "toe envy" with your sock knitting friends! Covers all toes taught in "Toe Options 1" and "Toe Options, the Sequel".

Required supplies and equipment: Tapestry needle. Worsted weight yarn in a smooth texture and light color, size 8 double-pointed needles, and two size 8, 24" circular needles (magic loop OK), knitting tool kit.

Required Books: none

Prerequisite: "Learn to Knit Toe-Up Socks" strongly recommended. Must be a confident beginning knitter; be able to cast-on, knit, purl, increase, decrease and bind-off.

1710 Learn to Knit Toe-Up Socks, in a day

Dates: Saturday, 4/10, 9:30 am to 4:00 pm, 1 sessions

Learn to knit socks with a simple toe-up approach. Ideal for spinners too, as you will learn to fit with any gauge yarn on any size foot! You will knit a mini sock with worsted weight yarn on two circular needles (or one long circular), all in one day. The skills you learn, and the pattern and handouts you take home, will allow you to make full size socks that really fit with ease. The benefits of toe-up knitting are many, you will be glad you did.

Required supplies and equipment: Two 24\" long (or one 40\" long), size 6 (7 or 8 are OK) circular needles, two ounces of worsted wight wool yarn in a light color, basic knitting kit, note taking tools. Handouts and patterns included.

Required Books: None

Prerequisite: Must know how to knit in the round

2705 Next Step Toe-Up Socks, in a day!

Dates: A - Saturday, 3/13, 9:30 am to 4:00 pm, 1 sessions

OR

Dates: B - Saturday, 5/1, 9:30 am to 4:00 pm, 1 sessions

Learn to knit a traditional style sock from the "Toe Up" so you always have the right amount of yarn and you know they will fit because you can try them on as you go. The provided pattern is ideal for spinners as well because you can knit with almost any gauge for almost any size. With a classic flat toe and flap heel it looks just like the traditional top-down sock. For the one day version of this class you will knit a mini sock in worsted weight yarn on two circular needles.

Required supplies and equipment: Two 24" long (or one 40" long), size 6 (7 or 8 are OK) circular needles, two ounces of worsted wight wool yarn in a light color, basic knitting kit, note taking tools. Handouts and patterns included.

Required Books: None

Prerequisite: Must have taken "Learn to Knit Toe-Up Socks, in a day!" or successfully completed one pair of socks on your own.