SPIN IN *April 24th 2010*
Our fifth Spin-In will be held on Saturday, April 24th at 1:00 pm. Bring your wheels, spindles and friends for an afternoon of fiberific fun! Refreshments will be served.
Store Event, FREE
BEGINNING SPINNING
This class is FUN!! It covers everything about drop spindles, the different fibers, how to control tension and twist on the spindle, and more! A drop spindle and fiber is included in the cost for this class. Space is limited, reserve your spot today!!
Dates and Times: Saturday March 27th, 2010 1pm - 4pm
One Class, $30 supplies included.
INTRO TO THE WHEEL
This class is perfect for new wheel owners wishing hands-on guidance to start spinning on a wheel. The class covers the parts of the wheel, care and transport, the spinning wheel history and you will learn about tension, plying and finishing your yarn. This is a hands-on class.
Please bring your wheel (in working order) and at least three bobbins. Call ahead of time if you have any questions and to reserve your spot as space is limited.
Prerequisite: Beginning Spinning or the ability to draft on a drop spindle.
Dates and Times: Saturday April 10th, 2010 1pm - 4pm
One Class, $30 + $5 for materials.
Ever want to dye your own yarn and create your own colorway? This is the perfect intro into the world of dyeing. A demonstration of several dyeing techniques using acid dyes on wool roving and yarn. As a part of this workshop, you will hand-paint your very own skein of sock yarn.
Dates and Times: March 20th, 2010 1pm - 3pm
One Class, $30 includes all supplies.
MINI SOCK CLASS
Prerequisite: Please know how to cast on, knit, purl, knit in the round on double point needles.
May 1st, 2010 1pm - 4 pm
One Class, $30
BEGINNING KNITTING
Curious about knitting? This is the class for you! This introductory class will teach you to cast on, knit stitch, and cast off. Materials are provided.
Dates and Times: February 20th, 2010 1pm to 3pm
One Class, $10
ADVANCED KNITTING
It's time to go from basic knitting to knitting cables, bobbles, increasing and decreasing, and knitting in the round. We will give you the push you need. In this class you will learn Purl stitch, Slip stitch, KFB, M1, K2Tog, Yarn overs, Knitting in the Round, Picking up stitches, Changing color and finishing off. Please bring size 8 or 10 knitting needles, light color worsted weight yarn, circular needles, cable holder, crochet hook size G or H. Prerequisite: Please know how to cast on, knit and cast off.
Dates and Times: March 13th 1pm to 3pm
One Class, $20
CROCHET 101
This introductory class will teach you the chain stitch, slip stitch, single and double crochet. Please bring a "G" hook.
Dates and Times: February 13th, 2010 1pm to 3pm
One Class, $20
ADVANCED CROCHET
Learn more basic crochet stitches and techniques. This class will cover crocheting in the round, increasing, decreasing, half-double and triple stitches, edgings and even flowers. Bright G or H hook, and light colored worsted yarn.
Dates and Times: May 8th, 2010 1pm to 3pm
One Class, $20
INTRO INTO LACE
This is a beautiful lace scarf perfect for those folks that are new to lace. The class includes learning a yarn over stitch needed to create lace. Prerequisite: Please know how to cast on, knit, purl and cast off.
Materials Needed: Worsted or sport weight yarn and size 6 or 7 knitting needles. Pattern included.
Dates and Times: January 23rd, 2010 1pm to 3pm
One Class, $20
PLYING ON THE SPINNING WHEEL
You've mastered spinning singles! Now take the next step and learn to ply singles into yarn. This class will teach the importance of the Z and S twist, Navajo plying and other fun plying techniques.
Prerequisite: Ability to spin a continuous thread on your wheel.
Materials Needed: Spinning Wheel, 3 spools/balls of singles (not necessarily full bobbins), one empty bobbin, lazy kate, thread in contrasting color with container and Niddy Noddy.
Dates and Times: March 14th, 2010 1pm to 4pm
One Class, $30
BEGINNING FELTING: FELTED CAMERA / iPOD / CELL PHONE CASE
Need a case for a camera, iPod, or cell phone? Felt one up! This is a great beginner project for those interested in felting and is a great use for all your scraps, as it requires a small amount of yarn! The class includes basic knitting and felting instruction. Prerequisite: Please know how to cast on, knit and cast off.
Materials Needed: 1.5 oz wool yarn (no super wash!) and size thirteen needles.
Dates and Times: February 27th 2pm
One Class, $15 per person
SIT & KNIT
Show off finished projects, bring projects you're currently working on, and meet knitters in your community! Bring a friend!
Dates and Times: Every Sunday afternoon from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Store Event, FREE!
KNITTING FOR A CAUSE
Preemie Hats
Here's a chance for you to use up all of that left-over yarn and help a worthy cause! Knit newborn or preemie hats that will be sent to local hospitals. We can get you started in how these easy-to-make hats are constructed or pick up a free pattern and return your finished hats to the drop-off box located in the store.
Caps for Soldiers
Patterns for knitters and crocheters are available free of charge. Please note color restrictions due to military standards. Colors must be black, dark gray or camouflage. Show your commitment to our military by creating a wool hat for one (or more) of our troops!
For each donated hat you will receive a coupon for $1 off any knitting or spinning item! (limit 5)
