sweaters We've found some great new projects for year-round wear -- the Furisode Sweater, or Slinky Ribs from the book Custom Knits by Wendy Bernard. And we're welcoming back some classics like the very wearable Sprout T-shirt.
Circle Jacket Sun., June 27 AND July 25, 1-4 pm Back by popular demand! Take a simple circle and add some sleeves -- all at once an elegant garment emerges. Once the basic principle is learned, a jacket, lacy wrap or shrug may be made out of almost any circular pattern. Students will create a basic garter stitch circular shawl or shrug, learn to measure and cut for sleeves and how to create their own designs for future garments. Advanced beginner. Instructor: Karen Cost: $55
Furisode Jacket Mon., May 17 AND June 7, 6-8 pm This bright jacket in Noro's wonderful new cotton blend Furisode is a manageable project for new knitters who haven't made a sweater before. Come try on our sample -- it's a tad longer than the pattern for a bit more coverage. Instructor: Marsha Cost: $40 Photo courtesy of Knitting Fever
Sprout Wed., June 23 AND July 7, 6-8 pm We're knitting this quick and pretty summer top in Nature Cotton and Classic Elite's new cotton, Sprout. It makes up in a range of sizes, from 30 to 40 inches , and longer sleeves are also an option. Students should have prior sweater or pattern reading experience. Instructor: Jane Cost: $40 Photo courtesy of Classic Elite
Summer Cardi Wed., June 30, July 21 AND July 28, 6-8 pm Now a summer staple in our wardrobes, this short-sleeved sweater makes a great cover-up when the air conditioning chills you, with a simple lace body and a scooped neck that we like to alter for a little more coverage. Make it in machine-washable Weekend for an easy-care, light-weight project that you will wear all summer long, or use Silky Wool for year-round wear. Come try on our sample! Instructor: Jane Cost: $55
accessories Our class schedule is loaded with fun little projects to offer you new challenges without breaking the bank.
Firefly Scarf Fri., July 16, 6-8 pm A fun summer project, the Firefly Scarf in Classic Elite's new pattern booklet Picnic will instantly update your summer wardrobe. Make it with two balls of any of the lovely linen blend yarns -- Classic Elite's Firefly, or try Louisa Harding's Merletto. Instructor:Jane Cost:$25 Photo courtesy of Classic Elite
Snapdragon Tam Fri., June 18 AND 25, 6-8 pm
You'll learn to work complex
cables and charts as you knit this adorable hat, beautifully soft in Miski Yarn from Mirasol. It's a quick project with
immediate gratification for intermediate to advanced knitters.
Instructor: Molly Christopher Cost: $40 Photo courtesy of Ysolda Teague
Vogue Cover Shawl
Mon., June 7, 14 AND 21, 6-8 pm
We all loved it the minute we saw it on the cover of Vogue Knitting Spring/Summer 2010. It is a lovely almost rectangular lace center with a gorgeous edging that frames your face and brings all attention to your beautiful smile. Perfect for wearing all year and as dressy or casual as you choose to make it. Students should have some simple lace or patterning experience.
Instructor:Cindy
Cost:$55
lace Whether you're new to lace or ready for a real challenge, we have a class for you!
Aestlight Shawl Wed., June 30, 6-7 pm AND July 7, 14, 6-8 pm (first class 1 hour only) This versatile shawlette or scarf, with directions for two sizes, makes a perfect introductory lace project for the intermediate knitter. Start with a garter stitch triangle pick up and knit a border from the edges, finishing with a knitted on sideways edge. It's also a perfect example of traditional Shetland-style lace construction -- Aestlight means "east light" in Shetland dialect. This project is incredibly sumptuous in Malabrigo Sock Yarn -- or try any sock weight you love. Students must be comfortable with increases, decreases and working on circular needles. Instructor: Molly Cost: $50 Photo courtesy of Gudrun Johnston
Damson
Wed., July 21 AND 28, 6-8 pm Damson's neck-down construction gives it a curving shape to drape beautifully around your shoulders. Long points at the edges make it a perfect scarf. It's a great project for intermediate knitters who want to begin exploring lace work. Students must be comfortable with increases and decreases and familiar with circular needles. Instructor: Molly Cost: $40 Photo courtesy
of Ysolda Teague
Fichu Tues., June 15, 22 AND 29, 6-8 pm This very popular class can be a simple first lace project with or without a beaded border, or it can grow into a lace masterpiece. It begins with a simple center that will teach you to "read your knitting" and ends with a knit-on lace border that can be dramatically enhanced with the addition of some beads. See the shawl shown in Victorian Lace Today by Jane Sowerby, page 46, or come try on our sample. You need to be a competent beginner knitter, but you don't need prior lace experience. Instructor: Cindy Cost: $55
Mitered Edging Mon., July 12 AND 19, 6-8 pm This is a
lace edging that I found in an old German magazine. It is added to a
center piece and could be worked in fine thread on a handkerchief center
or added to a knitted center for a lovely receiving blanket in
fingering or DK yarn. The border has a leaf pattern moving along the
edges and then down to pointed corners that are mitered to make the
meeting of the edges graceful and interesting. Lace experience
required. Instructor: Cindy Cost: $40
techniques and basics Learn to knit or crochet or take your skills to the next level and beyond. These classes introduce techniques and projects that will help new knitters learn to make what they like.
Continental Knitting Mon., July
19, 6-8 pm Learn to knit left-handed for increased speed and easier Fair Isle knitting. It's a nice alternative for lefties, but righties benefit, too! Add this important tool to your knitting workshop. Instructor: Karen Cost: $25
Socks Thurs., July 1, 8 AND 15, 6-8 pm Why knit
socks? 1. Unlike store-bought socks, hand knit socks are wonderful to
wear - they don't have seams. 2. Socks are a great take-along project - leave that huge afghan you've almost completed at home. 3. You learn important techniques you'll use again and again.
This class will connect you with millions of sock knitters past and present as you learn to make a traditional top-down sock with our sock wizard, Cindy. Instructor: Cindy Cost: $55
Yoga for Knitters Thurs., June 17, 6:30-7:30 Join yoga instructor and knitter Suzanne Matthews for an introduction to ancient Yoga techniques to soothe our necks and shoulders and release tight hips. We will also address issues of the hands, specifically carpal tunnel syndrome and arthritis. You can learn these useful techniques even if you can’t sit in Lotus Pose or put your ankle behind your head. Expect to have fun! Instructor:Suzanne Cost:$15
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