Learn to knit!
In a pair of classes, you will learn how to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off. Make a pair of cotton dishcloths, and begin your jouney as a new knitter now! This is a great class to refresh old skills, or to take with a friend.
Look for this in our next schedule of classes. If you would like to hear as soon as new classes are scheduled, be sure to sign up for our email newsletter!
Class fee: $30
Materials: $10 - $15 for size 8 bamboo needles and Plymouth Fantasy Naturale cotton yarn
(Toe-Up Socks) with Brenda Dayne
Beautiful. Durable. Friendly.
Participants will learn Brenda's amazing toe-up sock recipe, which features the best-looking, absolutely easiest, short-row method for toes and heels ever invented. (Brenda would know; she's tried them all.)
Socks feature a provisional cast-on, short-row toe, gusset combined with short row-heel, and a stretchy bind-off. Best of all, there are absolutely no complicated formulas and positively no need for math. This easy-to-memorize pattern is adaptable to cables, lace, and color work, but is also just fine and dandy as is, a simple sock.
included techniques:
Sherman Toe.
Sherman Heel.
Learning Sock completed that will serve as reference point for full sized socks in the future.
Bonus: A pair of Learning Socks will fit a newborn, and make a very nice gift!
Class fee: $55
Saturday, May 19, 10 to 1
This class is FULL, but there are still spaces in Brenda's other three classes, including the Tintern Abbey socks on Sunday.
(with a difference) with Brenda Dayne
In this class you'll learn the secrets of knitting a top-down raglan sweater that fits perfectly the first time and every time, no matter what. Comprehensive worksheets make it a snap to plan a raglan sweater, regardless of size or gauge. You'll leave class with your worksheet completed, and your garment cast on, or ready to cast on when you get home.
What you'll learn:
Calculating the all-important Difference.
Using the Difference to calculate the number of stitches needed to cast on in order to arrive at a given bust size while increasing every other row. (This is actually a whole lot easier than it sounds.)
Experience level: This introductory design class is for those who can knit, purl, increase, decrease and knit in the round with confidence. Previous design experience is not required.
Class fee: $75
Saturday, May 19, 2 to 6
with Brenda Dayne
Practical, pretty wristwarmers.
First published in knitty.com, Mrs Beeton wrist warmers are the essence of romance with soft ruffles that look utterly charming peeking out from under a jacket sleeve and beads that catch the light and sparkle at your wrists.
Named for Mrs Isabella Beeton, whose 1861 Book of Household Management offered its readers no-nonsense, practical advice on all aspects of housekeeping, Mrs Beeton's wrist warmers are quick to knit, make great low-cost gifts and, as they cover a pulse point on your wrist, they actually do keep you warm. Practical and pretty. Oh, how Mrs. Beeton smiles at that.
What you'll learn:
Beaded cast on; placing beads in knitting; three needle knit together; picot bind-off.
Experience level: This introductory level class is for those who can knit, purl, increase and decrease, and knit in the round with confidence.
Class fee: $55
Sunday, May 20, 10 to 1
(toe-up socks) with Brenda Dayne
This class is similar to the basic no math toe-up socks, but with a focus on Brenda's Tintern Abbey sock pattern.
What you'll learn:
Sherman Toe.
Sherman Heel.
Learning Sock completed that will serve as reference point for full sized socks in the future.
Bonus: A pair of Learning Socks will fit a newborn, and make a very nice gift!
Class fee: $55
Sunday, May 20, 2 to 5
Knots is hosting a Knitting Workshop every Saturday morning from 10 to 12. We will help you through every step of making a sweater, a pair of socks, or any other project, whether it be your first time or just a special challenge. Knit at your own pace, and just come on the weeks when you need help. There is no need to pre-register for this class.
Knitting Workshop
FREE
Saturdays 10 - 12, ongoing
NOTE: There is no Saturday Workshop on May 19th
You can sign up for class by calling or emailing the shop, but your space will not be reserved until you have paid your class fee. After that, if you need to cancel, you will only be able to get a refund of your class fee if you cancel two weeks or more before the class begins. This helps us schedule more classes for you, and ensures that people are not turned away from a class when there is room! Thank you.
Come in any time for help with your project, or schedule a private lesson by calling the shop. Private lessons are $20 per hour per student, and can be for one to six students.
Sit and knit anytime, make your own group, or come to our established groups: Tuesdays 10 to 4, Wednesdays 10 to 4, or Fridays 5 to 8.