Summer 2010 Classes by Appointment
Because summer schedules are so unpredictable, we are doing all of our classes by appointment. Below are some suggestions of classes that we can do for you. These classes are available anytime so as to fit your schedule. However, please call at least 24 hours ahead and we can schedule a class for 1 to 5 participants. If you don’t see what you need, please ask. We can help with just about anything!
Beginning Knit Series
Designed for absolute beginners and as a refresher for those who haven't knit in years, you will learn the basic knitting fundamentals in our beginning knitting class. This class is (3) 2 hour sessions. You will learn to cast on, knit, purl, increase, decrease, read a pattern and bind off your work. As a bonus you will be taking home 3 luxurious washcloths made by you. Yarn and needles are included
Cost: $30.00 (Basically the cost of supplies!)
Beginning Crochet Series
Learn the basic crochet stitches in this beginner class. This class is (3) 2 hour sessions. You will learn chaining, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet and crocheting a granny square. You will be making 2 washcloths.
Yarn and crochet hook are included
Cost: $30.00
Basic Socks Intermediate Beginner
Are you ready to try your first pair of socks? They are much easier to knit than you think. You will learn to use double pointed needles, how to shape a heel and finish a toe. Pre-requisite: experience in knitting in the round. Class will be (3) 1-2 hour sessions.
Cost: $35 includes class and pattern only.
Elizabeth Zimmerman’s Baby Surprise Jacket Confident Beginner
Elizabeth Zimmerman was a British-born knitter known for revolutionizing the practice of knitting, through her books and instructional series on public television.The Baby Surprise Jacket is one of her most popular patterns. You knit it flat, making a series of increases and decreases that only make sense at the end when - surprise! - it's a little knitted cardigan for baby or child. Sew two straight seams across the shoulders and you're done. Class will be (4) two-hour sessions. Cost: $30 which includes the pattern.
Fingering weight Baby Sweater Advanced Beginner
Do you have a pregnant friend that you would want to give a handmade gift? This is the perfect class for you. We will be using the pattern “Country Kiddie Sweater” by Pixie Purls. You will be making a baby sweater that is knit from the top down, raglan style. It is a perfect summer sweater with its adorable cap sleeves. Class will be (3) 2 hour sessions. Cost: $25, includes class and pattern
Knitting with Charts and Cables: Intermediate knitter
After you have learned how to knit and purl come to this class and learn how to make your knitting a lot more interesting. Cables are not difficult, but the result is amazing! You will learn what a chart is and how to read and follow them. (2) 2 hour sessions Cost: $20. You will need to bring a light colored worsted weight yarn with appropriate needles and a cable stitch holder.
Finishing Techniques: Advanced Beginner
Learn to seam knit pieces together using mattress stitch, crocheted seams, 3-needle bind-off and kitcheners stitch! Cost: $20, 2-hour session. Please call for information. There will be homework prior to the class.
Fixing Your Mistakes: All abilities
Learn to spot mistakes and fix them before they get too far! In these two classes you will learn picking up drop stitches, unknitting, frogging and putting in a lifeline. Cost: $25, (2) 2-hour sessions. There will be homework, call for information and appointment.
Knit in the Round Beginner’s next step
This is the next practical step after learning to knit. Learn to knit with circular needles and double-points. You will make a hat in this project based class. This will be (2) two-hour sessions. Cost: $25 for class and pattern only.
Learn to Knit Cables, Confident Beginner
The simple technique of cabling — crossing one group of stitches over another — lends itself to many interpretations. Once you've mastered the basic technique, and it's very easy to do, you can make all kinds of interesting and imaginative cable patterns. In this 2-3 hour class you will learn to make right and left leaning cables, a wheat ear cable and a faux cable. Cost: $25. Bring worsted weight yarn with appropriate needles.
Tunisian Crochet Confident crocheter
Tunisian crochet is considered by many to be a cross between knitting and crochet. The distinctive fabric created by this technique looks almost woven instead of either knitted or crocheted. Tunisian crochet is typically worked on a long afghan hook with a stopper on the end so that the stitches held on the tool do not fall off. (1) 2-hour class Cost: $20 includes 1 hook. You will need to bring a light colored worsted weight yarn.
Project Card All abilities
Purchase our project card for $35 and receive (5) 30 minute sessions of instruction with your on-going project. Start a sweater or any project, knit awhile and when you get to something you don’t understand use one of your sessions. Use the card when you need it, there is no expiration date!
“Free For All” Knit Along! All abilities
Drop in any Thursday and Saturday afternoon for Unwind’s KAL time. There is no charge for this knit along, just bring whatever project you want to work on. There are no rules! You are welcome to bring a snack or drink.
Tuesdays and Saturday 1:00pm to 4:00pm all summer long