Fall 2024 Classes
Class policies can be found here.
Now you can learn along with your child (or someone else’s child) a wonderful craft that will bring both of you pleasure and a lifetime’s worth of bonding opportunities. Some adults share their love of sports with kids. Knitting is a skill/art that is equally shareable. Whether working on a joint project for a loved one, helping each other with a new technique, or going on a knitting cruise (yes, there ARE knitting cruises), knitting is something that can be shared and done together. Be prepared: kids usually pick up skills faster than adults! But kids are usually very kind about helping their adults.
Saturdays, Nov 2, 9, 16 & 23: 10:30-12pm
$175 per “couple” (materials not included)
We’re trying something new this year! We’ve found that people just want to come in and work on their projects, get some help and support along the way, and also have a couple of hours to sit and relax and socialize with fellow stitchers. Many friendships have developed over the years between people who have met around our table!
We’re now offering Project Knitting and Crochet (almost) every Thursday morning between 10:30-12. We’re offering the option of paying for four or more sessions, with the rate discounted for six or eight sessions as follows:
4 sessions: $100
6 sessions: $132
8 sessions: $152
We’ll be meeting about 13 times starting in September and going through December. We’ll continue after the new year, so no worries about missing sessions. You can purchase as many as you want and attend when you want!
Thursdays, Sept 12, 19, Oct 10, 17, 24, 31, Nov 7, 14 & 21, Dec 5, 12 & 19: 10:30-12pm
Does not include materials
Ever wonder what Tunisian crochet is but don’t know where to start? In this class Tara will teach you the basic foundational skills to help you start your Tunisian crochet journey. You will learn how to pick up stitches through the back loops, the Tunisian simple stitch forward pass, the Tunisian simple stitch return pass, as well as bind off. We will also start a “mug rug” (https://desamourdesigns.com/the-tunisian-mug-rug-crochet-pattern/) project for you to take home. So what have you got to lose? Take this class to tackle a new skill and make a beautiful handmade project.
Date: Saturday, November 2: 12-1:30pm
$60 (Materials are included)
Make your first hat with ANY yarn using our hat formula! If you are a new knitter, sick of making scarves, hats are for YOU. You learn so many skills when hat knitting, and it's fun to customize its style using different yarns and patterns! You will learn how to knit "in-the-round" using circular and double pointed needles, and decreases. Hat projects are portable, quick and fun!
Level: Advanced Beginner
Wednesdays, Dec 4, 11 & 18: 6-7:30pm
$100 (Materials not included)
Learn to knit your first baby sweater and acquire skills needed for an adult sweater, which can be your next project! Whether for a baby not yet born or one in the crib, a handknit sweater is an heirloom gift for someone precious.
Prerequisites: Must be able to knit and purl.
Wednesdays, October 23, Nov 6, 13 & 20: 6-7:30pm
$115 (materials not included)
Whether you’ve never held a crochet hook or have vague memories of crocheting from years ago, you’ll be able to call yourself a hooker after taking this four session class! You’ll learn how to make a chain, and the basic stitches of single, double, half double, and triple crochet. You will learn to crochet in rows and in the round. You’ll make a simple scarf or cowl, and learn how to crochet the granny square and other motifs.
Session 1: Wednesdays, Sept 11, 18, 25 & Oct 9: 10:30am-12pm
Session 2: Fridays, Nov. 1, 8, 15 & 22: 10:30am-12pm
$125 (yarn and hook included)
Whether you’ve never knit before or haven’t for a very long time, this four session class will give you a solid foundation in knitting skills. You will learn to knit, purl, cast on stitches, bind off, increase and decrease, make simple stitch patterns, weave in ends, and all the skills needed to make your first scarf, cowl, dishcloth, or hat.
Session 1: Wednesdays, Sept 11, 18, 25 & Oct 16: 6-7:30pm
Session 2: Fridays, Sept 13, 20, Oct 11 & 18: 10:30-12pm
$125 (yarn and needles are included)
CROCHET A HEXAGON SWEATER (and other Granny Delights)
The humble granny square has made a major comeback! Not just relegated to afghans, it can be the basis of vests, sweaters, skirts, dresses, bags and more! And there are hundreds of variations of the basic granny.
In this class we will learn to make a hexagon cardigan out of 2 six-sided granny squares. And we’ll also explore granny variations and the amazing items we can create with them.
Must know how to chain and do single crochet.
Saturdays, Sept 14, 21, Oct 12 & 26: 10:30am-12pm
$115 (materials not included)
Blanket weather is coming! Nothing is cozier than snuggling under a hand knit or crocheted blanket when the weather gets cold.
Whether you have a blanket in progress or want to start a new one, Blanket Club is for you! Join us on Thursday evenings to work on your blanket. You can just enjoy a few hours of dedicated knitting or crochet time with fellow crafters or learn new techniques while embarking on a new blanket. Please come into the shop prior to the class to discuss your project so you’ll be ready to work on it during the first class. We have lots of ideas and will be happy to help you choose your blanket-to-be!
Thursdays, October 10, 17, 24 & 31: 6-7:30pm
$115 (Materials not included)
KNIT-A-LONGS (KALs)
(Cost: Free. Yarn must be purchased at Knitting Nation)
SEPTEMBER:
Choose your colors (4 of main color, 2 of contrasting color) of Malabrigo’s deliciously squishable Rios, and join us on Saturdays for our first knit-along of the season! This simple garter stich (that means NO purling!) shawl features the pretty bud pattern which creates fanlike motifs throughout the shawl. Enjoy the camaraderie of fellow knitters while you knit a beautiful shawl.
Elizabeth Zimmerman was a British born knitting teacher and designer. She revolutionized the modern practice of knitting through her books and instructional series on American public television. One of her most well known patterns is the Baby Surprise Jacket (there is also an adult version). Knit entirely in garter stitch (all knitting, no purling), it doesn’t seem like it will become a sweater until the very end. Join us for our Baby Surprise KAL starting October 5! All our KAL’s are free. We just ask that you purchase your materials at Knitting Nation.
Saturdays, Oct 5, 12, 19 & 26: 12pm-1:30pm
Free (must buy supplies at Knitting Nation)