Learn to knit Mittens with Leslie

Tuesdays March 31, April 7 and April 14th 6-8 pm

Level: Advanced Beginner

$45.00 plus materials

Everyone in your life needs mittens. At Yarn, we think of mittens as the perfect one skein project. You can tuck them into your handbag and always have a project at the ready for those times you are stuck waiting or just have a few minutes between appointments. And besides, who doesn’t love a hand knit gift! In this class, Leslie will teach you how to work a thumb gussett, work in the round on Double Pointed Needles and finish up like a pro! You’ll be using the FREE Tin Can nits pattern “The world’s simplest mittens” (It’s our favorite mitten pattern at Yarn).

Materials: 100 grams of worsted weight wool, size 5 and 7 DPNs and normal knitting notions.

Required skills:  Casting on, knit and purl stitches, binding off.

Fine Print:  Yarn requires that you purchase yarn for all class projects from us.  You will receive a 10% discount on all class supplies while the class is running.  You will pay the instructor directly on the first day of class.  Please be prepared to pay with either cash or a check as most instructors cannot handle credit card transactions.  We thank you for understanding and ask that you please do not ask us to make an exception for you.

Knit your first hat with Lee

Saturdays February 22, 29 and March 7 from 10 am to noon

Level: Advanced Beginner

$45.00 plus materials

Everyone in your life needs a hand knit hat!  Hats are versatile, portable projects that, once mastered, mean you will never again have to "wait" in line, or at the doctor, or through your kids tee ball game.  Jayne will teach you the basics of knitting in the round, how to change colors by carrying your yarn up the inside of the hat, how to decrease the crown and the basic math skills needed to make any hat pattern fit your head.

Materials:  2 colors of worsted weight yarn, size 5 AND 7 16” circular needle, and size 7 DPNs.  Free pattern will be handed out on first day of class.  Normal knitting notions.

Required skills:  Casting on, knit and purl stitches, binding off.

Fine Print:  Yarn requires that you purchase yarn for all class projects from us.  You will receive a 10% discount on all class supplies while the class is running.  You will pay the instructor directly on the first day of class.  Please be prepared to pay with either cash or a check as most instructors cannot handle credit card transactions.  We thank you for understanding and ask that you please do not ask us to make an exception for you.

Snowfall Beaded Hat with Joan

3 Classes: Tuesdays February 18, 25 and March 3 6-8 pm

$45.00 plus materials

Beads as colorwork! That is what is unique about this hat. Instead of using beads to add bling to a lace pattern, the beads are meant to replicate the beautiful gradient yarns that we all love. Larger beads are used for this reason. Using beads for the colorwork actually frees you from the confines of other types of color knitting. Unlike stranded knitting, you can use more than one color in a row. And it isn’t intarsia!

Materials: 150-180 yards of sport weight yarn, #6 beads, US size 2 and 3 16¨circular needle, and size 3 DPNs,  1.25mm crochet hook, In-store download of Snowfall Hat by Susan Rainey, and normal knitting notions.

Required skills:  Casting on, knit stitch, purl stitch, binding off, and reading basic pattern instructions.

Please note: We require you to use yarn purchased from us for all classes. You will receive a 10% discount on all class supplies while class is running. You will pay the instructor directly on the first day of class., Please be prepared to pay with either cash or a check since our instructors mostly do not have the ability to take credit cards. Thank you for understanding and not asking us to make an exception for you.

Langfield Hat with Lee

3 Classes: Thursdays January 30, February 6 and 13 6-8 pm

$45.00 plus materials

Level: Advanced beginner

This hat employs a clever construction so that the hat is neither knit in the round, nor is it knit flat and seamed together.  Using strategic increases and decreases, and short rows in some sections, you build this hat in sections.  The most appealing part of this pattern is that gauge is not important.  You can use any needle size, any yarn and any gauge you want.  All you need to know is the circumference of the intended wearers head to knit a perfect hat!  While this hat really showcases self-striping yarn, you can also combine yarns, use that gorgeous skein of handpainted yarn you haven’t been able to find a project for, or use up leftovers. 

Materials:  50 grams or so of whatever yarn you like, and the appropriate 24” circular needle for your chosen yarn, stitch markers and normal knitting notions, in-store purchase of the Langfield pattern on Ravelry.

Required skills:  Casting on, knitting, basic increases and decreases.

We require you to purchase class supplies from us. You will receive a 10% class discount on all class supplies while class is running.

Learn to Crochet with Jennifer
3 Classes: Monday evenings 6-8 pm January 27, February 3 and 10
$45.00 plus materials

Learn a fun, easy method to create handmade items for your home, your friends and yourself!  We will cover the basics of crochet, including chain, single crochet and double crochet.  You will leave with the skills needed to create your first scarf, table runner, lap blanket or cowl.

Materials:  A light, solid colored worsted weight wool or wool blend, F or G hook.  Helpful, but not necessary:  a locking stitch marker. Please note we strongly recommend you do not use variegated yarn when learning!

Fine print: You will pay the instructor directly the first day of class. Please bring either cash or a check payable to the instructor. Yarn cannot accept a credit card payment for classes. Store policy requires you to purchase materials for all classes from us. Thank you for understanding our policy and not asking us to make an exception for you.

Learn to Knit with Jane

4 Classes:  Saturday January 25, February 1, 8 & 15   10 am to noon
Level:  Novice
$55.00 plus materials

Has learning to knit been on your bucket list?  Well, sign up now!  Jayne will teach you basic knitting skills while you knit a beautiful sampler scarf.  You will master casting on, the knit and purl stitches, basic pattern reading and binding off while you build a beautiful scarf that will teach you 6 different stitch patterns.

Materials:  400 yards of light colored, solid (we highly discourage you using variegated yarn to learn to knit) worsted weight yarn. We recommend Ella Rae Classic Wool, Kelbourne Woolens Germantown or Berroco Ultra Wool.   US size 8 straight needles, stitch markers, tapestry needle. Pattern will be provided by instructor at the first class.

Fine print: You will pay the instructor directly the first day of class. Please bring either cash or a check payable to the instructor. Yarn cannot accept a credit card payment for classes. Store policy requires you to purchase materials for all classes from us. Thank you for understanding our policy and not asking us to make an exception for you.

Knit a Mosaic Scarf with Leslie

Tuesday evenings 6-8 pm

Jan 21, Jan 28 and Feb 11

$45.00 plus cost of materials

Mosaic knitting is so much fun. You can knit beautiful patterns using multiple colors, but only use one color in a row. A great introduction to colorwork knitting! Leslie will be using her original design, Navegar, to guide you through all the tips and tricks you need to master mosaic knitting.

This 3 session class will meet 2 weeks in a row, then skip a week,. and finish up early enough in the winter to enjoy your scarf, or give it away with plenty of cold weather left.

Materials list:

Worsted weight yarn in two contrasting colors, (400 yards of color A and 200 yards of color B), US size 6 needles and the free pattern “Navegar”

Fine print: Students will pay the instructor directly at the first class. Please be prepared to pay cash or by check. All class materials must be purchased from us. We offer a 10% discount on all class materials.

Braided Crochet Cowl with Jennifer

2 Classes: Tuesday November 19 and 26th 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Level: Intermediate
$35.00 plus cost of materials

Have fun making this quick and easy crochet braided cowl in time for the holidays! To be successful in this class, you should be know how to chain, single and double crochet stitches, turn and slip stitch. You will learn how to create the braids, the star design element of this stunning cowl.

Materials: Two skeins of Malabrigo Rios or other worsted weight wool, Susan Bates crochet hook size E, 3.5 mm, 4 buttons - 1 inch. (You can choose them after the first class and watch them pop against your cowl), 1 opening stitch marker and darning needle to weave in your ends. The Instructor will provide the pattern and instruction at the first class.

Fine print: You will pay the instructor directly the first day of class. Please bring either cash or a check payable to the instructor. Yarn cannot accept a credit card payment for classes. Store policy requires you to purchase materials for all classes from us. Thank you for understanding our policy and not asking us to make an exception for you.

Plover Shawl with Jayne

3 Classes: Saturday Nov 9, Nov 16 and Nov 23 10 am to noon
Level: Intermediate
$45.00 plus materials

This gem of a shawl comes from Vermont's own Amy Christoffers, the design director at Berroco Yarn. Students in this class will learn how to read a chart (there are no written instructions!), basic increases and decreases and how to read your lace knitting. Class size is limited to 6 students, so please register early!

Materials: 525 yards of fingering weight wool, US size 4 24" circular needle, stitch markers, marking tape, tapestry needle, in-store Ravelry download of Plover pattern and normal knitting notions and aids.

Fine print: You will pay the instructor directly the first day of class. Please bring either cash or a check payable to the instructor. Yarn cannot accept a credit card payment for classes. Store policy requires you to purchase materials for all classes from us. Thank you for understanding our policy and not asking us to make an exception for you.

Knit a Cabled Hat with Lee
2 Classes: Tuesday Nov 5 and Nov 12 6-8 pm
Level: Advanced beginner to intermediate
$35.00 plus materials
This beautiful hat is all about texture and squishy softness! The pattern is a good introduction to cabling and is predictable enough for students to easily see their mistakes. If you are new to cables and want to perfect your technique on a small project, this class is designed for you! Please note: There is homework knitting prior to the first class. Please ask when you register!

Materials: 2 hanks of Plymouth Davilla, Us size 5 and 7 16" circular needles, US Size 7 DPNs, stitch marker, cable needle, tapestry needle. Please note that other yarns will work with this pattern, but we strongly urge you to consider the Davilla because of it's superior bounciness and stitch definition, which makes it a perfect choice for cables!

Fine print: You will pay the instructor directly the first day of class. Please bring either cash or a check payable to the instructor. Yarn cannot accept a credit card payment for classes. Store policy requires you to purchase materials for all classes from us. Thank you for understanding our policy and not asking us to make an exception for you.

Design your own Holiday Stocking with Lynda

4 Classes: Monday Oct 21, Oct 28, Nov 4 and Nov 18 6 - 8 pm
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
$55.00 plus materials

In this 4 session class you will learn many techniques that you may wish to incorporate to create your own unique Christmas Stocking including Stranded Knitting in the round, selecting and reading a graphic design chart, Latvian braid, Picot Edging, Corrugated ribbing, Heel flap, afterthought or short row heel, Toe decreases and duplicate stitch. Please note that the photo for the class is simply representative of the work you will create. The pattern is not available. The purpose of this class is to design your own masterpiece!

Materials:  #3 and #4 16 inch circular, and DPNs for the heel and toe (The fabric should be dense and sturdy, so if you are typically a loose knitter, you should consider knitting down needle sizes.), 100 grams of sport or DK weight yarn for the main color, lesser amounts for contrasting color.  We recommend Berroco Ultra Wool DK, Juniper Moon Patagonia or Kelbourne Woolens Scout. 
Pattern:  Choose one of the many patterns that are available from Yarn or on Ravelry.  Spindleknitter and Personalized Christmas Stockings are free.  Additional resources and patterns and will be provided.

Fine print: You will pay the instructor directly the first day of class. Please bring either cash or a check payable to the instructor. Yarn cannot accept a credit card payment for classes. Store policy requires you to purchase materials for all classes from us. Thank you for understanding our policy and not asking us to make an exception for you.

Spectra Shawl with Jayne

3 Classes: Saturday Oct 19, Oct 26 and Nov 2, 10 am to noon
Level: Advanced Beginner to Intermediate
$45.00 plus cost of materials

Stephen West designed this shawl back in 2011, and we think it's a classic! This shawl is a study in short rows and contrast, and is a great introduction to short row knitting. Suitable for advanced beginners and intermediate knitters alike, you'll master the wrap and turn, gain insights into intarsia knitting, and be thrilled with your finished project. Class size is limited to 6 students, so please register early!

Materials: Two contrasting colors of fingering weight wool (420 yards of color A and 230 yards of color B, US size 5 straight or 24" circular needle, Tapestry needle, in-store Ravelry download of Spectra pattern and normal knitting notions and aids.

Fine print: You will pay the instructor directly the first day of class. Please bring either cash or a check payable to the instructor. Yarn cannot accept a credit card payment for classes. Store policy requires you to purchase materials for all classes from us. Thank you for understanding our policy and not asking us to make an exception for you.

Milet Mittens with Joan

3 Classes: Tuesday Oct 15, Oct 22 and Oct 29
Level: Intermediate to Advanced
$45.00 plus materials

The Milet Mittens are stranded colourwork mittens with folder cuffs featuring stitch patterns inspired by colourwork traditions from Norway and Latvia. Ribbing is worked on the inside of the cuffs for a snug fit that will keep cold winds and snow out. This pattern by Ysolda Teague will teach you Fair Isle or stranded knitting, how to catch floats, the idea of yarn dominance, how to manage your colors without tangles, and gusseted thumb construction. It's the perfect project to learn or master stranded colorwork, and probably the prettiest mitten I've ever seen!

Materials: Heavy fingering/sport weight wool- Three colors (C1: 40 yds, C2: 135 yds, C3: 75 yds) Berroco Ultra Wool fine or Elemental Affects Shetland or Erika Knight Wool Local. We do not recommend superwash wool for colorwork because it's too slippery for the colors to mesh together well.
Needles: Size 1.5 and 2.5 double pointed needles, marker tape, In-Store Ravelry purchase of Milet Mittens pattern by Ysolda Teague, and normal knitting notions.,

Fine print: You will pay the instructor directly the first day of class. Please bring either cash or a check payable to the instructor. Yarn cannot accept a credit card payment for classes. Store policy requires you to purchase materials for all classes from us. Thank you for understanding our policy and not asking us to make an exception for you.

Frjokorn Steeked Cardigan with Lee

5 classes: Thursday Sept 26, Oct 10, Oct 24, Nov 14 and Dec 5
Level: Intermediate to advanced
$65.00 plus materials

Do you love the idea of a stranded cardigan but hate the idea of purlnig with two colors? If so, then this is the class for you. This sweater is knit in the round from the yoke down, sleeves are separated out and knit down after the body is complete, then the sweater is steeked. Steeking is a scandanavian method of knitting in the round, then cutting open your knitting to create cardigans and blankets. In this class, you'll learn how to manage two colors, read charts, study yarn dominance, and finally, in the last class, cut open your work and secure the edges. Finally, you will crochet a quick border and button holes and finish it off. This class is a lot of knitting (we allow two weeks between classes for that reason)-, and if you don't think you can finish the knitting before the last class, you probably shouldn't sign up, or you will miss the steeking class.

Materials: Main color: 2-3 "plates" of Plotulopi and a complementary fingering weight yarn held together, contrasting color:1-2 balls of Lettlopi, 8-9 buttons, US 10 and 10.5 circular needles, or size needed to get gauge and appropriate same sized needles for your preferred small circumference knitting, US H crochet hook, scissors, marking tape, stitch markers and darning needle.

Fine print: You will pay the instructor directly the first day of class. Please bring either cash or a check payable to the instructor. Yarn cannot accept a credit card payment for classes. Store policy requires you to purchase materials for all classes from us. Thank you for understanding our policy and not asking us to make an exception for you.

Learn to Crochet with Jennifer
3 Classes: Saturday Sept 21, Sept 28 and Oct 5 1 - 3 pm
$45.00 plus materials

Learn a fun, easy method to create handmade items for your home, your friends and yourself!  We will cover the basics of crochet, including chain, single crochet and double crochet.  You will leave with the skills needed to create your first scarf, table runner, lap blanket or cowl.

Materials:  Worsted weight wool or wool blend, F or G hook.  Helpful, but not necessary:  a locking stitch marker.

Fine print: You will pay the instructor directly the first day of class. Please bring either cash or a check payable to the instructor. Yarn cannot accept a credit card payment for classes. Store policy requires you to purchase materials for all classes from us. Thank you for understanding our policy and not asking us to make an exception for you.

Swatching to Seaming - Knit your first Sweater with Jane

5 Classes: Thursday Sept 19, Oct 3, Oct 17, Nov 7 and Nov 21 6-8 pm
Level: Intermediate
$65.00 plus materials

While knitting this classic v-neck sweater, you will learn the basics of seamed sweater construction. We will start with swatching to obtain a good sweater fabric, move through the increases and decreases involved in the different pieces, and end with seaming and picking up stitches for a neckband. This straightforward pullover will soon be a go-to garment in your closet! Please be prepared to knit during the weeks so that you keep up with the various skills involved. Please note there is pre-class homework for this class. You must bring a completed, washed and blocked swatch in at least 2 different needle sizes to the first class.

Materials: DK weight yarn (we recommend Berroco Ultra Wool DK, Juniper Moon Farm Patagonia or Kelbourne Woolens Scout), US size 4 and 6 24 inch circular, or sizes needed to get gauge, 16" circular in smaller needle size, stitch holder, coilless safety pins, stitch markers, tapestry needle, gauge checker, download the free Berroco Pattern "Weir" from Ravelry or Berroco.com.

Knit The Shift with Joan

3 Classes: Tuesday Sept 17, Oct 1 and Oct 8
Level: Advanced beginner to intermediate
$45.00 plus materials

The Shift, by Andrea Mowry is the perfect all-the-time accessory! And the answer for all of those knitters out those who love to knit shawls, but have a hard time styling them. Knit with three or more colors (2 solids and one variegated), This cowl/small shawl is stunning. In this class, you will learn Sideways shawl construction, Mosaic knitting , I-cord edging, I-cord bind off, Increasing, Decreasing, Slipping Stitches and Changing colors. At the last class, you will learn how to block this knitted garment.

Materials: 3 colors of sport weight or dk yarn (200 yds. each). We recommend Schopell Edition 3, Plymouth Galway Sport, Plymouth Heritage or Mirasol Nuna.
Needles: Size 5 needles (straight or circular. - cord length not important as it is knitted flat), In-store Ravelry purchase of The Shift by Andrea Mowry, normal knitting notions and aids.

Fine print: You will pay the instructor directly the first day of class. Please bring either cash or a check payable to the instructor. Yarn cannot accept a credit card payment for classes. Store policy requires you to purchase materials for all classes from us. Thank you for understanding our policy and not asking us to make an exception for you.

Learn to Knit with Jayne

4 Classes:  Saturday Sept 14, Sept 21, Sept 28 and Oct 5  10 am to noon
Level:  Novice
$55.00 plus materials

Has learning to knit been on your bucket list?  Well, sign up now!  Jayne will teach you basic knitting skills while you knit a beautiful sampler scarf.  You will master casting on, the knit and purl stitches, basic pattern reading and binding off while you build a beautiful scarf that will teach you 6 different stitch patterns.

Materials:  400 yards of worsted weight yarn. We recommend Ella Rae Classic Wool, Kelbourne Woolens Germantown or Berroco Ultra Wool.   US size 8 straight needles, stitch markers, tapestry needle. Pattern will be provided by instructor at the first class.

Fine print: You will pay the instructor directly the first day of class. Please bring either cash or a check payable to the instructor. Yarn cannot accept a credit card payment for classes. Store policy requires you to purchase materials for all classes from us. Thank you for understanding our policy and not asking us to make an exception for you.

Knit your first socks with Leslie

3 Classes: Monday Sept 9, Sept 23 and Sept 30 6-8 pm
Level: Advanced beginner to intermediate
$45.00 plus materials

Who doesn't like a pair of hand knit socks?  Leslie is back to teach this perennial favorite! The possibilities for sock knitting are endless.  See a pretty lace repeat you want to add to something?  Dreaming of a serpentine cable?  You  can add them to socks!  In this class, however, you'll learn the basics: turning the heel, shaping the toe, and finally, mastering the kitchener stitch.  Beware though - we warn everyone that sock knitting is addictive!

Materials:  Worsted weight machine washable yarn.  We recommend either 1 ball of Regia 8 ply, or 2 skeins of Malabrigo Rios or Berroco Ultra Wool, size 4 or 5 double pointed needles, Yankee Knitter Basic Socks for the Whole Family pattern, normal knitting notions and accessories.  

Fine print: You will pay the instructor directly the first day of class. Please bring either cash or a check payable to the instructor. Yarn cannot accept a credit card payment for classes. Store policy requires you to purchase materials for all classes from us. Thank you for understanding our policy and not asking us to make an exception for you.

LEVEL:  No experience necessary

2 Classes, Saturdays June 15 from 1 - 3 pm and June 22 from 10 am to noon

Cost:  $35.00 plus materials

Learn a fun, easy method to create handmade items for your home, your friends and yourself!  We will cover the basics of crochet, including chain, single crochet and double crochet.  You will leave with the skills needed to create a pillow cover, cowl or baby blanket

Materials: Worsted weight yarn in pale solid color.  Hooks in 2 sizes; at least one of which should be size F or G, Locking stitch markers

Please note:  We require that yarns used in our classes are purchased from us.  Students receive a 10% discount on class supplies while the class is running.

Add on a 3rd class for an additional $10.00! See the description for “Crochet: Beyond the Basics with Jennifer” offered as a stand alone class on June 22. Let us know when you sign up that you’d like the three class special!

LEVEL: Advanced Beginner to intermediate

3 CLASSES  Saturdays 1 - 3 pm 4/6, 4/13 and 4/27

Cost:  $45.00 plus materials

Get ready for the transition into spring with the beautiful Lisbon Lace Poncho. It’s a lovely way to dress up a dress or T-Shirt, and keep the spring chill at bay! Using basic crochet stitches you will learn how to work with a crochet diagram and how to block your finished garment.

Materials:  Download the free Lisbon pattern from the Berroco website, Size H hook, 875 to 1125 yards of heavy dk or light worsted weight yarn (Berroco Summer silk, Berroco Pima 100, Queensland Savannah), tapestry needle for weaving in ends, T pins and blocking supplies to block out the lace

Required skills:  Chain, single, half double and double crochet

Fine Print: You will pay the instructor the full class fee on the first night of class.  We require you to use yarn purchased at our store for all classes.  Students receive a 10% discount on all class supplies, while the class is running.

Please note:  We require that yarns used in our classes are purchased from us.  Students receive a 10% discount on class supplies while the class is running.

LEVEL: COMPLETE NOVICE

4 CLASSES  SATURDAYS 10 AM TO NOON    April 6, 13, 20 and 27 10 am to noon

Cost:  $55.00 plus materials

Has learning to knit been on your bucket list?  Well, sign up now!  Jayne will teach you basic knitting skills while you knit a beautiful sampler scarf.  You will master casting on, the knit and purl stitches, basic pattern reading and binding off while you build a beautiful scarf that will teach you 6 different stitch patterns.

Materials:  400 yards of worsted weight yarn, US size 8 straight needles, stitch markers, tapestry needle. Pattern will be provided by instructor at the first class.

Required skills:  None.  This class is for absolute beginners

Fine Print: You will pay the instructor the full class fee on the first night of class.  We require you to use yarn purchased at our store for all classes.  Students receive a 10% discount on all class supplies, while the class is running.

Please note:  We require that yarns used in our classes are purchased from us.  Students receive a 10% discount on class supplies while the class is running.

LEVEL: Complete novice to experienced felter

2 CLASSES  Sunday March 24th and 31st from 10 am to 3 pm, with break times built in for stretching and lunch. A 3rd session will be scheduled later to help students wet felt their finished tapestry.

Cost:  $125.00 includes materials

Interested in creating a large tapestry? Let’s do it!! March 24th & 31st from 10-3 at YARN in Waterbury, Vt. This magnificent scene is not the only design to choose from. Neysa will have several ideas for you, each may be modified to suit your personal tastes and desires. There will be homework…lots of homework… and we will need to meet a 3rd time in order to wet felt the tapestry as students complete the project. 

Good vs. Evil, a traditional theme used throughout history to create dramatic tension, from ancient art and literature, to modern day movies and novels. This medieval inspired tapestry has all the elements necessary for a great story: action, animals, and people in motion. A tapestry this size does not come together over night, there will be homework. Neysa has some valuable tools she uses to cover the most ground quickly. Some students may finish sooner than others, so the third date, will be kept flexible.

No experience is required to take this class, beginners are welcome. The only requirement is ambition, some upper body strength, and of course, the time to complete the necessary homework.  Neysa will show you how to easily modify the scene to suit your tastes, making each students tapestry personally unique. An abundance of color choices will be available.

Please note: Class size is limited to 8 students. Payment will be required at time of registration to secure your spot. This tapestry is larger than our normal needle felting classes!

LEVEL:  Intermediate

2 Classes, Saturdays 1 - 4 pm March 23 and 30 (note three hour sessions!)

Cost:  $45.00 plus materials

In this two-part series, you will learn to double knit and make two small projects.

In Part 1, we’ll explore the basics of double knitting, understand how to read a double knitting chart, and practice knitting this double layer, reversible fabric.  You will learn to cast on and begin making a small coaster (knit flat) in class, and finish knitting it at home before Part 2.

  In Part 2, we’ll learn to bind off, spend some time checking our gauge, and begin a slightly larger project, a headband knit in the round.

 Skills required: You should be comfortable with knitting basics such as traditional long-tail cast-on, binding off, knitting and purling. It may be helpful, but not required, to have prior experience working with 2 colors of yarn at a time (such as in stranded knitting or 2-color brioche).

Materials required:

One ball each of two colors of Ella Rae Classic Wool (100% wool, worsted weight). Choose colors with a high contrast in tone (light and dark). Yarn must be purchased from Yarn VT.

Bring to class:

Knitting needles in size US 6 (4 mm) in your preferred configuration for knitting flat, and preferred configuration for knitting in the round. We suggest you bring a few other sizes larger and smaller as well so you can experiment with getting a nice double-knit fabric.

Stitch markers, scissors, tapestry needle for sewing / binding off.

To register for this class please call the shop at 802-2241-2244 or email us at lee@yarnvt.com.

Please note:  We require that yarns used in our classes are purchased from us.  Students receive a 10% discount on class supplies while the class is running. Students will pay the instructor directly on the first day of class, and should be prepared to pay with either cash or a check.

LEVEL:  No experience necessary

3 Classes, Saturdays 10 am to noon March 16, 23 and 30

Cost:  $45.00 plus materials

Learn a fun, easy method to create handmade items for your home, your friends and yourself!  We will cover the basics of crochet, including chain, single crochet and double crochet.  You will leave with the skills needed to create your first scarf, table runner, lap blanket or cowl.

Materials:  Worsted weight wool or wool blend, F or G hook.  Helpful, but not necessary:  a locking stitch marker.

Please note:  We require that yarns used in our classes are purchased from us.  Students receive a 10% discount on class supplies while the class is running.