Nothing but knit! A few double decreases here, invisible increases there, and a buttonhole or two. This funny looking object seams up into a great looking baby jacket. Experience the unique and surprising construction while knitting and seaming this project under the guidance of an expert.

A beginning knitting class--just for kids! In three sessions students will learn the basics of knitting, including how to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off. Students may begin a scarf, washcloth, bracelet or bean bag in the third class! Suitable for children ages 8 and up.

Be a part of the tradition of lace knitting, learn the basics, from the humble yarn over to slanted and centered decreases. Decipher charts and basic stitches, then choose a pattern to begin your own lace scarf or shawl. Materials needed for first class: 200 yards fingering weight yarn and US size 3 needles.

Parlez-vous beret Francais? Oui! Learn how to make a designer beret in this two part class! Parfais for a tres chic winter ensemble! Pattern and designer tricks-of-the-trade included. Materials needed for first class: 100 yards bulky weight yarn and US 10.5 & 11 16 inch circular needles.

Learn to make those impressive cables that everyone drools over! This suprisingly simple skills opens a world of possibilities.

Topics: left and right crossing cables

Learn to create with only a hook and a ball of yarn. This class will include the basic stitches plus granny squares, pattern reading and more.

Pronounced: ä-mē-gü-rü-mē
Japanese for a crocheted or knitted shape; it describes the craft of crocheting 3-D toys, dolls and objects.

Create your own creatures for yourself or your favorite little ones. You will learn tips and secrets for making a variety of 3-D shapes. You can mix and match these pieces to build your own toys dolls and objects. Learn the difference between working in a spiral or in the round and how to document your own patterns. Whether you have made Amigurumi before or not, you will discover many new creative possibilities. This is a skills class, not a finished project class. Basic crochet knowledge needed (chain and single crochet).

This course will help you evaluate what kinds of knit items look best on YOU. You'll learn how to measure yourself. We'll knit swatches to get gauge and find the ideal fabric for your project. You will design your prototype set-in sleeve sweater and calculate stitch requirements including armhole and neck shaping. Numerous knitting and finishing techniques will be discussed. Students will be encouraged to actively participate with ideas and experiences. Please understand that will not complete a sweater in four sessions!
Note: This class is intended for knitters who have already tackled their first sweater project.

Come and make a reversible entrelac scarf in two easy sessions. Learn this stunning technique with professional help and explicit, step-by-step instructions, and gain the confidence to knit those beautiful enrelac patterns on your own.

This class will help you take your first steps into the world of color work. Learn the fundamental techniques and essential tips to successfully master this advanced skill.

Learn to make fingerless gloves, it's a snap! This is a great follow-up to Knitting 101 or Hats 101.

Learn to make gloves and mittens – with fingers, partial fingers, or completely fingerless. Featuring the amazing asymmetric gusset! Knit in the round using two circulars or the magic loop technique! We'll discuss the techniques used to make many types of hand-coverings using any gauge yarn and to fit any size hand.

Want to learn a new technique or quick lace making? With a hairpin fork, you will see how easy it is to make strips of lace in any length you desire. In two sessions, you will have a hairpin lace scarf of your very own.

Put a lid on it! Keep your head warm—knit your first hat in 2 easy sessions. We'll teach you the techniques to make a hat any size you want using any yarn you want!

Let's have a BLOCK PARTY! Color blocks that is. Come learn all of the essentials including chart reading to tackle those color block and picture knitting projects you want to make.

Welcome to the world of yarn! Learn to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off. Start your first scarf, poncho, or blanket in week 3!

Pronounced: ä-mē-gü-rü-mē

Learn how to make knitted Amigurumi shapes. Once you learn how to knit seamless 3D pieces (knitted sculpture) the possibilities are huge! This is a "skills" class not a "finished project" class. I'll teach you how to knit a ball shape, how to do a Turkish Cast On, how to make Japanese short rows and more.

Ever know a knitter who hasn’t said, “Just one more row”? Me neither! I’ll bet they’ve also complained of aches and pains while knitting. In this class, you’ll learn how knitting affects the “fabric that makes the fabric”- your body. You’ll learn how knitting contributes to those aches and pains throughout your body, but more importantly, you’ll learn how to reduce them. A little knowledge and some simple changes can keep you knitting happily and safely ever after. Students who’ve taken this class have said that it should be “required learning for all knitters regardless of experience level!” and, “it’s as important as the knit and purl stitches!” This class is taught by a passionate knitter who is also a physical therapist.

Knitting is not a “no pain, no gain” activity, yet many of us take better care of our favorite stash fiber than we do the fibers that allow us to knit—our bodies. Tired muscles, sore joints, and aching backs and necks needlessly plague too many knitters. This class will teach you fun ways of “fiber care” for the most important project you make — YOU!  Don’t let the preventable keep you from doing what you love. Knit on, safely and comfortably!

Discover the speed and wonders of machine knitting, and make a unique, designer, felted scarf. Learn the basics of machine knitting using our LK-150 knitting machines. Then take it a step further and learn the secrets behind the intriguing shibori technique.

Come discover this simple and charming method of surface design. This felting technique does not use any water. With a special felting needle, you can apply both wool roving and yarn, to felt and other woven fabrics.
There is an additional $5 materials fee paid to the instructor.

Does your knitting grind to a halt when you get to a mistake? Does the thought of dropping a stitch send you in a panic? Learn how to recognize problems and how to fix them. This class will teach you how to unknit stitch by stitch as well as how to rip back a row or two.

Pulled straight from silver lucy design's private collection, this stylie poncho will keep you toasty and ahead of the fashion curve for Fall/Winter 09! Choose classic "stripes" or make a "solid" statement - this quick poncho is made with only two skeins of super bulky yarn. Pattern included.

You don't read Japanese and there's this great pattern you want to make without translations! Don't despair all you need to know are the meaning of a few symbols, the logic of the method and some experience making knitted garments. It's a clear and simple system, kind of like a blueprint. Different from the "wordy" written text version of "how to make something" that we are use to. It's kind of like deciphering a secret message with a decoder ring, it's fun.

If you've take the Basics class and want extra help understanding your chosen project, this workshop is the perfect solution. Class size will be limited to four students.

Sew "almost" invisible, clean, smooth, zippers with very little teeth showing into your hand knit sweaters, vests, and jackets. Techniques taught include: Hand basting preparation stitch; Super strong "backstitch" insertion; Custom shortening zippers to fit perfectly; and Knitting bias strip facings. Bring to class: "blocked" natural fiber or "washed/dryed" synthetic hand knitgarment or knitted matching 6"x 8" rectangles with two of the longer edges finished as if they were the openings ready for a zipper. Alternately, bring yarn and needles to make bias strip facings and a notebook to take notes.

Cold feet? Not after this class! Socks are fun and easy - especially when knit on two circular needles. You'll learn the basic principles of cuff-down sock construction: from turning the heel, to grafting the toe.

Make your own yarn! Learn to card wool on hand carders, then spin up your prepared wool on a drop spindle. Practice wool included in class cost and hand carders provided for in-class use.

Bring your projects to the next level. Professional looking details make all the difference. Learn cast-on, bind-off pairing, mirrored and fully fashioned increases and decreases, seaming, blocking, and more.

Learn to make socks starting at the toe. A great follow-up to our Sock it to Me class. In this class you'll flip things around and start at the toe, using the short-row toe technique. Why knit from the toe? It's great when you have a finite amount of yarn and you don't know how far it will go. You can knit until you run out! Also, why not learn? It's fun!

Take your knitting to the next level with a raglan sweater! This method and style makes for a great looking sweater with minimal finishing, with your choice of a men's or women's version. Pattern is included.