Woolen Treasures Yarn Shop

More Spring/Summer Classes

Classes by Vic:

Beginning Socks – Three 1 hour Sessions: Learn the basics of sock knitting by creating a small practice sock using worsted weight yarn, US size 6 double point needles, and pattern provided free of charge.  

Optionally, knit a basic ribbed sock using fingering weight sock yarn; size 2.25 mm double point needles and Knits by Vic, Inc. - Basic Rib Sock pattern.

 

Techniques taught:  Knitting socks with double-point needles.  Additionally, knitting socks with 2-circular needles and 1-circular needle will be demonstrated.

 

Session I

Dates: Tuesday Evening – 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM; 6/8/10, 6/15/10, 6/22/10 

Minimum: 3 students (6 students maximum)
Instructor: Vic
Cost: $38

 

Materials needed: Any worsted weight yarn (preferably a light, solid color) purchased from Woolen Treasures, US size 6 4-5 double-point needles, and pattern provided free of charge at the first class.

 

Optional Materials: 100g of any fingering weight sock yarn, 2.25 mm 4-5 double-point needles, and Knits by Vic, Inc. – Basic Rib Sock pattern purchased at Woolen Treasures. 

New Spring and Summer Classes

Classes by Mari:

May 10 - Correcting Mistakes from 6:00pm to 7:30pm  -  Cost $20

Ever wanted to know how to repair a mistake without ripping it all the way out.  Mari will show you some tricks on fixing your mistakes so you won't have to wait for someone to help you or undo all of your knitting. 

May 12 - Knit in the Round from 6:00pm to 7:30pm  -  Cost $20 plus material

    Let Mari help you take the mystery out of knitting in the round by getting you started on knitting a hat.  You will practice knitting and purling along with pattern reading.  

July 21 & 28 - Beginning Knitting from 6:00pm to 8:00pm  -

     Cost $30 plus material

    Did you ever want to learn to knit?  Mari will keep you in stitches while she teaches you to cast on, knit, purl, bind off and read a pattern.  You will be making your first scarf while practicing these techniques. 

June 16 - Baby Socks from the Toe Up Workshop 6:00pm to 9:00pm  - Cost $25 plus material

    You will learn the basic technique for toe up sock design while making some cute socks for a special little one.  After completing this workshop you will be able to make a big pair for yourself.  Watch out, sock knitting is addictive.  

 June 23 -Baby Hat Workshop 6:00pm to 9:00pm  - Cost $25 plus material

    Continue with baby items by knitting a darling hat to go along wh the socks for a perfect gift. Mari will teach you some fun stitch techniques while knitting in the round.  By the end of the class you should have a wonderful hat ready to package up for a precious little one. 

July 14 - Finishing Workshop  6:00pm to 8:00pm  - Cost $20

Every wonder how to put your sweater together or finish your piece so it looks professional?  Mari will guide you on the variety of techniques for completing your piece professionally.  Please pick up your homework assignment while paying for the class.