Year Round Knitting & Crochet Classes:
Knitting 101
3 weeks: $55 + supplies K101 part 1, K101 part 2, K101 part 3
Have you always wanted to learn how to knit? Did you learn at one time and have forgotten? Even if you have never picked up a ball of yarn and two needles, we are here for you! Come learn the basics, knit and purl stitch, casting on/bind off and including increasing and decreasing. Classes run for 2 hours for 3 weeks. First class is at the beginning of the month and part 2 and 3 are the following two consecutive weeks. Repeats every month on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Knitting 201
2 weeks: $45 + supplies
Now that you know the basics we will embark on learning cables, and working with circular and double pointed needles. We will get you started confidently on two projects a reversible cable scarf and a rolled brim hat. Classes run for 2 hours for 3 weeks.
Pre-requisites: Knitting 101
Limit: 6
Knitting 301 – Cuff-down Socks
3 weeks: $55 + supplies
Learn the basics of sock architecture by making a pair of socks from the cuff down. Classes run for 2 hours for 4 weeks.
Pre-requisites: Knitting 201
Limit: 6
Knitting 302 – Toe-up Socks
3 weeks: $55 + supplies
Learn the basics of sock architecture by making a pair of socks from the toe up. Classes run for 2 hours for 4 weeks.
Pre-requisites: Knitting 201
Limit: 6
Knitting 401 – Top Down Cardigan
A classic and feminine top down cardigan in which you will learn the basics of most top downs. Cast on from the nect and knit down with no seams to worry about. Learn to pick up stitches around the edge to create a ruffled edge. Pattern must be purchased on Ravelry before class.
Pre-requisites: Knitting 201
Limit: 6
Anatomy of a Sweater
A cardigan that will be a pleasure to knit knowing that it will be a perfect fit. Learn the different parts of sweater construction from set-in-sleeves or knit from the shoulder down. Buttonholes and buttonhole placement as well as finishing techniques.
Pre-requisites: Knitting 201
Limit: 6
OOPS – How to Fix you Mistakes
1 Weeks; $35 + supplies
Learn how to fix your mistakes!
At the end of this class you will be confident in identifying and being able to correct most knitting Oops..!
Homework needed. Cast on 26 sts with worsted weight yarn and knit 2″ in garter stitch. Place stitches on waste yarn. Cast on 26 stitches with worsted weight yarn and knit 2″ in stockinette. Bring both swatches to class together with a crochet needle appropriate for the yarn.
Limit: no limit
Crochet Worshop
2 Weeks; $45 + supplies
You will learn how to maneuvera crochet hook and create the basic stitches. Once you’ve mastered them the combinations are endless! Classes run for 2 hours for 2 weeks..
Pre-requisites: None.
Limit: 6
Finishing
1 week: $35 + supplies
Made a sweater and didn’t know how to put it together? Please come to this class. Your knitting will look handmade not homemade!
Homework: Three stockinette swatches with 20sts on cast on and knit for 3″. Three garter stitch swatches with 20 sts on cast on and knit for 3″. Contrasting color yarn and darning needles. All supplies available at TKG
Specialty Classes:
Specialty Classes and Sunday Series Classes vary month to month. Information on classes and events can be found in the newsletter in the Schedule page.
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