| Workshops Sep-Dec 2008 |
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Circular Knit Hat
Ready to go beyond flat knitting? Learn circular knitting, shaping and how to
use
double point needles by making a basic hat--from here you can go on to bags
and other circular projects. For those comfortable with basic knit and purl
and ready for more.
Two 2-hour sessions. $30
Tue 10-12, Sep 30 and Oct 7 |

Toe Up Socks
Designed for new sock knitters and those wanting to learn new techniques,
emphasis is on short row toe and heel. Learn sock formulas that work every time.
Three 2-hour sessions. $45
Sat 1-3, Oct 4, 11, 18
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Fair Isle Mittens
If you want to learn the two-color Fair Isle technique, the
Tiffany
mitten is great to learn
on. Worked with 5 colors (only 2 at a time) and 5 stitch patterns, you’ll learn
how to
read color stitch charts and work an “after-thought” thumb. Some proficiency
with
double point needles preferred. This is a great way to use up odd balls of yarn!
Two, 2-hour sessions. $30
Thu, 6:30-8:30, Oct 30 and Nov 13 |
Mini
Sweater Decoration
This charming 3” sweater can decorate your tree, packages and wreaths.
Children will love them for their dolls. A quick knit on double point needles
with
very little finishing work!
One 2-hour session. $15
Sat 1-3pm, Nov 29
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Holiday Gifts
Share with others the joy of a gift created just for them: |
Felted Clogs
Everyone can use warm slippers! Once you get the hang of these, you’ll
want to make them for others on your list. Learn short row shaping,
construction tips, and quick finishing techniques. Two 3-hour sessions. $45
Sat 1-4, Nov 1 and 15
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Fingerless Mitts
Quite the fashion rage and practical too! Choose your pattern and learn
how to cast on and knit with double pointed needles and shaping for the
thumb, which is added last. Two 2-hour sessions. $30
Wed, 10-12 and 6:30-8:30, Oct 29 and Nov 5
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Fiesta Bag
A fun and quick knit with minimal finishing. Learn paired increases and
decreases, pick up for band and I-cord handle. Bet you can’t make just one!
One 2.5-hour session. $15
Wed 10-12:30 and 6:30-9, Nov 12 |