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Whether you want to learn a new skill, try a new project, or simply socialize, we have just the class for you - from the basics to advanced techniques. Private lessons are available, too. You'll love working with a great line-up of teachers: Claudia Brust, Brigid Connolly, Jill Holbrook, Samantha Leopold-Sullivan, Deborah Levine, Lisa Litton, Kendra McNally, Marlo Morgan & Pam Price. Check www.kiwiknitting.com for updates. In order to provide you with the individual attention you deserve, classes are limited to 5 unless otherwise noted.
We'd like to hear from you! Let us know what classes you would like to see and best times for you. E-mail me at Lynn@kiwiknitting.com or use the suggestion box when you visit the store.
Tech Classes: Cost: $18/class unless otherwise noted. Unless otherwise indicated, please bring a small amount of worsted weight yarn & US 7 knitting needles.
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Beginners Classes
Tech Classes
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The Beginning Knitting Series - A series of 4 modules that can take you from non-knitter to confident knitter ready for most common knitting projects. Making a sampler scarf allows you to master the knit and purl stitches, casting on (starting), binding off (ending), basic increases and decreases and pattern reading. Take one or all. Materials: 200yd worsted weight yarn and knitting needles size 8, 9, or 10.
Cost: $50 or $18 per module. Lynn Davis (evening); Kendra McNally (daytimes).
10 Ð Noon: Tue Aug 10 Ð 31 or
10 Ð Noon: Mon Oct 11 Ð Nov 1
7 Ð 9 PM: Thu Aug 19 Ð Sept 9 or
7 - 9 PM Wed Oct 20 Ð Nov 10
Beginner Class
The Beginning Knitting Series - A series of 4 modules that can take you from non-knitter to confident knitter ready for most common knitting projects. Making a sampler scarf allows you to master the knit and purl stitches, casting on (starting), binding off (ending), basic increases and decreases and pattern reading. Take one or all. Materials: 200yd worsted weight yarn and knitting needles size 8, 9, or 10.
Cost: $50 or $18 per module.
Teachers:
Lynn Davis (evening)
Kendra McNally (daytimes)
10 Ð Noon: Tue Aug 10 Ð 31 or
10 Ð Noon: Mon Oct 11 Ð Nov 1
7 Ð 9 PM: Thu Aug 19 Ð Sept 9 or
7 - 9 PM Wed Oct 20 Ð Nov 10
Beginners Class
Second Steps - Second Steps is a series of 3 classes for the new knitter. Using a simple hat, these modules will expand your knowledge of casting on, increasing & decreasing, knitting in the round and simple color work.
Cost: $39
Teachers:
Lynn Davis (evening) &
Kendra McNally (daytime).
10 Ð Noon: Tue Sept 14 - 28
7 Ð 9 PM: Wed Sept 22 Ð Oct 6
Beginners Class
Crochet 101 - Learn the basics of crochet Ð how to properly start, the foundation chain, single crochet, pattern reading, and more. Materials: A size G, H or I crochet hook & a small amount of worsted yarn.
Cost: $18,
Teachers:
Samantha Leopold-Sullivan (Aug) &
Brigid Connolly (Sept)&
Marlo Morgan (Oct)
10 - Noon: Thu Aug 12 or
10 - Noon: Sat Sept 11
1 Ð 3 PM Tue Oct 5
Beginners Class
Crochet 102 - HDC, DC, TC. What the heck! Just the next step for the new or returning crochet enthusiast. We'll put your new skills to the test by following a pattern with me to make a Granny Square! Materials: Same hook and yarn as Crochet 101.
Cost: $18,
Teacher: Marlo Morgan
1 Ð 3 PM: Mon Sept 13
Beginners Class
Spin DR - Jill will be at Kiwi on the Saturday mornings listed below to teach beginners and those needing help to move to the next level alike. Learn hand spinning, how to use a spinning wheel or bring your questions about preparing and spinning fibers. Materials: Your hand spindle and/or wheel, fiber and questions.
Cost: $18/session, Teacher: Jill Holbrook
10 AM Ð Noon Sat: Aug 21, Sept 18, Oct 16
Tech Class
Reading Your Knitting - The skill of recognizing what stitches look like after you have knit, purl, decreased or increased is one of the most useful skills you can have. It will save you trips to Kiwi (though we love to see you!), unnecessary ripping, and lots of frustration!
Cost: $18, Teacher:Kendra McNally
1 Ð 3 Mon Aug 9
Tech Class
Cast On's - There are many different methods to get those stitches on the needles. Each has its best uses. This class will help you learn techniques and when to use each. Materials: a ball of yarn & appropriate knitting needles.
Cost: $18, Teacher: Pam Price
1 Ð 3 PM Wed Aug 18
Tech Class
Intarsia - Intrigued by those projects with flowers, birds, & polka dots? Learn how easy they are! Materials: small amouts of 2 colors of yarn.
Cost: $18, teacher: Brigid Connolly
10 Ð Noon Sat Aug 28
Tech Class
Correcting Mistakes - Are you ripping it all out when the mistake is too noticeable to ignore? There IS a better way! Learn to recognize what is wrong, to decide what can be fixed more easily, and to pick the technique for doing so! Materials: a 4Óx4Ó swatch still on the needles; a size G crochet hook; a darning needle; & waste yarn.
Cost: $18, Teacher: Pam Price
1 Ð 3 PM Tue Aug 31
Tech Class
Continental Knitting - Did you know that not all knitters use the same techniques to form their stitches? If you are a comfortable ÒthrowerÓ you may want to try ÒpickingÓ for ergonomic reasons, for knitting more comfortably & effectively with 2 or more colors at a time, or just for fun!
Cost: $18, Teacher: Claudia Brust
1 Ð 3 PM Fri Sept 10
Tech Class
Chart Reading - If your knitting has progressed to lace, cable, and color patterns, but you are getting lost in the long strings of instructions or confused by unusual terminology, TAKE THIS COURSE! Learning to use charts can greatly simplify these projects for you.
Cost: $18, Teacher: Pam Price
10 Ð Noon Wed Sept 15
Tech Class
Modular Knitting - Modular knitting is such fun! You will learn one of the basic building blocks and how to build your project by attaching the blocks as you go. Large projects seem to fly when using this technique!
Cost: $18, Teacher: Kendra McNally
1 Ð 3 PM Mon Sept 20
Tech Class
Celebrating Innovation! Cat Bordhi's Moebius CO - Explore the realm of ÒMagical KnittingÓ. Learn this technique which will allow you to create a moebious without seams! Materials: Circular needles with a 40Ó or longer cord.
Cost: $18, Teacher: Kendra McNally
10 Ð Noon Wed Sept 29
Tech Class
Needle Felting - Needle felting can be used in so many ways to embellish, make little objects or simplify a construction issue. This skill is a really good tool to have in your bag of tricks. Materials: A set of felting needles; other materials will be provided.
Cost: $18, Teacher: Lynn Davis
10 Ð Noon Tue Oct 5
Tech Class
Double Knitting - Learn how to knit a double-sided fabric or a tube with straight needles. Reversible knits are based on this technique. Great for washcloths and potholders or if you are really daring, you can use the technique for purses, mittens, or hats!
Cost: $18, Teacher: Claudia Brust
1 Ð 3 PM Fri Oct 15
Tech Class
Bind Off's - Ever have trouble getting your gorgeous, newly finished sweater over or head? Are your scarves puckering at the edges? In this class you'll learn options for eliminating those problems.
Cost: $18, Teacher: Brigid Connolly
10 Ð Noon Sat Oct 23
Tech Class
Eating Cake - Ever find a must-have yarn but the pattern you like doesn't match the gauge? Come learn how ÒYou can have your cake and eat it too.Ó We'll learn a little knitting math and how to use some great books to let you make the sweater you want! Materials: a 4Ó x 4Ó swatch in worsted yarn (US8 needle) and another in DK/sport yarn (US 6 needle), measuring tape, calculator & pen.
Cost: $18, Teacher: Lynn Davis
10 Ð Noon Thur Oct 28
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