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Beginners Class - Begin here... me for the Beginning series? Then Knitting 101 is for you. You will learn to cast on stitches, the knit and purl stitches, casting off, and weaving in ends. You will make swatches of
stockinet, reverse stockinet, and garter stitches. With this class you are ready to take on basic scarves, shawls, and afghans.
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Baby Sweater - For those with new arrivals in their lives or those wanting to try a sweater for the first time on a small scale, this class is for you! We will make a simple top-down sweater that will become a staple in your repertoire for years to come. Materials: 200 - 400yds worsted yarn (depending on size); 16 "US 9 & US 6 circular knitting needles and either a set of dpn's of each size or a second circular; KPS pattern #214 or #982; markers.
$28 Heather Ordover
1 Ð 3 PM Tue July 22 & Aug 5
(2 sessions)
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Bead Crochet Bracelet - Enjoy learning a popular-international technique in making vintage bead rope jewelry, while creating a beautiful bracelet. No crochet experience is necessary! Materials: 6 different colors of size 6/0 seed bead tubes or packets; for beginners, size 2.10 - 1.65 mm steel crochet hooks and for more experienced: size 1.8 - 1.5 mm steel crochet hooks; crochet thread #10 (or #5 DCM Perle Cotton for beginners); beading needle; scissors; bead mat; and thread heaven.
$45 Deborah Levine
1 Ð 3 PM Thur May 15, 22, & 29 or
1 Ð 3 PM Thur July 24, 31, & Aug 7
(3 sessions)
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Cat Bordhi's Desert Sunrise Bag - Intrigued by Cat Bordhi's moebius knitting? Here is your chance to try it out while making a beautiful, colorful bag. Learn the moebius cast-on, the intricacies of hand-painted yarn, and how to felt all in one class! Materials: 600 yds hand-painted yarn; 200 yds solid yarn; 2 yds waste yarn; stitch markers; US 11 16" or 24" circular and 47"-60"circular; access to "A Second Treasury of Magical Knitting".
$28, Heather Ordover
10 Ð Noon Tue May 20 & 27
(2 sessions)
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Cat Bordhi's Trifold Knitter's Bowl - Treat yourself! Every craftsperson needs their "tool bench" where everything is within easy reach. This bowl is exquisite with side pouches to hold the essentials (tape measures, stitch markers, yarn cutters etc) so you can grab them at any time and a coin purse design to keep your yarn tucked away but still allowing free access. It is put together wrapped in a moebius strip so it looks like an art piece. Materials: 480 yds worsted yarn for main color; about 50 gms of 2 contrasting colors; 6 pieces of waste yarn; US 11 circular knitting needles with 47 Ð 60", 24", & 16" cords; stitch markers; & access to "A Second Treasury of Magical Knitting".
$42 Heather Ordover
10 Ð Noon Mon July 7, 14, & 21
(3 sessions)
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Double Knit Potholder - Amaze your friends with the seamless potholder! Learn how to do a seamless cast-on, the double knitting technique, and the Kitchner's stitch! Materials: 150 yds worsted yarn; & US 7 or 8 knitting needles.
$18, Marianne Casteel
10 Ð Noon Sat July 26
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Hats! - Move beyond the scarf with these popular gifts. Learn the basics of making a hat in the round and how to add more colors, sequins, or beads to make it special for each wearer. Good class for the new knitter! Materials: worsted or chunky yarn, US8 or 9 16" circular and double points; pattern from www.knittingonthenet.com, Theresa Gaffy #31, or 76-Stitches Hat from Fall 2004 "Interweave Knits".
$28, Lisa Litton
10 Ð Noon Tue May 6 & 13 or
10 Ð Noon Tue July 29 & Aug 5
(2 sessions)
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Fiber Trends Felted Clogs - These clogs are a favorite of all who wear them! Knitting them can sometimes be frustrating and Kathy is here to help! The class is suitable for experienced beginners and beyond. Great for those who want to felt more than purses! Please bring the knitted, felted swatch suggested in the pattern to the first class. Materials: 600 yds worsted wool (1/3 for upper; 2/3 for sole & trim); 24" US 13 circ needles; Fiber Trends AC-33 pattern.
$28, Kathy Costello
1 Ð 3 PM Tue May 20 & 27 or
1 Ð 3 PM Tue Wed July 30 & Aug 6
(2 sessions)
Please call if this doesn't fit your
schedule. Kathy will set up a mutually
agreeable time with those interested.
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Felted Fish - Children love these colorful creatures! You can hang them as decorations or let them get hugged to death. Materials: 1 ball Noro Kureyon; 2 pairs 24" circ US 10.5 needles; markers; pattern provided.
$31, Heather Ordover
1 Ð 3 PM Tue June 17 & 24
(2 sessions)
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Felted Satchel - Learn to knit and then felt a beautiful shoulder bag. Techniques you will learn include, provisional cast on, knitting in the round, increasing & decreasing, loop or knitted cast on, and how to felt. Then take your finished product to the Felting WS for ideas to create a unique look for you! Great class for new knitters! Materials: approx 460 yds chunky wool; US 11 circular needles with a 24 or 29" cord; Sz H ÐJ crochet hook; pattern provided.
$34, Lisa Litton
10 AM Ð Noon Tue June 3 & 10 or
1 Ð 3 PM Wed July 16 & 23
(2 sessions)
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Elizabeth Zimmerman Sweater - Want to "graduate" to making a sweater or are you frustrated by earlier attempts that weren't quite right? Learn EZ's method for a sweater that fits and looks great! Materials: 500 Ð 1000 gms yarn; knitting needles to match yarn; markers.
$42, Heather Ordover
10 AM Ð Noon May 5, 19, & June 2
(2 sessions)
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Hedge Hogs - These cute little critters are fun to make and baby tested! Whether you make them true to life or psychedelic, you will love the result! Materials: 200 yds worsted wool yarn; 100 yds 1 or more fur yarns; US 10.5 & US 11 24" circular needles; Fiber Trends pattern #228.
$28 Heather Ordover
1 Ð 3 PM Fri Jun 13 & 20
(2 sessions)
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Knitting/Crocheting with Handspun - OK, you've been spinning for a while, but now what do you do? We will discuss and share techniques and tips for getting from "You call this yarn? to "Wow what a cool XXX (insert finished object of your choice)! Materials: handspun yarn; several sizes of needles/hooks; & any patterns of interest.
$28, Kathy Costello
1 Ð 3 PM July 8 & 15
(2 sessions)
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Sweetheart Lace Fingerless Gloves - Whether you want a fast present or want to pamper yourself, fingerless gloves become even more desirable when they are lacy and pretty. Materials: 100gm sport yarn (try cotton to protect your hands from hot steering wheels!); US 4 circular or double point knitting needles; markers; Lilypad Knits pattern.
$28, Marianne Casteel
10 Ð Noon Thur June 19 & 26
(2 sessions)
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Lizard Ridge Pillow - If the Lizard Ridge Afghan from Knitty.com has intrigued you but you're not up to an afghan, we have another option for trying out this beautiful short row stitch pattern. Catherine has developed a pillow that will take less yarn, far fewer hours and will look great on your favorite chair or sofa. Materials: 3 50 gm balls striping yarn & 50 gms coordinating wool for edging; US 8 needles; & H-8 crochet hook.
$21, Catharine Woodin
10 Ð Noon Thur May 8
with optional class on May 15
($14 for optional class)
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Roll-Brim Hat - A good project for the new knitter. It is fast and a popular accessory for fashion or warmth. You will learn to knit in the round while practicing several of your knew skills! Materials: 100 gms of yarn (any weight); circular and double point knitting needles appropriate for yarn; stitch markers; pattern provided.
$28, Lynn Davis
7 - 9 PM Thur June 12 & 19
(2 sessions)
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Shell in the Round - Do you want more challenge but not sure you are ready for a sweater. Let's try a simple shell, knit in the round to get your feet wet. No seams to worry about and they are great for wearing during Tucson summers. Materials: 750 Ð 1025 yds lt worsted or sport veggie yarn; 24" U S 6, 24" & 16" US 4 circular knitting needles; KPS pattern #997; markers; st holders.
$42, Lisa Litton
1 Ð 3 PM Wed May 21,
1 Ð 3 PM June 4 & 18
(3 sessions)
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Simple Fingerless Mitts - A useful and fun project Ð good for the new knitter and fun for the not-so-new knitter. This will be a simple ribbed pattern designed for those who want a fast gift idea and who want to learn how to make small rounds Ð good segue to making socks! Materials: 100 gms yarn; 2 24" circulars, 1 40 Ð 47 " circular, or set of double points in size appropriate for yarn.
$21, Marianne Casteel
1 Ð 3 PM Wed May 28
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Socks Your Way - If you have mastered knit and purl and are looking for a new challenge, this course may be just what you are looking for. You will be introduced to several different methods of sock construction then choose the one that you prefer to make your first sock. A great project for trips, sport events, or while waiting for your children's lessons. Materials: 100g of fingering or sport weight yarn; & a set of US 0 US 1, or US 2 double pointed needles; pattern provided.
$42, Marianne Casteel
1 Ð 3 PM Fri May 16, 23, 30
10 Ð Noon Sat June 7, 14, 21 or
10 Ð Noon Thur July 10, 17, & 24
(3 sessions)
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The Knitted Kitchen - Fun, fast projects for the home. Each month will feature a different project generally using a single skein of yarn and/or leftovers from earlier projects.
$18/class, Heather Ordover
Mug Cozies 1 Ð 3 PM May 31
Cupcakes from One Skein 1 Ð 3 PM June 14
Tea Cozy 1 Ð 3 PM July 12
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UFO Club - You're invited to this once-a-month party. Bring your UFO's to finish or trade.
$18/session,
1 Ð 3 PM 3rd Thursday of month
1 Ð starting in June
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