Classes
We offer a variety of classes to help you get started on your fiber adventures - knitting, crocheting, spinning, felting, fitting, designing, as well as technique and information seminars. Below is a brief description of the available classes each month. For more detailed information (cost, needed materials, techniques taught, etc.) please click on the link provided after each class description.
To sign-up for a class, either drop by the shop to sign-up at the counter or call the shop and Maurine will sign you up. (541-936-4677)
We offer a variety of classes to help you get started on your fiber adventures - knitting, crocheting, spinning, felting, fitting, designing, as well as technique and information seminars. Below is a brief description of the available classes each month. For more detailed information (cost, needed materials, techniques taught, etc.) please click on the link provided after each class description.
To sign-up for a class, either drop by the shop to sign-up at the counter or call the shop and Maurine will sign you up. (541-936-4677)
February
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- Knitting 102: Learn how to make increases and decreases - matching, slanting, neutral, and invisible. You will also learn different ways of casting on and binding off. February 9, 16, and 23, 1-3 PM (For more details click here Knitting 102)
- Crochet 101: Learn how to make a coaster or swatch using the basic crochet stitches; chain stitch, single crochet, double crochet. February 9, 16, and 23, 12:30 - 2 PM (for more details, click here Crochet 101) Cancelled for February. Minimum of 3 students.
- Crochet 102: Pattern reading - instructions, abbreviations; stitch combinations, circular crocheting, in-the-round crocheting. Tips & Tricks! February 9, 16, and 23 from 3-4 PM (for more details, click here Crochet 102) CANCELLED FOR FEBRUARY-MINIMUM OF 3 STUDENTS
- Crochet Coaching: Struggling with a crochet project? Need some help? Ask Amy, she can help. Open coaching sessions from 2-3 PM on Feb. 9, 16, and 23 (for more details, click here Crochet Coaching) Cancelled until March.
- Fisherman's Sweater Techniques: Learn how to make an original fisherman sweater in a sampler size, using basic knit & purl stitches, and channel island cast-on. Additional techniques include motif charts, garter welts, knitting initials, underarm and neckband gussets, cabling w/o a cable needle, and inserting perpendicular shoulder straps. Feb. 9, 16 & 23, 2:30 - 4:30 PM (for more details, click here Fisherman Sweater Techniques)
- Beginning Spinning: Learn to spin using a shop spinning wheel. Learn how to use a spinning wheel; the basics about different fibers, practice on the shop spinning wheels to discover if spinning is for you! No prior experience necessary. Monday, February 18 & 25 from noon to 3 PM. (for more details, click here Beginning Spinning) MAXIMUM OF 5 STUDENTS. This class is full.
- Reading Knitting Patterns: In this lecture class, you will learn how to read knitting patterns; material listings, needle sizes, recommended yarns, gauge indications, abbreviations and gotchas to watch out for! February 16, 11-1PM (for more details, click here Reading Knitting Pattern)
- Knitting Chart Reading I: This lecture class will help you learn how to read general charts (directions, symbols, round versus flat). Eric will also discuss color charts: stranded knitting, intarsia, duplicate stitch, etc. February 23, 11-1 PM (for more details, click here Knitting Chart Reading I 7 spots left for this class as well! Please realize that these classes have wonderful amounts of information presented to knitters!
March
- Knitting Chart Reading II: In this lecture class, we will delve into the mysterious world of lace charts (from the simple to the complicated) and cable charts. We will also talk about reading charts based on patterns in languages other than English. March 2 from 11-1 PM (for more details, click here Knitting Chart Reading II) 7 Spots left for this class as well. Come to this class to get involved in a class taught by a well-versed knitter!!
- Knitting 101: Start your knitting adventure by learning the basics stitches (knit & purl), how to cast on and bind off, basic tools, and practices that will produce professional results. March 2, 9 & 16, 2-4PM (for more details, click here Knitting 101)
- Magic Loop 102: Learn how to knit socks from the "Toe-Up," using the MAGIC LOOP Circular Knitting Needles technique. Learn Judy's Magic Cast On, German Short Row heel and a stretchy bind off. Thursday, Mar. 7, 14 & 21 from 1-3 PM and Saturdays, Mar. 9, 16 & 23, 2-4PM (for more details, click here Magic Loop 102 Toe-Up Socks)
- Crochet 101: Learn how to make a coaster or swatch using the basic crochet stitches; chain stitch, single crochet, double crochet. March 9, 16, and 23, 12:30 - 2 PM (for more details, click here Crochet 101)
- Crochet Project: Make a simple project - choose from three options: water bottle cover, potholder and dishcloth or small stuffed animal. March 9, 16 & 23, 3-4:30 PM (for more details, click here Crochet Project)
- Crochet Coaching: Struggling with a crochet project? Need some help? Ask Amy, she can help. Open coaching sessions from 2-3 PM on March. 9, 16, and 23 (for more details, click here Crochet Coaching)