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)
- March
- 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)
- Beginning Spinning: Learn how to spin your own yarn, from the beginning! Class includes use of a spinning wheel, and fiber. Two 3 hour sessions, on March 25 and April 1st, from noon to 3 p.m. Teacher: Maurine. Cost: $35 for the two classes.
- Stranded Knitting 101: Saturday-April 6,13, & 20 from. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Learn how to knit with, and follow patterns with two or more colors. You will learn how to carry yarn, creating floats in the back of the fabric, how to add designs to your work, and how to read patterns while having fun with color. This class is involved with you learning a number of techniques involved in stranded knitting. Materials needed: two different colored skeins of worsted or larger yarn, appropriate circular needles for knitting in the round. Maximum of 6 students. $30 for three sessions-6 hrs of instruction. Instructor: Jessica Jamison-Wells.
- Double Knitting 101: Wednesday, April 3, 10, & 17, 1-3 PM OR Saturday, April 6, 13, & 20, 2-4 PM. Learn how to knit two sides at the same time! With this skill, you can make reversible hats and bags, create pockets, and make other unique features. In the class, you will learn the basics of double knitting while making a small bag. (For more details, click here Double Knitting 101)