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Classes Call at the store (518-861-0038) to get more info or to sign up. A deposit is required to hold your spot for the class. Most classes require a minimum of 3 students. If we do not have enough students sign up, we will refund your class fee or reschedule the class. In the event of class cancellation by The Spinning Room (due to snow or tsunami, etc.) your fee will be refunded. Some classes require a bit of "homework" beforehand. More details will be given upon registration. As always, you enjoy a 10% discount on materials for all classes. |
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Click on a month to jump to the lessons offered: September 2010| October 2010| November 2010 |
Private Lessons Private lessons are also available. 1/2 hour: $10, 1 hour: $15. Please call the shop at (518) 861-0038 for more details or to schedule a lesson. |
CLASSES ALWAYS OFFERED: Beginner Knitting! WHEN: (Nearly)Every Saturday, 9:30 AM-10:30 AM Your first session will have you casting on and knitting. Come for another session and you'll learn how to purl. Need a refresher? This hour long knitting class is perfect for you! This is recommended if you are new to knitting and would like to take some of our beginner classes. Learning these basics will get you started so you can learn some other techniques in the basic beginner knitting classes. MATERIALS: Size 7 or 8 knitting needles; worsted weight yarn (approx 200 yards to start you on a scarf) These can be purchased at the shop at the time of class if you don't already have them. (Don't forget, you will receive a 10% discount on class supplies purchased at the shop!) Lizard Ridge Afghan Square WHEN:
Thursday, September 2, 6-8pm  We had a waiting list for the first class, so we're scheduling another for this stunning afghan! Each square is made with one ball of Noro Kureyon -- with the many colors of Noro, the gorgeous results have endless combinations. In this class we will learn to make one square - you take it from there to make the afghan size of your choice. This is a great project to learn some new knitting skills -- short rows, wrapping stitches and knitting wrapped stitches. MATERIALS: One ball Noro Kureyon. Size 8 neeldes.(You will also need size 10 needles for binding off) HOMEWORK: Download pattern here: http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEfall06/PATTlizardridge.html (cut and paste this address into your browser). With size 8 needles, cast on 43 stitches. Row 1: Knit. Row 2: Purl. Row 3: Knit. SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate (very comfortable with knit and purl) Spinning 101 WHEN:
Thursdays, September 9, 16 & 23, 6-8pm Learn the basics of spinning on a wheel ---- Imagine being able to spin your own yarn to knit with! Mary will take you through the process of treadling, drafting, spinning, plying, washing/setting the twist and so much more. She'll also give you information about different types of fleece as well as where to take your spinning next. Bring your own wheel or borrow one of ours. You'll take the wheel home between classes to practice. MATERIALS: 4 oz of roving will be included in the class fee. More roving is available for you to purchase at a 10% discount. SKILL LEVEL: BEGINNER! No experience needed!!! Socks 101 WHEN:
Thursdays, September 9 & 16, 6-8pm A beginner socks class! You will learn to cast onto double pointed needles and knit in the round while learning sock construction. We’ll make a baby sock in order to get the whole sock done during class. The pattern we use has all different sizes, though, and you will be on your way to making adults socks in no time. MATERIALS: size 5 dp needles; approx 110 yards worsted weight yarn in a light color HOMEWORK: None! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner (know how to knit and purl) Basic Hat WHEN:
TWO SESSIONS! Fridays, September 10 & 17, 9-10:30am OR Saturdays, September 18 & 25, 9-10:30am A beginner hat class! You’ll learn how to knit in the round using both circular and double pointed needles. This is a great basic hat that you will be able to finish during class. MATERIALS: Approx 125 yards bulky weight yarn; size 9, 16" circular needle; size 9 DP needles (alternately, you can just use DP's - just ask if you aren't sure what this means!) HOMEWORK: None! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner (know how to knit and purl) Felted Bowls WHEN:
Saturday, September 11, 10-11:30am   Learn to make a set of 4 felted, nesting bows, good for candy, jewelry, paper clips, and anything else you can think of! These bowls are knitted from the top down, using double pointed needles, then felted in the washing machine. Great holiday gifts! MATERIALS: size 11 dp needles, 1 skein each of 4 colors of worsted weight wool (not superwash!); download pattern here: http://www.heavydutydesign.com/alicethelma/2009/03/free-pattern-felted-nesting-bowls/ (cut and paste into your browser) HOMEWORK: None! SKILL LEVEL: Advanced Beginner (very comfortable with knit and purl) Five Way Cabled Shrug WHEN:
Sunday, Sept 12, 10am-12pm INSTRUCTOR: Robin Barbera  
MATERIALS: Pattern from: http://knittingdaily.com/media/p/40689.aspx (cut and paste this address into your browser); Approximately 984 yards worsted weight yarn such as Cascade Sierra, Debbie Bliss Fez, Plymouth Suri Merino; size 9 needles; stitch markers; crochet hook HOMEWORK: Make a gauge swatch to bring to class... In addition to checking your guage, this will serve to get you used to part of the pattern as well as give you a swatch to practice the edging in class. Make your swatch as follows: CO 24 stitches; Row 1: knit; Row 2: P1, K1, *P3, K1*repeat 5 times, end P2; Row 3: knit; Row 4: *P3, K1*repeat 5 times, end P4; Repeat these 4 rows 7 times - 28 rows total; Bind off. Block piece as you would a finished garment. Top Down Baby Jacket WHEN:
Sundays, September 12, 19 & 26, 9-10:30am  How cute is that???? This adorable sweater is knit from the top down with chunky yarn, making it a quick knit! Top down construction is wonderful to learn since it has minimal seaming. You'll be making these over and over for your favorite babies. (Size newborn to 1 year). A great class for a first time sweater, even if you don't have a baby to knit for! MATERIALS: 400-600 yards worsted weight yarn (depending on size); Size 9 and 10 circular needles, 24"long; 4 stitch markers; 2 stitch holders; 4 or 5 buttons, depending on size HOMEWORK: None! SKILL LEVEL:Advanced Beginner (very comfortable with knit and purl) Toe-up Sock WHEN:
Sundays, September 12 & 26, 2-4pm This sock is knit from the toe up rather than the traditional cuff down, and has a short row heel rather than a heel flap. A plus for toe-up socks -- No worries for running out of yarn! (We will be making an adult sock as opposed to a baby sock that we make in Socks 101.) MATERIALS: Fingering weight sock yarn and size 2 double pointed needles (or the size you prefer) HOMEWORK: None! SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate: Must be comfortable knitting with DP needles. Brioche Knitted Hat WHEN:
Sunday, September 19, 2-4pm  A new knitting technique - brioche stitch! You'll learn some new knitting stitches to create this gorgeous slouchy hat. MATERIALS: Approx 220 yards worsted weight yarn such as Debbie Bliss Fez; Size 7, 16" circular needle; size 10 1/12, 16" circular needle; locking stitch marker HOMEWORK: With size 7 needle, cast on 90 stitches, join for working in the round, place marker, work in k1, p1 rib for 6 rounds. SKILL LEVEL: Advanced beginner: must be comfortable with knit and purl, and working in the round. "Thermis" Neckwarmer WHEN:
Thursdays, September 23, 6-7pm & September 30, 6-8pm  This stylish unisex cowl with a thermal stitch pattern will keep the wind out on those chilly days and nights. It’s half buttoned opening gives just the right amount of room when you need it. This class was designed for beginners and experienced alike. The first hour on September 23 is FREE -- those who are beginners and need to learn how to knit in the round will attend this class (as well as those more advanced who would like to use the time to do the homework!) You will learn to cast onto circular needles, join and work in the round. The second session on September 30 will focus on learning about switching from knitting in the round to knitting back and forth for the button placket, as well as making buttonholes. MATERIALS: Approx 220 yards worsted weight yarn such as Debbie Bliss Fez; size 6, 16" circular needle HOMEWORK: None for those attending the first session! For those just attending the second session...homework is coming SKILL LEVEL: Beginner: Know how to knit and purl. Continental Knitting & Norwegian Purl WHEN:
Saturday, October 2, 9-10:30am
Trudi will teach you the basics of how to knit continentally (holding the yarn in your left hand and “picking”). This comes in hand for stranded knitting, allowing you to knit with two colors at one time by holding one color in each hand. You will also learn an alternate method for purling, the Norwegian Purl. MATERIALS: Size 8 needles and worsted weight yarn – you’ll be working on a swatch to practice these techniques HOMEWORK: None! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner: Know how to knit and purl. Cabled Vest WHEN:
Sunday, October 3, 10am-12pm
 This great vest is made with just ONE skein of Eco Wool!(or approx 475 yards of another chunky yarn) Pretty and subtle cables go up the center and are accented by seed stitch sections. MATERIALS: List coming. HOMEWORK: Coming. SKILL LEVEL: Beginner: Know how to knit and purl. Magic Loop Socks WHEN:
Thursdays, October 7 6-7:30pm & 21, 6-8pm (we'll need a little more time in the second class)
Do you want to make socks, but think working with double pointed needles is like wrestling a porcupine? Take this class and learn how to knit those socks on one circular needle using the magic loop technique. While you can do two socks at a time with this method, we will be making ONE sock at a time in order to become familiar with the technique (which can also be used for hats, collars and sleeves!). MATERIALS: Fingering weight yarn; size 2, 40" circular needle; hanging stitch marker. HOMEWORK: None! SKILL LEVEL: Advanced beginner: Very comfortable with knit and purl. Mobius Cowl WHEN: FRIDAY, October 8, 9-11am  Dying to learn to make the infamous mobius (the half twist with no beginning or end)? This is a quick (really quick!) and easy cowl made with chunky yarn (or doubled DK weight) and the perfect way to learn the mobius cast-on created by Cat Bohrdi. Excellent for holiday gifts! MATERIALS:Approx 300 yards dk weight yarn (to be doubled) or 150 yards bulky weight yarn; size 11 32"-40" circular needle; one stitch marker. Download pattern here. SKILL LEVEL: Advanced beginner (very comfortable with knit and purl) My Constant Companion Felted Bag WHEN:
Saturdays, October 9 & 23, 10-12
 Join the many, many knitters who have this terrific knitted, then felted, project bag. Perfect for toting around your knitting projects to the Spinning Room Knit-ins (Wednesdays 6-8pm)! Karen will take you through the steps of knitting and felting this very easy bag. This is great for beginners who want to take the next step in knitting. You’ll learn about picking up stitches and knitting in the round, as well as felting. MATERIALS:900 yards bulky weight yarn; 24" size 11 circular needle; size 11 DP needles; stitch marker. HOMEWORK: Cast on 54 stitches. Knit in garter stitch (knit every row) for 33 ridges (66 ROWS). SKILL LEVEL: Beginner: Know how to knit and purl. Beaded Scarf WHEN:
Thursday, October 14, 6-8pm
 Beading is back! We'll learn some beginner beading techniques to make this gorgeous scarf. Another great idea for holiday gifts or just as a beautiful accessory for your own wardrobe. MATERIALS:Undulating Waves Scarf pattern; 400 yards fingering weight yarn; size 6 needles; 100g size 6 beads (1254 beads needed); beading needle or sewing needle and thread for stringing beads. HOMEWORK: Purchase/download pattern here: http://www.nelkindesigns.com/index.cfm/page/patterns/Beaded/HeatherUndWave.htm (cut and paste into your browser); String 1/4 of your beads (approx 320) onto your yarn using the beading needle or sewing needle/thread. Once the beads are strung, slide them down your yarn so you can CO 38 stitches and K3 rows. SKILL LEVEL: Advanced Beginner: Very comfortable with knit and purl. Some experience reading patterns. Felted Clogs WHEN:
FRIDAYS, October 22 & 29, 9-11am
 This popular class is back! A great time to start your holiday knitting - these make EXCELLENT gifts! Learn to make these wonderfully warm and comfortable felted slippers. You will learn some new knitting techniques including short rows; the wrap and turn; and of course felting. MATERIALS: Worsted weight wool (amt depends on size); size 13 circular needles in 16" & 24" lengths; stitch marker SKILL LEVEL: Advanced beginner (very comfortable with knit and purl; some experience reading patterns. Snowflake Christmas Stocking WHEN:
Saturdays, October 23 & 30, 9:30-11:00am
 Learn stranding while making this great holiday stocking! MATERIALS: List coming... SKILL LEVEL: Advanced beginner (very comfortable with knit and purl) Drop Spindle 101 WHEN:
Saturday,October 30, 10am -4pm
 Make your own yarn by spinning on a drop spindle --NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! Darla will teach you the basics of spinning on a top whorl drop spindle including preparing the roving to spin, drafting, working with the spindle and plying. By the end of the day you will have your own handspun mini-skein of yarn. Materials fee will cover 2 oz of roving, and you will borrow one of our spindles for the day. Spindles and extra roving will also be available for purchase - because you may just love it! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner Weaving 101 WHEN:
Saturdays, November 13 (10am-4pm), 20 & 27 (10am-2pm)
 Learn to weave on a rigid heddle loom! There are so many creative possibilities with weaving and Darla will get you started... she'll take you through the process of warping your loom and then weaving a beautiful table runner or scarf. You will borrow one of our rigid heddle looms to take home and work on your project between classes. Looms are available for rental or purchase as well! SKILL LEVEL: Beginner MATERIALS: 2 balls Encore Worsted for the weft (warp yarn is included in class fee) |
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