Learning the Basics - Knitting
Beginning Knitting:  Learn the basics of cast-on, knit, and bind-off in this beginner class.  We will get you started on a project that may need to be completed at home.  We offer two classes – one for kids (8 – 12 years) and one for adults (13 and up).  No experience necessary.  Projects change seasonally and may include a scarf, purse, sachet, or beanbag (kids).  No experience necessary. 

Adult's class:  $35 plus materials* for 2 sessions (BKA)
  SAT 6/14& 6/21 9:30-11:00 a.m.           
  Tues 6/17 & 6/24 1:30-3:00 p.m.
  Thur 7/10 & 7/17 3:00-4:30 p.m.
  Tues 7/22 & 7/29 9:30-11:00 a.m.          
  SAT 8/9 & 8/16 9:30-11:00 a.m.
  Tues 8/19 & 8/26 9:30-11:00 a.m.
  Wed 9/10 & 9/17 10:00-11:30 a.m.        
  WED 9/24 & 10/1 6:00-7:30 p.m.          
 

Kids’ class:   $30 plus materials* for 2 sessions (BKK)
  Thur 6/19 & 6/26 9:30-10:45 a.m.
  Fri 7/11& 7/18 10:30-11:45 a.m.
  Fri 8/8 & 8/15 10:30-11:45 a.m.

Kids’ Craft Bootcamp: (BOOT) Join us in an all-day class for some knitting, crocheting and beading fun.  We’ll start with knitting instruction, followed by a beading session next door at Bead Heaven, break for lunch (included) and end back at Knitche for a crochet wrap-up.  With any luck, you’ll be able to wear your project incorporating all three techniques home! Please note that the minimum age requirement is 9 years old.  Pre-requisite:  none (well, maybe endurance would help!) 1 session.  $70 plus materials*.        
  Mon 6/16 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
  Tues 7/15 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Knitting 201 : (K201) The next step.  Learn purling, increasing, decreasing, and pattern reading as you create a terrific scarf/shawl in beautiful ribbon yarn.  Pre-requisite:  Beginning Knitting or its equivalent.  2 sessions, $36 plus materials*.               
  WED 6/25 & 7/2 5:30-7:00 p.m.
  WED 7/23 & 7/30 6:00-7:30 p.m.          
  Thur 8/7 & 8/14 10:00-11:30 a.m.
  Tues 9/23 & 9/30 9:30-11:00 a.m.

Smaller Projects - the Quicker the Better
Baby Surprise Jacket: Elizabeth Zimmerman’s ingenious design has delighted knitters and gift recipients for years.  Knitting it up in fun new yarns gives this classic a decidedly updated look.  Pre-requisite:  Beginning Knitting or its equivalent.  3 sessions, $36 plus materials*.
  Thur 9/11, 9/18 & 9/25 9:00-10:00 a.m.

Cashmere Smoke Ring: Karen has designed a luscious smoke ring (tubular neck scarf) in a gorgeous silk and cashmere lace-weight yarn.  Beads can be knitted in as you go if desired.  This is a great year-round decorative piece that can be pulled up like a hood in the cooler weather.  Treat yourself to a little luxury and learn something new in the process.  Pre-requisite:  Knitting 201 and Lace Knitting or their equivalents.  2 sessions, $36 plus materials*.
  SUN 9/7 & 9/14 12:00-1:30 p.m.

NEW!!! Sampler Scarf:  Learn a new knit stitch pattern each week, then string multiple blocks together for a patchwork scarf with textural and visual interest.  The basic crochet assembly technique (no crochet experience necessary) is deceptively easy yet gives the piece a boutique shop appearance.  The scarf makes a great gift.  Pre-requisite:  Knitting 201 or its equivalent.  Pay per session, $15 plus materials*.
  Wed 9/10, 9/17, 9/24 1:00-2:00 p.m.

My First Socks:  (MFS)  If you’ve always wanted to knit socks, now is the perfect time to learn.  The yarn market is loaded with exciting sock yarns (hand dyed, self patterning, alternative fibers) and tools of the trade (Lantern Moon’s revered Sox Stix and Bryson’s comforting short dpns).  Mary will assist you through the cast-on, turning the heel and grafting the toe.  And don’t forget you can stop by Sunday afternoon’s ongoing Sock Club for camaraderie and assistance.  Pre-requisite:  Knitting 201 or its equivalent.  3 sessions (note:  2nd session is longer than the others), $36 plus materials.*
  SUN 7/13 12:00-12:45 p.m., 7/20 12:00-1:30 p.m. & 7/27 12:00-12:45 p.m.
  SUN 9/21 12:00-12:45 p.m., 9/28 12:00-1:30 p.m. & 10/5 12:00-12:45 p.m.


My Next Pair of Socks:  Building on the overwhelming interest and success of My First Socks, we offer the next step (so to speak).  Mary will cover the classic flap & gusset heel turn, leg and foot patterning, a grafted toe and the imminently practical concept of knitting both socks at the same time.  Pre-req: MFS. 3 sessions, $36 plus materials.*
  SUN 8/3 12:00-12:45 p.m., 8/10 12:00-1:30 p.m. & 8/17 12:00-12:45 p.m.

Larger Projects - Make the Leap
Summer Cottage Throw:  (SCT)  Analogous to the Stash Buster Afghan we offered in the winter, the Summer Cottage Throw is a great way to use up leftover bits and pieces of yarns that linger long after the original project they were intended for has been finished (or abandoned?).  We start with a cool linen or cotton base yarn in beach-inspired hues and add myriad creative embellishments that customize and personalize your masterpiece.  Now we just need the lakeside or oceanfront cottage to complete the serene imagery….  Pre-requisite:  Beginning Knitting or its equivalent.  2 sessions, $36 plus materials*.
  Fri 7/25 & 8/1 10:00-11:30 a.m.


NEW!!! Adult Surprise Jacket:  (ASJ)  Why should the little ones get have all the fun?  EZ’s timeless pattern works equally well for the more mature wearer.  We have so many sumptuous fall yarns in stock, the trouble will be picking just one.  For a twist on the original, try using some the techniques gleaned in Theresa’s Color-Blending Workshop (September 9, see below) to crank things up a notch!  Pre-requisite:  Beginning Knitting or its equivalent.  3 sessions, $36 plus materials*.
  Thur 9/18, 10/2 & 10/16 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Expanding Your Skills - New Techniques
Entrelac Scarf:  (ES)  This class is a great way to learn something new without the commitment of a large-scale project.  We’ll explore the basics of this intriguing method while making a stunning multi-color scarf from the latest long-draw color-changing yarns.  Intermediate/Advanced level class in 2 sessions (note: first session is longer than second).  $30 plus materials*.
  TUES 9/23 6:30-8:00 p.m. & 9/30 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Make Your Own Stitch Markers:  (MYOS)  We team up with Bead Heaven next door for a fun evening of creativity in this 2-hour workshop.  The result will be a set of custom beaded stitch markers that will adorn your knitting with the proper respect it deserves.  No pre-requisites.  $25 plus materials*.
  WED 8/13 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Moebius Scarf:  Learn what all the fuss is about with the “moebius” cast-on made famous by Cat Bordhi.  Once you master the technique, use this method to create unique scarves, hats, bowls, shawls and stoles.  Pre-requisite:  Beginning Knitting or its equivalent and a familiarity with circular knitting.  1 session.  $18 plus materials*.
  WED 6/18 6:00-7:30 p.m.
  Thur 9/25 3:30-5:00 p.m.           
  Mon 9/29 9:30-11:00 a.m.

Troubleshooting:  (TS) Okay, you asked for it.  Let’s make every mistake in the book and then learn how to fix them calmly, gracefully and with the greatest of ease!  Mary will guide you through the most common mishaps and set you on the path to liberated knitting!  1 session.  $25 plus materials.*                     
  MON 6/9 5:00-7:00 p.m.          
  WED 8/6 6:00-8:00 p.m.           
  Tues 9/9 9:00-11:00 a.m.

Beaded Knitting:  (BEAD) Let Karen introduce you to the delicate and beautiful world of beaded knitting as you begin a beaded shawlette or scarf with lace-weight yarn.  You will learn a hooked beading technique that avoids having to pre-string beads (please bring a tube of size 6 seed beads to class).  Participants need to know basic knitting skills including cast-on, bind-off, knit and purl.  1 session, $18 plus materials*.                
  Wed 6/25 10:00-11:30 p.m.
  SUN 7/6 1:00-2:30 p.m.            
  Wed 8/6 9:30-11:00 a.m.           
  Mon 9/8 10:00-11:30 a.m.
   

Lace Knitting:  (LACE) Learn how to read charted lace patterns and execute beautiful stitching with Karen, our resident lace expert.  Participants need to know basic knitting skills including cast-on, bind-off, knit and purl.  2 sessions, $36 plus materials*.
  SUN 6/22 & 6/29 12:30-2:00 p.m.
  Mon 7/7 & 7/14 9:30-11:00 a.m.            
  Wed 8/13 & 8/20 9:30-11:00 a.m.
  Mon 9/15 & 9/22 10:00-11:30 a.m.

NEW!!! Color Blending Workshop:  (CBW)  Theresa offers this theoretical precursor to knitting or crocheting project classes in hopes of unleashing the artistic creativity in every fiber enthusiast.  Oftentimes we feel limited by the color choices a pattern writer uses or by the palette offered in a particular yarn.  Using basic color principles, Theresa will help you overcome color barriers and learn to mix/match colors and fibers for fantastic results.  Skills gleaned in this class will serve the adventuresome knitter well in future endeavors such as the Baby or Adult Surprise Jacket or the Einstein coat.
  WED 9/10 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Fit Workshop a.k.a. What Not to Knit:  (WNTK)  Back by popular demand, Mary and Theresa return for their always informative, sometimes comedic discussion of the lessons every knitter needs to know.  In Session I they will go over how to choose the right sweater pattern to flatter your body type.  Session II will cover how to make the proper adjustments both before and after knitting to guarantee you will love and wear the final garment.  Bring project ideas, sweaters that fit or don’t fit and a pencil for note-taking.  No pre-requisites.  $25 per session or $45 to attend both sessions.
  Session I MON 9/15 7:00-9:00 p.m.       Session II WED 9/17 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Crochet Classes
Beginning Crochet: (BC)  We’ll explore the basic stitches used to crochet and make a fun twirly, whirly boa in the process.  Alternative projects possible as well.  Ages 13 and up please.  No experience necessary.  1 session, $20 plus materials*.
  Tues 6/10 1:00-2:30 p.m.
  Thur 7/10 1:00-2:30 p.m.           
  MON 8/11 6:30-8 p.m.             
  MON 9/8 6:30-8 p.m.

Crochet 201:  (C201)  In this class, we’ll go over some additional crochet stitches and learn to hook in the round.  Projects include a two-sided felted bag or an adorable set of baby booties and matching hat.  Pre-requisite:  Beginning Crochet or its equivalent.  2 sessions, $36 plus materials*.        
  Thur 7/17 & 7/24 1:00-2:30 p.m.
  MON 8/18 & 8/25 6:30-8:00 p.m.          
  Tues 9/9 & 9/16 9:30-11:00 a.m.
   

Felted Crochet Planter:  (FCP)  The felted crochet planter dresses up a potted plant for gift giving.  The technique is simple and fast with an outcome that couldn’t be more charming.  Make one for mom and anyone else that might appreciate a little “pick-me-up” this summer.  Pre-requisite:  Crochet 201 or its equivalent.  1 session, $20 plus materials*.
  Fri 7/11 2:00-3:30 p.m.              
  Tues 8/12 1:00-2:30 p.m.

Crocheted Shell Cami:  From Doris Chan’s new book, the Crocheted Shell Cami is perfect both as a dressy layering piece or worn more casually with jeans or a skirt.  Gedifra’s new yarn Ayala has a subtle wrapped texture with just enough sheen to make this garment truly special.  An intermediate to advanced level crochet class in 3 sessions, $36 plus materials*.
  Tues 7/29, 8/12 & 8/26 11:30-1:00 p.m.


Crochet Blocks:  Join Nancy in a bi-monthly gathering to learn a new crochet block.  The blocks can be used singly as dishcloths or as embellishments for other projects, or combine them to create an afghan or baby blanket.  Pre-requisite:  Beginning Crochet or its equivalent.  Each session, $14 plus materials*.
  Fri 6/13, 6/27, 7/11, 7/25, 8/8, 8/22, 9/12, & 9/26 1:00-2:00 p.m.

 Private Lessons - A Little One on One
Private lessons are available at $25/hour.  This is a great way to get some personal attention on a particular project.  15% discount offered for second and subsequent participants in the lesson.  Inquire at the shop to arrange a mutually agreeable time

*General class information:  Please register at least one week prior to class start date.  Payment at the time of registration will assure your spot in the class.  If you need to cancel for any reason and are able to provide us with a 48-hour notice, we will gladly refund your registration fee.  Cancellation after that, will incur a $10 processing fee and the remaining registration fee will be applied as “class credit” toward a future Knitche class.  We may need to limit class size to optimize the experience.  We reserve the right to cancel or alter a class based on enrollment and scheduling changes; every effort will be made to notify class registrants of any changes 48 hours prior to class start.  Participation in a Knitche class entitles you to a 10% discount on the purchase of yarn and notions directly associated with enrollment in the class.  Use of yarn purchased at Knitche will ensure class consistency.  When you register, we can provide you with a list of needed supplies.