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Class Schedule

You will receive a 10% discount coupon when you register and pay in full for any class.

All classes must be pre-paid at the time of registration and at least one week in advance of class start date. No refunds can be given for cancellations less than 7 days prior to class time.

Skill Levels

  • Herbal: easiest – true beginner
  • Green: basic – knit, purl, cast on, cast off/chain on, single crochet
  • Rooibos: beyond basic – knit, purl, basic increasing and decreasing/basic crochet shaping, single crochet, double crochet
  • Black: the sky’s the limit!

Private Lessons

Several of our wonderful shop employees are available to teach private lessons. The fee is $30/hour. If there is more than one person in the lesson, the price is $15/hour per person. You can schedule private lessons any time our employees are available.

Beginning Knitting Classes

Joni Olmstead
Wednesdays 3-5 pm
October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Christina Buckman
Sundays 1 - 3 pm
August 10, 17, 24, 31, September 7
September 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26
November 9, 16, 23, 30, December 7

Level: Herbal (over age 14)
Instructors: Joni Olmstead, Christina Buckman, René Dickey
Cost: $75

Never knitted a stitch? Ready to move on from knitting scarves? Or do you need to brush up on your skills? Then this class is for you. This is a comprehensive knitting course where in five weeks you will learn the basics: casting on, knitting, purling and binding off. In addition you'll learn how to use circular needles, picking up stitches, simple seaming, buttonholes and fixing common mistakes, all done on your practice swatches. Get involved in the needle arts and make new friends at the same time.
Supplies:
  • 1 skein of Cascade 220 or Encore Super wash for practice knitting only. Make sure yarn is wound into a ball before you come to class.
  • Size #7 or #8 knitting needles
  • Instructor will provide some basic written instruction, but student is highly encouraged to buy a basic beginning knitting book of your choice to refer to. We will be knitting a sampler piece incorporating all techniques covered in class. If student wishes to make something, it will be discussed on first night of class.

"Build Your Skills" Knitting Class

Rebecca DeGaris
Thursday 6:15 - 8 pm
Aug 14, 21, 28; Sept. 4,11
Sept 18, 25; Oct 2, 9, 16
Oct 23; Nov 6, 13, 20; Dec 4
Dec 11, 18; Jan 8, 15, 22

Joni Olmstead
Tuesdays 10 am – 12 Noon October – December
(Buy a punch card for 5 visits)

Christy Buckman
Tuesdays 6:30 – 8:30 pm
September 23, 30, October 7, 14. 21
November 4, 11, 18, 25, December 2
December 16, 23, 30, January 6, 13

 Level: Green
Instructors: Rebecca DeGaris, Joni Olmstead, Christy Buckman
Cost: $75
Are you a knitter...

Who is stuck with instructions which make no sense? 
Who can't figure out where you were when you put your knitting down 6 months (or a year) ago?
Who decided to redesign just 'one little thing' and now what? 
With too many projects started and not many getting finished?
With sweater pieces that need putting together, but you don't know how?

This is the class for you!  Intermediate knitters with your own project(s) or new patterns, we need you in this class!  We'll get you started again, or ripped out and re-started, or just plain started if you want to take your skills to a new level.  You will receive expert advise, plus tricks of the knitting trade.  You'll learn knitting tips you didn't even know you needed!  Great environment to learn and to share what you already know.
Supplies: Bring your projects and your questions!

Kid's Knitting (Adults welcome!)

Sundays 11 am - 12:30 pm
October 5, 12, 19
November 2, 9, 16

 Level: Herbal
Instructor: Susan Dirk
Cost: $40 each
With small classes of eight or less, each student will be given lots of individual attention and have the opportunity to learn to knit and/or improve their knitting skills at their own pace.  Susan will guide them through theirproject and help them develop their hand crafting talents.  Most importantly we will explore new ideas, practice creative thinking, make new friends and have fun. Select a project to work on during class but be ready to try knitting with some surprising “yarns” and to experiment with other forms of fiber crafts.   This class is for children 7 and up.  Older children that already know how to knit are encouraged to join and learn more about the art of knitting.   Also moms, dads, nannies, babysitters or grandmas that would like to share this experience with their child are welcome to join us. Don’t worry if you are not a knitter yet.  Visit The Big Wooly website at www.TheBigWooly.com to choose a project or Susan would be happy to help you pick a project that fits your current skill level and challenges you to learn new techniques.
Supplies:
  • If you choose not to pick a project quite yet just bring 1 ball of Lamb's Pride Bulky and US#10 or 10.5 straight needles.

Holiday Projects

Needle Felted Pumpkins
Sunday 2 - 4 pm November 2

Join Susan and needle felt a miniature pumpkin just in time for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Although the needles are very sharp, with care, needle felting can be mastered by children as young as six. With orange roving for the body of the pumpkin and green yarn for the stem you will learn how to make this little pumpkin in just a couple of hours. Children and adults are both encouraged to enroll. Supplies: The instructor will provide all materials needed to make one pumpkin including roving, felting needles, sewing needles, thread and stuffing.

Susan will collect a $2 fee for supplies at the beginning of the class.

Level: Herbal
Instructor: Susan Dirk
Cost: $20 per
Materials fee paid to instructor: $2

 

Hanukkah Stars, Holiday Wreaths, Candy Canes and Christmas Trees
Saturday 11 am - 1 pm December 6
Saturday 2 pm - 4 pm December 6

Choose from a number of projects that warm the spirit and celebrate the holidays. Knit and braid a Mini Wreath then add sparkling holly berries and finish off with a beautiful bow. Knit a petite Christmas Tree, bejewel it with iridescent balls and make this ornament a keepsake for years to come. The easiest of all, choose some favorite yarns, add some glitter and make a decorative Candy Cane or cut out a Felted Star (or other holiday shape) embellish with a felting needle then finish with shimmering embroidery and beads. Even those that don’t know how to knit can make an assortment of needle-felted ornaments and a twisted candy cane cord. Come to just one session or bring a lunch and stay for the afternoon to make all of the ornaments. This class is for kids and adults too. Supplies: The instructor will provide all materials needed including beads, roving, yarn, knitting and sewing needles, ribbon, embroidery thread and glue.

Susan will collect a $6 fee for supplies at the beginning of the class.

Level: Herbal
Instructor: Susan Dirk
Cost: $20 per session or stay for both sessions for only $35.00
Materials fee paid to instructor: $6

 

Beginning Crochet

Mondays 6 - 8 pm
September 29, October 6, 13, 20, 2
November 10, 17, 24, December 1, 8

 Level: Herbal
Instructor: Deb Barnes
Cost: $75

Crochet is HOT these days - it's not just for granny's afghan anymore! We will learn the basics and then move on to your first project. We'll start with a simple washcloth/pot holder and coaster. We have some great patterns for easy hats, ponchos, bags, slippers......you name it. And you can make felted projects too!

The instructor will provide your crochet hook for the first evening. You won't need to bring your own until the second class.

Supplies:
  • instructor will help you pick out supplies at first class

SOCK CLASSES

Socks on Two Circular Needles
Saturday, 1-3pm
October 25; Nov 1, 8		 Level: Rooibos
Instructor: Holly Monek-Anderson
Cost: $50
Learn the basics of sock knitting from the top down on two circular needles:
cuff, leg, heel gusset, turning the heel, foot, toe, and finishing with the
kitchener stitch. Discuss matching patterns and yarns and variations to
basic sock construction.
Supplies:
  • one 100 gm or two 50 gm skeins of sock yarn in a lighter solid color, variagated colorway, or self- striping yarn
  • two 24 inch size 1 circular needles
  • Purchase materials in advance or arrive early for first class.

Cat Bordhi Sock Architecture
Saturday, 1 - 3 pm
Oct 4, 11, 18		 Level: Rooibos
Instructor: Deb Barnes
Cost: $50

Cat BordhiPlease Note: This is not a beginning sock class. You must already be proficient in some method of sock knitting - be it double points, two circulars, or magic loop method.

Cat Bordhi has written several books on knitting and her latest projects include "new" sock architectures. This class will help you navigate these new structures for socks so you can begin to design your own and knit socks that really fit! We'll be making two baby socks as practice and then planning out your own sock in the architecture of your choice.

Homework: make yourself a swatch with your worsted yarn that measures 5 stitches per inch
Supplies:
  • at least 6 ounces of a smooth worsted wight yarn
  • Needles of your choice (double points or circulars) in a size that will give you 5 stitches per inch
  • Stitch markers of at least 4 different colors or styles OR Cat Bordhi's stich marker set (available on-line)
  • Cat Bordhi's New Pathways for Sock Knitters book
  • Basic knitting notions

PROJECT CLASSES

ONE-DAY TOP-DOWN RAGLAN WORKSHOP

Saturday 10 am - 5 pm (with break for lunch)
October 25

 Level: Rooibos
Instructor: Rebecca DeGaris
Cost: $85

In this 7-hour Unpattern workshop we will learn the basics of top-down construction and how to design your own garments. Using Karen Alfke's Unpattern #6, the process is easily followed and quite addictive! For advanced knitters. We will be completing a small, doll-size sample sweater using all the steps of the Unpattern. Maximum 8 students.

Note: Bring a lunch - there will be a short break to eat.

HOMEWORK: knit a 5"X 5" swatch at 5 sts/1" gauge in worsted weight yarn."

Supplies:
  • "Unpattern" #6 (included in class fee)
  • One skein of worsted weight yarn (at least 100 yards)
  • Two 24" circulars (or two #7 or # 8 circulars of any length)
    OR double points in the size for 5 sts/1" in worsted weight yarn (probably 7's or 8's)
  • The usual knitting tools: scissors, tape measure, tapestry needle, 5 stitch markers, a row counter, a pencil for notes and a sense of humor.

Kauni Klub

Thursday 6 - 8 pm
(Third Thursday of each month) October 16,
November 20, December 18, January 15, February 19

 

 Level: Black
Instructor: Elaine Haig-Widner
Cost: $75 for 5 sessions

In Kauni Klub we will work through all of the steps for making Ruth Sorenson's beautiful Kauni Sweater in a supportive environment. From customizing the pattern for your unique size through cutting steeks, and perfecting the final touches, each phase of the project will be presented in an easy to understand way, sure to inspire your knitting confidence.

Before you begin: please come to the first class with a swatch knit in the round, achieving the gauge you like (around 6 stitches per inch). Feel free to contact the instructor with any questions if you haven't swatched in the round before.

Please note: the length of time between the first and second classes gives you the time to knit to the underarm of the sweater with little pressure.
Supplies:
  • Circular needle in size to get gauge you like, and just shorter than the bust measurement you are knitting for
  • DPNs or second circular needle in same size for gauge swatch.
  • Circular needle one size smaller than main needle for ribbing.
  • Enough Kauni yarn to complete your project.
  • Stitch markers (6)
  • Stitch holders (6) or waste yarn.

Debbie Abrahams is Back! 25 Beaded Knits: an all day workshop

Tuesday 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
September 16

 Level: Rooibos
Instructor: Debbie Abrams
Cost:$80
Learn how to knit with beads in a fun workshop that focuses on Debbie’s latest book. Each participant will work from a small purse kit and practice the technique of knitting with beads using the slip-stitch method. A beaded cast-on, beaded tassels and multi-colored beaded patterns will all be included in this exclusive project that has been designed especially for the US tour. Kits will be provided by Debbie and will include Rowan yarns (Glace Cotton) and beads.

Preparation work: Students will be getting a packet from Debbie ahead of time with some "homework" before class begins.
Supplies:
  • US 2-3 and 2 (3.00mm and 2.75mm) knitting needles
  • a fine sewing needle
  • sewing cotton and scissors.

"The Great American Afghan" Knitting Class

Tuesdays 6:00 – 8:00 pm September 30 (first class)
and thereafter the second Tuesday of each month
(October 14, November 11, December 9, January 13, February 10, March
10, April 14, May 12, June 9, July 14, August 11).

Level: Rooibos
Instructor: Bradford Steiner
Cost: $15 per session
Great American AfghanAfghans have been a long-standing tradition in hand crafting. Using “The Great American Afghan” as our guide, we will meet once each month to learn new and unusual techniques and each unveil our newest 12” x 12” completed square, progressing from the easiest square to the most challenging. Techniques covered will include entrelac, cables, bobbles, and more. The final class(es) will cover finishing techniques for joining your completed squares and fashioning a border to create your own handcrafted, family heirloom. Advanced Beginners and Intermediate knitters please join us and have fun taking your skills to a new level. This will be a great environment to learn and to share what you already know.
Supplies:
  • The Great American Afghan book published by XRX, Inc.
  • Size 8 (or proper size to achieve gauge) knitting needles (circular or straight)
  • Size 8 (or proper size to achieve gauge) double pointed needles
  • Tapestry needle
  • Each month, yarn sufficient to complete one 12” x 12” square (please do not purchase yarn prior to first class as we will discuss your options - color combinations, fiber qualities, etc. - during our first class). Instructor will help you pick out yarn and needles, if needed, at first class.

Intarsia Knitting

Wednesday 6 pm - 8 pm
October 1

 Level: Rooibos
Instructor: Joni Olmstead
Cost:$20
Learn the basics of knitting colored shapes into your pieces: perfect or adding a special touch to kids' knits, pillows and afghans.
Supplies:
  • two colors of worsted weight smooth yarn
  • size 7 or 8 needles and a tapestry needle
  • Handouts will be provided.

Three Weeks, Three Gifts

Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:00 pm
October 8, 15, 22

 Level: Green
Instructor: Joni Olmstead
Cost:$50
Just in time for the holidays, get your own personal knitting workshops and finish up three gifts in three weeks. Joni will provide free patterns for warm woolies (hat, cowl or scarf and handwarmers), bath sets (shower scrubby, washcloth, soap sack), kitchen items (dishcloth, scrubby, potholder or bowl) and pet
items like cat toys and felted dog collars. She'll also provide valuable tips for many more quick and easy handcrafted gifts.
Supplies:
  • needles in several sizes (especially US 7 and 8) and you'll pick your
    patterns and purchase yarns during class.

Magic Loop Cableback Fingerless Gloves

Saturday 10:00 am – 12:00 Noon
November 1

 Level: Rooibos
Instructor: Victoria Chase
Cost: $30
This is a great introduction to the Magic Loop method of knitting, while creating a beautiful pair of cabled fingerless cuffs using designer Karen Alfke's newest pattern. (Pattern included in class fee.)
Supplies:
  • 175 yds of worsted wt. yarn
  • US #6 (4.25) 32" or 40" circular knitting needles
  • Cable needle
  • Darning needle

Selbuvotter - Norway's Favorite Mittens

Saturdays 10:00 am – 12:00 noon
October 18, November 1

 Level: Rooibos/Black
Instructor: Terri Shea
Cost: $50

Hear the story behind Norway's most beloved traditional mitten style, the Selbuvotter, while you learn to make some for yourself. You will knit an original two-color design based on a year's research studying old mittens and gloves from Norway. Techniques to be covered include stranded knitting, a stranded cuff, shaping the thumb gusset, shaping the pointed fingertip, and working the thumb. In addition, students can examine thirty sample mittens and gloves from Terri's book, recreated from actual antiques and museum collections. Designing your own mittens and modifying mitten patterns to make gloves will also be discussed.

Students will need proficiency knitting in the round with dp needles, and should be ready to knit stranded patterns in two colors. Experience with 2 color knitting a plus.

Take a peek at Terri's new book at Selbuvotter.com!
Supplies: Adult mittens:
  • 2 skeins worsted weight wool – 2 contrasting colors
    (Harrisville's New England Shetland or Cascade 220 work well)
  • Size 4 or 5 needles

Child mittens:

  • 2 skeins sport weight wool (such as Dale of Norway Baby Ull) – 2 contrasting colors
  • Size 2 needles

Knitting a Baby Surprise Jacket

Wednesdays 6:00 – 8:00 pm
November 5, 12, 19

 Level: Herbal
Instructor: Joni Olmstead
Cost:$50
Baby Surprise JacketYou may have seen the sample of Elizabeth Zimmerman's ingenious Baby Surprise Jacket in the shop: the whole sweater is knitted in one piece and seamed just at the top of the shoulders! If you can knit, increase and decrease, you can make this sweater. You can knit this sweater in any weight yarn - the thicker the yarn, the bulkier the sweater. Joni will discuss the pattern, demonstrate increases and decreases, talk about making the sweater and sleeves longer and give you several options for edges. Warning: these sweaters are addicting - you won't be able to knit just one!
Supplies:
  • 400 - 450 yards sport or worsted weight yarn
  • appropriate 14" straight or 24" circular needles for your chosen yarn
  • Patterns will be provided as part of the class fee.

Design a Wrap - Knit or Crochet

Monday 6:00 – 8:00 pm
November 3

 Level: Green
Instructor: Deb Barnes
Cost:$30
This workshop is for those of you who are wanting to start designing garments of your own. A simple wrap is a great way to start your design career - no shaping, no pieceing! Just a little measuring and maybe some whipstitching. I'll go over the basics of laying out your design, taking measurements and getting started on your garment.
Supplies:
  • Pencil and Paper
  • 5" x 5" swatch using yarn and stitch pattern of your choice (if you know what you want to do already) in either knit or crochet
  • Needles or hook used to make swatch plus some in larger and smaller sizes
  • Leftover yarn from swatch
  • Any stitch pattern books or ideas that you are interested in using

SPINNING CLASSES

Drop Spindle 101

Wednesday 6 - 8 pm
October 29

Saturday 1 - 3 pm
November 15

 Level: Herbal
Instructor: Joni Olmstead
Cost: $30
Learn the art of drop spindling in this one day class. A great way to relax and be creative at the same time.
Supplies:
  • recommend - a student-grade spindle or better (such as Ashford small spindle, Schacht small Hi-Lo or other spindle that weighs around 1.25 oz
  • handouts and fiber will be provided by instructor.

Support Spindle

Wednesday 6 - 8 pm
December 3

 Level: Herbal
Instructor: Joni Olmstead
Cost: $30
Learn to spin the short, fine fibers like cotton, cashmere and others on a supported spindle! Must be comfortable with drop spindle or wheel, as you will be learning to draft fiber with one hand. We'll spin on an Indian takhli spindle, but other spindles, including Russian lace spindles, Tibetan spindles, Navajo spindles and the charkha will be demonstrated and discussed.
Supplies:
  • fiber to be provided by instructor
  • purchase your Indian takhli at Village Yarn and Tea Shop

Spinning for Knitting with Carol Rhoades

Sunday 10 - 5 pm
October 12

 Level: For advanced beginner and beyond spinners
Instructor: Carol Rhoades
Cost: $125

Knitting with handspun yarns is a pleasure. To make the most of that pleasure, it is worthwhile to consider the yarn you will spin for a project. In this class, you will learn how to choose fiber(s) and how to prepare and spin them for hand knitting. The main focus of the class will be on practicing the skills needed to have control over yarn production for a purpose. We’ll begin with a discussion of the qualities and production of commercial knitting yarns and what we like to knit with. Since most knitting yarns are woolen, we will practice carding and long-draw spinning, producing lofty yarns from fine to bulky.

We’ll finish with a discussion of matching yarns to knitting patterns, needles, and desired look, feel, and durability of the knitted project.

Supplies:
  • Students should bring a spinning wheel in good working order, handcards for wool, flick card if possible, notepaper and pen. Also bring your choice of knitting needles if you want to sample your yarns.

Spinning for Socks with Carol Rhoades

Monday 10 - 5 pm
October 13

 Level: For advanced beginner and beyond spinners
Instructor: Carol Rhodes
Cost: $125
Hand knitted socks are nice but handspun and knitted socks are wonderful. In this workshop, we’ll discuss the qualities that define great socks--soft, elastic, hard-wearing--and learn how to use various fibers and blends, preparations and spinning for the socks of one’s dreams. This class is for anyone who wants to explore spinning for a particular purpose. We’ll discuss adjusting fiber preparation and spinning techniques so that, for example, a Corriedale fleece can be used for soft, warm, but relatively hard-wearing socks. We’ll explore the effect of twist on yarn qualities and aim for a balance of twist that produces long-wearing socks that also feel good. Students will also examine how to adjust preparation and spinning techniques for particular parts of the socks and we’ll finish with suggestions for sock knitting techniques, plus the washing and care of handspun socks.
Supplies:
  • Students should bring a spinning wheel in good working order, handcards for wool, flick card if possible, notepaper and pen. Also bring your choice of knitting needles if you want to sample your yarns.
 
 

 

 

 

 

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Phone: 206.361.7256
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