CLASSES
Students must register in advance for all classes. In order to reserve a space in a class, students must complete the registration process in full; registration includes signing up, purchasing the class & necessary course materials. Please register as early as possible as classes fill up quickly, and class size is limited.
NOTES:
1) If a class is full, please leave your name and number for the waitlist – if a space or new class section becomes available, you will be notified.
2) Some classes may still run with one registrant, however, the time and cost will vary according to the lesson. Class is then considered one on one tutoring.
3) If a class requires more than one session, only the first session date will be listed under class description. After the first meeting, the teacher and students will collectively determine the date(s) of the next meeting(s), so it will be convenient for everyone, particularly if more time is needed between sessions in order to complete homework.
KOTL Knitting & Crochet Basics:Beginner Knitting: 2 sessions $60: Class covers Long-Tail Cast on, Knit Stitch, Purl Stitch, Bind off During your sessions, you will also learn the basics of tension and gauge, as well as information about yarn and fibers. When class is completed, you will be ready to start your first project… a scarf, a hat, a blanket! Note: Students may opt to continue their group session after graduating from “Beginner Knitting” and move up to the “Intermediate Knitting” class which will cover multiple skill-appropriate projects. 1 hr ea
Option 1: Saturday, January 28th 1pm 2 sessions $60: Class covers Chain Stitch, Single Crochet, Slip Stitch, Half Double Crochet Double Crochet, Treble Crochet, Pattern Stitchery Note: At the end of your sessions, you will have the option of continuing your class, forming a new session and beginning your first project together. Alternatively, you will be prepared to join an intermediate level crochet class. Option 1: Saturday, January 28th 12:30pm 4 sessions: $ 150 This is a follow-up to “Beginner Knitting” class, or is for anyone who feels comfortable with the knit and purl stitches, bind off and cast on. The class will cover a quick refresher of the basics, then it’s on to a variety of perfect beginner projects including hats, felted bags, cell phone covers, patterned scarves, cables and more. This set of lessons is ideal for those neophyte knitters who really want to delve into knitting, but aren’t quite sure what the next step is Prerequisite: Beginner Knitting/Basic Knitting and Purling Skills Option 1: Tuesday, February 28th 7pm
1 Session: $35 Ever wonder how to substitute one yarn for another in a pattern? Is the yarn the pattern calls for discontinued and you have no idea how to figure out how much of another yarn you need? Why do you have to be concerned about the thickness of the yarn? Does the weight of the skein matter? Do you have to use the needle size suggested in the pattern? How and why do we measure gauge? If you have asked yourself any of these questions, this may be the class for you. By end of session, students will be able to translate various yarns in their favorite patterns. Option 1: Thursday, February 9th 1pm 1 session: $30 Class covers fixing dropped stitches, converting incorrect stitches/mistakes, ripping out, untwisting stitches, unknitting, stopping unintended increasing and fixing accidental holes. Prerequisite: Basic Knitting and Purling Skills Option 1: Wednesday, February 1st 1pm 2 sessions: $60 Class covers finishing techniques including the mattress stitch, sewing shoulders together, various forms of increasing and decreasing, the three needle bind off, picking up stitches and invisible weaving in of ends. Prerequisite: Proficiency in Knitting and Purling Skills
Option 1: Friday, February 10th 2:30pm
1 session, $30/2hrs (This class is ongoing beginning 1/27/12) Do you have projects that are unfinished? Do you have knitting questions that are unanswered? Bring your questions, projects and knitting related issues to a fun group that meets every week (weekly attendance is not mandatory, come for as many [or as few] sessions as you like – however, you must register for this class at least 48 hours in advance if you plan to attend) for two hours of information and instruction. Feel free to ask your instructor questions while making new acquaintances and getting fresh, creative ideas. Please note, this light instructional workshop is neither a private lesson, nor an introduction to knitting. Prerequisite: Basic Knitting and Purling Skills Ongoing Sessions Beginning Friday, January 27th 12:30pm Note: If you plan to attend this class, you must be registered at least 48 hours in advance of each session.
1 session, $35 Do you sometimes find knitting tedious? Or do you have trouble with inconsistent tension? This class is for those knitters who already know their craft, or even for those who have just begun, but are knitting by wrapping the yarn around the needle with their right hand. During this session, knitters will learn to hold the yarn in the left hand which will ultimately provide a less awkward knitting method while offering better speed, improved tension and more even knitting. It’s less stressful for your hands, neck and shoulders because there is significantly less joint movement. Prerequisite: Basic Knitting and Purling Skills
Option 1: Friday, January 27th 5pm
(Girls and Boys 7-12 yrs. old): 2 sessions, $60 Children will learn the foundations of knitting, including the cast-on, knit and purl stitches, the bind off and basics of gauge. In addition to meeting new friends, students will be ready to create fun and functional items (iPad covers, cell phone covers, scarves, hats, book bags and more) at the end of the two classes. Option 1: Tuesday, February 7th 5pm
KOTL Specialty KNITTING Classes:2 sessions, $50 Knit a beautiful and unique scarf that will give the appearance of a three-dimensional “woven” technique. Prerequisite: This is considered an “intermediate” level class, and will require more than basic knitting skills. Students should also have basic knowledge of pattern reading. Some previous experience in picking up stitches and making increases is helpful, but not required. Option 1: Wednesday, March 7th 7pm
3 sessions, $115 With over four hours of instruction, this is a great class for both first time sock knitters and for those who want to learn to simplify their sock knitting… no more working with those frustrating double-pointed needles! Create fun and easy socks using two circular needles. Prerequisite: Intermediate knitting skills. Option 1: Thursday, February 2nd 7pm
1 session, $25 (optional second session for gloves: knitting the thumb) Students may choose to learn this two needle technique on either leg warmers or fingerless gloves. Leave behind the drama of double-pointed needles, and focus on fearless, fast and fun knitting in the round. Now you can knit sleeves, mittens, gloves/leg warmers and more without worrying about dropping stitches or having a needle fall out. Prerequisite: Proficiency in Basic knitting skills
Students will learn to follow a charted pattern and work on two circular needles. Choose your own creative color way and make your golf head cover unique. With your newly acquired skill, make as many as you like… one, two, three… or FORE! Prerequisite: Basic knitting & purling skills
Option 1: Tuesday, March 13th 2pm 1 session, $45 Try this interesting technique to create a beautiful yet unusual shaped scarf. With its fancy half twist, it will enhance any outfit. Friends will wonder how you created this lovely neckpiece, and only you will know that the secret is in the cast-on! Class covers the moebius cast on & how to gauge a scarf of any length & width in any yarn. Prerequisite: Proficiency in Basic knitting & purling skills Option 1: Saturday, January 28th 11am 3 Sessions, $125 Due to the immense popularity of this pattern (typically crocheted), we are offering a class in the knit version. Many of you have already signed up after seeing the store sample. But please keep in mind that this is a poncho project and therefore requires some homework between sessions. Students will learn increases and decreases, counting and tracking stitches, different types of patterned stitchery, sewing seams and more. Prerequisite: Proficiency in knitting and purling Option 1: Tuesday, January 31st 6:30pm
2 sessions $50: Learn how to knit in the round on a small, portable project. You will also learn how to start your project with the flexible long-tail cast-on, read a pattern, follow a chart and use two circular needles to finish your project. Prerequisite: Basic Knitting and Purling Skills
Option 1: Wednesday, February 1st 2:30pm 1 Session, 3hrs, $75 If you’re one of those people who like to follow your own instincts and toss knitting patterns aside, this class is for you. Class includes an overview of the art form – which freeform actually is. The basics will be reviewed – how to create the “scrumbles” that make up all freeform knitting. Please stop by and see the exquisite sample clutch. Prerequisites:Proficiency in knitting and purling, cast on/bind off, picking up stitches NOTE: Interested students should leave their name on the sign-up sheet at the store. You will be contacted with date and time options [this class will run on a weekday evening and a weekend day]. 3 sessions, $125 This exquisite shawl is worked in sock yarn on DP needles. With almost 5 hours of instruction, students will learn to make multiple connecting hexagons, and learn the cable cast on, picking up stitches, yarn overs and various decreases. The store sample is a must see! Option 1: Friday, February 10th 4pm
3 sessions, $85 Prerequisite: Proficiency in knitting and purling Option 1: Saturday, February 4th 12pm 5 sessions, $115 This is a comprehensive class that will provide a solid foundation for many of your future knitting projects. Learn about patterns, adjusting gauge and fitting garments to given measurements. Class employs multiple techniques including increases, decreases, picking up stitches, binding off, mid-row cast on, sewing seams, & blocking techniques. Prerequisite: Proficiency in knitting and purling Option 1: Saturday, February 4th 2pm 3 sessions, $125 Whether you’re brand new to the craft or a seasoned knitter, students will love this technique that creates a fun and inventive tote bag (it also hides a multitude of mistakes, if you’re prone to them)! When the knitting is finished, the project really begins… It starts out as an oversized bag that you will pop into the washing machine – then watch it shrink down to a durable felted tote that you will use for almost anything! Six hours of instruction covers general discussion of felting process, measuring gauge swatch before and after felting, making an I-cord, picking up stitches and bag shaping. Note: Must have access to a top loading machine (front loaders won’t work). Prerequisite: Beginner Knitting Option 1: Saturday, January 28th 4pm 3 sessions, No Charge Students will learn how to make a small stuffed teddy bear that will be donated to a child in desperate need of comfort. Patterns must be purchased prior to class and are available at: Prerequisite: Proficiency in Knitting and Purling Option 1: Wednesday, February 15th 7pm |
KOTL Specialty CROCHET Classes:Ongoing Sessions, $25/Session Students will learn beautiful and unusual stitchery in this class. Friends will look in amazement wondering if your project was knit or crocheted. You will have the option of turning your finished blocks into pillows, afghans, runners, ponchos, scarves and more. Come to as many – or as few – sessions as you like. However, you’ll probably be hooked after the first. Prerequisite: Beginner Crochet/Proficiency in Basic Crochet Skills
Option 1: Saturday, January 28th 2:30pm 1 session, $35 Learn the construction of a granny square, including how to change colors within the square and how to make corners. Good for beginners or intermediate level crocheters. These squares make a beautiful and unique scarf! Prerequisite: Beginner Crochet Option 1: Wednesday, March 14th 2:30pm 1 Session, $50 All the rage lately, Tunisian crochet is the perfect combination between knitting and crochet. In this class, you will learn to cast on, the Tunisian simple stitch, the Tunisian knit stitch, purl stitch and the bind off. Prerequisites: None NOTE: Interested students should leave their name on the sign-up sheet at the store. You will be contacted with date and time options [this class runs weekday evenings and weekend days]. 3 sessions, $75 A fun portable project! Bring your crochet skills to the next level and produce an impressive pair of socks that knitters will envy. Prerequisite: Basic – Intermediate level of crochet, pattern reading. Option 1: Saturday, March 3rd 2:30pm 1 Session, $35 While using a simple Hairpin Lace tool, students will create a delicate and lacy scarf with speed and ease. Prerequisites: Basic crochet skills NOTE: Interested students should leave their name on the sign-up sheet at the store. You will be contacted with date and time options [this class runs weekday evenings and weekend days]. 1 Session, $35 Create beautiful lacy garments with a crochet hook AND large knitting needle. Prerequisites: Basic crochet skills NOTE: Interested students should leave their name on the sign-up sheet at the store. You will be contacted with date and time options [this class runs weekday evenings and weekend days].
1 Hour Session: $40 These classes are provided to learn any knitting or crocheting technique or project of your choice. The sessions are also intended to meet the needs of YOUR schedule. So if you are unable to attend any of the above listed time slots, please call the shop to arrange a more convenient time. Or, if you’re currently involved in a project and have no idea where you are, or what the next step is, this may be the time for a private lesson to get you back on track. Feel free to bring an unfinished project that has been sitting in your closet for years. You can finally get the guidance to complete it. |