Spring & Summer 2010 Classes & Demonstrations
Classes help you build and expand the foundation for your knitting and handwork skills. Here, you can learn new techniques, improve existing ones, as well as share your knowledge with others. We’re excited to present a new line of classes for Spring & Summer 2010. In addition to the regulars (e.g., Knit 101 and Socks), we will also have several topic-specific classes to entice you to challenge your knitting abilities. To register, contact us at 314.727.6500.
In addition to our classes, we’re proud to offer our workshops & demonstrations. Every month, we invite you to come to the shop to learn about different knitting techniques such as shaping, blocking, casting-on, and much more. These are topics we feel are quite interesting and that will definitely add to your knitting repertoire. Join us on each 1st Thursdays as we share with you a new topic. Demonstrations will vary in length, depending on the topic covered. Think of these as free classes.
For our Class Policy, see bottom of page.
Also available is a printable pdf of the Knitty Couture Event & Class Calendar Spring & Summer 2010
Quick preview of classes and other lessons
Knit 101 : Beginner’s Workshop
Baby Set: Baby Booties and Hat
Baby Leggings
Crochet
Crocheted Market Bag
EZ’s Surprise Jackets
Entrelac Pillowcase
Intarsia: Child’s Sweater
Knitted Cupcakes
Knitting with Beads
Mittens
Christmas Stockings
Hats
Summerwear: Simple Cardigan
Socks
Techniques Clinic
Private Lessons
Demonstrations
Knit 101 • Beginner’s Workshop
In this Beginner’s Workshop, you will learn the basic skills of knitting: how to begin, its stitches and how to finish. In addition, we offer a free follow-up support session to help with problems, answer questions, and make sure you’re firm on your feet.
Supplies: materials included
Tuition: $40
Dates:
- Sunday, July 18th & 25th, 12pm-2pm
- Sunday, August 8th & 15th, 12pm-2pm
- Tuesday, August 24th & 31st, 6pm-8pm
Baby Set• Booties and Hat
Make a great gift for that cute baby! A great basic knitting project, learn about pattern reading as well as basic hat design.
Supplies: sportweight yarn, straight and double-pointed needles in appropriate sizes
Tuition: $40
Dates:
- Sunday, June 20th & 27th, 12pm-2pm
- Sunday, July 18th & 25th, 12pm-2pm
Baby Legwarmers
Baby legwarmers are wonderful knitted items because 1) they’re adorable and 2) you’ll learn to work in the round using double-pointed needles.
Supplies: fingerweight yarn and US2 or US3 double-pointed needles
Tuition: $30
Dates:
- Tuesday, August 10th & 17th, 6pm-7:30pm
EZ’s Surprise Jackets
The Baby Surprise Jacket (BSJ) is the most knitted pattern to date. So popular was the BSJ that Elizabeth Zimmermann was asked to develop an adult version, the Adult Surprise Jacket (ASJ). Samples of each jacket is available at the shop.
Supplies: yarn and appropriate sized needles
Tuition: $60
Dates:
- Baby Surprise Jacket (BSJ)
- Tuesday, July 6th, 20th, & August 3rd, 6pm-8pm
- Adult Surprise Jacket (ASJ)
- Wednesday, June 9th, 23rd, & July 7th, 6pm-8pm
Crochet 101
Learn to crochet with our friend and crochet aficionado, Angela Gonzalez. Learn the basics of crochet, ways to understand your stitch, and perhaps even pursue a project or two!
Supplies: worsted-weight yarn and size G or H crochet hook
Tuition: $20
Dates:
- Sunday, July 11th, 1:30pm-3:30pm
Crocheted Market Bag
It is wonderful to be environmentally conscious and use a fabric shopping bag. Now you can make one just your color.
Supplies: Rowan Handknit Cotton or sturdy fiber and size G or H crochet hook
Tuition: $20
Dates:
- Sunday, August 1st, 1:30pm-3:30pm
Entrelac Pillowcase
This basketweave-like pattern is fun to knit and much easier than it appears. We’ve incorporated this beautiful pattern into a gorgeous pillowcase. Learn entrelac and seaming. A sample of the pillow will soon be available at the shop.
Supplies: yarn and appropriate sized needles
Tuition: $40
Dates:
- Saturday, June 12th & 26th, 11am-1pm
- Thursday, August 12th & 26th, 6pm-8pm
Intarsia• Child’s Sweater
Learn to make this raglan sweater with a colorful motif in the middle. A great introduction to sweater knitting, colorwork, as well as a fantastic gift for that child you know.
Supplies: yarn and appropriate sized needles
Tuition: $60
Dates:
- Wednesday, July 28th, Aug. 11th, & 25th, 6pm-7:30pm
Knitted Cupcakes
These cute toys look good enough to eat. The class will cover how the cakes are constructed and many of the ways they can easily be embellished.
Supplies: US 7 & US 11 dpns. All other supplies will be provided.
Tuition: $5o
Dates:
- Sunday, June 20th & 27th, 130pm-330pm
Knitting with Beads
Learn to knit with beads. We’ll show you how to make a wonderful hat and how to use a crochet hook to incorporate beads into a knitted garment. Class taught by our friend, Lesley Levin. A sample of the hat is available at the shop.
Supplies: a supply list will be provided by instructor
Tuition: $45
Dates:
- Saturday, July 16th & 23rd, 1pm-2:30pm
Christmas in July! • Mittens
This quick and easy project is perfect for the holidays. It is also perfect for learning to work in the round as well as understanding the simple construction of mitten designs.
Supplies: sportweight yarn and US5 double-pointed needles
Tuition: $40
Dates:
- Saturday, July 17th, 24th, 31st, 12pm-1:30pm
Christmas in July! • Stockings
Stockings for each member of the family. Another wonderful gift, holiday stockings will decorate the mantel for years to come. A great introduction to sock knitting and colorwork!
Supplies: worsted weight yarn of desired colors and US 5 double-pointed needles
Tuition: $60
Dates:
- Thursday, July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 6pm-8pm
Christmas in July! • Winter Hats
Start preparing for the cool weather with a hat. Learn to work with circulars and double-pointed needles. In this lesson, we’ll help you design a simple hat for the winter. We’ll also cover shaping, working in the round, and design.
Supplies: yarn and 16″ circular and double-pointed needles in appropriate sizes
Tuition: $30
Dates:
- Wednesday, July 14th & 21st, 6pm-7:30pm
- Saturday, August 8th & 15th, 3pm-4:30pm
Summerwear • Simple Cardigan
We’ll work on a basic cardigan that incorporates an easy lace design. Written to customize and fit, this is a great class to try your hands at garment knitting with a bit of interest!
Supplies: a supply list will be provided by the instructor
Tuition: $60
Dates:
- Saturday, June 12th, 26th, & July 10th, 10am-12pm
Socks
Knitting socks is quick, fun, and portable. With so many gorgeous sock yarns and stitch patterns, the options are limitless. We’ve offered several ways for knitting socks.
Supplies: a supply list will be provided by the instructor
Tuition: varies with topic
Dates:
- Knee-high Gym Socks: Thursday, June 10th, 17th & 24th $60
- 2 Socks on 2 Circs: Saturday, August 7th, 14th, & 21st, 11am-1pm $60
Techniques Clinic
Ever wonder how to pick up a dropped stitch, or what a Magic Loop is all about? Then these short courses are for you! Each lesson will help expand your knitting knowledge and make your knitting better and more enjoyable.
Tuition: $20
Sessions & Dates:
- Pattern Reading: Sunday, June 6th, 3pm-5pm
- Magic Loop: Sunday, July 11th, 3pm-5pm
- Seaming: Sunday, August 22nd, 3pm-5pm
Private Lessons
Private individual and group lessons are also available should you prefer more one-on-one mentoring or would like to have a private class with friends or for children. These lessons are completely customized to your skill level and project interest.
In addition, all class topics are available as private lessons. Please inquire for more information at knit@knittycouture.com or 314.727.6500.
Workshops/Demonstrations
(1st Thursdays, 6pm - 7pm)
I-Cords (June 3rd)
Elizabeth Zimmermann called it the Idiot Cord because it’s so easy to do. The sturdy cord is featured in bags as handles, on garments as embellishments, and on top of hats, just to name a few. Come learn how it’s done!
Undoing a Stitch (July 1st)
Yes, you CAN fix that mistake! We’ll show you how to tink (”knit” spelled backwards) back your knitted as well as your purled stitch without ruining your work.
Class Policy
Materials used in our classes must be purchased at Knitty Couture. By doing so, you are supporting us and your LYS. A 10% discount is given on yarn used for class. Class fee is required at time of registration. No refund is given for missed classes. However, if canceled at least 48hrs in advance, students may receive a shop credit to be used toward another class and must be used within six months. Classes canceled by Knitty Couture will immediately be scheduled as private lessons with no extra charge.
