Winter & Spring 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 Winter & Spring 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 Calendar Winter & Spring 2010
Quick preview of classes and other lessons
Knit 101 : Beginners
Knit 201: Beyond Knitting & Purling
Basic Hat
Cables 101: Cabled Scarf
Crocheting 101
Crochet: Hat, Scarf & Mitten Set
Knitted Cupcake
Dog Sweater
Headwarmer
Lace - Intermediate: Pi Shawl
Sweater - Basic Raglan
Sweater - Cables
Socks
Techniques Clinic
Private Lessons
Demonstrations
Knit 101 • Beginner’s Level
Always a regular and always necessary for those interested in finding out what the all excitement about knitting is about. In this 2-hr session, you will learn the basic skills of knitting as well as casting on and binding off. 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: worsted weight yarn and US size 8 or 9 needles
Tuition: $20
Dates:
- Thursday, Feb. 18th, 6pm-8pm
- Saturday, Mar. 13th, 12pm-2pm
- Sunday, April 11th, 12pm-2pm
- Thursday, May 20th, 6pm-8pm
Knit 201 • Beyond Knitting and Purling
In each of these 1.5 hr sessions, we’ll focus on a specific topic to help you advance your skills as a knitter. Session 1 will cover lace, session 2 cables, and session 3 will focus on each student’s desired topic.
Supplies: worsted weight yarn and US size 8 or 9 needles
Tuition: $45
Dates:
- Sunday, Mar. 14th, 21st &28th, 12pm-130pm
- Thursday, April 15th, 22nd & 29th, 6pm-730pm
Cables - Cabled Scarf
Ever thought projects with cables were too difficult? This class will demonstrate the basics of cabling and just how easy it is to add interest to your knitting.
Supplies: a supply list will be provided by the instructor.
Tuition: $30
Dates:
- Thursday, Feb. 11th & 25th, 6pm-7:30pm
Crochet 101 • Beginner’s Level
Learn to crochet with our friend and crochet aficionado, Angie Gonzalez. You’ll learn the basics of crochet, ways to understand your stitch and perhaps, even pursue a project or two. Click here for a description from Angie.
Supplies: a supply list will be provided by the instructor.
Tuition: $20
Dates:
- Sunday, Feb. 14th, 130pm-330pm
- Sunday, Mar. 14th, 130pm-330pm
Crochet - Intermediate: Hat, Scarf & Mitten Set
With a chill still in the air, learn how to crochet a quick and easy hat, scarf and mitten set. Basic understanding of crochet is needed.
Supplies: 1 skein of worsted yarn for each project & G or H crochet hook
Tuition: $45
Dates:
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, April 18th & 25th, 130pm-330pm
- Sunday, June 20th & 27th, 130pm-330pm
Hats
A hat is a great project for beginners because it requires working in the round. We will use both circular and double-pointed needles. Come find out just how easy knitting in the round is.
Supplies: yarn and 16″ circular and double-pointed needles in appropriate sizes
Tuition: $40
Dates:
- Sunday, Feb. 21st & 28th, 3pm-5pm
- Saturday, Mar. 13th & 20th, 11am-1pm
Headwarmer This quick and easy project is perfect for last minute gifts or those learning to knit. You will love how quick and easy the headwarmer is.
Supplies: yarn and appropriate sized double-pointed needles
Tuition: $20
Dates:
- Thursday, Mar. 11th, 6pm-8pm
Lace - Intermediate: Pi Shawl
This beautiful and versatile shawl is an excellent project for advancing and playing with lace skills. The class will cover the basic Pi Shawl and will discuss various ways it can be customized.
Supplies: yarn and appropriate sized double-pointed needles
Tuition: $60
Dates:
- Saturday, April 3rd, 10th, 17th, & 24th, 1pm-330pm
Sweater - Cables
We’ll work on a basic, short-sleeved tunic sweater with a beautiful cable motif. This is a great class to try your hands at garment knitting with a bit of cable interest.
Supplies: a supply list will be provided by the instructor.
Tuition: $60
Dates:
- Sunday, April 11th, 18th & 25th, 1pm-3pm
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. Some classes are offered in 2 two-sessions while technique sessions are a single session.
Supplies: a supply list will be provided by the instructor
Tuition: varies with topic
Dates:
- Two socks Magic Loop: Saturday, April 10th & May 1st, 2pm-4pm $40
- Afterthought Heel: Sunday, April 25th, 2pm-4pm $20
- Middle Eastern Cast-on for Toe-up: Thursday, April 8th & 15th, 6pm-8pm $20
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:
- Seaming: Sunday, Feb. 14th, 3pm-5pm
- Fixing Mistakes: Saturday, Mar. 13th, 3pm-5pm
- Cast-ons: Sunday, Mar. 21st, 3pm-5pm
- Magic Loop: Sunday, Mar. 28th, 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)
Invisible Cast-on (Feb. 4th)
The invisible cast-on is one of the more commonly used techniques for casting on. Its versatility allows the knitter to use it for most garments and sometimes, is actually preferred. This technique is actually quite easy to learn and a bit of a joy to do.
Selvedge Edge (Mar. 4th)
Don’t like that bump on the end of your knit and purl rows? Well, create a selvedge edge instead! These edges create a visually appealing edging for jackets, cardigans, scarves, and most other things. Find out more about how it’s done!
Weaving in Ends (April 1st)
Don’t know what to do with those pesky ends sticking out? Come find out how to weave them in!
Class Policy
Materials may be purchased at Knitty Couture. By doing so, you are supporting us and your local LYS. A 10% discount is given on yarn used for class. Class fee is required at time of registration. Students may register by coming into the shop and via phone-call. There is no refund for missed classes. A shop credit to be used toward a future class is only offered if a minimum of a 24hr notice of class absence is given. This credit must be used within six months. Classes canceled by Knitty Couture will immediately be scheduled as private lessons with no extra charge.
