January 2019
By Hand – Yarn Workshop – 1/26 9am – Noon
Join By Hand's author, Andrea Hungerford for this class before the Launch Party on January 26th. Have you ever had a hard time deciding which yarn to use for your next sweater project?.....Used a different yarn than called for in a pattern and been disappointed with the results?.....contemplating knitting your first sweater, but don't know which pattern and yarn to choose? This class teaches knitters how to understand the construction and characteristics of yarns, and how they effect the selection…
Find out more »By Hand Reception – January 26, 1-3pm
RSVP here to attend the reception with Andrea Hungerford of By Hand. Andrea will be signing books between 1-3pm. Hue Loco, Six & Seven Fibers, and Sunshine Yarns will all be represented with small pop-up shops during the same time frame. Please let us know by RSVP so we know how many folks to plan for refreshments. Thank you so much!
Find out more »Snowshoe Sock KAL – 1/22; 1/29; 2/5 & 2/12
Join Ann and Julie for this fun sock project. We will use the Emily Foden pattern from the Knits About Winter book - it calls for fingering weight held double. Choose two new yarns; use leftovers and mix with a new yarn; bring a friend and share yarns - the possibilities are endless. The knit-a-long will run Tuesdays from 6-7:30pm January 22nd-February 12th. You must already know how to knit socks to participate - this is not an instructional knit-a-long.…
Find out more »February 2019
Joji Locatelli Hipster Shawl – February 5 & 12
Join Julie C. to knit Joji Locatelli’s Hipster Shawl! It starts with a garter tab and grows into a lovely crescent shape. You will learn the Indian Cross Stitch which creates an interesting lace motif. The pattern is both written out and presented on a chart, and includes mostly garter stitch and simple increases. Because it is knit with either dk or worsted weight yarn, it’s a quick and fun knit! No homework - we will cast on at the…
Find out more »Learn to Knit 2/9 & 2/16
Join Robin for an introductory course in knitting! Students will learn the basics of knitting that will give them the skills required to make a scarf, pillow cover or washcloth. We will cover casting on, the knit and purl stitch, binding off on a sample swatch; as well as various other handy skills like reading your stitches and how to create simple stitch patterns. Don’t worry if you don’t understand what all that means…Robin will teach you! Materials Included This…
Find out more »Baby Socks
Have you wanted to knit socks, but are intimidated by the process, small yarn and needles? Johanna can show you how to construct a sock in two short classes - by knitting baby/toddler sized socks. Not only will you learn the top-down method, including heel flap, heel turn and gusset - but you will have a cute baby gift for your next shower. Students should be able to knit in the round - either on DPNS or Magic Loop. You…
Find out more »A Touch of Spring Gloves – 2/9 & 2/16
Join Jeannie Giberson to knit these delightful gloves that are perfect for the transitioning weather we have here on the Front Range. The classes are on February 9 from 1:00 to 4:00 and on February 16 from 1:00 to 3:00. You will need one 50 gram skein of your favorite fingering weight yarn such as Finullgarn or Tuku Wool. There are samples of the gloves available for you to view at My Sister Knits. The cast on used for these…
Find out more »Fixing Mistakes – 2/23 1-2:30pm
Let’s all admit it; there are times when knitting can become frustrating because of a dropped stitch or constant unraveling. Let Kelly help by teaching you how to get over the inevitable speed bumps. In this class, students will learn basic fixes like making vertical and horizontal corrections; unraveling, recognizing and correcting twisted and skipped stitches, and common causes for too many or too few stitches. Yarn – DK or Worsted weight yarn Needles – Corresponding needles for yarn, also…
Find out more »Saturday Skill Session – Knitting in the Round 2/23
Saturday Skill Sessions are designed for you to learn or refine a technique - and then to apply it to a new project! Kelly will discuss three ways to knit in the round; using double pointed needles, small circumference needles, and magic loop. She will have examples of each technique ready to go so you can get your hands on some knitting and try it for yourself. This is a perfect way to see what is most comfortable to you without committing to an entire project. Time permitting…
Find out more »Andrea Mowry Weekender Sweater KAL 2/29-3/19 6-7:30 pm
The Weekender sweater continues to be a best seller for Andrea Mowry. Johanna has knit our sample and will be hosting a KAL on Tuesday nights from 6-7:30pm. This project is a simple garment and most advanced beginner/ intermediate knitters will have success. Of course, we all know knitting with a group always makes the stockinette go faster! There are no rules for how much you get done or how often you attend - this is just a chance to…
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