Now You're Knitting!
These classes take your newly acquired (or already there) skills a step further. Let's explore knitting on double pointed needles, to knit in the round.
Socks on DPNs 
(you must have knitting experience on double points, as homework is required for this class)
 

 

 
One 3-hour class
Cost $30
In this class, we will start knitting a pair of "boot" socks in an average woman's size. We'll be using a worsted weight yarn, so these socks will be a bit bulky for standard shoes, but they'll be great slipper socks for those cold floors!
 
Homework:
  With worsted weight yarn, cast on 48 stitches. Divide onto three needles (16 sts. per needle) being careful not to twist the stitches! Knit in K2P2 rib for 1-1/2 inches. Continue sock leg by knitting every round (creates stockinette stitch) and knit until sock measures 5 to 6 inches total (you can also knit the entire top of the sock in ribbing if you choose). Leave the stitches on the needles and bring this to class.
Requirements:
  You must have completed Beginning Knitting, or be able to cast on, bind off, knit, purl, increase, decrease, and pick up stitches, and be able to knit on double pointed needles.
Supplies:
  Approx. 400 yards of worsted weight yarn of your choice
  (100% wool makes a warm but maybe itchy sock)
  Again, blends work very well—WoolEase or Encore.
  Size 5 double pointed needles, preferably wood

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Knit Your First Sweater
  Four 3-hour classes
  Cost $50

In this 4-part class, we will begin, and finish, a sweater for you or someone else.  We'll start by talking before the first class about your pattern choice, yarn choice, and make sure you get gauge.  The first class will begin with casting on and knitting the back - you have a month to complete that.  Class 2 will start the front (fronts), and you've got a month to get that done.  Class 3 will address sleeves (knitting both at the same time on a circular needle), and class 4 will cover blocking, finishing, sewing up, button and buttonhole and neck bands.  By the middle of April, you'll have a completed sweater.

Work at a relaxed pace, learn the ins and outs of shaping and finishing, and be proud of your accomplishment!

Class limited to 6 - don't miss this chance!