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The Great American Aran Afghan Knit-A-Long(KAL)
For Experienced Knitters
May 6, June 3, July 8...
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Over the course of many months, we have been knitting this beautiful afghan that consists of 24 - 12 inch x 12 inch squares that feature a wide variety of techniques, from basic cables to more innovative (and often challenging) stitch configurations. We have been meeting once a month to discuss each block. Are you up to the challenge?
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Shawl Series
Dreambird KAL
Mondays April 29, May 13, May 27
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
This very popular Ravelry.com pattern by Nadita Swings is full of rich colouring and looks more complicated than it is. This shawl uses German short rows for shaping which will be discussed in the first class. We will be using fingering weight yarn to knit this lovely piece. If you love to knit together with others; this is the Knit-A-Long for you!
Cost: $20 plus tax and materials. Sign up here
Nymphaea Shawl KAL
Mondays June 10, June 17, June 24
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Teacher : Mindy Dykman
This beautiful shawl designed by our own local designer Mindy Dykman; aka Raven Knits Design, is a top down triangular shawl with a twist. It starts with a circular cast on and is worked in the round for the first chart before returning to a more traditional knit-flat construction. Mindy will take us through the different stitches of her amazing shawl. We will finish with an arrowhead border and an option to add beaded details. Cost: $20 plus tax and materials.
Learn to Knit
One 2hr session
If you are just getting started with knitting or you need a quick refresher, this is the class for you! Learn how to cast on, knit, purl and cast off; everything you need to know to get started on your first scarf project! Cost: $25 plus tax and materials.
Baby Shower Booties
Wednesday Evening May 1 One 2hr session
7 pm to 9 pm Do you need a shower gift in a hurry? These fast and easy baby booties can be knit up quickly and make a fun gift! They actually stay on little feet! Part sock and part moccasin, these are perfect for baby girls or boys. We will be using a DK weight yarn to knit these darling little booties, so you can go crazy and knit a pair to match all their little outfits.
Cost: $25 plus tax and materials.
Garter Yoke Baby Sweater
Wednesday May 8 and May 22 Two 2hr sessions 7 pm to 9 pm Whether you are knitting for a friend, for charity. or for your own little one, a baby sweater is a great project that will expand your knitting skills. This simple little cardigan has a super speedy top down, seamless raglan construction and an optional I-cord button band. It can be knit in either DK or Worsted weight yarn
Cost: $30 plus tax and materials.
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Discovering Ravelry.com : Profile and Database
Saturday May 11 10 am to Noon Teacher: Ash Kearns
Ravelry.com is the online global community for fiber enthusiasts. Often described as “Facebook for Knitters”, Ravelry is more than just a social network. It is a community, a database, a marketplace, an organization and sharing tool all rolled into one! Many stitchers have heard of ravelry; many more have accounts that they rarely access; still more have the desire to use ravelry for more than its pattern database, but just don’t know where to start! In this class, we will build your Ravelry confidence. This session will focus on establishing your profile and project page as well as navigating the databases. We will address frequently asked questions, such as “How do I up load photos of my project page?” and “How do I share my work with other Ravelers?” We will also go over the basics of how to use the yarn and pattern database search functions to get the most out of your Raveling. Participants are invited to bring their laptops for real-time Ravelry experience in class. Pre-requisite: Participants must already have a Ravelry account and basic internet navigation skills. Cost: $25 plus tax.
Oops!!! Class: Fixing Your Knitting Mistakes
Wednesday May 15 7 pm to 9 pm Teacher: Ash Kearns
The MOST frequently asked question knitters ask is , “How do I fix my mistakes!?!” We all have those moments where we must decide to tink, rip back or frog a project entirely. Fixing mistakes comes with practice and that’s what this class is designed to give you! Slipped a stitch? Knit when you should have purled? Missed an increase or decrease? We will go over some of the most common knitting errors and how to fix them. Elizabeth Zimmerman said “be the boss of your knitting”, telling us that, with enough time and practice, we can tame our work into submission. With this in mind, we will cheer each other on and better establish the mind set needed for tackling present and future knitting challenges! BE THE BOSS of your knitting and take this class! Pre-requisites: Basic knitting, stitch recognition, increases and decreases Cost: $25 plus tax and materials.
Discovering Ravelry.com : Social Networking
Saturday May 25 10 am to Noon Teacher: Ash Kearns
Forums at Ravelry.com are discussion boards where global stitchers are chattering away all day and night. Post for pattern suggestions, technique help, yarn recommendations or just to vent; The Main 6 Boards are the heart of the Ravelry community! In this session, we will explore the Forum and Group functions of Ravelry. Learn how to take part or begin an online conversation, how to add photos or videos to your communications, and how to “magic link”. We will also explore other ravelry groups and how to join in the fun. You may be inspired to start your own forum group, become a group moderator or a volunteer editor! Participants are invited to bring their laptops for real-time Ravelry experience in class. Pre-requisite: Participants must already have a Ravelry account and basic internet navigation skills.
Cost: $25 plus tax.
Intro to Knitting Lace
Saturday June 1 10 am to Noon Teacher: Ash Kearns
Knitting lace can look so complicated and intimidating! In this class, we will knit a simple lace scarf in a medium weight yarn to build your lace confidence and demystify this seemingly complicated knitting technique. Learn to read a chart, interpret common lace abbreviations, keep track of your stitch counts and find rhythm in your lace knitting. After this class, you will be ready to tackle a larger lace project such as a shawl. Learn and fall in love with lace knitting this summer! Pre-requisites: Basic knitting, stitch recognition, increases and decreases
Cost: $30 plus tax and materials.
Learn To Crochet
Wednesdays June 12 and June 26
Two 2 hr sessions
7 pm to 9 pm
This class will teach you the basic crochet stitches you need to know to get started on your first crochet project. We will discuss how to read crochet patterns and charts.
Cost: $40 plus tax and materials.
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Knit a Shapely Summer Tank Top Saturday June 15 and June 29
Two 2 hr sessions
10 am to noon
Teacher: Ash Kearns
Learn all about the finer points of fitted garments while knitting this simple, yet tailored Shapely Summer Tank by Joan McGowan-Michael of White Lies Designs. This wonderful pattern comes in a broad range of sizes, from 36- 58" finished bust. It would be beautiful knit up in one of this season’s cotton or silk blend DK weight yarns. We will learn the finer points of short rows and waist shaping as well as basic garment finishing in this two session class. Participants are asked to print off their own pattern at: http://www.whiteliesdesigns.com/patterns/lpullovers/fbcprintx.html and bring your gauge swatch to the first class. Pre-requisites: Basic knitting, stitch recognition, increases and decreases
Cost: $40 plus tax and materials.
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Class Policies:
Yarn and fibre materials must be purchased from All Strung Out and we reserve the right to require needle purchase.
We request that Class Fees be paid in advance and materials be purchased in advance to speed up the class setup time.
These policies are in place to give all customers the best possible experience.
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