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Note: Listed prices are reduced for pre-registration only. Onsite prices will be $20 more per class ticket.
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Thursday 3-Hour Morning Classes
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T100C-Designing Larger Sizes (Crochet or Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Nancy Nehring
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $5 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Pencil/pen
Description: Large women have special needs in garment design. Course covers shaped necks and armholes to eliminate excess fabric around neck and under arms, darts and short rows for large busts, cardigans for ease in dressing, light yarns and stretchy stitches for comfort.
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T101K-Colorful Cables (Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Melissa Leapman
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $2 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Homework swatches with yarn still attached; extra white or cream-colored smooth worsted weight yarn; smooth worsted weight yarn in three or four different bright colors; one size 5 double-pointed needle.
Description: Cables add beautiful texture to knitted fabrics without much effort. Just imagine the awesome effects you can achieve by incorporating colorwork into them! Discover several easy ways to make cables even more exciting and fun to knit.
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T102C-Crocheted Tips, Tricks and Hints (Crochet)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Lily Chin
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Smooth worsted-weight yarn in a few light colors and appropriate hook plus a few sizes smaller and a few sizes larger, 4" of waxed dental floss, a shank button, at least 12" of a smooth worsted yarn (cotton is preferable) in a light color, 12" of white sewing elastic about .5" wide or thereabouts, magic marker, ruler or tape measure, tapestry needles
Description: Learn all the little secrets to make crocheting life easier and better. Find out how to work a foundation chain that is not too tight. Join a new skein of yarn or a new color without losing that first stitch. See ways of attaching buttons as you work. Create invisible circular joins where the beginning and end are absolutely imperceptible. Weave in those little ends that are too short to put through a darning needle. Take away lots of small fix-its and improve those details.
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T103C-Grab-A-Needle & Tat That! (Crochet or Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Joan Davis
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $15 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Beginner
Supplies to bring: Basic crochet or knit kit, measuring device, notebook, colorful fine yarn or fashion weight yarn (NOTE: Armenian Needlelace is usually worked with #100 fine thread; however in order to see our knots in class, we will work on fine yarn.)
Description: This is a basic class in the ancient art of Armenian Knotted Needlelace which was the forerunner of tatting knotted lace. Armenian Needle Lace is always worked over a crochet chain. We will explore the fun and easy techniques of creating simple Needlelace around the chain stitches. We will learn four basic techniques: Basic Armenian Knot, Double Hitch, Single Hitch and Picot. We will explore working the technique onto a fabric edge and crochet/knitted edging. Armenian Needle Lace is always worked over a base of crochet chain stitches. This technique can be used to create wonderful edgings for both crochet and knit fabrics; create simple to complex doilies; and simple to complex embellishments on crochet and knitted garments. Come join me on this new resurgence of another technique linked to crochet. Brief History: Crochet was usually incorporated into the Armenian designs. Armenian needles date back as far as 1000 BC. (Needles and shuttle did not reach Europe until around 1370 AD). Documents by Mrs. Alice Odian Kasparian in her book Armenian Needlelace and Embroidery indicate that Armenian Needlelace was in existence long before many other needlelaces. Armenia is now called the country of Turkey.
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T104C-Crochet Illusions (Crochet)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Darla Fanton
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $5 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Beginner
Supplies to bring: 50 gms each of smooth double knitting or sport weight yarn in two highly contrasting colors (no black, please), assorted crochet hooks ranging in size from G (4 mm) to I (5.5 mm), 5 stitch markers or safety pins, scissors, optional: magnetic board or static cling guide typically used to keep track of place on chart
Description: Now you see stripes; now you see hearts! It all depends on the angle of the view. Viewed straight on this form of crochet looks like simple alternating stripes of color. But wait! View at an angle and the stripes disappear while a surprise secondary pattern emerges! The only crochet stitch required to create this fascinating optical illusion is the single crochet. Learn how to work from a chart, select yarns to achieve the desired result and tips on designing your own illusions.
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T105C-Crochet in motion! Fabulous Crocheted Shawls, Shrugs, Wraps, Scarves &Stoles for Belly Dance & Workout (Crochet)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Noreen Crone-Findlay
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Skill Level: Beginner
Supplies to bring: Scissors, a very fine steel crochet hook, size G or H crochet hook, sewing needle and thread, yarn, embroidery floss or crochet cotton/thread, buttons, charms, beads, 2 yards of chiffon
Description: Don't just sit there, shake something! Crochet moves beautifully and is the perfect way to add some zing to your workouts. Learn how to embellish a fabric or crocheted piece with simple but gorgeous crochet lace and add beads, buttons and charms to add drama and movement. You can make a cozy but glam wrap for warm up and cool down or a spectacular piece to make your dancing even more fun.
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T106K-Where Do They Get Those Numbers? (Math for Knitters) (Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Edie Eckman
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $.50 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Pencil, calculator
Description: This will take the mystery out of those pesky math calculations you have to do when designing or altering a sweater. Math-phobics are welcome, and you don't have to raise your hand in class. Draft a basic sweater and discuss calculating yarn amounts, V-neck shaping, rates of increase/decrease and stitch pattern placement.
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T107C-Crochet Embellishment (Crochet)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Margaret Hubert
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $3 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: All Levels
Supplies to bring: Light to medium weight yarn and a hook compatible with yarn weight (project can be all one color or multi-colored depending on individual taste), tapestry needle, sewing needle and matching thread
Description: Students learn how to embellish basic filet stitches in unusual ways creating a lovely Irish Crochet look in a much easier method. We strive to make a bag in class, but other designs are explored such as making a vest and a shawl.
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T110C-How To Self Publish Your Own Book (Crochet or Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Myra Wood
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Skill Level: Beginner
Supplies to bring: Composition notebook or spiral bound notebook and pens
Description: Learn how to develop, produce and publish your own book. Info will include how to create an outline and focus your chapters; best software to use; ways to locate photographers, models and make-up artists; how to obtain an ISBN and copyright; locate an online or traditional printer; and how to market your final printed books.
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T111C-Arty Adornments (Crochet or Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Jenny Dowde
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Skill Level: Beginner
Supplies to bring: Keeping in mind the color of your swatches, you will need small amounts of a variety of found objects of your choice, for example: craft felt, beads of various sizes plus a needle that will fit through the beads, beading thread, small fragments of lace or other fabrics, handmade paper, sewing needle, 1" x 20" length of 1/4" diameter plastic tubing, 1" x 8" length of 1/4" diameter cotton cording (similar to that used for piping), a few fancy yarns, embroidery threads, some plain sport and worsted weight yarns, sewing needle, scissors
Description: Learn distinctive and unusual decorative methods to enhance your knit or crocheted fabric or to create unique pieces of jewelry. Techniques include collage, wrapping, freehand embroidery and other stitch techniques, adding beads, using plastic tubing and many more.
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T112C-Maximizing Self-Shading & Variegated Yarns (Crochet or Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Drew Emborsky
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $5 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: All Levels
Supplies to bring: One skein of self-shading yarn and one skein of variegated yarn and appropriate sized hooks or knitting needles
Description: Learn how to maximize the beauty of self-shading and variegated yarns and how to avoid the common mistakes made when using these exciting yarns.
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T113K-Introduction To Entrelac (Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Margaret Fisher
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Two balls of smooth, worsted weight yarn in contrasting colors; appropriate needles; basic knitting accessories; optional: yarns of other fibers and colors (partial balls are ok)
Description: Entrelac knitting creates a fabric with a wonderful basket weave or quilted appearance. Although it looks complex, the knitting is easy and lots of fun to do. Create an entrelac sample as you learn all the steps of this fascinating technique. We will cover the use of entrelac in garments and accessories and the effects achieved with various types of yarn.
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Thursday Workshops
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T1TWK-Teaching Strategies - Teacher Workshop (Crochet or Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Joyce Renee Wyatt
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $4 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: All Levels
Supplies to bring: Pencil and paper
Description: Do you enjoy teaching, and you want to share your knowledge with others? If so, this is the class for you. Learn to incorporate different teaching styles and methods to meet the needs of your students. Remember, people learn in many different ways. Learn how to say it, when to say it, why you say it and most importantly what not to say. Learn how to develop a class idea into a proposal format and lesson plan. Being organized is the key to a successful teaching career. Learn the business side of teaching: contracts, reimrusements, travel expenses, resumes, etc. A sample proposal and expense report are included.
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Thursday 3-Hour Afternoon Classes
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T200C-Couture Techniques for Knit and Crochet (Crochet or Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Nancy Nehring
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $3 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Advanced
Supplies to bring: Pencil/pen
Description: Shoulder pads, zippers, stayed seams, facings, linings, grosgrain faced button bands, safety buttons, covered snaps, padding stitches: all those little details that make a garment look like a million (well, at least a thousand) bucks.
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T201C-Free Form Knit and Crochet Combination (Crochet or Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Margaret Hubert
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $3 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: At least 4 complimentary colors (more, if wanted) of fine to medium weight yarns (bulky does not work well), sewing needle and thread, pins, scissors, crochet hooks and knitting needles comparable to the yarn used.
Description: We will begin a small free form bag combining free form techniques of both knitting and crochet. You will leave with the knowledge of how to complete the bag on your own. The more homework is done, the easier it is to complete. In addition to the bag, other applications of free form are introduced.
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T202C-Short-Rowed Bust Darts (Crochet)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Lily Chin
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $1 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: More worsted wt. yarn in different colors, SQUARE graph paper (8 boxes or less to the inch is good), pencil (a few colors is good) and eraser, a highligher marker helps, tape measure, masking tape
Description: Tired of that frontal hike-up on your sweaters? Take a look at how darts can improve the fit of garments, even if you're not buxom. Learn how to translate this shaping technique from sewing terms to crocheting. See how to place it correctly, how much to add and where and how to do it in a patterned stitch. Translate basic principles to beer bellies and dowager humps.
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T203C-Crochet Your Cables From the Center Outward (Crochet)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Joan Davis
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $7 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Basic crochet kit, calculator, markers, measure device, notebook, Class 3 or Class 4 yarns
Description: Learn to set up a crochet cable and how to place the cable in the round or in a circular motif. The crochet cable can be elusive especially in working with 6-stitch or 8-stitch cables when it is time to crossover. You will have hands on play time to work with cables.
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T204C-Double Hook Crochet: The Basics (Crochet)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Darla Fanton
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $7 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: All Levels
Supplies to bring: 4 contrasting colors of smooth worsted weight yarn (no black, navy or dark brown, please), scissors, tapestry needle
Description: If you haven't yet experienced the fun of working with a double-ended crochet hook, join Darla as she shares the magic of this hook! Learn how to make a unique crocheted fabric that is wonderfully soft, looks like a cross between knit and crochet and, as a bonus, is totally reversible with a distinctly different look to each side. The finished work looks so unusual that you will be amazed at how easy it is to create and your friends will be asking, "How did you do that?"
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T205C-Crocheting on the Edge (Crochet)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Marty Miller
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $3 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Worsted weight yarn in different colors, an assortment of specialty yarns to play with, appropriate hooks
Description: Are you tired of the same old edgings that you do all the time? Are you bored with fringes? Learn new ways to make edgings, different types of fringes that are attached as-you-go, solid edges and borders, lacy ones, ruffled ones, all kinds of edgings that will put your garments on the "cutting edge" of fashion.
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T206K-UnLearn To Knit (Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Edie Eckman
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $.50 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: All Levels
Supplies to bring: 2 colors smooth, light-color worsted weight yarn and appropriate-size needles
Description: You learned the rules: put your needle in this way, wrap your yarn that way. Now unlearn those rules to gain control of your knitting. No matter how long you've been knitting or what your knitting style, understanding the structure of knitted fabric and how the stitches are related to one another is the key to becoming an expert knitter. We'll have fun exploring what it really means to take a length of string and turn it into a fabric. You'll leave with the confidence and ability to fix mistakes, take shortcuts and be the master of your stitches.
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T207C-Butterfly Shawl Pin (Crochet)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Noreen Crone-Findlay
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $25 for kit including brass butterfly body, special yarn for wings, chopstick to hold shawl pin in place; please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Beginner
Supplies to bring: Size B or C crochet hook, scissors, tapestry needle
Description: In this workshop, you'll crochet the wings for a beautiful butterfly shawl pin. Your favorite crochet hook, knitting needle or chopstick is slipped through the wings and brass body to hold your favorite shawl, vest or jacket closed with style and panache.
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T208K-A Sampling of Stitches (Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Margaret Fisher
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Smooth, light colored worsted weight yarn (approximately 2 oz. or 50 grams); appropriate size needles; cable needle; homework swatch (on dpn with stitch markers); basic knitting accessories
Description: Want to make your knitting more interesting? See how much fun it is to work fancy stitch patterns rather than stockinette. We'll focus on four families of stitches: Smocking, Elongated, Brioche and Twisted Traveling Stitches. Learn the characteristics of each group. Practice working several stitch patterns in each "family" as you receive tips and hints for producing good results. Learn how to use these stitches in your projects. The material may be of special interest to those enrolled in the Masters Program.
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T210K-Magic Loop!! (Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Myra Wood
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: 40" size 5 circular needle; 150 yards of any smooth, light worsted weight yarn (6-7 stitches = 1 inch on size 5 or 6 needles); tapestry needle
Description: Learn this wonderful knitting-in-the-round technique using one long circular needle. You'll knit a wristlet in class, but you'll also learn how to use this technique for all your circular knitting. Great for necklines and sleeves.
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T211C-Fancy Knit & Crocheted Beads (Crochet or Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Jenny Dowde
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Skill Level: Beginner
Supplies to bring: Small amounts of plain or variegated sport weight yarn; similar weight fancy yarn; one spool 30 gauge craft wire to co-ordinate with fancy yarn color; size H/8 crochet hook; size D/3 crochet hook; pair size 5 or 6 dpns; small amounts of size 11/0 and 8/0 beads to coordinate with yarn colors; selection of small decorative accent beads if desired such as tiny leaves, flowers, small bicones, small round or square beads etc.; Big Eye needle; sewing needle to fit through bead holes; Nymo beading thread or similar; a chopstick or knitting needle of similar diameter; approx 12" of diameter plastic tubing cut into 1.5 lengths; small amount of silk or other soft fabric in color to complement fancy yarn; craft glue; scissors
Description: Learn to make barrel beads which will then be decorated with seed beads or other accent beads plus 'wrapped fibre beads' using plastic tubing, fabric and crocheted wire and bead chain lengths. If time permits, the beads can then be made into fun and unique pieces of jewelry.
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T212C-Successful Blogging for Crafters (Crochet or Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Drew Emborsky
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $3 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: All Levels
Supplies to bring: none
Description: In this interactive class, students will have the opportunity to discuss the aspects of successful craft blogs. Basics of how to get a blog will be discussed, however the main focus will be on blog content and the benefits of maintaining a successful craft blog.
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Thursday Workshops
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T2DWK-Turning Pro: Designer Workshop (Crochet or Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Melissa Leapman
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $2 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: All Levels
Supplies to bring: none
Description: Do you aspire to become a professional designer? Join Melissa as she shares the secrets of her successful career as an author/designer. Learn how to develop and market your designs and turn your much-loved hobby into a money-maker!
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Thursday 6-Hour All Day Classes
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T300K-Spiral Knitting (Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 9:00 AM - 12 Noon and 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Arenda Holladay
Price: $140 Members/$180 Non-Members
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: At least 3 colors of worsted weight yarn, size 7 (or appropriate size dpns or circular needle, stitch markers
Description: The spiral knitting technique allows the knitting of stripes in the round without jogs and without carrying or cutting the yarn. The students will knit a baby hat in class. We'll also discuss the "jogless" join and two-color stripe flat knitting.
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T301K-Diagonal Knitting (Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 9:00 AM - 12 Noon and 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Nancie Wiseman
Price: $140 Members/$180 Non-Members
Skill Level: Beginner
Supplies to bring: Size 7, knitting needles and worsted weight yarn, about one skein
Description: Tired of knitting on the vertical and horizontal, want to learn a new direction? Knitting on the diagonal is an absolutely intriguing way to knit especially with some of the space dyed and multi-colored yarns available today. Adding texture to the knitting will also make it more interesting as the pattern stitches and rows are knit at a 45-degree angle. Nancie has developed a system where you always know where you are; no stitch gauge is necessary to create these unique and beautiful garments. This technique is featured in Nancie's new book, Knitted Sweaters for Every Season. Increases, decreases and shaping occur in a most unusual manner when worked on the diagonal. Learn all of the techniques needed to create armhole and neck shaping on the diagonal as you work through a small sampler of stitches and stitch patterns.
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T302K-Creative Knitting (Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 9:00 AM - 12 Noon and 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Valentina Devine
Price: $140 Members/$180 Non-Members
Skill Level: All Levels
Supplies to bring: Odd ball yarn, appropriate size knitting needles, crochet hook, darning needle
Description: Shed your fears about fiber, texture and most of all--gauge! Join Valentina to learn her secrets. The emphasis will be on knitting without a pattern. Discover how to combine linear shapes such as rectangles, squares and strips along with linear areas of colors. Combine with textures and embellishments and Voila! Explore simple shaping ideas for sweaters, coats and shawls, and you will quickly become a one-of-a-kind knitter.
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T303K-Foxglove Socks (Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 9:00 AM - 12 Noon and 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Cat Bordhi
Price: $140 Members/$180 Non-Members
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Several ounces of dk to worsted weight yarn for learning; needles of suitable size (may be dpn's, 2 circs, or 1 long circ); sock yarn and suitable needles for your "real" sock; blunt needle; markers A, B, C, and D, or 4 distinctive markers
Description: Learn your way around one of Cat's new styles of sock architecture by knitting a sweet baby-sized sock. Adult interpretations of the simple Foxglove architecture will also be shared. After this class, you'll be ready to easily design within the Foxglove Sock's exceptionally cooperative form.
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T304K-Love Is a Many Mitered Thing (Knitting)
Thursday, September 11, 2008 · 9:00 AM - 12 Noon and 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Candace Eisner Strick
Price: $140 Members/$180 Non-Members
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Worsted weight yarn in many different colors, appropriately sized needles, crochet hook the same size as needles
Description: Fall in love with mitered squares/diamonds and see how many different ways you can knit them and all the things you can make from them. You can even put holes in them!
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Friday Classes
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FF1K-Ribbing 101 (Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Instructor: Tosca Mark
Price: $25
Materials Fee: $1 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Beginner
Supplies to bring: none
Description: Tired of the same old ribbings? Liven up your projects with some different knit and purl combinations and other simple stitch variations. We will discuss elasticity considerations, how to choose a ribbing to enhance the body of your project and incorporate repeats to match-up at seams.
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FF2K-Textured Knitting 101 (Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Instructor: Tosca Mark
Price: $25
Materials Fee: $1 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Beginner
Supplies to bring: Optional: note taking materials
Description: Discover the excitement of creating textured fabrics. See how simple knit and purl stitches can liven up your projects. Learn how to work with pattern repeats and read stitch charts.
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FF3K-Selvedge Options (Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Instructor: Tosca Mark
Price: $25
Materials Fee: $1 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: All Levels
Supplies to bring: none
Description: Expand your repertoire of selvedge stitches. See how different types combined with placement and different execution of increases and decreases can change and enhance the appearance your projects. We will discuss considerations when choosing one method over another.
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Friday 3-Hour Morning Classes
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F100C-Design 1A Just Rectangles (Crochet or Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Nancy Nehring
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $5 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Beginner
Supplies to bring: Pencil/pen
Description: If you can knit or crochet a simple rectangle, you can design your own tops, vests, ponchos and sweaters! Designs covered include 2 panel vest, 3 panel vest with fold back lapel, 4 panel top, asymmetrical 1 rectangle poncho, 2 rectangle poncho, drop sleeve sweater with boat neck. Also covered: overview of increasing design complexity, sizing/ease, how yarn choice affects sizing. Best designs for complex stitch patterns and colorwork.
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F101K-Borderline Personalities or On The Edge (Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Lily Chin
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $1 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Swatches as prescribed by homework, set of double pointed needles same size as needles used in # 1 or 4 of homework, circular needles 1 or 2 sizes smaller, several other colors of worsted weight yarn, tapestry needle, crochet hooks of several sizes, scissors
Description: Borders and edgings differ from trims in that they are very often worked separately usually in a different direction. The main knitting is then picked up from this border or edging and worked upwards. This separation means more possibilities for variations of materials, gauge, stitch, etc. Then there's the problem of how to join the same border or edging along vertical sides, curved edges and garment tops. Get to know more possibilities for adding interest to knit garments or even "dressing up" store bought items with bits of knitting or novelty add-ons.
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F102K-Adapting Stitch Patterns for Circular Knitting (Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Arenda Holladay
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Graph paper and pencil, worsted weight yarn, size 7 dpns. (If the student prefers the "magic loop" method, they may bring circular needles instead.)
Description: We will discuss how to adapt a stitch pattern from a stitch dictionary for circular knitting. Stitch patterns are generally written for flat knitting. This skill will enable the knitter to design their own socks and hats. The class will include a basic sock and hat pattern which can be adapted to accomodate most stitch patterns.
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F103C-Celtic Lace Crochet--The Basics (Crochet)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Joan Davis
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $7 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Beginner
Supplies to bring: Basic crochet kit, measuring device (ruler or tape measure), notebook, fine yarn or fashion weight yarn/thread or size #5 crochet thread
Description: Celtic Lace crochet is a crossover technique based on the ancient art form from the Celts of Western Europe, who settled in the U.K. and along the Iberian Peninsula. You will learn to use these techniques to create new Celtic edgings and embellishments as well as how to create Celtic braids, arcs, loops, motifs and circles.
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F104C-Crochet in Bits and Pieces (Crochet)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Marty Miller
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $3 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: All Levels
Supplies to bring: Worsted weight yarns in colors that please you, an assortment of appropriate hooks (F, G, H, I, J, K)
Description: Crochet-on-the-go with portable, easy-to-carry pieces. Learn how to crochet without patterns using modules and easy-to-crochet shapes. Learn how to concentrate on the shape of what you want to make not the stitches you want to use. Learn many methods of making squares, circles, triangles, rectangles and other shapes and put them together to create one-of-a-kind, no-pattern-needed garments, afghans or other designs of your choice.
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F105K-Continental Knitting (Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Nancie Wiseman
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Skill Level: All Levels
Supplies to bring: Approximately 1/2 skein of worsted weight yarn (no fancy or novelties), circular or double pointed needles appropriate for yarn weight
Description: Continental Knitting is well known as a faster, more efficient way to knit. Utilized in parts of Europe as well as the United States, it is often envied by people who knit American Style. It is essential for Fair Isle Knitting when using two colors at a time, one in each hand. Knitting, purling, ribbing, decreases such as Knit 2 together and Slip, Slip, Knit and increases such as Knit in the front and the back of a stitch and Make One will be shown. Discuss when to use Continental Knitting as well as the value in learning the new technique.
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F106K-Intarsia Without Fear (Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Edie Eckman
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $.50 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: All Levels
Supplies to bring: Several colors of smooth worsted weight yarn, appropriate needles, tapestry needle, scissors
Description: Many knitters avoid patterns requiring blocks of color work fearing that the many different looks that can be achieved with this technique are too difficult. Not so! Intarsia and its baby cousin, duplicate stitch, will be conquered. Learn when to choose the intarsia method vs. fair-isle, how to avoid holes, how to handle multiple colors in a row and what to do with all those ends.
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F107C-Hallelujah Hero Feisty Fairy Doll (Crochet or Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Noreen Crone-Findlay
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $9 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Beginner
Supplies to bring: 1 oz/28 gm of your favorite color yarn, 1 skein embroidery floss in a contrasting color, scissors, thick craft glue, tapestry needle, a 6 inch square of origami or other decorative paper
Description: Have you (or someone you treasure) come through one of life's rough passages? Hallelujah! You (or they) are a hero! Make this feisty fairy pin doll to celebrate! And, if someone's still in a tough patch, then they definitely need one to remind them that they're a hero--even if they don't always feel feisty! This is a wonderful choice for youngster/adult pairs (both must be registered). All you need to take this workshop is to love working with yarn!
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F108K-Advanced Finishing (Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Margaret Fisher
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Homework swatches, yarn and needles used to make swatches, double pointed needles (recommended sizes: one set two sizes smaller than needles used to make swatches, one set four sizes smaller than needles used to make swatches), several yards of yarn in a contrasting color, tapestry needle, basic knitting accessories
Description: This class is for those who wish to go beyond the basics. It covers a variety of finishing topics: the tubular cast on and bind off, working short rows, grafting and duplicate stitch. Learn and practice a potpourri of useful techniques to advance your knitting and finishing skills.
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F109C-Single Crochet Entrelac Worked Flat Part I (New & Improved) (Crochet)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Joyce Renee Wyatt
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $4 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Worsted weight yarn in two colors, US size K crochet hook
Description: The inspiration for this class came from the knitting technique known as Entrelac, now re-created in single crochet stitches. Entrelac is worked using squares and triangles that resemble a quilted fabric with a basketweave look. Believe it or not, crocheters can master the technique without the use of Tunisian crochet aka: afghan stitch. In this, the first of a two-part class, you'll learn the basics of the Entrelac technique while working a flat piece using single crochet stitches. Once you understand the basics, you can use the technique with numerous colors to create beautiful quilt-look designs of your own making. In Part 2 of this class (F209C), you'll learn how to do this technique in the round.
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F110K-Beautiful Beaded Borders (Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Candace Eisner Strick
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $3 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Beginner
Supplies to bring: About 2 ounces of any fingering weight-light sport weight yarn and appropriately sized needles
Description: Learn how to make plain things special by adding a beaded border. Knit either vertically or horizontally, you can use beaded borders on anything from "A" to "Z". Try adding them to mitten cuffs, sweater bottom, necklines or sleeve edging, socks, hats, scarves and bags.
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F111K-Fully Fashioned and Fabulous (Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Melissa Leapman
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $2 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Five homework swatches with appropriate needles and yarn, scissors
Description: It's all in the details! Explore fun and easy ways to work garment shapings with style and finesse. Discover designer tricks which use full-fashion techniques with figure-flattering results!
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F112C-Crochet Intermeshing (Crochet)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Margaret Hubert
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $3 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: 2 contrasting colors of worsted weight yarn, a #8 or H crochet hook, tapestry needle, scissors, paper and pen for note taking
Description: Intermeshing is creating a crochet fabric using two colors layered and intermeshed together creating a heavier fabric. This fabric is suitable for bags, pillows, afghans and outerwear garments. Students will use the piece made in class to make a small bag.
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F113K-Any Which Way Knitting - Freeform Knitting Techniques (Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Jenny Dowde
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Skill Level: Beginner
Supplies to bring: Good variety of textured and plain yarns (small balls will be fine) in a color way of your choice (at least 6 different colours) plus US size 8 and 10 knitting needles, H/8 crochet hook and scissors
Description: Let your creative spirit soar! You will have total design freedom and you will learn to create fragments using many different techniques to texture and shape your work including using short rows to create gentle curves, various textured and other stitch ideas and add-on embellishments. Some basic crochet techniques may be used. You will also learn how to build fragments into an exciting and unique fabric using a template. No tension swatch rules apply to this method, making the possibilities endless!
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F114C-Reversible Bead Crochet Bracelet (Crochet)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 9:00 AM - Noon
Instructor: Darla Fanton
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $17 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: 1.65 - 1.75 mm steel crochet hooks, tape measure, scissors, optional - task light/magnifier
Description: It’s like two bracelets in one! Although crocheted in the round, when finished the bracelet flattens out to show two sides to its personality. You decide which will be on display each time you put it on. Either way your bracelet is edged with lovely contrasting beads. The kit comes pre-strung, so by the end of class you will be well on the way to completing your bracelet. Just a few more rounds to go, and then sew on the toggle clasp following the illustrated instructions in the kit.
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Friday 3-Hour Afternoon Classes
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F200C-Design 2A Edge Shaping (Crochet or Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Nancy Nehring
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $5 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Pencil/pen
Description: After you have mastered designing with rectangular pieces, learn to shape the edges with increases and decreases to improve fit of armholes, necklines, waists. Course covers shaped armholes and sleeve caps, neckline shaping, sleeve shaping, sizing/ease. Designs include Japanese jacket, sweaters with set-in sleeves, tops with various necklines, tapered, Dolman, batwing and kimono sleeves.
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F201K-Tips, Trick and Hints (Knitting) - Sold Out
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Lily Chin
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: All homework, extra dpn's, crochet hooks of various sizes, tapestry needles, extra circular needles, worsted wt. yarn of various light colors, maybe a shank button, dental floss (4", waxed preferred)
Description: Learn all the little secrets to make knitting life easier and better. Find out how to cast on in 2-tail method without running out of the second tail. Join a new skein of yarn or a new color without losing that first stitch. See ways of attaching buttons as you work. Create invisible circular bind offs on a neck where the beginning and end are absolutely imperceptible. Weave in those little ends that are too short to put through a darning needle. Take away lots of small fix-its and improve those details.
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F202K-Double Pickup for Bands (Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Arenda Holladay
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $5 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Light colored worsted weight wool, size 7 circular needle (or appropriate size), size 3 or 4 circular needle
Description: This class will discuss the technique of double pickup along necklines, armholes and button band. You can use this technique to make a garment reversible as there is no wrong side for the pickup edge. It also gives a much more professional look to any garment.
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F203C-Paisleys That Pop! (Crochet)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Joan Davis
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $7 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Beginner
Supplies to bring: crochet kit, markers, notebook, ruler, Class 3 or Class 4 yarns in various colors, one or two skeins of novelty yarns, beads appropriate to yarn
Description: Paisley patterns are in all the trends. Don't be left out! Learn to create quick and easy crochet paisley patterns. You can use the paisley patterns for decorations, motifs and embellishments. Five paisley pattern variations will be taught.
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F204C-Design Your Own Stitch Pattern (Crochet)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Marty Miller
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $3 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Smooth worsted weight yarns and appropriate sized hooks G through K
Description: Yes--you can be a designer too. Learn (or practice) a few stitch patterns, and discuss how to change them to make them uniquely your own. You will learn how the size of certain stitches affects your pattern, how you can increase or decrease the size of the pattern, how you can incorporate shaping into your pattern and many other variations that you can use.
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F205K-Knitting With Wire (Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Nancie Wiseman
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $6 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: All Levels
Supplies to bring: Size 5 wooden or bamboo needles, wire cutters
Description: Knitting with copper wire can be an extremely interesting way to create artful knitting. The wire is really easy to knit with, and the finer the gauge, the easier the wire is to work with. Creating home decor items or jewelry is simple with the wire and a few basic tools and supplies that we don't normally carry in our knitting bags. You will knit a bracelet or a small piece of jewelry using the wire. The techniques for finishing off the wire, adding in new wire and creating shapes will be covered.
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F206K-Knitting Disasters & Other Opportunities (Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Edie Eckman
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $.25 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: All Levels
Supplies to bring: Optional: worsted or sport-weight yarn and needles
Description: Almost everyone has at least one UFO (unfinished object) languishing in a closet because of problems with technique, pattern, fit, color or yarn. Many times, these "disasters" can be turned into opportunities to create something special. Learn to avoid/correct the most common mistakes, deal with yarn shortages or dye lot problems, repair holes and recycle yarn. Bring the worst of your problems to class and - drawing on Edie's years of experience with personal knitting disasters - we will brainstorm solutions.
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F207C-Crocheted Random Lace Clutch Style Bag (Crochet)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Noreen Crone-Findlay
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Skill Level: Beginner
Supplies to bring: Scissors, a very fine steel crochet hook, a size G or H crochet hook, sewing needle and thread, yarn, embroidery floss or crochet cotton/thread, buttons, charms, beads, 50-100 safety pins. Optional: motifs, swatches, lace trim, doilies, etc. Please bring an 18 inch square of fleece fabric.
Description: Make a one of a kind, gorgeous clutch bag in an amazingly easy but spectacular lace technique using thread or yarn. This is a great way to bring together old pieces of crochet and lace, swatches and motifs to create a unique bag that you'll treasure forever. You'll be amazed how easy it is to create 'Random Lace', a free form lace technique that has its roots in Irish crochet.
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F208K-Seven Things That Can "Make or Break" a Sweater(TM) (Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Margaret Fisher
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Skill Level: Beginner
Supplies to bring: Homework swatches, needles and yarn used to make swatches (smooth, light colored worsted weight yarn and appropriate needles), basic knitting accessories
Description: Learn seven things that will make a big difference in the appearance of your sweaters. The smallest details can have a huge impact - increasing in ribbing, bumpy or smooth cast on edge, slanting decreases, invisible increases, perfect buttonholes, flat edgings and blocking. You will learn about all of these things while you practice and receive lots of tips and hints. Since you are going to spend hours making a garment, you'll want to use these techniques to make even the simplest sweater look marvelous.
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F209C-Single Crochet Entrelac in the Round Part II (Crochet)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Joyce Renee Wyatt
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $4 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Worsted weight yarn in two contrasting colors (please do not use dark colors), US size K crochet hook
Description: Entrelac is a technique used by knitters, made using stockinette or garter stitch squares that look like basketweave or interwoven strips. You may use one color or as many colors as you like. Guess what!! Crocheters can now achieve the entrelac look using the single crochet stitch. Single crochet entrelac in the round is worked in four steps.
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F210K-The Art of Knitting Backwards & How It Applies To Edging (Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Candace Eisner Strick
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Skill Level: Intermediate
Supplies to bring: Yarn from homework swatch and appropriately sized dp needles, same size circular (any length), plus a small amount of worsted weight yarn and appropriately sized dp needles
Description: Learn how to knit and purl backwards and how to apply this technique to the task of working an applied edging (i.e.: not turning work, and those edgings are usually worked on about 6 stitches!) You will practice knitting and purling backwards, then apply an edging with an incredible mitered corner.
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F211K-Celtic Cables (Knitting)
Friday, September 12, 2008 · 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Instructor: Melissa Leapman
Price: $70 Members/$90 Non-Members
Materials Fee: $2 Please pay instructor on site.
Skill Level: Advanced
Supplies to bring: Three homework swatches, smooth worsted weight yarn in light colors, appropriate knitting needles, two size 6 double-pointed needles, graph paper (4 or 5 squares to the inch), pencil
Description: Learn how to use basic cabling techniques to create Celtic inspired panels and motifs. (Shhhh, don't tell anyone, but these gorgeous cables are much easier to knit than they look!)
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