Knit-O-Matic Classes Spring/Summer 2008
Beginner Knitting Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: absolute beginner
Monday Apr28 & May 5, 6:30-8pm both nights
Tuesday May 27 & June 3, 6:30-8pm both nights
Monday June 23 & 30, 6:30-8pm both nights
Tuesday July 22 & 29, 6:30-8pm both nights
Monday August 18 & 25, 6:30-8pm both nights
You'll learn all the basics: how to knit, purl, put stitches on your needle (cast on), finish up (cast off), change yarn in the middle of your project, weave in your ends, and how to read the information that comes on a ball of yarn. You should be able to make a scarf in this class (but you have to do your homework, so get ready to spend a few hours of down time working on your 'assignment' in front of the TV).
Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
$55 + tax (includes materials).
NEW Autumn Beret Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: intermediate-beginner
Tuesday August 19 & 26, 6:30-8pm both nights
To get a jump on the fall season, try this hat class on for size. Here you’ll learn all the usual hat basics—knitting in the round, knitting with double pointed needles, increasing and decreasing, navigating a hat pattern--plus how to shape the crown for a stylish tam, and how to make an I-cord knot (optional).
You must know how to cast-on, cast off, knit, purl and read a basic knitting pattern for this class.
Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
- $75 + tax (includes materials
Felted Ballet Slippers Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: intermediate-beginner
(check our upcoming fall/winter schedule or contact us to book a private class)
Find out why felting is so addictive! Learn how to shape a slipper and how to wet-felt in one fell swoop! You'll follow a pattern, use circular needles, increase and decrease stitches, pick up stitches, and find out why I call my washing machine “the Felter”.
You must know how to knit, purl, cast-on & cast off for this class; knowing how to use circular needles is an asset.
Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
$80 + tax (includes materials)
Skill Level: advanced-beginner
Monday July 21 & 28, 6:30-8pm both nights
Socks seem hard, but they don't have to be. While you make your sock, you'll follow a pattern, use double pointed needles, increase, decrease and pick up and wrap stitches. You’ll also shape a toe without complicated grafting and turn a professional looking heel without the usual math. It doesn’t get any easier! You must know how to knit, purl, cast-on & off for this class.
Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
$80 + tax (includes materials)
NEW Diamond Lace Scarf Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: intermediate
Tuesday May 13 & 20, 6:30-8pm both nights
Lace is pretty, impressive and simpler than you think! While you fashion this beautiful scarf, you’ll learn lace basics, how to follow a lace pattern and chart, and many useful tricks to bring to your next project.
You must know how to cast-on, knit, purl and read a basic knitting pattern
Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
$55 + tax (includes materials)
NEW Knitted Shrug Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: intermediate
Monday June 9 & 16, 6-8pm both nights
An excellent way to get your sweater feet wet! In this workshop you’ll make a simple neck-down shrug that you can customize to fit your desires. Along the way you’ll learn the basics of shaping a raglan sweater, knitting sleeves, how to read a pattern, and simple finishing techniques. With this under your belt, you’ll have the courage to tackle that big pullover you’ve been dying to make.
Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
$125 + tax (includes materials)
NEW Knitted Toy Workshop Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: beginner/intermediate
Tuesday Apr 29 & May 6, 6:30-8pm both nights
Make an adorable stuffed animal for your child or grandchild while learning the basics of shaping (increasing and decreasing) and the techniques of finishing (esp. top stitching). An excellent way to make two birds with one stone!
You should know how to knit, purl, cast on and off.
$55 + tax (includes materials)
Beginner Crochet Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: absolute beginner!
Monday May12 & 19, 6:30-8pm both nights
Tuesday June 10 & 17, 6:30-8pm both nights
Monday July 7 & 14, 6:30-8pm both nights
Tuesday August 5 & 12, 6:30-8pm both nights
Crochet is fast, easy and becoming very popular. You'll learn all the basics: how to make a chain, the foundation stitches (single crochet, double crochet, treble crochet, slip stitch), how to follow a crochet pattern and read the information on a ball of yarn. You should be able to make a scarf after this class and if we have time (depending on student progress) a granny square or a crocheted flower.
Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks.
$55 + tax (includes materials).
NEW Crocheted Sun Hat Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: beginner
Monday May 26 & June 2, 6:30pm-8pm both nights
A great way to practice your beginner skills and acquire a few new ones. This workshop will teach you how to read a pattern, crochet in the round, increase & decrease, shape a dome and a brim, plus a few tricks of the trade to make sure this hat won’t blow off at the beach.
Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
$55 + tax (includes materials)
NEW Crocheted Sunrise Shrug Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: beginner/intermediate
Tuesday June 24, July 8, & July 15 6:30-8pm all nights
If you’ve been looking to step it up a notch, then this is the class for you! Improve your crochet skills while you make this beautiful accessory, perfect for spring and cool summer nights. This workshop will instruct you on how to crochet in the round (a semi-circle in this case), how to shape raglan sleeves, how to mix up your stitches creatively, and how to custom fit with just the right increasing and decreasing.
Class consists of 3 sessions
$ 100 + tax (materials included)
NEW Cutie Booties and Baby Hat (Crocheted)
Skill Level: beginner/intermediate
Monday August 4 &11, 6:30-8pm both nights
With that adorable little someone in mind, this class will show you how to make a matching set of baby booties and hat for a newborn. You will add to your skill set by working in the round, shaping a dome, and turning a pint-size heel. And so cute you may not want to wait for the baby to make them.
Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
$65 + tax (materials included)
Private Classes
Monday to Friday, 12pm to 4pm,
By appointment only--$10/ hour + materials & tax
