Classes

Kirkwood Knittery

10724 Manchester Rd. St. Louis, MO 63122

314-822-7222 www.kirkwoodknittery.com

Classes February – April 2012

 

Beginner Knitting

Classes are 2 consecutive Saturdays or Sundays or Mondays, Fee: $45 (materials not included)

Learn to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off – all the skills needed to start you on your knitting adventure! You’ll learn the garter, stockinette, and ribbing stitch patterns which can be used on their own, or combined to make a sampler stitch scarf.

 

SATURDAYS	SUNDAYS	MONDAYS
March 17 and 24 10:30-12:30pm	April 29 and May 6 1-3pm	April 9 and 16 1-3pm
May 19 and 26 10-12noon		April 23 and 30 1-3pm
June 11 and 18 10:30-12:30pm		May 7 and 14 1-3pm

 

Beginner Crochet

Sundays, May 20 and 27 1:00-3:00pm, Fee: $45 (materials not included)

Learn the basic stitches of crochet (chain, single, double, half-double, and treble crochet), and how to combine them into simple stitch patterns which can be used on their own or combined to make a sampler stitch scarf.

Crochet Cowl

Tuesday, February 28, 1:00-3:00pm, Fee: $30

Learn to make the Configurations Cowl, at the same time learning how to read a pattern and adjust sizing. This cowl looks great in a long color changing yarn, such as Noro, or in solids of your favorite color.

Crochet Motifs Purse

Sundays, June 3 and 10, 10:30- 12:30pm, Fee: $45 (materials not included)

Modular, crochet blocks, circles and triangles combine to make clever garments and afghans. These are not only your old-fashioned granny squares; these are fashion-forward fiber pieces which will change the way you think about crochet. Must know basic crochet stitches.

 

Alterknitting

Saturday, March 17 1:00-4:00pm, Fee: $35

English, Continental, Norwegian and Portuguese knitters all devised a different method of creating the same knit and purl stitches. Why would you want to know more than one method? Ribbing and Seed Stitch are a breeze in Portuguese. Fair Isle flies off the needles with a combination of English and Continental. The Norwegian purl is just plain fun to show off! Also, being able to change styles helps prevent repetitive stress injuries. Must be able to knit and purl in one method currently.

 

Super Socks I

Sundays, March 4, 11, 18 and 25 10:30-11:30am, Fee: $45

Basic sock construction technique, from the cuff down. Choose your favorite circular method (double pointed or circular needles) to make this worsted-weight house sock. Must know how to knit, purl, and read your stitches. Pattern included in class fee.

 

Super Socks II

Sundays, April 15, 22, 29, and May 6 10:30-11:30am Fee: $45

For the more advanced sock knitter, this class uses sock-weight yarn, and a more challenging design to increase your skills. We’ll also discuss custom fitting techniques for comfortable heels and toes. Must have completed at least 1 sock.

 

Scarves – Beyond Garter Stitch and Ribbing

Tuesdays, March 13, 20 and 27, noon-1:30pm Fee: $45

Three scarves, three new techniques for the new knitter ready for new knitting delights. You’ll learn how to read patterns and charts, how to add repeats to change the size of your scarf, and how to choose the perfect yarn for each technique. This class introduces you to lace, cables, and surface textures. Must be able to knit, purl, and read your stitches.

 

Color My World Weekend (sign up for both days and receive a $15 Gift Certificate)

Thinking Out of the Crayon Box Saturday March 31 1:00-4:00pm Fee: $35

Knit by Numbers Sunday April 1 9:00am-noon Fee: $35

Saturday’s class focuses on the color wheel, choosing complementary colors, and combining colors in stripes to jazz up that simple pattern. How to join colors in garter, stockinette and ribbing, and making jogless joins in the round will also be covered. In addition, you’ll learn the basics of mosaic color patterns, which may soon become your new favorite style.

On Sunday the color work intensifies to Fair Isle (stranded) knitting, and Intarsia. Take advantage of these techniques to paint with yarn. Must be able to knit, purl, and have worked in the round.

 

Criss-Cross (Cables in-depth)

Saturdays, April 21 and 28, 9:00-noon Fee: $35 per session (take both and receive a $15 Gift Certificate)

This two-part class may be taken individually, or both sessions to suit the needs of every knitter who wants to learn cables. Session I teaches the basics of cables, including reading patterns and charts, how to count your rows, and the most common cable patterns. In Session II you will build on those skills, and work more intricate and entwined cable patterns, as well as learning to cable without a needle. Must know how to knit and purl and read your stitches.

 

 

CLASS POLICIES

Class space is limited. To reserve your space, class fee must be paid in full. Class fees are non-refundable. We offer classes for all skill levels, but not every class is designed for every level. To ensure that everybody gets the most out of the class, please respect the skill requirements listed for each class. If you feel you need a brush-up on your skills prior to the class or need extra help outside of class, please schedule a private lesson. When classes are offered outside regular store hours, the store will open 15 minutes before class start time. Please be respectful of your fellow students and turn cell phones off during class. To enable everyone to focus in class, please do not bring children with you.