December 2021 Classes

Classes will state if they are IN PERSON, VIRTUAL, or HYBRID. Hybrid classes will allow for both in person or remote attendance. You will receive the Zoom link with registration for virtual and hybrid classes.

VACCINATION REQUIRED for in-person attendance. Masks must be worn at all times inside the shop and classroom. Hybrid and virtual classes include a class recording.

Basic Brioche Cowl HYBRID CLASS

Saturday, December 4 + 11, 1-3 PM $60

Learn the basics of two-color Brioche knitting in this 2-session class. We will learn Twisted German cast on, brioche knit and brioche purl, and other fundamentals of brioche knitting while making the Basic Brioche Cowl from Daisy & Clover Design. Students should be comfortable knitting and purling in the round.

**Instructor: Amie Palmer**

Required Materials:

Basic Brioche Cowl pattern (free PDF on Ravelry or email);

16" Circular Needles, Sz 11;

2 contrasting colors of bulky yarn such as Mecha, Eco +, or Cascade 128 (~130 yd each)

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/basic-brioche-cowl-3

Knit Skills: Colorwork Hat HYBRID CLASS

Saturdays December 4, 11, + 18, 10 am-12 pm, $90

Learn the basics of colorwork while knitting the ESP hat from the new book Moon + Turtle. We'll learn a tubular version of the Italian cast-on, reading colorwork charts, trapping floats, and centered double decreases (plus pom-pom tips and tricks!) Students should be comfortable knitting and purling in the round. Pattern includes 3 sizes and 3 brim options.

Instructor: Amie Palmer

Pattern is in the book Moon + Turtle

Three colors of DK weight yarn

Yarn A: approx. 85 (90, 95)m / 90 (100, 105)yds
Yarn B: approx 70 (75, 80)m / 75 (80, 90)yds
Yarn C: approx. 55 (60, 65)m / 60 (65, 70)yds

Gauge: 24 sts & 26 rows = 10cm / 4” over colourwork pattern on 3.75mm needles, after blocking.
27 sts & 34 rows = 10cm / 4” over 1x1 Rib pattern on 3.25mm needles, unstretched after blocking.

Needles: 3.25mm / US 3 straight needles (optional for Tubular Cast-On set up rows), and / or circular needle, 40cm / 16” length
3.75mm / US 5 circular needle, 40cm / 16” length AND needles suitable for working small circumferences in the round
Always use a needle size that will result in the correct gauge after blocking.

Notions: 1 stitch marker, tapestry needle, pom pom maker (optional)

Sewing with Knits: Toaster Sweater HYBRID CLASS

Sunday, December 5 + 12, 10 am- 1 pm, $90

Class Description: The Toaster Sweater by Sew House Seven is just what you want to snuggle into for the holiday season! We’ll be making version #1 in class – a raglan sleeve with a high neck and bands to finish the wrists and hems. It’s a simple shape for those who would like to explore sewing knit garments on their sewing machine – no serger needed. In the first class, we’ll look at the fit then pin & cut our fabric. And then it is all about construction – learn which stitches on your machine work best for your fabric. We’ll also go over single fold hems if you choose not to add bands to your sweater, and time allowing we will discuss version #2.

Please come to class with your fabric washed, dried and pressed if needed. Machines are also needed in the first class as we will be experimenting with stitches on scraps.

Instructor: Shaerie Mead

Equipment Needed: sewing machine with zig-zag options, iron, ironing board, pressing ham, press cloth. For lengthening/shortening pattern: extra paper and clear tape.

Supply List

Toaster Sweater paper pattern or assembled PDF, by Sew House Seven

Paper scissors

Medium weight knit fabric - natural fibers preferred - in the yardage for your size and view. French terry and lighter sweatshirt fleece are ideal!

Matching 100% polyester thread

80/12 or 90/14 ball point or jersey machine needle – a new one for this class

Pressing Ham (optional but fabulous)

Basic Sewing Kit: sharp fabric shears, 2 x 18” clear ruler, tape measure, glass head pins, seam gauge, seam ripper.

FIRST CLASS

Pattern Envelope: fashion pic, versions, fabric suggestions, notions (sundries) & tools. Body measurements, yardage requirements, finished garment measurements.

 Finding size by bust measurement – check hip (can grade between sizes) and length. Check sleeve length.

Three different fabric layouts for one project.

 Pin & cut, then set up machine to practice SEAMS and HEMS on some scraps.

 SECOND CLASS

Raglan seams, neck band, side seams, cuffs (or optional hems), bottom band.

EVENTS:

Small Business Saturday Maker’s Market

Saturday, November 27 from 12-5 pm

Join us for a small Maker’s Market with some of our favorite local vendors:

Frankly Crafted- Embroidered Art and Handsewn gifts

Amber’s Handcrafts and Herbs- Herbal products

Red Weasel Ceramics- Mugs and ceramic items

Jillian Lea Makery- Handprinted paper goods

Anna Wallace Made- Ceramic and textile arts

Roberta Wallace Art- Handsewn homegoods and art

THESE ARE OUTDOOR EVENTS. Please wear a mask when making transactions, or closer than 6 feet to anyone outside your party. We have many members of our community with heightened health and safety concerns. Please be respectful of everyone’s space.

Upcoming:

-The Plateau Jogger

-Learn to Knit: One Washcloth at a Time

-Intro to Machine Sewing

-My First Sweater: The Ramona Cardigan