July 2023 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. At this time, masks are optional inside the classroom; please be mindful of our shared space. Hybrid and virtual classes include a class recording.


 

SOLD OUT- Rose That Grew From Concrete Shawl HYBRID

July 1, 22, August 5, 1 pm- 3 pm, $90

Knit this beautiful shawl from Mara Licole Knits, and learn some great new knitting techniques. This DK weight shawl features intricate lace, bobbles, and stripes. We will also learn an applied border bind off, and knitting in reverse. Students should confidently knit from a pattern and have some experience with basic lace knitting (yarn-overs and increase/decreases).

Instructor: Amie Palmer

Materials:

Pattern for the Rose That Grew from Concrete by Mara Licole Knits (paper copy or PDF from the designer)

DK weight yarn in three contrasting colors- MC 352 yd, CC1 252 yd, CC2 40 yd

US 7/4.5 mm circular needle, at least 32"

Crochet hook in a similar size (does not need to be exact)

Tapestry Needle


CANCELLED - Sew Your Own: Arthur Pants

July 2, 9, + 16, 3-6 pm, $135


-Learn to Sew: Pillowcase IN PERSON

July 16, 11-2 $45

In this class, students will learn all the basic steps to sewing by machine, including how to set up the machine, adjust the settings, change a needle, wind a bobbin, and sew straight lines, as well as finishing with French seams. Students will sew a pillowcase for a standard bed pillow. Machines are available to rent if you don't have your own.

Instructor: Amy Edler

Required Materials:

3/4 yd light cotton fabric, prewashed;

1/4 yd contrasting light cotton fabric, prewashed;

Coordinating thread


-Getting to Know Your Serger IN PERSON

July 23, 11-2, $45

Learn how to set up and operate your serger for adding speed and high-end finishing to your sewing projects. Once you get to know your serger, you can finish seams, sew with knits, and reduce bulky hems with confidence!

Instructor: Amy Edler

Required Materials:

Your Serger and Manual (or reserve one of ours);

4 cones of thread;

1/2 yard each, knit and woven fabric for sample stitching


Knit Skills: Top-Down Socks HYBRID

Patterning sock yarn works great for this technique!

July 8, 15 + 22, 10am-12pm, $90

Get started on your sock knitting adventure with this classic sock! We'll start with a super-stretchy cast-on at the cuff, and learn all the basics of sock knitting, including afterthought heels and magic loop. Students should confidently knit and purl on small needles.

Instructor: Amie Palmer

Required Materials:

40" US Size 1 needles (or size needed to get 8 stitches/inch)

100g fingering weight yarn

~20 g of contrasting fingering weight yarn for cuffs, heels and toes

~1 yard of high contrast fingering weight waste yarn

Tapestry needle appropriately sized for sock weight yarn

Pattern will be emailed to registered students and is included in the class


CANCELLED - Knit Skills: Argyle Socks

July 8, 15, 29, August 12 + 19, 1-3 PM, $150


Knit Skills: Socks in a Weekend HYBRID

July 8, 3:30-5:30 pm + July 9, 12:30-2:30 pm, $60

Turn your sock tube into a pair (or two!) of socks! Sock tubes, cranked on a circular knitting machine, eliminate the stockinette portion of knitting socks and get those socks on your feet faster! In the class we’ll cover inserting needles into work to catch live stitches, cutting knitting, afterthought heels, and tips to make socks identical. Students must have experience knitting socks.

Note - this class has "homework" before class begins. Students must select their yarn and leave it at the shop for me to crank into a tube by July 2. Students may choose to have their tubes cranked with 60, 64, or 72 stitches.

Instructor: Rachel Offerdahl

Materials:

-One skein of sock yarn left at the shop. The yarn will be returned to students as a sock tube at the first class.

-Approximately 20g of sock yarn in a contrasting color

-TWO sets of sock needles in your preferred style (DPNs or longer needles for magic loop - if students aren’t sure which they prefer, they may bring one set of each style). Students should use the size they prefer for knitting socks - generally a US 1, 1.5, or 2.

-Basic knitting kit including scissors, darning needle, and removable stitch markers

* Optional - a pair of hand knit socks to use as a model for the pair from your tube


Woven Wall Hangings

July 13, 20, + 27, 6-8 pm, $90

Learn foundational weaving techniques on a frame loom. Basic stitches including tabby, twining, soumak and rya knots. From warping the loom to finishing the weave. Beautiful, unique art and the skills to create more!

Instructor: Jillian Lea

Supply list:

Frame loom, around 12-14 x 16-20 inches

Yarn of at least 3 different colors and textures. Chunkier yarn weaves up faster.

Weaving needle(s)

Weaving comb (hair combs work well for this)

Warp thread: Thin cotton string or twine for warping the loom. White is typically used but colors work as well!

Scissors

A rod for hanging. I like to use driftwood, but other options include wooden dowels, copper rods, knitting needles--anything slightly wider than your weaving that you can hang your project from.


Sewing Sessions IN PERSON

July 14, 5-7 pm $30

Instructor: Amy Edler

Ready to build your skills, try something new, or get out of the house & chat with other sewing folk? Join instructor Amy Edler for support & guidance in this 2-hour group sewing workshop. Bring a project, ask questions and brainstorm new ideas. Must be comfortable setting up a machine & working independently. Use of our classroom equipment included (machine, iron, scissors, etc) or BYO favorite tools.

Instructor will review your project to ensure this workshop is the right fit.


Kids’ Sewing Camp IN PERSON

July 17-21, 9 am- 1 pm, $295

Join us for a learn-to-sew camp for kids aged 8 - 12! Campers will learn how to set up a sewing machine and will make several projects - learning how to sew straight lines and curves, safe pinning & cutting, how to read a sewing pattern and so much more. A sewing kit is included, as are all the patterns & fabric used for projects. Bags, pillows, quilts and a garment project will take campers from youngling to padawan in no time flat!

Instructor: Shaerie Mead

Bring your own machine (please make sure it has been serviced prior to class) or rent a classroom machine.

Sewing kit included with class:

Fabric shears, glass head pins & pincushion, tailor’s chalk, seam ripper.

Please bring water and a snack.


Knit Skills: Minimalist Cable Cardigan HYBRID

July 29, August 5, 12, 19, September 30, October 7 + 14, $210

Image via the designer

This classic design will fill a gap in your wardrobe, and cover a range of intermediate sweater knitting skills! We'll cover cables, short rows, picking up stitches, and seaming as well as sizing and fit alterations. This sweater is knit in pieces and seamed, and includes two lengths and sleeve variations. Students should be able to confidently knit from a pattern including, knits, purls, increases, and decreases.

Instructor: Amie Palmer

Supplies:

Pattern for the Minimalist Cable Cardigan by Carina Spencer (pdf from the designer or paper copy)

DK weight yarn for your size and length

US 7/4.5 mm in 36", 16" and DPN (or preferred method for small circumference knitting

US 6/4 mm in 24"

US 5/3.75 mm in 16"

US 3/3.25 mm in 36" and DPN

Cable Needle

Tapestry Needle

Stitch markers of any style

One removable stitch marker

3-5 buttons ~ 5/8-1" depending on length


Work In Progress Knitting Help IN PERSON

July 7, 14, 21, 28, 1-3 pm, $30

We've all got a knitting Work In Progress that could use some help! Join knitting instructor Amie Palmer most Fridays for guidance! If you've taken a class with Amie, or a knitting class at Freeman's Creative, come work on your projects with guidance and support. This is an ongoing series for students who are starting, working on, or need help completing projects. If you have any questions about the class format, or whether your project is appropriate for this class, please contact the shop.