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1 get in touch with your inner knitter 2015 Winter Classes January - April recommended skill levels beginners advanced beginners intermediate advanced To sign up, please call or stop by the shop Main Street Grand Junction, CO Photos of class projects can be found on our website Class Policies and Standard Supplies Classes size is limited, so please call ahead or come into the store to register. To reserve your space, full payment for the class is due at the time you register. If you need to cancel, this must be done 7 days prior to the class in order to receive a refund in the form of store credit. A full refund in the form of the original payment will be provided in the event the class is cancelled by Tangle or we can sign you up for a different class. Our limited space makes it impossible to provide for children during classes. All classes are for ages 16+ unless otherwise specified. If you need additional assistance to complete the class project, private instruction is available at $20.00 per hour and should be scheduled with your teacher. Class members receive a 10% discount on all materials bought on class day or in preparation for a class. We respectfully request that you purchase class supplies at Tangle. Please make your purchases prior to the beginning of your class. STANDArd supplies sewing classes Sewing machine in good working order with manual, power cord and foot pedal. Extra needles, feet and bobbins for your sewing machine Seam ripper, sharp scissors, measuring tape, pins, hand sewing needles, fabric marking pen or pencil, new thread to match project, sewing gauge. Fabric should be pre-washed, dried and pressed before class. Quilting fabric should not be pre-washed. knitting classes Scissors Tapestry Needle Stitch Markers Tape Measure crochet classes Scissors Tapestry Needle Split Ring Stitch Markers Tape Measure weaving classes Schacht Rigid Heddle loom 20 or bigger. Rental for any one day class is $5, $10 for 2 days. Non-retractable 60 tape measure Scarves will be approximately 8 wide and 70 long with 6 fringe. If fringe is not desired there will be a demonstration on sewing ends with a sewing machine. Towels can be for kitchen use or face towels. They will be approximately 18 x 25 and will need to be hemmed by hand or on the sewing machine. Schacht looms are available to order through Tangle and all class participants will be given a $20 off coupon to use towards the purchase of a loom.

2 January Sewing andquilting sewing 101 {intro to your machine} Wednesday, 1/7, 6-9pm Come learn sewing machine basics. Topics include needles, threading, bobbin winding, stitch width and length, how various feet are used and minor cleaning. Bring: Your sewing machine and manual. Thread, extra bobbin, size 80/12 sewing machine needles. sewing 101 {pillowcase} Wednesday, 1/14, 6-9pm Learn how to cut material, follow a simple pattern & sew french seams. Bring: Standard Sewing Supplies (see back), 7/8 yard for main fabric, 3/8yard for cuff, 1/8 yard for cuff, thread to match. piecing 101 Wednesday, 1/28, 6-9pm $28, fabric included Learn how to cut your fabric correctly, get an accurate 1/4" seam, and much more. This class is a must for those learning to quilt and a prerequisite to all of our other quilting classes. Bring: Basic sewing supplies, you may use our rulers, mats and rotary cutters. You will choose your fabric during class. Prerequisite: Students must have some familiarity with their sewing machine. If you've never sewn, we recommend taking intro to sewing machine first. Embroidery 101 {tea towel} Saturday, 1/17, 9:30am-12:30pm $28 Instructor: Starla Rockert Come learn the basics of embroidery in this class. We will practice 5 of the most common stitches, iron transfer a pattern, and then stitch up an adorable tea towel. Bring: The Tangle Embroidery Kit Embroidery pillowcase piecing tea towel

3 January Embroidery Embroidery 201 {valentine s towel with beads} Saturday, 1/24, 9:30am-12:30pm $28 Instructor: Starla Rockert Make a cute little heart designed towel for Valentine's Day. We will use Tangle's super-easy toweling by the yard, machine hem it, embellish it with rick-rack and use stitches including the pearl stitch, French knots, blanket flower, & bead stitching. Class includes pattern and beads. Bring: 3/4 yard toweling, rick-rack, floss, iron-on transfer pencil, and basic embroidery supplies including needles, scissors & hoop. Prerequisite: Beginning Embroidery or basic embroidery skills Knitting intro to knitting Saturdays, 1/10 and 1/17, 2-4pm $34 Instructor: Amy Lentz Learn to knit For brand new beginners or those wanting a refresher course in the basics. Bring: Size 11 needles for a scarf or size 9 needles for fingerless mittens. 1 ball Noro Obi building blocks part 2 Tuesdays, 1/6, 2/3 & 3/3, 6-8pm $20 per session or $54 for all three. Instructor: Carrie Fleming and Kim Sutherland Start with the basics and learn all kinds of stitch techniques as you create an afghan, one block at a time. This is truly a great project to build your skills. Bring: Building blocks booklet, Cascade 220 Superwash (if you choose to make an entire afghan we recommend buying all of your yarn at once to ensure the same dye lot.) cabled arm warmers Wednesdays, 1/7 6-8pm, 1/21 6-8pm & 2/4 6-7pm $40 Instructor: Christina Caspari Armwarmers knitted FLAT Then seamed. Learn to cable and to make the right edging for easy seaming. Bring: 1 ball Debbie Bliss Fine Donegal, Needles US 2-3, cable needle, markers, Debbie Bliss Booklet for Fine Donegal Tweed Before class: Please knit a 4x4 swatch and make sure you have the correct gauge. valentine s intro to Towel Knitting cabled arm warmers building blocks 2

4 January Knitting intro to hats {2 hour hat} Thursdays, 1/8 & 1/15, 7-9pm Instructor: Jackie Vlcek A fun project that knits up in a snap The perfect follow-up class to Beginning Knitting. Learn to knit in the round, decrease and use double pointed needles. Bring: One skein (100g) of bulky weight, thick & thin yarn such as Luna Grey Fiber Arts "Titan" 16" US#15 Circular Needle, US#15 DPN s, tapestry needle, stitch marker Must know: How to cast on. How to do the knit stitch. brushed suri tunic Saturdays,1/10, 1/24 & 2/7, 1-3pm $60, pattern included Instructor: Shirley Boyce Knit a warm, soft and comfortable tunic. Learn techniques for working with this type of yarn--firm cast on, shoulder join and side seams. Bring: Blue Sky Brushed Suri - enough needed for your size, Needles of size to obtain gauge, standard knitting supplies Before Class: Knit a 5x5 swatch, make sure you get your gauge. Bring your swatch to class. ufo s {unfinished projects} Sunday, 1/11 call the shop to schedule your 1hour block $15/hour Instructor: Shirley Boyce Need help getting back on track with a knitting project? This session is for you. Bring: Bring project, yarn, needles and pattern prairie boots Tuesdays, 1/13 & 1/20, 7-9 pm $44, includes pattern Instructor: Peg Wood These comfy Prairie Boots Slippers are fun to watch come together. They can be worn two ways - tall or short and they make great gifts Bring: Ushya, 2 skeins mc for small and medium, 3 skeins mc for large and x-large. 1 skein cc (for sole of boot).#9 straight or circular to knit sole, Two sets #10 circ, any length or size to obtain gauge.12 buttons, Suede soles or puff paint (optional) 3 2 hour hat brushed suri Tunic Prairie Boots

5 January Knitting baby sweater Tuesdays, 1/20 &1/27, 7-9 pm $42, pattern included Instructor: Amy Lentz This sweet baby hoodie comes in sizes 3 months up to 24 months. Choose your size and color and learn several new techniques along the way. Bring: Two skeins Cascade 128 Superwash, one 16" circular needle in size 10, one set size 10 DPNs, stitch markers, stitch holders or waste yarn. my first sweater Wednesdays, 1/7, 1/14 & 1/21, 10am-12pm $59, pattern included Instructor: Cinder Gardner If you can knit and purl you can make an amazing first sweater you will love to wear. This is a topdown design that's makes up very quickly and is great for the beginner knitter who wants to expand their skills. Bring: yards of super bulky weight yarn (we used Ushya), 29 inch circular needle size 17, Double pointed needles size 17, 16inch circular needles size 15, Scrap yarn, 5 stitch markers, 4 of one color and one a different color. baby sweater my 1st sweater Crochet crochet 101 {face cloth} Saturday, 1/24, 10am-12:30pm $24 Beginning Crochet. Learn the basics of crochet and make a luxurious spa set. Bring: 1-2 skeins Blue Sky Alpacas Organic worsted cotton, size I hook yarn needle, measuring tape, scissors. vesta Thursdays,1/22 & 1/29, 6-8:30pm $28 Build your crochet skills and show off your new vest this spring. This Pinterest-inspired vest has wide arm holes and is super stylish. Bring: 4-7 skeins Ushya (depends on size), size Q hook, stitch markers, tape measure, scissors. Prerequisite: Crochet crochet 101

6 January Crochet granny square purse Saturday, 1/24, 1-4pm $28 Crochet granny squares to create a colorful purse. Bring: Noro Crochet book, 2 skeins- different colors of Noro Silk Garden yarn, size H hook, yarn needle, measuring tape, scissors. Prerequisite: Crochet 101 Hooking or Punch punch 101 {bag} Mondays, 1/19 & 2/16, 12-3pm $60, pattern & monk s cloth included Instructor: Judy Brock Learn the skill of Needle punch with yarn by making an I-Pad or notebook bag in geometric pattern, using wool yarn in the colors you choose.. Bring: Oxford punch needle, Large (12 or 14 inch) embroidery hoop or frame (Judy has some frames to rent, if needed), sharp off-set scissors, Fun matching print fabric (cotton or cotton blend) for lining, Handles for the bag, button if desired to secure opening of bag. hooking 101 {bag} Tuesdays, 1/6 & 2/3, 10am-1pm 1 $60, pattern & monk s cloth included Instructor: Judy Brock Learn rug hooking by making an I-Pad or notebook bag in geometric pattern, using 100 %wool fabric in the colors you choose. Bring: Rug Hook, Large (12 or 14 inch) embroidery hoop or frame (Judy has frames to rent, if needed), sharp off-set scissors, Fun matching print fabric (cotton or cotton blend) for lining. Handles for the bag, button if desired to secure opening of bag. Dates don t work for you? Let us know, more punch and hook classes are available in the spring Drop Spindle drop spindle spinning Sunday, 1/18, 11am-3pm $36 Instructor: Mary Kain Learn to make yarn the way it was made for thousands of years. Using an inexpensive drop spindle you can spin your own yarn. You'll also learn the basics of fiber preparation, including hand carding. Bring: Drop spindle. Roving (supplied) 5 granny square purse Hooking/Punch bag

7 february Sewing andquilting sewing 101 {intro to your machine} Wednesday, 2/4, 6-9pm Come learn sewing machine basics. Topics include needles, threading, bobbin winding, stitch width and length, how various feet are used and minor cleaning. Bring: Your sewing machine and manual. Thread, extra bobbin, size 80/12 sewing machine needles. piecing 101 Wednesday, 2/18, 6-9pm $28, fabric included Learn how to cut your fabric correctly, get an accurate 1/4" seam, and much more. This class is a must for those learning to quilt and a prerequisite to all of our other quilting classes. Bring: Basic sewing supplies, you may use our rulers, mats and rotary cutters. You will choose your fabric during class. Prerequisite: Students must have some familiarity with their sewing machine. If you've never sewn, we recommend taking intro to sewing machine first. sewing 101 {pillowcase} Wednesday, 2/25, 6-9pm Learn how to cut material, follow a simple pattern & sew french seams. Bring: Standard Sewing Supplies (see back), 7/8 yard for main fabric, 3/8yard for cuff, 1/8 yard for cuff, thread to match. 6 Embroidery Embroidery 201 {I Love Knitting Hankie} Saturday, 2/21, 10am-12pm Instructor: Starla Rockert Embroider on an old-fashioned crochet trimmed hankie with an "I love Knitting" pattern. You will learn/use the chain stitch, running stitch, back stitch, stem stitch, and even a bit of satin stitch. These are great for gifts and will even fit in an envelope Bring: Tangle's crochet-trimmed hankie, floss, 4" hoop, embroidery needles, scissors, iron transfer pencil and tracing paper is optional. Prerequisite: Beginning Embroidery or basic embroidery skills piecing 101 pillowcase i love knitting hankie

8 february Knitting intro to hats {2 hour hat} Thursdays, 2/5 & 2/12, 7-9pm Instructor: Jackie Vlcek A fun project that knits up in a snap The perfect follow-up class to Beginning Knitting. Learn to knit in the round, decrease and use double pointed needles. Bring: One skein (100g) of bulky weight, thick & thin yarn such as Luna Grey Fiber Arts Titan, 16" US#15 Circular Needle, US#15 DPN s, tapestry needle, stitch marker Must know: How to cast on. How to do the knit stitch. 7 blocking and finishing Saturday, 2/7, 10am-1pm $35 Instructor: Shirley Boyce Have a beautiful knitted item by learning to properly block your knitting. Learn shoulder joining, side seaming, sleeve insertion, as well as other techniques. Bring: Set of DP needles, Tapestry needle, Bring any item that is ready to be blocked, if you have one. ufo s {unfinished projects} Sunday, 2/8 call the shop to schedule your 1hour block $15/hour Instructor: Shirley Boyce Need help getting back on track with a knitting project? This session is for you. Bring: Bring project, yarn, needles and pattern intro to fair isle {java hat} Sundays, 2/8 & 2/15, 1:30-3:30pm $36, free pattern from Blue Sky Alpacas Instructor: Andrea Penasa Week 1: Learn to Continental knit and purl. Week 2: Learn two-handed color stranding, keeping an even tension and weaving in ends. Bring: Free pattern: Java Cloche / Blue Sky Alpacas, Size 5 16" circular and dpns., 3 stitch markers, Chibi needle, Debbie Bliss Baby cashmerino 1 skein each MC, CC1 and CC2 cabling 101 {Carrie s Cabled Cowl} Monday, 2/9 & 2/16, 6-8pm $36, pattern included Instructor: Carrie Fleming Learn cables while making this cowl. Bring: 16" #15 circular needle, 1 marker, cable needle, 2 skeins of Spud and Chloe Outer java hat 2 hour hat cabled cowl

9 february Knitting modular knitting {Ojo de Dios Shawl} Wednesdays, 2/18 & 3/18, 6-8pm $42, magazine included Instructor: Christina Caspari Crescent-shaped wrap, build of modular triangles and garter stitch, shaped with short rows. The shawl comes together by picking up stiches, so no seams. Bring: 2 balls Noro Taiyo Sport, Needles US 8, 40"circulars and DPN's, locking stitch marker Modern baby blanket Wednesdays, 2/4 & 2/18, 12-2pm $36, pattern included Learn how to carry your yarn without cutting it while you make this cute baby blanket that s bordered in a different color of seed stitch. Bring: Berroco Modern Cotton, 2 skeins for border, 1 skein each of 4 colors for stripes, size 8 circular needles intro to knitting Thursdays, 2/19 & 2/26, 7-9pm $34 Instructor: Amy Lentz Learn to knit For brand new beginners or those wanting a refresher course in the basics. Bring: Size 11 needles for a scarf or size 9 needles for fingerless mittens. 1 ball Noro Obi Kids + Parent Knitting Sunday, 2/22, 2-4pm $34 each person Instructor: Jackie Vlcek Kids 8 years and older learn to knit with your parent Bring: Size 11 needles for a scarf or size 9 needles for fingerless mittens. 1 ball Noro Obi Applique pin cushion Monday, 2/23, 10:30am-1:30pm $30 Instructor: Andrea Penasa Learn to appliqué with wool. Take home a finished beautiful pin cushion. Bring: sharp scissors, variety of sewing needles, pins, Local Farm Girl small pin cushion appliqué kit. 8 modular knitting modern baby blanket intro to Knitting/Kids

10 february Weaving rigid heddle 101 {kitchen towels} Sundays, 2/8 & 2/125, 9am-12pm $66 + $10 loom rental fee Instructor: BJ Lester Begin weaving on a Rigid Heddle Loom. You will make 2 towels for your kitchen while learning the basics of weaving. Bring: Ultra Pima, 2 skeins of main color and 1 skein of contrasting colors (2-3 recommended), loom (you may rent one from Tangle). 4 harness weaving 101 Saturdays, 2/7, 2/14 & 2/21, 9am-12pm $125 + $50 materials fee Instructor: BJ Lester Learn the basics of weaving on a 4 barnes loom. You will weave 3 sampler towels that will start you on the exciting road of weaving. Bring: You must have access to a 4 harness table or floor loom which has 15 of weaving width. The loom will not be brought to class. You will also need your own shuttles. When registering for the class, please fill out the form describing your equipment. Shuttles can be ordered ahead of time through Tangle. Any class participant wishing to order a Schacht 4 harness loom will receive a significant discount from Tangle. weaving towels sunny day scarf Crochet sunny day scarf or blanket Thursdays, 2/5 & 2/12, 6-8:30pm $40, pattern included Learn to crochet detailed stitches to make unique squares for a scarf or blanket (your choice). Bring: 8 skeins Debbie Bliss Cashmerino yarn [5 skeins square colors(1 skein of each color), 2 skeins (one color) for background, 1 skein trim color. Double amounts for a crib blanket, triple for a throw, etc. Prerequisite: Crochet 101 and one #2 or higher difficulty rated class. crochet 101 {face cloth} Thursday, 2/19, 6-8:30pm $24 Beginning Crochet. Learn the basics of crochet and make a luxurious spa set. Bring: 1-2 skeins Blue Sky Alpacas Organic worsted cotton, size I hook yarn needle, measuring tape, scissors. 9 crochet 101

11 march Sewing andquilting quilting 101 {latin lady throw} Wednesdays, 3/4, 3/18 & 4/8, 6-9pm $82, pattern included Learn the basics of creating a quilt from start to finish. You will piece a simple top, learn to make a quilt "sandwich", simple machine quilting and how to make and sew on binding. Bring: Basic sewing supplies,100% quilting cotton according to the pattern requirements and for binding and backing,100% cotton thread, batting, 505 spray, safety pins, quilting pins, a marking tool or pen, sewing machine needles for piecing and quilting, and a hand sewing needle. Embroidery embroidered coasters Saturday, 3/7, 9:30am-12:30pm Instructor: Starla Rockert Learn to make beautiful hand-stitched coasters from rich, colorful wool Learn how to finish an edge using the blanket stitch. Butterfly patterns included. Bring: Local Farm Girl hand-dyed wool--buy as many colors as you want. Make a set of 4, 6 or 8 or more. Basic embroidery supplies, floss, and water-wash off marker. Embroidery 101 {tea towel} Saturday, 3/21, 1-4pm $28 Instructor: Starla Rockert Come learn the basics of embroidery in this class. We will practice 5 of the most common stitches, iron transfer a pattern, and then stitch up an adorable tea towel. Bring: The Tangle Embroidery Kit Drop Spindle drop spindle spinning Saturday, 3/21, 9am-1pm $36 Instructor: Mary Kain Learn to make yarn the way it was made for thousands of years. Using an inexpensive drop spindle you can spin your own yarn. You'll also learn the basics of fiber preparation, including hand carding. Bring: Drop spindle. Roving (supplied) latin lady throw embroidered coasters 10 tea towel

12 march knitting intro to knitting Wednesdays, 3/4 & 3/11, 7-9pm $34 Instructor: Amy Lentz Learn to knit For brand new beginners or those wanting a refresher course in the basics. Bring: Size 11 needles for a scarf or size 9 needles for fingerless mittens. 1 ball Noro Obi noro tunic Wednesdays, 3/4, 3/18 & 4/15, 12-2pm $65, includes pattern booklet Instructor: Allison Blevins This amazing tunic is super flattering with it s horizontal stitch. It ll be a staple in your spring and summer wardrobe. Learn simple increases and decreases and a drop stitch in this class. Bring: size 7 circular needles, Noro Taiyo or Kibou, tapestry needle, locking stitch markers Socks 101 Sundays, 3/8 (11am-1pm), 3/15 (11am-2pm), & 3/22 (11am-1pm) $63, pattern included Instructor: Mary Kain Learn to knit socks using either two circular needles or double point needles. Hand-knitted socks have lots of character and are a great, portable project. Bring: Two circular needles, size 4, 24 inch and/or 32 inch OR Double-pointed needles (5) size 4, Markers, DK weight sock yarn (300yds) intro to Knitting noro tunic Crochet crochet 101 {face cloth} Saturday, 3/14, 10am-12:30pm $24 Beginning Crochet. Learn the basics of crochet and make a luxurious spa set. Bring: 1-2 skeins Blue Sky Alpacas Organic worsted cotton, size I hook yarn needle, measuring tape, scissors. socks crochet 101

13 march Crochet crochet trim pillowcase Saturday, 3/14, 2pm-5pm $27 Learn to embellish finished items with a lovely crocheted edging. Makes a great gift Bring: 1 finished pillowcase (pick out your fabric and pre-order yours for $5+fabric), 1 skein Cascade Ultra Pima Cotton, sharp yarn needle (for blanket stitching edge), size D hook, scissors crochet trim April Oliver + S Library Dress Wednesdays, 4/15, 4/22 & 4/29, 6-9pm $68, pattern included This sweet, little mock-wrap dress includes a wide front waistband with optional piping, a pleated skirt, and buttons up the back. Bring: Fabric and notions listed on the pattern back according to the size you are making. Basic sewing supplies. Sewing andquilting Applique pin cushion Saturday, 4/11, 10:30am-1:30pm $30 Instructor: Andrea Penasa Learn to appliqué with wool. Take home a finished beautiful pin cushion. Bring: sharp scissors, variety of sewing needles, pins, Local Farm Girl small pin cushion appliqué kit. 12 pin cushion

14 April Crochet crochet 101 {face cloth} Thursday, 4/9, 6-8:30pm $24 Beginning Crochet. Learn the basics of crochet and make a luxurious spa set. Bring: 1-2 skeins Blue Sky Alpacas Organic worsted cotton, size I hook yarn needle, measuring tape, scissors. Knitting intro to knitting Tuesdays, 4/7 & 4/14, 7-9pm $34 Instructor: Amy Lentz Learn to knit For brand new beginners or those wanting a refresher course in the basics. Bring: Size 11 needles for a scarf or size 9 needles for fingerless mittens. 1 ball Noro Obi intro to fair isle {java hat} Mondays, 4/13 & 4/20, 10:30am-12:30pm $36, free pattern from Blue Sky Alpacas Instructor: Andrea Penasa Week 1: Learn to Continental knit and purl. Week 2: Learn two-handed color stranding, keeping an even tension and weaving in ends. Bring: Free pattern: Java Cloche / Blue Sky Alpacas, Size 5 16" circular and dpns., 3 stitch markers, Chibi needle, Debbie Bliss Baby cashmerino 1 skein each MC, CC1 and CC2 creative mending java hat Embroidery creative mending Saturday, 4/18, 9:30am-12:30pm $28 Instructor: Starla Rockert Turn old jeans (or other clothing) into something super cute by patching with Tangle's great fabrics then embellishing with embroidery. Each piece will be a work of art Bring: One or more pieces of clothing, jeans, etc. which are in need of mending. Tangle fabric, Wonder Under, floss, scissors, hoop and your imagination Prerequisite: Beginning Embroidery or basic embroidery skills 13

15 groups Ktog {Knit together} Every Monday from 7-9pm (excluding holidays) Free Join us for our weekly crafting group, Knit Together. All crafters are welcome, not just knitters As with classes, we are not able to provide for children during this time. stitch society New Every Tuesday 10am-12pm Beginning January 6th Free Bring your stitching and make some new friends Andrea, our appliqué teacher, will be on hand to answer questions and give advice. She is a wealth of knowledge for all things stitched As with classes, we are not able to provide for children during this time. 14