Fall 2018 & Winter 2019 Class Schedule TH AVENUE NORTH, MAPLE GROVE, MN

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1 Class Schedule TH AVENUE NORTH, MAPLE GROVE, MN Fall and Winter are great times to work on your crocheting and knitting! While many of us here at Amazing threads typically work on our projects year round, we re excited to see our customers getting back into their passions as the weather is starting to cool down. This fall and winter we re going to give something new a try INTRODUCING... Seasonal Sweaters! This series of classes will be done with the seasons as suggested by the name. Instructors will be rotating to facilitate for each season. Each project will be offered for a longer time period in order to accommodate finishing your sweater. We are offering a variety of styles and techniques within each series, as well as yarn weights and finished fabrics, so be sure to check out each season s selection! Each class will have a total of 6 sessions! Each instructor will host a 1 hour mini-class specifically dedicated to help you select the correct size, talk about how the pattern is designed (for example, if it s designed in pieces or seamless, how much ease is in the pattern, etc.) and then help you select yarn (or discuss what you ve already selected). Your instructor will address any other necessary topics. Each sweater will offer five 2-hour sessions during a 3 month time period. Timing between sessions will vary depending on the pattern and what the instructor. We hope you will join us for this series, but as always, spots are limited, so be sure to grab one soon! Store Hours: Monday thru Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

2 GENERAL INFORMATION & POLICIES Which Level Are You? Learn-to: The very basics for someone who has not knit or crocheted before (or maybe hasn t done so in a long time and wants to revisit the very basics of the craft. Beginner: Projects for first-timers using basic stitches, such as cast on, knit, and cast off. Classes in this category assume you already know how to do these things. Easy: You know the basics about knit and purl stitches but you feel that you need help with most of the other stuff because you re still a fairly new knitter. Intermediate: You can do all the beginner stuff and know that there is more than just one way of making an increase and decrease and are ready to try something new. Advanced: You re ready for a more intense pattern with intricate colorwork, lacework, shaped garments, advanced brioche. Class Materials The cost of materials is not included in the class fee. Some classes require the purchase of a book or the pattern because Amazing Threads cannot copy patterns. It is noted when classes require the purchase of a book. Appropriate yarn must be purchased at Amazing Threads prior to the beginning of each class. Receive 10% off yarn purchased for classes. Refund Policy Amazing Threads reserves the right to cancel a class one week prior to the start date of the class. Class fees will be refunded to the customer. Cancellation by students must be made at least two weeks prior to the start date in order to receive a full refund. After that date fees are not refundable or transferable. Return Policy Returns on yarn and accessories in original condition (not wound) are accepted for exchange or store credit within 30 days of purchase with an itemized receipt. No returns or exchanges on kits, books, patterns, needles, and sale or clearance yarn. Free patterns of the month. Knit Club Membership $50 per year and includes: 15% discount on yarn for the pattern of the month. Free Amazing Threads gift. 500 Club: 10% off regularly priced yarn, needles, books, and notions when purchases reach $500. Knit Club Membership must be current to maintain 500 Club status (this discount cannot be combined with any other offers and applies to regularly priced merchandise ONLY). Extra 10% off one transaction during birthday month. Once per year, receive a 25% off coupon for the class of your choice. Free attendance at SSK or Knit Night. Special discounts are available. Discounts and early notice on special guests and workshops.

3 SOCIAL FIBER GROUPS & Help Desk If you love to work with yarn to create things and want to meet people with the same interests, these social groups are for you. Each group charges a $5 fee that is applied to a purchase of $20 or more on the date of attendance. Attendance is free to Knit Club Members (KCM). These social fiber groups are supported with staff that can assist with simple knit or crochet questions. SSK (Sit, Sip & Knit) Each Tuesday morning a group of knitters and crocheters gather. Bring your lunch and a favorite stitching project and join the group. $5 Each Tuesday of the month 11.m.-1 p.m. Knit Night You will find a unique group of yarn enthusiasts each Tuesday evening. Work on a project with friends and/or make new friends and relax with a cup of coffee, tea or water. You'll enjoy the evening in the company of others who love to knit and crochet! $5 Each Tuesday evening of the month 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Knit-A-Longs We offer various types of Knit-A-Longs (KAL) & Classes on Demand. KALs are FREE to our customers. Yarn for KALs must be purchased at Amazing Threads. KALs provide our customers an opportunity to knit in a group setting on a specific project, but KALs do not include instruction. Additional added KALs can be found on the website class schedule. Classes On Demand Classes On Demand (COD) are offered when teaching staff find that perfect project that they want to share with our customers. KALs and CODs are updated in our weekly blasts and on our website. Knit & Crochet Help Desk Many people stop in for a quick fix on a project and we try to get them back on track. Often we are just too busy to help on-the-fly. Throughout the year, we provide an expert to help with QUICK FIXES. The Help Desk is for simple fixes for customers knitting on yarn purchased from Amazing Threads. We want you to love your project. Let one of our staff help you get on track and make your project soar. We have Knit with the Expert available by appointment for those needing more than a quick fix. Dates and times can be found in our weekly newsletter or posted on our website. Help Desk Dates: September AM - Noon October 13 & AM - Noon November 10 & AM - Noon December 8 & AM - Noon Private Lessons Variable Skill Levels We have experienced knitting staff that provide 1:1 lessons. Private lessons are for those students seeking 1:1 assistance with a new or existing project. Individual Learn to Knit OR Crochet can also be booked in these 1:1 private lessons. Lessons are arranged through the shop and are scheduled by telephone at a time convenient for the student and instructor. $30 per hour Don t forget to check our classes online! We add Knit/Crochet-A-Longs, Help Desks, Classes, et cetera as needed, that may not be reflected in this document! 1

4 Beginner Classes Learn to Knit - 4 Sessions Whether you ve never knit before or it s just been a long time, you ll get a solid foundation of fundamentals in Beginning Knitting class. You ll learn to cast on, knit, purl, bind off, decrease, make simple stitch patterns, knit in the round with circular and double pointed needles, and weave in ends. Each student will knit a cowl and/or hat. This 4 session class will get you started in the world of hand knitting. Materials not included. Beginner-NEW to knitting (Mary Jane or Wanda) Sundays, September 9, 16, 30, & October 14 Wednesdays, October 10, 17, 24, & November 7 Saturdays, November 17, 24, December 1, & 15 Wednesdays, January 2, 9, 16 & 30 Saturdays, February 16, 23, March 9 & 16 Sundays, February 17, 24, March 10 & 24 Keep an eye on our website! We add repetitions of this class as needed! 2:00-4:00 PM 5:30-7:30 PM 10:00 AM - Noon 5:30-7:30 PM 10:00 AM - Noon 2:00-4:00 PM Learn to Crochet This 4 session class will offer the instruction necessary to learn the four basic crocheting stitches, how to work with rows and rounds, how to read basic crochet patterns, and how to make swatches. The projects will include fingerless mittens and a stitch sampler cowl. Beginner-NEW to Crochet (Sabrina or Wanda) Saturdays, September 15, 22, October 6 & 20 Wednesdays, October 3, 10, 24 & November 8 Saturdays, January 12, 19, February 2 & 16 Wednesdays, March 13, 20, April 3, & 17 Sundays, March 17, 24, April 7 & 28 Keep an eye on our website! We add repetitions of this class as needed! 10:30 AM 12:30 PM 5:30-7:30 PM 10:30 AM 12:30 PM 5:30-7:30 PM 12:30-2:30 PM Ahh Spa Slipper Worsted weight These are a great follow-up to Learn to Crochet! Looking for a squishy and fast project? These house slippers are crocheted with yarn held double, and will wok up in a flash! Follow-up to Beginner Sabrina Saturdays, October 20 & 27 Wednesdays, November 14 & 28 Saturdays, February 2 & 9 $32 plus materials 3:00 5:00 PM 5:30 7:30 PM 1:00 3:00 PM Learn to Knit: Your Next Project Any weight, depending upon pattern 2

5 After taking a Learn to Knit course, this is the perfect follow-up! Now that you know how to knit, where do you want to take your knitting? Pick a project and we'll guide you through! Follow-up to Beginner Mary Jane Saturdays, September 22, 29, October 13 & 20 10:00 AM Noon Advanced Beginner Classes The Shift Cowl Sport weight This cowl is the perfect all-the-time accessory! Using 3 colors of sport weight yarn, Mary Jane will help you through this asymmetrical triangle cowl with applied i-cord edging! Advanced Beginner Mary Jane Wednesdays, August 29, September 12, 19 & 26 5:30 7:30 PM Traveler Socks Worsted weight These socks are knit up in a nice worsted weight. Wanda will help you through either the provisional cast on or Judy s magic cast on, as well as short rows and cables! Advanced Beginner Wanda Sundays, September 9, 16, & 30 Buachaille Baffies (Striped) Socks DK Weight Baffies is the Scots word for house slippers, and these two-colored baffies have a neat construction. Choose between a plain or striped version! Advanced Beginner Sabrina Wednesdays, September 12, 19, & 26 Saturdays, February 2, 9, & 16 6:00 8:00 PM 3:00 5:00 PM 3

6 Camote Pockets Scarf Worsted weight A simple and utilitarian project perfect for gifting this holiday season! Join Sabrina for this scarf with a few of her personal adjustments to the pattern Advanced Beginner Sabrina Saturdays, September 15, October 6 & 13 3:00 5:00 PM Resusable Cotton Cloths & Basket (Crochet) Worsted weight A great option for making a project that is not only pretty, but useful every day, in every season! These eco-friendly cloths have a matching basket make a pile of them! Advanced Beginner Sabrina Saturdays, November 3 & 10 Saturdays, March 16 & 23 $32 plus materials 1:00 3:00 PM 1:00 3:00 PM Om Shawl Worsted or Aran weight A classic from Andrea Mowry with great texture and a little color work! 1 set of buttons and 2 areas to attach them makes this one of her most versatile patterns, and it works up so quickly! Advanced Beginner Megan Thursdays, January 10, 24 & February 7 6:00 8:00 PM Weekender Worsted weight New to sweaters? This is a great place to start! No matter your body type, it is perfect for wearing to the office or out on your weekend hike in the woods. Advanced Beginner Maxine Saturdays, January 12, 19, February 2 & 9 10:00 AM Noon 4

7 Intermediate Classes Learn to Brioche: Harlow Hat For those who know how to knit and are ready to take the plunge into the addictive technique of brioche knitting! Maxine will guide you through this hat. Be sure to pick 2 colors that will contrast well so you can see all your hard work! Intermediate - Maxine Thursdays, September 13, 20 & 27 Saturdays, October 6, 13 & 20 5:30-7:30 PM 10 AM - Noon Light From Within Shawl (Crochet) A single skein of fingering weight yarn will do the trick for this lovely crochet project! A perfect option for gifting this holiday season! Intermediate Sabrina Saturdays, September 22, Octoebr 6, 13 & 20 1:00 3:00 PM Fall Supper A lovely rectangular wrap composed of garter stitch and symmetrical lace on the ends. This pattern uses a provisional cast on and begins with garter; you will come back to add the lovely lace at the end! Intermediate - Sabrina Sundays, August 26, September 9, 16 & 23 Kodikas DK weight A great place to start for those who are curious about colorwork worked flat! Worked in 4 colors, this cozy shawl is sure to catch eyes! Intermediate - Megan Sundays, October 14, 21, November 4 & 18 5

8 Mommy & Me Slipper Boots Chunky/Bulky weight What could be cuter for those chilly winter mornings than matching mommy & me crocheted booties? Choose between a single or two color booty! Intermediate Wanda Sundays, November 18, 25, December 2 & 9 2:00 4:00 PM Rose Valley Shawl This lovely top-down crescent shape shawl is perfect for fringe lovers, but you can easily forego the fringe if you prefer! Columns of knit stitch on a background of reverse stockinette flow into an all-over lace rosebud pattern. Intermediate Sabrina Wednesdays, December 19, January 9 & 23 6:00 8:00 PM Wolfie Shawl Worsted & Bulky/Chunky weight Designed specifically for Big Bad Wool Weepaca and Baby Yeti yarns, this wrap is so soft and snuggly! Intermediate Mary Jane Saturdays, January 5, 19, 26 & February 16 Panna Frost Flower Lae Shawl/Scarf Fingering or Lace weight Make this new year the year for in depth serious chart exploration- DO NOT BE AFRAID-ever again! Sabrina will help you through the reading of lace work charts to end with this gorgeous shawl/scarf. The scarf is made from 2 identical pieces - learn how to graft them together at the end! Intermediate Sabrina Sundays, January 13, 27, February 10 & March 3 1:00 3:00 PM 6

9 A Girl s Best Friend Join Maxine for this fingering weight shawl - a great exercise in multiple textures! Maxine is there to help with transitions from ribbing, lace, stripes, bobbles, and even a couple of pompoms at the end if you like! Intermediate Maxine Thursdays, February 21, 28, March 14 & 28 5:30 7:30 PM Turadh Worked from one corner, this assymetric shawl is great for showing off mini skeins or left overs in a truly stunning way. The lace stripes feature a zigzag chevron pattern, which is echoed in the chevron striped border. Turadh is a great fun knit with plenty of relaxing bits! Intermediate Megan Thursdays, March 7, 21 & April 4 6:00 8:00 PM Vigee Cardigan The Vigée cardigan uses a modular construction. The result is an open cardigan, with a relaxed fit that will be your new go-to shoulder cover for Spring and Summer. Intermediate Wanda Sundays, March 10, 24, April 7 & 28 2:00 4:00 PM Advanced Classes Ljos Hat Sport weight A great exercise in colorwork with 4 colors this is a lovely complement to the Milet Mittens class! Add a pom pom or show off the gorgeous crown of the hat all on it s own! Sport weight Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino is a perfect option! Advanced Megan Thursdays, October 18, 25 & November 8 6:00-8:00 PM 7

10 Eivor Mittens DK weight In this class with a new pattern from Rowan & Arne & Carlos, learn a bit about color theory to make your colorwork pop! Advanced Rose Thursdays, October 18, 25 & November 1 6:00-8:00 PM Milet Mittens Sport weight Stranded colorwork mittens with foldover cuffs featuring stitch patterns inspired by traditions from Norway, Estonia and Latvia. A fabulous compliment to the Ljos hat! Sport weight Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino is a perfect option! Advanced Megan Thursdays, November 1, 15 & 29 6:00-8:00 PM Seasonal Sweaters Fall 2018: Hatcher DK weight Mary Jane will be hosting our first iteration of Seasonal Sweaters with the lovely Hatcher by Julie Hoover. With multiple provided sleeve options, Hatcher has a chic, elongated cable motif on the front and back of this tailored short sleeved pullover. With an easy to wear A-line shape, this sweater can be worn alone or layered over another shirt for additional warmth. Knit in a luxurious blend of cashmere and merino wool, Hatcher is sure to be a favorite that pairs with any style pant or skirt you own Intermediate Mary Jane Planning session: Saturday, October 6 Regular sessions: Saturdays, October 13, November 17, December 15, January 5 & 12 $65 plus materials Noon 1:00 PM 8

11 Winter 2019: Sipila Megan will be hosting our first iteration of Seasonal Sweaters with the lovely Sipila by Caitlin Hunter. With multiple provided sleeve options, Sipila is a great exercise in colorwork. Using only 2 colors, this circular yoke construction seems like it has been everywhere lately, and now is a great chance to give this beauty a try! Intermediate Megan Planning session: Sunday, January 13 Regular sessions: Sundays, January 20, February 3, 24, March 17, & 31 $65 plus materials Noon 1:00 PM Variable Level Classes WIPs (Works in Progess) Join us for a single session designed to get you back up to speed on your in-progress knitting projects All levels - variable Thursday, September 6 Thursday, September 20 $10 each 6:00-8:00 PM 6:00-8:00 PM Crochet WIPs (Works in Progess) Join us for a single session designed to get you back up to speed on your in-progress crochet projects All levels - variable Saturday, September 22 Saturday, October 27 Saturday, February 16 Saturday, March 30 $10 each 3:00-5:00 PM 3:00-5:00 PM 1:00-3:00 PM 1:00-3:00 PM Learn to Knit: Your Next Project Any weight, depending upon pattern After taking a Learn to Knit course, this is the perfect follow-up! Now that you know how to knit, where do you want to take your knitting? Pick a project and we'll guide you through! Follow-up to Beginner Mary Jane Saturdays, September 22, 29, October 13 & 20 10:00 AM Noon 9