Beginning Classes Beginning Knitting with Jane or MaryAnn Begin your knitting journey with this fashionable cowl designed to introduce you to the basics of knitting. You will learn how to cast on, the knit stitch, the purl stitch, and how to bind off. You will also learn how to make simple buttonholes. Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Tuesdays s Sundays Tuesdays Sep 12, 19, Oct 3 Oct 4, 11, 25 Oct 15, 22, Nov 5 Nov 7, 14, 28 10am-noon 9:30-11:30am Class Fee: $45.00 Level 1 Cowl Kit (includes yarn and pattern): $25.00 Beginning Knitting Kit (includes how to booklet, knitting needles and more): $18.00 Beginning Crochet with Shelley Relax and learn to crochet with confidence while you make this fun, fashionable cowl! You will learn how to do single crochet, double crochet and half-double crochet. Finally, learn how to sew your strips together to create your cowl. s Nov 1, 8, 15, 29 10am-noon Class Fee: $55.00 Level 1 Beginning Crochet Kit (includes how to booklet, pattern, crochet hook and more): $16.00 Yarn: 3 skeins worsted weight yarn (price dependent on yarn choice) 1 P a g e
Studios Studios allow you the opportunity to work on your own projects with an expert instructor nearby to answer your questions and provide support and guidance. Each session is two hours and costs $15. Level 2-4. Knitting Studios Sundays with Jane 1 st & 3 rd Sunday of each month 1-3pm Tuesdays with Jane Every Tuesday Thursdays with MaryAnn 1 st & 3 rd Thursday of each month 10am-noon Crochet Studios s with Shelley 1 st & 3 rd s of each month Knit & Crochet Studio (combined) s with Shelley 2 nd & 4 th s of each month 1-3pm 2 P a g e
Tool Box Classes Tool Box classes are designed to give you the technical tools you need to complete your projects with confidence. Most Tool Box classes are only 1-hour long, making them an easy quick learning experience for you. Tool Box classes can be lecture/demo, hands on, or a combination of both. 2-at-a-Time Technique (knit) with Jane Knitting one sock, mitten or sleeve at a time is so old school! Instead knit them at the same time using the 2 at a Time technique. This brief overview will help you to master this interesting and useful process. Class Type: demonstration and hands on Dec 13 Level 3 Yarn: smooth worsted weight yarn Needles: US 8/5mm 24 circular 2 sets Notions: Two locking stitch markers Basic Cables (knit) with Jane Never worked a cable before? Need a refresher? This is the tool box for you! Class type: Hands on. This class has pre-work. Nov 1 Yarn: smooth worsted weight yarn Needles: US 8/5mm 24 circular Notions: Cable needle of your choice Cast Ons with 2 Needles (knit) with Elizabeth While the long-tail cast on is the most common method and useful for many purposes, it's great to have some other cast ons in your knitting tool box. Come find out when and how to do these two cast ons that use two needles instead of a single needle and your thumb. Class type: Hands on. Tuesday Sep 26 Level 2 Yarn: smooth, light colored worsted weight yarn Needles: US 8/5mm 3 P a g e
Crocheted Bind Offs for Knitters (knit) with Elizabeth Everyone learns the standard bind off when they learn to knit, but there is a wide variety of additional bind offs that can enhance your knitting. Explore two decorative bind-offs that use a crochet hook in this class. Class type: Hands on. This class has pre-work. Tuesday Oct 24 Level 2 Yarn: smooth, light colored worsted weight yarn Needles: US 8/5mm Decreases (knit) with Shelley Move past the standard SSK & K2tog by learning decorative decreases. Class type: Hands on. This class has pre-work. Oct 25 Yarn: smooth worsted weight yarn Needles: US 8/5mm 24 circular Finishing Your Crochet (crochet) with Shelley Would you like your projects to look less "home made" and more "hand made." Join us for a class to learn the techniques for seaming and blocking that will help give your projects polish. Class Type: hands-on and demonstration/lecture. Monday Nov 27 Level 2 Yarn: smooth worsted weight yarn in two colors Hook: US I/5.5mm Foundation Crochet: A New Beginning (crochet) with Shelley I always say that the hardest part of crochet is working into your beginning chain to start your work. Would you like to learn how to skip this step on many of your projects? Join us for an easy one-session class on the how-to's of foundation crochet which will allow you to bypass the frustration of starting a project and get to the fun parts faster! Class Type: Hands On Monday Sep 25 Yarn: smooth worsted weight yarn in two colors Hook: US I/5.5mm 4 P a g e
Increases (knit) with Jane This tool box class is a great introduction to three different increases that are commonly utilized in knitting patterns. Class type: hands on. This class has pre-work. Monday Oct 16 Level 2 Yarn: smooth worsted weight yarn Needles: US 8/5mm 24 circular Know Your Fibers (crochet/knit) with Cecilia Do you know what the difference is between wool and alpaca? How do different fibers behave? What is the CYCA weight system? Find out the answers to these questions and many more! Bonus: There will be fire, weather permitting! Class Type: Lecture/Demo Sep 13 Level 2-4 Intro to Mosaic Knitting (knit) with Jane Mosaic Knitting is a great way to incorporate color into your knitting while only using one color per row! It's easy and fun, but can create a dramatic effect. This is a great intro class before plunging into the mosaic section of the PEEP Show Knit-a-Long! Class type: Hands on. This class has pre-work. Sep 27 Class Fee: $25 Level 4 Yarn: smooth worsted weight yarn in two colors Needles: US 7/4.5mm Magic Loop Technique (knit) with Shelley Do you hate using double pointed needles? Would you like to knit both of your socks or mittens at once? If so, the Magic Loop method may be for you. This class is designed for you to learn how to use a 40" circular needle to virtually eliminate the need for DPNs. Several projects in progress will be brought to class to demonstrate the techniques used. Class Type: Hands On Oct 11 Level 3 Yarn: smooth worsted weight yarn in two colors Needles: US 7/4.5mm Notions: 2 locking stitch markers 5 P a g e
Project Classes Project classes allow you work on a project with expert instruction. Each class will incorporate different skills that you will be taught. Project classes are generally between two and five sessions long, and each session is 2- hours. Basic Socks (Knit) with Jane Learn basic sock techniques including using double-pointed needles (dpns), knitting in the round, reading a pattern, decreasing and picking up stitches. Skills taught in this class: How to knit circularly on double pointed needles How to turn a heel Kitchener stitch Session 1 Session 2 s Sundays Sep 6, 13, 20, Oct 4 Nov 12, 19, Dec 3, 10 9:30-11:30am Class Fee: $55.00 Pattern: Knit to Fit Socks by Nancy Lindberg ($5.00; Ravelry In-Store Download) Yarn: 100% fingering weight yarn plus 1 spool Reinforcing Thread to best match yarn Needles: US 2 dpns (5 ) or size to obtain gauge Fox Paws (knit) with Shelley Fox Paws is a rectangular wrap with a distinctive stripe motif that looks like little interlocking fox feet. All shaping is made using increases and decreases which dramatically change the stitch counts. This pattern requires precision and attention to detail. Once the stitch technique is learned, Fox Paws can be an addictive and fun project! Skills taught in this class: KYOK increases Multiple decreases How to use a lifeline Mondays Nov 6, 13, Dec 4 Class Fee: $45 Level 4 Pattern: Fox Paws by Xandy Peters ($6.00) Yarn: Mirasol Sulka Legato (60% wool, 20% alpaca, 20% silk; 274 yards) 1 skein ea of 5 colors Needle: US 6/4mm 24 circular (sharp points are best) 6 P a g e
Lost in Time (Crochet) with Shelley Join us to make this beautiful piece of art that you will be proud to wear or gift to someone special! Evoking memoires of days gone by, this lovely shawl uses textural stitches to create dimension and detail. We chose a slow color changing yarn for our version of this Ravelry favorite; however, you may choose to use a solid color or a make a striped version as pictured. Skills taught in this class: How to work post stitches How to read your crochet How to work slip stitches Blocking of your finished project Mondays Oct 2, 9, 23, 30 Class Fee: $55 Pattern: Lost in Time by Johanna Lindahl (free download on Ravelry) Yarn: 3-4 balls Schoppel Wolle Edition 6 (100% merino yarn; fingering weight; 328 yards) Hooks: US F/3.75mm, US G/4-4.25mm, US H/5mm or size to obtain gauge Origami Washcloth (Knit) with Elizabeth Make a double thick washcloth or hot pad while learning how to do provisional cast on, knitting in the round, and the Kitchener switch. You will be amazed that the tubular object you're knitting will become this amazing washcloth! Skills taught in this class: Crochet provisional cast on Joining to knit in the round without a gap Kitchener stitch Tuesdays Oct 17, 31 Class Fee: $55 Pattern: Origami Washcloth by Elizabeth Vindedahl (free) Yarn: 1 balls Rowan Handknit Cotton (100% cotton; 93 yards) Needle: US 7/4.5mm 12-16 circular or size to obtain gauge Hook: US 7/4.5mm (or G/4-4.25mm) Sikuli Shawl with Mary Ann Knit this fabulous shawl by Vanessa Ewing this fall with Mary Ann. s Nov 29, Dec 13, 20 Class Fee: $45 7 P a g e
Total Eclipse Mitts with Mary Ann This mitts by Linda Cronquist are fun and appropriate for this year! Mondays Oct 16, 23, Nov 6 Class Fee: $45 Walk in the Woods (Knit) with Jane Have fun learning this triangular shawl worked with two colors and a graphic mosaic pattern. Jane will teach you how to read the mosaic chart (but, if you're not a chart reader, don't worry, there are written instructions as well). Skills taught in this class: Mosaic knitting technique Chart reading Increasing by knitting front & back and purling front & back s Oct 25, Nov 8, 15, 29 Class Fee: $55 Level 4 Pattern: Walk in the Woods by Lisa Hannes (~$6.00) Yarn: Malabrigo Rios (100% SW merino wool, 90 yards) 2 skeins MC, 1 skein CC Needle: US 7/4.5mm 32 circular and US 9/5.5mm 32 circular or size to obtain gauge 8 P a g e
Knit-A-Longs Knit-a-Longs (KALs) are social stitching times where everyone works on the same project. There is no instruction, so technically, Knit-a-Longs are not really classes; however, there is a staff host that can provide some guidance. Knit-a-Longs run approximately 6-10 weeks depending on the project. Antler Cardigan KAL with Cecilia Nothing conjures up the Canadian Rockies like the image of antlers. The majestic rack of an Elk buck is something not many get to see in their lives and it is a sight to behold! Knit along with Cecilia to make this beautiful cardigan. Make a child or an adult size. Saturdays Sep 23, Oct 7, 21, Nov 4 2-4pm Fee: $20 Level 4 Pattern: Antler Cardigan by Tin Can Knits ($7.00; Ravelry In-Store Download) Yarn: Worsted Weight Yarn - 280-1800 yards (depending on size chosen) Needles: US 6/4mm and US 8/5mm - 24" circular and double pointed needles in each size or size to obtain gauge PEEP Show Shawl KAL with Laura Did you have fun participating in the Progressive East End Project this summer? Continue the fun by knitting along on the PEEP Show shawl with the designer, Laura Rasmussen. Saturdays Sep 16, 30, Oct 14 2-4pm Fee: $15 Level 3 Pattern: PEEP Show by Laura Rasmussen Yarn: Lorna's Laces Shepherd Sock (main color) & Staccato (contrasting colors) Needles: US 6/4mm 32" circular (or size to obtain gauge) Frequently Asked Questions Q: How do I register? Registration is easy stop in to register in person or call us at 651-457-4969 or go to our website at www.3kittensneedlearts.com. Q: What should I bring to class? Bring any tools you might need scissors, tape measure, tapestry needle, paper, pencil, stitch markers or stitch holders, etc. We call this your knit kit or your crochet kit. And, bring your enthusiasm! 9 P a g e
Q: Can I get help between classes? We are always here to help you! Your instructor will let you know what hours she typically works in the store and if she teaches any of our studio classes. Plus, our staff is very knowledgeable and is willing to help! If you need more than just a little help, we can always set up a private coaching session ($25/hour) with your regular instructor. Q: What is pre-work? Pre-work or homework is simply something that you need to do prior to the first class. Generally, it will involve knitting gauge swatches or knitting samples to work on in class; however, sometimes it includes watching videos or doing some reading before class begins. Please make sure to do all pre-work/homework in order to make sure your learning experience and that of the other students is the best it can be! Q: What do the Skill Levels mean in the class descriptions? We use a system of Skill Levels to help inform students about what things they should know before taking a class prerequisite skills, if you will. To find a detailed description of our Skill Levels, please visit our website. 10 P a g e