Winter 2018 Class Schedule Class: Learn-to-Knit Basics Cost: $65 Three Sessions Available Dates/Time: Session 1 - Sat. mornings, Jan. 20, 27 & Feb. 3 from 9:00-11:00 am (Aldona Shumway) Session 2 - Fri. mornings, Jan. 26, Feb. 2 & 9 from 9:30-11:30 am (Heather Harden) Session 3 - Wed. evenings, Feb. 28, March 7 & 14 from 6:00-8:00 pm (Heather Harden) Duration: 3 classes, each class is 2 hours Skills Learned: In this class you will learn how to do a long-tail cast-on, knit, purl, do ribbing and learn to recognize stitches and bind-off. In addition you ll learn increases and decreases and all the knitting basics to get you started. At the end of the class you ll receive patterns for some simple projects for you to continue practicing on your own. Prerequisites: None Included: Needles, yarn, Handi-Tool, handouts Additional Info: Class will have homework Instructors: Heather Harden & Aldona Shumway KNITTING BASICS AND SKILL BUILDING Class: Basic Hat Cost: $35* Dates/Time: Wednesday mornings, January 17 & 24 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm Skills Learned: Learn to knit in the round on circular and double-pointed needles, decrease for crown, read a pattern, pattern repeats and using markers for repeats. Prerequisites: Learn-to-Knit Basics or MUST be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off Included: Pattern, stitch marker Additional Info: Bring your own size 7 16 circular and double-pointed needles. Class will have homework. *Yarn is not included in the price. Must come in prior to class to purchase yarn. Instructor: Robin Oxenhorn Class: Basic Socks Cost: $45 Dates/Time: Sunday mornings, February 4 & 11 from 9:00-11:00 am Skills Learned: In this class you ll knit one baby sock to learn all the aspects of sock knitting including turning a heel and the Kitchener stitch to close the toe. Prerequisites: Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off, MUST have experience knitting in the round on double-pointed needles Included: Double-pointed needles, yarn, stitch holder, pattern Instructor: Robin Oxenhorn Class: Basic Cables Cost: $45 Dates/Time: Thursday mornings, January 18 & 25 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm Skills Learned: You will learn several cable techniques including ropes, braids and traveling cables by knitting swatches in class. In addition, you will learn to read a cable chart, use a cable needle and how to select appropriate yarn for your cable projects. Prerequisites: Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off Included: Yarn, cable needle, patterns for different cables, scarf and hat, Mother of Purl project bag Additional Info: Bring your own needles, US size 6 or 7 single-point (not included, but available for purchase) Instructor: Deb Lawless
Class: Basic Mittens Cost: $55 Dates/Time: Wednesday evenings, January 31 & Feb. 7 from 5:30-7:30 pm Skills Learned: Learn how to make a basic mitten on double-pointed needles in a worsted weight wool. You ll learn you how to increase for a thumb gusset, how to make your thumb and a simple decrease to finish both thumb and the mitt. Think warm and cozy! Prerequisites: Must be competent to independently do a long-tail cast-on, join in the round, knit and purl, knitting in the round on double-pointed needles Included: Double-point needles, yarn, stitch holder, pattern Instructor: Robin Oxenhorn Class: Basics of Magic Loop Cost: $30 Dates/Time: Session 1 - Thursday evening, January 25 from 6:30-8:30 pm Session 2 - Saturday morning, February 10 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm Skills Learned: Make an adorable cup cozy using magic loop, a technique that uses one long needle to knit in the round instead of double-pointed needles. Magic loop can be used to make socks, sleeves and hats and is a great skill to have in your toolbox. Prerequisites: Must be competent to independently do a long-tail cast-on, knit, purl, bind-off, increase, decrease and be familiar with knitting in the round Included: Yarn and materials to make project, pattern Additional Info: Bring your own 32 or longer circular needle US size 4, Handi Tool, stitch markers, tapestry needle (not included, but available for purchase) Instructor: Heather Harden Class: Basic Finishing Stitches Cost: $25 Dates/Time: Session 1 - Monday morning, February 12 from 9:30-11:30 am Session 2 - Saturday morning, March 10 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm Skills Learned: Learn various techniques to finish your projects. You ll knit 6 swatches made from your stash yarn and bring to class to learn the Kitchener, mattress and whip stitches and a three-needle bind-off. Directions for swatches will be provided upon registration. Prerequisites: Must be competent to independently cast on, knit, purl and bind-off Additional Info: Before class, knit 3 swatches and bring with you to class (see pattern provided), bring your own 24 or 32 circular needles US size 8, Handi Tool (not included but available for purchase) Instructor: Heather Harden Class: Knitting Tips & Tricks: Reading Patterns Cost: $25 Dates/Time: Tuesday evening, January 30 from 5:30-7:30 pm Description: Sometimes following a pattern can frustrating because every designer does it a bit differently. In this class, you will learn to knit according to a pattern and all that entails. Learn some basics that will help you understand patterns including materials, glossary, special terms, as well as reading charts for lace, cables and colorwork. You ll walk through reallife examples of good and bad patterns and learn some tips to avoid losing your place. If you ve had trouble with a particular pattern, bring it along for discussion. For all levels. Prerequisites: None Instructors: Aldona Shumway 2 Mother of Purl Yarn Shop 541 US Route 1, Freeport, ME 04032 207-869-5280 motherofpurlyarnshop@gmail.com
Class: Knitting Tips & Tricks: Troubleshooting Mistakes Cost: $25 Dates/Time: Tuesday evening, February 6 from 5:30-7:30 pm Description: Does your heart sink when you accidentally pull stitches off of your knitting needle? In this class, you will learn to put those stitches back on the needle correctly as well as recognize and fix small errors such as twisted and dropped stitches. You will also learn how to undo (a.k.a. tink ) your knitting in order to make a correction. Prerequisites: MUST be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off Additional Info: Bring your own Handi-Tool (not included but available for purchase) There will be homework prior to class, directions will be sent upon registration. Instructors: Aldona Shumway Class: Learn-to-Crochet Basics Cost: $55 Dates/Time: Session 1 - Sunday mornings, January 21 & 28 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm Session 2 - Saturday afternoon, March 17 & 24 from 12:00-2:00 pm Skills Learned: Learn about yarns, hooks, reading stitches, chaining, turning your work, single crochet and double crochet. Prerequisites: None Included: Hook, yarn, handouts Instructors: Mae Lambert Class: Advanced Beginner Crochet Cost: $55 Dates/Time: Session 1 - Sunday afternoons, January 21 & 28 from 2:00-4:00 pm Session 2 - Saturday afternoon, March 17 & 24 from 3:00-5:00 pm Skills Learned: In this class you will continue to expand your crochet knowledge. You ll learn more sophisticated stitches such as the half double crochet, triple crochet, cluster stitch and magic ring and practice them in class. Prerequisites: Learn-to-Crochet Basics or equivalent Included: Hook, yarn, handouts Instructors: Mae Lambert CROCHETING BASICS AND PROJECTS Class: Advanced Crochet Edging for Knitters Cost: $35 Dates/Time: Sunday afternoon, March 11 from 2:00-4:00 pm Duration: 1 class, 2 hours long Skills Learned: Adding a crochet edge to your knitting can add a pop of color, a decorative splash or some barely-there reinforcement. In this class you ll learn some more advanced edging techniques such as the crab stitch, block stitch and polka dot stitch to take your knitted projects to the next level. You will knit swatches at home then crochet edges on them in class. Prerequisites: Beginning crochet or the equivalent Included: Handouts Additional Info: Bring your own size G crochet hook and worsted weight yarn in a variety of colors for edging (not incuded but available for purchase). There will be homework prior to class, directions will be sent about a week before class. Yarn requirements and colors will be explained in homework. Instructor: Mae Lambert Mother of Purl Yarn Shop 541 US Route 1, Freeport, ME 04032 207-869-5280 motherofpurlyarnshop@gmail.com 3
Class: Crochet Go Green Market Bag Cost: $50 Dates/Time: Sunday afternoons, February 4 & 11 from 1:00-3:00 pm Skills Learned: Crochet this adorable, colorful and very useful market bag while learning the treble crochet V stitch. This is a fun way to expand your crocheting knowledge and add some skills to your toolbox. Prerequisites: Beginning crochet or the equivalent Included: Yarn to make the bag, pattern Additional Info: Please bring size H & J crochet hooks, small scissors & tapestry needle (not included but available for purchase) Instructor: Mae Lambert Class: Crochet Cowl Cost: $65 Dates/Time: Sunday mornings, March 4 & 11 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm Skills Learned: It s cold outside, so join us to crochet this beautiful cowl while learning about changing yarn colors and reading a pattern, as well as crochet and double crochet. You ll get two skeins of Malabrigo yarn, one will be a beautiful hand-dyed variegated and one will be a contrasting solid to pair together in this timeless design. Take your crocheting to the next level while making a great gift for someone special, maybe yourself! Prerequisites: Beginning crochet or the equivalent Included: Yarn to make the cowl, pattern Additional Info: Please bring size G crochet hook, small scissors & tapestry needle (not included but available for purchase) Instructor: Mae Lambert Class: Reading Crochet Patterns Cost: $25 Dates/Time: Sunday afternoon, March 4 from 2:00-4:00 pm Skills Learned: So you ve learned to crochet and you ve got your stitches down, but now you need to take the next step and learn to read a pattern. In this class you ll learn to read a basic written and diagram pattern, crochet terms and keys and the difference between US and UK patterns. This is a crucial and very helpful step on your way to becoming an accomplished crocheter. Prerequisites: Some crochet helpful, but not mandatory Included: Handouts and a pattern Instructor: Mae Lambert MORE ADVANCED KNITTING TECHNIQUES AND PROJECTS Class: Beginning Brioche Cost: $55 Dates/Time: Session 1 - Tuesday mornings, January 23 & 30 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm Session 2 - Saturday afternoon, February 10 & 17 from 1:00-3:00 pm Skills Learned: Learn the basics of two-color brioche knitting and make a brioche hat or cowl. Brioche knitting creates a double layered fabric that is both warm and visually interesting. Prerequisites: Must be competent to independently do a long-tail cast-on, knit and purl Included: Two colors of yarn, pattern, stitch marker Additional Info: Bring your own 16 circular needles, US size 5 for knitting your project and US size 8 for casting on your stitches and US 5 double-point needles (not included, but available for purchase) 4 Mother of Purl Yarn Shop 541 US Route 1, Freeport, ME 04032 207-869-5280 motherofpurlyarnshop@gmail.com
Class: Advanced Brioche Hat Cost: $65 Dates/Time: Tuesday mornings, February 6 & 13 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm Skills Learned: Frost on Leaves, a wonderful brioche hat, allows you to expand and challenge your brioche skills, learn a new cast-on, learn several increase and decrease stitches, and practice using life lines. Prerequisites: Must have taken Beginning Brioche or equivalent and must be competent to independently do a long-tail cast-on, knit and purl Included: Yarn, pattern Additional Info: Bring 16 or 20 circular with 3.5 tips and double-point US size 5 needles (not included, but available for purchase) Class: Advanced Brioche Scarf Cost: $80 Dates/Time: Saturday afternoons, January 20 & 27 from 1:00-3:00 pm Skills Learned: The Hosta Brioche Scarf is a beautiful brioche project that allows you to expand and challenge your brioche skills, learn several increase and decrease stitches as well as practice using life lines and brioche charts. Prerequisites: Must have taken Beginning Brioche or equivalent and must be competent to independently do a long-tail cast-on, knit and purl Included: Yarn, pattern Additional Info: Bring 24 circular US size 6, a size D or F crochet hook or Handi-Tool (not included but available for purchase) Class: Sweater Boot Camp Cost: $75* Dates/Time: Saturday mornings, February 17, March 3 & 17, April 14 from 9:00-11:00 am Duration: 4 classes, each class is 2 hours Skills Learned: Have you always wanted to make a sweater but haven t had the confidence to jump in? Or have you thrown up your hands in frustration when a sweater you made didn t fit correctly? This class may be just what you need. Mother of Purl is now offering Amy Herzog s Custom Fit Program in the shop (see pg. 7 for more information on the Custom Fit Program). This program allows you to choose from Amy s patterns (there s over 80 of them) and any yarn, combined with your specific measurements and gauge to generate a customized pattern just for you. In this class you will learn how to use the Custom Fit Program to create a sweater that fits you! First we ll take a detailed set of your measurements and help you choose your pattern and yarn (cost of yarn is not included in the class price). Then we ll show you how to make a high-quality swatch and determine your unique gauge, a must for accurate sizing. The Custom Fit system will do all the math and generate a personalized sweater pattern based on your exact measurements and gauge. Finally, you ll begin knitting your sweater with the instructor helping you through the whole project. *Note: Yarn is not included in the class price, but you will receive a 20% class discount for your yarn purchase. Prerequisites: Must be an intermediate knitter and be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off. Not sure if you re qualified? Give us a call to discuss, 207-869-5280. Included: A complete custom pattern personalized for your measurements and gauge, instruction to take you through the Custom Fit process as well as coaching and troubleshooting as you knit your project. Additional Info: Yarn and needles are not included. You will choose and purchase the yarn for a sweater during the first class meeting so that you can knit your gauge swatch. Class time will be dedicated to troubleshooting and answering questions. You should be prepared to do much of the knitting outside of class. Instructor: Sue Pearson Mother of Purl Yarn Shop 541 US Route 1, Freeport, ME 04032 207-869-5280 motherofpurlyarnshop@gmail.com 5
Class: Socks Two-at-a-Time Toe-Up Cost: $85 Dates/Time: Wednesday mornings, January 31, Feb. 7, 14 & 21 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm Duration: 4 classes, each class is 2 hours Skills Learned: Learn this method of knitting two socks at once using one needle and Judy Becker s magic cast on. This is a great way to create two socks that are the same and avoid the one-sock knitting problem. When you knit two-at-a-time, when you re done you re done! Prerequisites: For intermediate knitters who have knit a pair of socks previously, MUST be competent to independently cast on, knit and purl Included: 1 skein sock yarn, needles, pattern Additional Info: Class will have homework Class: Mobius Cowl Cost: $35 Dates/Time: Thursday evening, February 1 from 5:00-7:00 pm Duration: One 2-hour class Skills Learned: A mobius cowl includes a half twist giving this cowl a unique look. In this class you ll learn this interesting cast-on method, linen stitch and make a small, colorful cowl with a twist! Prerequisites: You MUST be competent to independently cast on, knit, purl and bind-off. Included: 1 skein Noro Silk Garden yarn in a color of your choice, pattern Additional Info: Bring your own 40 circular size 9 needles and a stitch marker (not included but available for purchase) Class: Riblet Shawlette Cost: $45 Dates/Time: Wednesday morning, March 14 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm Skills Learned: This is a great first small shawl project which will teach you how to start from just a few stitches and, by using increases and decreases, create a gracefully shaped shawlette. In addition you ll learn how to make a very crisp-looking i-cord edge. This class will get you started on your project, a simple, yet elegant, asymmetrical shawlette. Prerequisites: MUST be competent to independently cast on, knit, purl and bind-off Included: 1 skein Painted Desert yarn in a color of your choice, pattern Additional Info: Bring your own 24 size 6 needles (not included but available for purchase) TIME KNITTING HELP Weekly Problem Solving Session at Mother of Purl - 2 sessions now! Having trouble with a project? Dropped a stitch? Don t know how to put your sweater together? Can t figure out how to start up again? We re here to help! Group Drop-In Sessions - 2 Sessions Now Available Wednesdays 10:00 am-12:00 pm Thursdays 3:00-5:00 pm Sessions cost $15.00 for each 2-hour group sessions, or you can purchase a 4-session punch card for $55.00 Individual Appointments for more focused, one-on-one sessions can be made with any of our employees. Sessions cost $20 per hour and can be made by calling or emailing us at the shop. Reach us at Mother of Purl at 207-869-5280 or motherofpurlyarnshop@gmail.com. 6 Mother of Purl Yarn Shop 541 US Route 1, Freeport, ME 04032 207-869-5280 motherofpurlyarnshop@gmail.com
Learn to Knit a Sweater That Fits! Mother of Purl Introduces A program that lets you customize a sweater pattern to your exact measurements and knitting gauge for that custom fit. Amy Herzog has developed a way to generate patterns based on your specific measurements and knitting gauge that takes the guesswork out of sizing a sweater pattern. Mother of Purl Custom Fit Measuring Service For $25 you can make a one-hour appointment to work one-on-one with a Mother of Purl sales associate to get measured and set up your Custom Fit account. We will then walk you through the process of choosing a sweater design and yarn to knit your swatches on your own. Finally you will enter all your custom details and get a Custom Fit sweater pattern created specifically for you. Price includes measuring session, guidance on data entry, assistance in pattern and yarn selection and swatching, as well as the customized pattern. Make an appointment to get your own Custom Fit pattern by calling us at 207-869-5280 or emailing us at motherofpurlyarnshop@gmail.com. Mother of Purl Yarn Shop 541 US Route 1, Freeport, ME 04032 207-869-5280 motherofpurlyarnshop@gmail.com 7
OUR KNITTING COMMUNITY Weekly Sit-and-Knit Sessions at Mother of Purl - FREE and open to anyone! Tuesday - 10:00 am-12:00 pm Thursday - 5:00-8:00 pm REGISTRATION AND OTHER DETAILS How to Register: Currently we take registrations by phone and in person. Call Mother of Purl or stop by the shop during business hours and we will happily register you for one of our classes. Payment must be received at the time of registration. I m sorry but we cannot hold a spot without payment. We hope our online registration system will be up and running shortly. Check our website for further information about signing up online. Questions? Give us a call or send us an email and we d be happy to assist you. Our phone number is 207-869-5280 and our email is motherofpurlyarnshop@gmail.com Cancellation Policy: You must cancel by phone or in-person by close of business 3 days prior to the day the class is scheduled in order to receive a full refund. No refunds will be given after that time unless we can fill your spot. Mother of Purl Yarn Shop 541 US Route 1 Freeport, Maine 04032 207-869-5280, motherofpurlyarnshop@gmail.com, www.motherofpurlyarn.com Hours: M, Tu, W, F, Sat - 10:00 am-5:00 pm, Th - 10:00 am-8:00 pm, Sun - 11:00 am-4:00 pm 8 Mother of Purl Yarn Shop 541 US Route 1, Freeport, ME 04032 207-869-5280 motherofpurlyarnshop@gmail.com