Join us for our first yarn tasting of the fall and winter season! We will be trying out some of our new and fun bulky weight yarns while noshing on s'mores cookies from our friends at Scuttlebutt Bakeshop. We will provide pattern inspirations for knit and crochet. Please plan to bring needles or hooks sized […]
Join us for a special yarn tasting, where we will learn more about the unique characteristics of woolenspun yarns. This unique method of spinning yarn creates a finished strand that is lighter and loftier than the more common worsted spun yarns. We will discuss the two methods of commercially spun yarn and taste the […]
Embellish your hand knit gifts by adding embroidered details to sweaters and accessories. Learn basic embroidery stitches as well as tips and tricks for stitching on knits with tapestry wool or yarn from your own stash. Homework: Students will need to bring an 8” x 8” practice swatch plus an accessory, sweater, Christmas stocking or […]
This class is about using sequence knitting to create beautiful textured triangular shawls. Each student will receive the eBook Three Sequence Knitting Shawls with the patterns for Anywhere, Conversing, and Careful as part of the class. All three shawls will be swatched in class. We’ll also cover what yarns are best suited to the patterns […]
Who doesn’t love zig zag patterns!? In this class we’ll learn about different zig zag structures, challenges of working with zig zags, and swatch a couple of my favorites. You will be ready to cast on a scarf or shawl right after class. Skills needed: This workshop is suitable for advanced beginners and beyond. Students […]
Layered Sequence Knitting is an exciting extension of sequence knitting. By taking simple one row sequence knitting patterns and layering them you can create a wide range of more complex reversible textures. You will swatch some interesting examples, and we’ll talk about how this con- cept can be applied to knit–purl patterns, lace, slip-stitch patterns […]
Shetland is known worldwide for its exquisite lace knitting and distinctive Fair Isle colorwork knitting. Less known is how these arts are born out of a culture of thrift and economy, both in materials and time. In this lecture, Mary Jane and Gudrun take you for a behind-the-scenes look at the making of their new […]
During this workshop we will look at the various methods used when steeking your knitting. Working from a swatch, we will primarily focus on the crocheted reinforcement method but other methods will be discussed and demonstrated. If you’re brave enough you can even try the Shetland method of no reinforcement! We will also cover picking […]
This lively course will introduce the basics of color selection for fair isle knitting. We will learn about the use of color over the years in traditional Fair Isle knitting and move beyond developing our own personal color schemes. We’ll analyze how different color combinations can completely change how a motif looks. Knitting a simple […]
In this class we will look at the fundamentals of what makes up Shetland Lace, construction methods, stitch patterns and the wool itself. We will see how knitted lace items, from the intricate and delicate ring shawls to the everyday hap, have played a significant role in Shetland’s textile history. Using examples from Gudrun and […]
Monday - Wednesday,
Friday-Saturday:
10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Thursday
10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Sunday
12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
