Events
06 / 23
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06 / 24
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Did you know there is more than one way to work a bind off? Come find out just how many there are. Beginner+ Bring smooth yarn and needles. Homework will be posted on the website and in the shop.Tuesday June 24 6-8PM $20 | ||
06 / 25
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Open yourself to the possibilities of lace. Learn yo, k2tog, ssk and other techniques used in lace patterns, along with learning how to read charted lace patterns while making a beautiful garment. Must be able to knit and purl. Bring light colored DK or lace weight yarn and appropriate needles, and stitch markers. Pattern provided. Wednesdays June 18,25 July 2,9, 16,237-9 PM $60 | ||
06 / 26
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm
Learn how to make this one piece garter and lace baby sweater. Bring worsted weight yarn and appropriate needles to get 5sts/1” gauge & tapestry needle. Pattern included. Check the website for homework before class.Thursdays June 19 & 26 6-8 PM $50 | ||
06 / 27
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06 / 28
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 3:30 pm
Learn how to knit a baby hat from a basic ‘recipe’ and get past that fear of double point needles. Bring worsted weight yarn, size 8 double point needles, tapestry needles & markers. Saturday June 28 2-3:30 $20 | ||
06 / 29
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06 / 30
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07 / 1
Start: 6:00 pm
We’re liberating ourselves from the fear of how colors go together! We’ll be using watercolors to experiment and then knitting samples of color mixes. Bring whatever you have in your stash and needles that will work. Tuesdays July 1,8 6-8PM $40 | ||
07 / 2
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Open yourself to the possibilities of lace. Learn yo, k2tog, ssk and other techniques used in lace patterns, along with learning how to read charted lace patterns while making a beautiful garment. Must be able to knit and purl. Bring light colored DK or lace weight yarn and appropriate needles, and stitch markers. Pattern provided. Wednesdays June 18,25 July 2,9, 16,237-9 PM $60 | ||
07 / 3
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07 / 4
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07 / 5
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm
Felted flowers are great additions to that hat or scarf you make as a gift. Learn how to make these simple and fun decorations. The class is free and we ask you to contribute one flower to support our This Old Bag donations. Saturday July 5 1-3 PMSaturday August 16 1-3 PM | ||
07 / 6
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07 / 7
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07 / 8
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
We’re liberating ourselves from the fear of how colors go together! We’ll be using watercolors to experiment and then knitting samples of color mixes. Bring whatever you have in your stash and needles that will work. Tuesdays July 1,8 6-8PM $40 | ||
07 / 9
Start: 7:00 am
End: 9:00 pm
Open yourself to the possibilities of lace. Learn yo, k2tog, ssk and other techniques used in lace patterns, along with learning how to read charted lace patterns while making a beautiful garment. Must be able to knit and purl. Bring light colored DK or lace weight yarn and appropriate needles, and stitch markers. Pattern provided. Wednesdays June 18,25 July 2,9, 16,237-9 PM $60 | ||
07 / 10
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Get started crocheting from chains to double crochet. Learn to read a basic pattern, count stitches, and start enjoying crochet. Materials Included. Thursday July 10 6-8 PM $25Saturday August 9 2-4 PM $25 | ||
07 / 11
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07 / 12
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm
Get started knitting from casting on to binding off. Learn how to knit and purl, fix some mistakes and start enjoying knitting. Each class is two sessions with time to practice in between. Materials Included. Thursdays June 5 & 12 6-8 PM $45Saturdays July 12 & 19 2-4 PM $45 Thursdays August 7 & 14 6-8 PM $45 | ||
07 / 13
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm
Learn to make Ellen’s favorite sock recipe using short rows for toe and heel and a crochet cast on. Bring LIGHT colored sock yarn, appropriate needles, crochet hook and coil-less pins. Must be able to knit circularly. Sundays July 13,20,27 2-4 PM $45 | ||
07 / 14
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07 / 15
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Time to start making those Christmas gifts so we can be sane in December. We’ll have lots of one-skein suggestions and ideas for great Christmas presents. Tuesday July 15 6-8 PM Free | ||
07 / 16
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Open yourself to the possibilities of lace. Learn yo, k2tog, ssk and other techniques used in lace patterns, along with learning how to read charted lace patterns while making a beautiful garment. Must be able to knit and purl. Bring light colored DK or lace weight yarn and appropriate needles, and stitch markers. Pattern provided. Wednesdays June 18,25 July 2,9, 16,237-9 PM $60 | ||
07 / 17
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Stretch yourself into this great circular lace washcloth. Learn how to work lace in the round from the center. If you really get going, this pattern makes a great throw! Bring cotton fingering weight yarn, size 4 double-point and 16” circular needle. Pattern included.Thursdays July 17 & 24 6-8 PM $45 | ||
07 / 18
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07 / 19
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm
Get started knitting from casting on to binding off. Learn how to knit and purl, fix some mistakes and start enjoying knitting. Each class is two sessions with time to practice in between. Materials Included. Thursdays June 5 & 12 6-8 PM $45Saturdays July 12 & 19 2-4 PM $45 Thursdays August 7 & 14 6-8 PM $45 | ||
07 / 20
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm
Learn to make Ellen’s favorite sock recipe using short rows for toe and heel and a crochet cast on. Bring LIGHT colored sock yarn, appropriate needles, crochet hook and coil-less pins. Must be able to knit circularly. Sundays July 13,20,27 2-4 PM $45 | ||
07 / 21
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07 / 22
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Looking for a fun summer project that isn’t too large? Learn these great socks that are knitted flat and sewn together. Fun and simple! Bring baby weight yarn, size 5 straight needles, tapestry needle. Pattern provided.Tuesdays July 22 & 29 6-8 PM $45 | ||
07 / 23
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Open yourself to the possibilities of lace. Learn yo, k2tog, ssk and other techniques used in lace patterns, along with learning how to read charted lace patterns while making a beautiful garment. Must be able to knit and purl. Bring light colored DK or lace weight yarn and appropriate needles, and stitch markers. Pattern provided. Wednesdays June 18,25 July 2,9, 16,237-9 PM $60 | ||
07 / 24
Start: 6:00 pm
Stretch yourself into this great circular lace washcloth. Learn how to work lace in the round from the center. If you really get going, this pattern makes a great throw! Bring cotton fingering weight yarn, size 4 double-point and 16” circular needle. Pattern included.Thursdays July 17 & 24 6-8 PM $45 | ||
07 / 25
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07 / 26
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm
Challenge yourself to some fun. Join us to knit a mystery project in 2 hours – a different project each session. Check the website or store 1 week in advance for materials list. $40Saturday June 21 1-3 PM Saturday July 26 1-3 PM Saturday August 23 1-3 PM | ||
07 / 27
Start: 4:00 pm
The Knitting Guild of America has a three-phase program that takes you through knitting techniques until you become a Master Knitter. Meet with others going through the program and peer review your work and get support and encouragement. Fourth Sunday each month 4-5 PM FreeStart: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Learn to make Ellen’s favorite sock recipe using short rows for toe and heel and a crochet cast on. Bring LIGHT colored sock yarn, appropriate needles, crochet hook and coil-less pins. Must be able to knit circularly. Sundays July 13,20,27 2-4 PM $45 | ||
07 / 28
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07 / 29
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Looking for a fun summer project that isn’t too large? Learn these great socks that are knitted flat and sewn together. Fun and simple! Bring baby weight yarn, size 5 straight needles, tapestry needle. Pattern provided.Tuesdays July 22 & 29 6-8 PM $45 | ||
07 / 30
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07 / 31
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Time to get into the new crochet craze. These cute critters are the craze in Japan. They are fun, quick and simple. Stop in the shop to spot one or two. Bring worsted weight yarn, crochet hook, tapestry needle. Pattern and stuffing will be provided.Thursday July 31 6-8 PM $30 | ||
08 / 1
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08 / 2
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08 / 3
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08 / 4
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08 / 5
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
There is a great technique for making cables that will make your scarf or shawl reversible. It’s simple, intriguing, and fun. Bring light colored, worsted weight yarn, size 8 needles, cable needle. Tuesday August 5 6-8 PM $20 | ||
08 / 6
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08 / 7
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Get started knitting from casting on to binding off. Learn how to knit and purl, fix some mistakes and start enjoying knitting. Each class is two sessions with time to practice in between. Materials Included. Thursdays June 5 & 12 6-8 PM $45Saturdays July 12 & 19 2-4 PM $45 Thursdays August 7 & 14 6-8 PM $45 | ||
08 / 8
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08 / 9
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm
Get started crocheting from chains to double crochet. Learn to read a basic pattern, count stitches, and start enjoying crochet. Materials Included. Thursday July 10 6-8 PM $25Saturday August 9 2-4 PM $25 | ||
08 / 10
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08 / 11
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08 / 12
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08 / 13
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Learn to make a sweater. Choose from two patterns, Mr. Greenjeans from knitty.com or the Brushed Lace Cardigan from Interweave Knits Winter 2007. Work with your teacher and classmates for 6 consecutive weeks to create the garment you've always known you could make. Wednesdays, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, and 9/17. 7-9PM. | ||
08 / 14
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm
Get started knitting from casting on to binding off. Learn how to knit and purl, fix some mistakes and start enjoying knitting. Each class is two sessions with time to practice in between. Materials Included. Thursdays June 5 & 12 6-8 PM $45Saturdays July 12 & 19 2-4 PM $45 Thursdays August 7 & 14 6-8 PM $45 | ||
08 / 15
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08 / 16
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 3:00 pm
Felted flowers are great additions to that hat or scarf you make as a gift. Learn how to make these simple and fun decorations. The class is free and we ask you to contribute one flower to support our This Old Bag donations. Saturday July 5 1-3 PMSaturday August 16 1-3 PM | ||
08 / 17
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08 / 18
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08 / 19
Start: 6:00 pm
A great Christmas present that teaches you those pesky short rows. The great thing is that once you get going, it’s really easy. Bring worsted weight yarn, size 8 needle. Pattern included.Tuesday August 19 6-8 PM $20 | ||
08 / 20
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Learn to make a sweater. Choose from two patterns, Mr. Greenjeans from knitty.com or the Brushed Lace Cardigan from Interweave Knits Winter 2007. Work with your teacher and classmates for 6 consecutive weeks to create the garment you've always known you could make. Wednesdays, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, and 9/17. 7-9PM. | ||
08 / 21
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Knit yourself a reusable folding market bag that tells the world (or Berkeley at least) that you are an environmentally responsible knitter. Bring worsted weight cotton yarn, size 8 needle.Pattern provided. Thursdays August 21 & 28 $40 | ||
08 / 22
Start: 12:46 pm
Learn how to make your own pullover using EZ's percentage system. It's easy, logical, and lots of fun. You will complete a pullover of your choice that fits the wearer exactly.
Be prepared to do a little (just a little) math.
This is an intermediate class. You must be able to knit, purl, increase, decrease, and work in the round.
Materials: Bring 1500- 2000 yards of worsted weight yarn, US 7 or 8 24" circular needles, notebook and pencil.
Homework: Work a gauge swatch (at least 5" X 5") in stockinette st.
Taught by Karen Schwartz register | ||
08 / 23
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08 / 24
Start: 4:00 pm
End: 5:00 pm
The Knitting Guild of America has a three-phase program that takes you through knitting techniques until you become a Master Knitter. Meet with others going through the program and peer review your work and get support and encouragement. Fourth Sunday each month 4-5 PM Free | ||
08 / 25
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08 / 26
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08 / 27
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Learn to make a sweater. Choose from two patterns, Mr. Greenjeans from knitty.com or the Brushed Lace Cardigan from Interweave Knits Winter 2007. Work with your teacher and classmates for 6 consecutive weeks to create the garment you've always known you could make. Wednesdays, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, and 9/17. 7-9PM. | ||
08 / 28
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08 / 29
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08 / 30
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08 / 31
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09 / 1
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09 / 2
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09 / 3
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Learn to make a sweater. Choose from two patterns, Mr. Greenjeans from knitty.com or the Brushed Lace Cardigan from Interweave Knits Winter 2007. Work with your teacher and classmates for 6 consecutive weeks to create the garment you've always known you could make. Wednesdays, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, and 9/17. 7-9PM. Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Hang out with the other guys who knit and swap tips and tricks.
Call the shop (510-526-9276) to reserve a space. Food is provided!
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09 / 4
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Get started knitting from casting on to binding off. Learn how to knit and purl, fix some mistakes and start enjoying knitting. Each class is two sessions with time to practice in between. Materials Included. Taught by Ellen Graves. | ||
09 / 5
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09 / 6
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm
Learn to make a great pair of felt clogs to wear around the house this winter or give as a holiday gift. When you are knitting them they are big enough for the Abominable Snowman, but after felting, they will fit great.
This is a great project for anyone who can knit and purl. You will learn to read a pattern, circular knitting, the M1 increase, and felting techniques.
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09 / 7
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09 / 8
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09 / 9
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Increases and decreases are everywhere in knitting projects, but which one do you use? We will learn M1, Bar Increase, k2tog, SSK, SKP and how to make mirror image increases and decreases both knitting and purling.
This is a beginner+ class. You must be comfortable knitting and purling.
Materials required: 200 yards of worsted weight yarn and US 7 or 8 knitting needles. We will be making sample swatches to keep for future reference.
Taught by Janie Cavalli.
register
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09 / 10
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Learn to make a sweater. Choose from two patterns, Mr. Greenjeans from knitty.com or the Brushed Lace Cardigan from Interweave Knits Winter 2007. Work with your teacher and classmates for 6 consecutive weeks to create the garment you've always known you could make. Wednesdays, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, and 9/17. 7-9PM. | ||
09 / 11
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Get started knitting from casting on to binding off. Learn how to knit and purl, fix some mistakes and start enjoying knitting. Two sessions with time to practice in between. Materials included. $45 register | ||
09 / 12
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09 / 13
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm
You will learn how to knit and felt the whimsical Watermelon Bag, including how to read a pattern, understand how felting shrinks, M1 increase, picking up stitches, and three needle bindoff.
This is a beginner+ class - you only need to be able to knit!
Materials required: Watermelon Bag Kit containing "Three Bags Fulled" book, Crystal Palace Fjord 2 balls Rose Petal, 2 balls Fern, and 1 ball Ivory and beads for finishing.
1 US 11 26" circular needle; US 11 straight needles for 3 needle bind-off are not included in the kit.
Taught by Janie Cavalli
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09 / 14
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09 / 15
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09 / 16
Start: 6:00 am
End: 8:00 am
Open yourself to the possibilities of lace. Learn yo, k2tog, skp and other techniques used in lace patterns. You will learn how to read written and charted lace patterns.
This is a beginner+ class so you must be able to knit and purl comfortably.
Materials: Bring 100 yards of light colored worsted weight yarn and size 7 or 8 knitting needles, and stitch markers.
Taught by Ellen Graves register | ||
09 / 17
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Learn to make a sweater. Choose from two patterns, Mr. Greenjeans from knitty.com or the Brushed Lace Cardigan from Interweave Knits Winter 2007. Work with your teacher and classmates for 6 consecutive weeks to create the garment you've always known you could make. Wednesdays, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, and 9/17. 7-9PM. | ||
09 / 18
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Learn the secret to knitting a moebius in one continuous piece. It's
all in the cast on. Prepare to be a beginner again, because it's like
no other. We'll learn to cast on for a moebius scarf. Intermediate.
Should know knit and purl. Materials: Bring 200 yards of worsted weight wool and
a 47" long US 10 - US 11 needle. No homework. Taught by Karen King register | ||
09 / 19
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09 / 20
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Learn to make a great pair of felt clogs to wear around the house this winter or give as a holiday gift. When you are knitting them they are big enough for the Abominable Snowman, but after felting, they will fit great.
This is a great project for anyone who can knit and purl. You will learn to read a pattern, circular knitting, the M1 increase, and felting techniques.
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09 / 21
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09 / 22
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09 / 23
Start: 7:00 am
End: 9:00 pm
Introduce yourself to felt bags by making one or two mini bags that are great for holiday gift giving. You will learn all of the techniques used in making a felt bag and how to make a larger version on your own.
This is a beginner+ class so you should be able to knit and purl comfortably.
Materials:
Taught by Janie Cavalli.
register | ||
09 / 24
Start: 7:00 pm
Make cute little characters all in single crochet! We'll work a basic
owl pattern to start you on your amigarumi way. Intermediate. Should
know chain, slip stitch, and single crochet.Materials: Bring 75 yards of worsted
weight wool in one color, 50 yards each in 3 complementary colors, a
size F crochet hook, and small 1/4" buttons for eyes. Stuffing
provided. Homework between classes only.
Taught by Karen King. register
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09 / 25
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Learn how to make two socks or two sleeves or two of anything at the same time using Magic Loop or Two Circular Needles. This is a great way to make sure your socks match and get finished at the same time.
You will learn to knit circularly using Magic Loop on a single long circular needle and using two circulars at the same time.
This is a beginner+ class. You must be able to knit comfortably.
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09 / 26
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09 / 27
Start: 1:00 pm
You will learn how to knit and felt the whimsical Watermelon Bag, including how to read a pattern, understand how felting shrinks, M1 increase, picking up stitches, and three needle bindoff.
This is a beginner+ class - you only need to be able to knit!
Materials required: Watermelon Bag Kit containing "Three Bags Fulled" book, Crystal Palace Fjord 2 balls Rose Petal, 2 balls Fern, and 1 ball Ivory and beads for finishing.
1 US 11 26" circular needle; US 11 straight needles for 3 needle bind-off are not included in the kit.
Taught by Janie Cavalli
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09 / 28
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09 / 29
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09 / 30
Start: 7:00 am
Introduce yourself to felt bags by making one or two mini bags that are great for holiday gift giving. You will learn all of the techniques used in making a felt bag and how to make a larger version on your own.
This is a beginner+ class so you should be able to knit and purl comfortably.
Materials:
Taught by Janie Cavalli.
register
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10 / 1
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Hang out with the other guys who knit and swap tips and tricks.
Call the shop (510-526-9276) to reserve a space. Food is provided!
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Make cute little characters all in single crochet! We'll work a basic
owl pattern to start you on your amigarumi way. Intermediate. Should
know chain, slip stitch, and single crochet.Materials: Bring 75 yards of worsted
weight wool in one color, 50 yards each in 3 complementary colors, a
size F crochet hook, and small 1/4" buttons for eyes. Stuffing
provided. Homework between classes only.
Taught by Karen King. register
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