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Men's Knit2Gether

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 16:32:01 -0400

Start: 12/03/2008 - 7:00pm

End: 12/03/2008 - 9:00pm

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!

Fair Isle Fingerless Gloves

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 19:40:47 -0400

Start: 12/03/2008 - 7:00pm

End: 12/03/2008 - 9:00pm

Make a beautiful pair of fingerless gloves, working two colors at the same time.

This is an intermediate class. You must know how to work two colors at the same time in the round. (Fair Isle Basics will prepare you for this class).

Materials to be announced.

Homework to be announced.

Taught by Karen Schwartz

Learn to Knit

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 16:24:39 -0400

Start: 12/04/2008 - 7:00pm

End: 12/04/2008 - 9:00pm

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

Reversible Cable Scarf

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 21:37:13 -0500

Start: 12/06/2008 - 2:00pm

End: 12/06/2008 - 4:00pm

Still looking for a handmade gift for the holidays? This scarf is quick to knit, reversible, and fun too.

This is an advanced beginner project. You must be able to knit and purl in the same row.

Materials: 200+ yards of worsted weight yarn (220 yards makes a 48" long scarf). US 8 knitting needles, cable needle.

Taught by Ellen Graves. Saturday, Dec 6, 1-3 PM, $20.register

Keiko's Japanese Crochet Scarf

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 15:25:08 -0400

Start: 12/07/2008 - 2:00pm

End: 12/07/2008 - 4:00pm

Our fantastic Japanese crochet instructor will get you started making a beautiful scarf of crochet flowers. Start with a single flower and add one at a time, changing colors as you desire. Basic crochet skills required.
Sundays Dec 7, 14, 21 2-4PM $50

Learn to Crochet

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 21:33:52 -0500

Start: 12/09/2008 - 6:00pm

End: 12/09/2008 - 8:00pm

Get started crocheting from chains to double crochet. Learn to read a basic pattern, count stitches, and start enjoying crochet. Materials Included. Tuesday Dec 9, 6-8PM, $25. register

Crochet a Hat

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 22:17:13 -0500

Start: 12/10/2008 - 7:00pm

End: 12/10/2008 - 9:00pm

Now that you know some crochet basics, let's make a hat! Learn to crochet in the round and begin to read a basic crochet pattern.

Skill level is beginner to intermediate. Should know how to chain, slip stitch, and single crochet.

Materials: Bring 110-130 yards of dk weight wool and a size I/9 crochet hook.

No homework.

Taught by Karen King

Learn to Knit

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 16:25:21 -0400

Start: 12/11/2008 - 7:00pm

End: 12/11/2008 - 9:00pm

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

Needle Felt Fun

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 22:26:23 -0500

Start: 12/13/2008 - 1:00pm

End: 12/13/2008 - 3:00pm

Janie Cavalli will help you make your choice of the great needle felt Santas, Gnomes, Pigs, or Frogs kit. These are great fun to make and share. Materials included Sat Dec 13 1-3PM $30 register

Keiko's Japanese Crochet Scarf

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 21:12:40 -0500

Start: 12/14/2008 - 2:00pm

End: 12/14/2008 - 4:00pm

Knit a Hat

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 22:20:31 -0500

Start: 12/17/2008 - 7:00pm

End: 12/17/2008 - 9:00pm

Let's make a hat. The perfect thing for last-minute gift giving, hats are easy and fast.

Beginner to intermediate. Should know how to cast on, knit, and purl.

You'll learn how to join for knitting in the round, about decreasing, and about I-chord if time permits.

Materials: Bring 250 yards of worsted weight wool (or heavier) and needles for your favorite way to work in the round. (Dpns and a 16" circular needle recommended.)

No homework.

Taught by Karen King

Finish Your Holiday Project

Sat, 29 Nov 2008 00:53:41 -0500

Start: 12/18/2008 - 6:00pm

End: 12/18/2008 - 8:00pm

Need time, space or a little help to finish your gift? We have it. Join Ellen for a free knitting and crochet session to complete your gifts. We’ll have hot chocolate and treats to enjoy. Thursday Dec 18 6-8PM FREE!

Finish Your Project Time

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 20:09:05 -0400

Start: 12/18/2008 - 7:00pm

End: 12/18/2008 - 9:00pm

Need a little time, space, and support to get those holiday gifts completed? Bring your projects and we'll provide the space and support.

This is a class for any level knitter or crocheter.

Taught by Ellen Graves register

Knit a Hat

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 22:21:25 -0500

Start: 12/20/2008 - 1:00pm

End: 12/20/2008 - 3:00pm

Let's make a hat. The perfect thing for last-minute gift giving, hats are easy and fast.

Beginner to intermediate. Should know how to cast on, knit, and purl.

You'll learn how to join for knitting in the round, about decreasing, and about I-chord if time permits.

Materials: Bring 250 yards of worsted weight wool (or heavier) and needles for your favorite way to work in the round. (Dpns and a 16" circular needle recommended.)

No homework.

Taught by Karen King

Keiko's Japanese Crochet Scarf

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 21:13:21 -0500

Start: 12/21/2008 - 2:00pm

End: 12/21/2008 - 4:00pm

Continental Knitting

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 22:13:29 -0500

Start: 12/27/2008 - 1:00pm

End: 12/27/2008 - 3:00pm

Learn how to hold the yarn in your left hand as you knit, allowing you to possibly improve your knitting speed and definitely work two-color stranding techniques better. Saturday Dec 27 1-3 PM $20

Learn to Crochet

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 21:32:58 -0500

Start: 01/03/2009 - 1:00pm

End: 01/03/2009 - 3:00pm

Get started crocheting from chains to double crochet. Learn to read a basic pattern, count stitches, and start enjoying crochet. Materials Included. Saturday Jan 3 1-3 PM $25 register

Toe-Up Socks

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:20:37 -0500

Start: 01/06/2009 - 6:00pm

End: 01/06/2009 - 8:00pm

Start the New Year by learning to make your own socks from the toe up. You will learn circular knitting, short rows, and knit bind-off Tuesdays Jan 6,13,20 (3 Sessions) $50 register

Men's Knit2Gether

Sat, 29 Nov 2008 01:00:24 -0500

Start: 01/07/2009 - 5:00pm

End: 01/07/2009 - 7:00pm

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!

Hemlock Ring Blanket Knit Along

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:38:45 -0500

Start: 01/07/2009 - 7:00pm

End: 01/07/2009 - 9:00pm

Create your own circular lace blanket based on an old pattern that’s been updated with new yarn. Learn basic circular lace techniques, including casting on for circular lace. Wednesdays Jan 7,21, Feb 4 (3 Sessions) $50 register brooklyntweed's Hemlock Ring Blanket

Learn to Knit

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 21:22:00 -0500

Start: 01/08/2009 - 6:00pm

End: 01/08/2009 - 8:00pm

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 Jan 8 & 15 6-8 PM $45 register

Great American Afghan Knit Along

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 21:55:26 -0500

Start: 01/12/2009 - 6:00pm

End: 01/12/2009 - 8:00pm

Make 2009 a year to improve your knitting skills while knitting a beautiful afghan. There will be 26 sessions throughout the year, each for a new square. Each square requires less than 1 skein of Cascade 220. Materials must be purchased at K2TOG and you can buy them as you need them.

We will meet every 2nd, 4th & 5th Monday 6-8PM. $5/session.

Toe-Up Socks

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:19:53 -0500

Start: 01/13/2009 - 6:00pm

End: 01/13/2009 - 8:00pm

Start the New Year by learning to make your own socks from the toe up. You will learn circular knitting, short rows, and knit bind-off Tuesdays Jan 6,13,20 (3 Sessions) $50 register

Top-Down Socks

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:23:29 -0500

Start: 01/14/2009 - 7:00pm

End: 01/14/2009 - 9:00pm

Learn to make socks and take advantage of all the great sock yarns around. Learn circular knitting, toe gussets, and kitchener stitch. Wednesdays Jan 14,28, Feb 11 (3 Sessions) $50 register

Learn to Knit

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 21:24:32 -0500

Start: 01/15/2009 - 2:00pm

End: 01/15/2009 - 4:00pm

Crochet Granny Squares

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:50:51 -0500

Start: 01/17/2009 - 1:00pm

End: 01/17/2009 - 3:00pm

There’s a reason these are named the way they are, lots of grannies in the past have made blankets and afghans from this simple, fun technique. This is a great way to spend your time watching television and keeping yourself busy.
Saturday, Jan 17, 1-3PM, $20. register

Toe-Up Socks

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:21:33 -0500

Start: 01/20/2009 - 6:00pm

End: 01/20/2009 - 8:00pm

Start the New Year by learning to make your own socks from the toe up. You will learn circular knitting, short rows, and knit bind-off Tuesdays Jan 6,13,20 (3 Sessions) $50 register

Hemlock Ring Blanket Knit Along

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:40:05 -0500

Start: 01/21/2009 - 7:00pm

End: 01/21/2009 - 9:00pm

Seams

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:54:28 -0500

Start: 01/22/2009 - 6:00pm

End: 01/22/2009 - 8:00pm

Finishing your sweater can be painful or pleasant, all depending on your knowledge of the basics of putting together. Learn vertical and horizontal seams. Thursday Jan 22 6-8 PM $20 register

"Make Your First Sweater" Knit Along

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:43:23 -0500

Start: 01/24/2009 - 1:00pm

End: 01/24/2009 - 3:00pm

Take that next step past scarves and hats to make your first real garment. We will make a basic sweater with long sleeves, learning pattern reading, blocking, finishing and lots more as we work together. Saturdays Jan 24, Feb 7, 21, Mar 7, 21 (5 sessions) $10/session register

Great American Afghan Knit Along

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 21:58:51 -0500

Start: 01/26/2009 - 6:00pm

End: 01/26/2009 - 8:00pm

We will meet every 2nd, 4th & 5th Monday 6-8PM. $5/session.

Learn Lace Knitting

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:59:37 -0500

Start: 01/27/2009 - 6:00pm

End: 01/27/2009 - 8:00pm

Lace knitting is one of the most beautiful techniques you can do. It takes patience and practice to do well, though there are tips and tricks that will help you take on this beautiful skill. Learn how to read and follow lace charts, read your knitting, fix mistakes and lots more. Tuesday Jan 27 6-8 PM $20

Top-Down Socks

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:25:07 -0500

Start: 01/28/2009 - 7:00pm

End: 01/28/2009 - 9:00pm

Learn to make socks and take advantage of all the great sock yarns around. Learn circular knitting, toe gussets, and kitchener stitch. Wednesdays Jan 14,28, Feb 11 (3 Sessions) $50 register

Men's Knit2Gether

Sat, 29 Nov 2008 01:01:14 -0500

Start: 02/04/2009 - 5:00pm

End: 02/04/2009 - 7:00pm

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!

Hemlock Ring Blanket Knit Along

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:40:50 -0500

Start: 02/04/2009 - 7:00pm

End: 02/04/2009 - 9:00pm

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Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:44:48 -0500

Start: 02/07/2009 - 1:00pm

End: 02/07/2009 - 3:00pm

Great American Afghan Knit Along

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 22:01:32 -0500

Start: 02/09/2009 - 6:00pm

End: 02/09/2009 - 8:00pm

We will meet every 2nd, 4th & 5th Monday 6-8PM. $5/session.

Top-Down Socks

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:25:56 -0500

Start: 02/11/2009 - 7:00pm

End: 02/11/2009 - 9:00pm

Learn to make socks and take advantage of all the great sock yarns around. Learn circular knitting, toe gussets, and kitchener stitch. Wednesdays Jan 14,28, Feb 11 (3 Sessions) $50 register

"Make Your First Sweater" Knit Along

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:45:50 -0500

Start: 02/21/2009 - 1:00pm

End: 02/21/2009 - 3:00pm

Great American Afghan Knit Along

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 22:08:22 -0500

Start: 02/23/2009 - 6:00pm

End: 02/23/2009 - 8:00pm

We will meet every 2nd, 4th & 5th Monday 6-8PM. $5/session.

"Make Your First Sweater" Knit Along

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:46:56 -0500

Start: 03/07/2009 - 1:00pm

End: 03/07/2009 - 3:00pm