FEBRUARY 2012

Happy Valentines Day ~ Happy First Day of Spring ~ Happy Presidents Day ~ Happy Groundhog Day ~ Happy St. Patrick’s Day! There are lots of fun celebration days coming up in the next two months and as winter goes by and spring begins, how about joining us for a new project?

We think we have chosen some small but fun things that won’t stretch the dollar to far but still challenge us a little. Knit, crochet, spin along with us! Below is an outline of upcoming events – if you need more details please contact Suzanne at the yarn shop 989-449-4444.

To start things off, HOW ABOUT HATS? Let’s do TWELVE IN 2012! If you’re a member of the online community Ravelry, you might have read about lots of group attempting to do twelve of something this year – 12 sweaters, 12 pairs of socks or mittens, 12 granny squares, spin 12 pounds of fiber – you get the idea. For us, the idea came a little bit late, so we’ve missed January, but beginning in February we are going to have a kal each month for hats. Like socks, hats are a small project that gives you the opportunity to learn a new technique, try a new yarn or knit a simple old favorite without breaking the bank. If you don’t need a hat for yourself or anyone you know, we’re always looking for donations to our hat charity. The goal will be to knit or crochet twelve over the year, but if that’s stretching things to much, don’t fret it and still plan to join in when you can. We’ll kick things off on Wednesday morning February 1 and Monday evening, February 6. This will be a relaxed, not many rules kal (or crochet along). If you have any questions, please check with Suzanne at the yarn shop, 989-449-4444.

SPECIALS OF THE MONTH ~ 10% off all single patterns; 15% off if you are an Open Knit member

OPEN KNIT is every Monday evening from 6-8pm and Wednesday Morning from 10-12am
There is a $5.00 fee to participate per month, but this includes either sessions and entitles you to a 10% discount on all your supplies for the monthly project.

HOW ABOUT HATS Wednesday, February 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 10 am till noon and/or
Monday February 6, 13, 20 & 27 from 6 to 8 pm.
Chose your favorite hat pattern if you have one! We’d like to hear about both knit and crochet and if you have an example of a finished hat, please bring it to share. If you don’t already have a favorite, we’ll have some pattern suggestions on hand - for example, the latest issue of Interweave’s Knitscene magazine has at least four different hat patterns and the winter issue of KnitSimple has seven! Both of these publications are available at the yarn shop). If you do bring a favorite hat to show us, please remember to respect the copyright of any pattern you may have used and do not share unless the pattern writer allows it!

BEGIN KNITTING A HAT Monday, February 6 & 13 from 6-8 pm or
Saturday, February 11 from 10am till 2 pm
A basic class to help you start knitting in the round! Expand on your Beginning knitting skills and work on a simple hat. Instructor: Suzanne Cost: $15

SIP 'N SOCKS: Monday February 6, 13, 20 & 27 from 6 to 8 pm.
Get in the spirit of Valentine’s Day with Maggie’s Heart Patterned Sock. A simple sock made with worsted weight yarn, actually a variation of last months Sip 'n Sock Coffee Cup pattern only this time with hearts!

You will need a main color of yarn and a small amount of contrasting color – how about pink and white; red and white or pink and red? Pattern will be available at the yarn shop.
Cost to participate is $5 for the month, which entitles you to 10% off yarn for the project. PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT a learn to knit class but rather a knit-a-long where we chose a pattern and yarn to work on together, but there are always knitters who are willing to help out if you have problems with a pattern - we can work through it together!

BEGINNING KNITTING, Monday, February 13, 20, & 27 from 6-8pm or Saturday February 11 & 25 from 10-2.
A basic class to help you start knitting! Learn to cast on, knit, purl and bind-off, then finish by making a buttonhole scarf (one skein project). Instructor: Suzanne Cost: $20 Homework required.

SPINNING FOR SOCK YARN, Saturday, February 25, 10 am till noon
Are you a spinner who would like to make your own sock yarn? There are some hints and tips that can help you, both in choice of fibers and how you spin the yarn and we are going to share them with you in this informal workshop.

Bring your spinning wheel and any fiber you have that you want to think about using for socks. Class will be from 10 am till noon, but we can stay and spin after lunch if you like! COST is $12 and includes handouts and some fiber samples. If you have questions about this workshop, please contact Cary Smith at 989-463-5630. NOTE: Pre-registration is required for this class so that instructor can prepare materials. Please reserve your spot by Wednesday February 22.

Jigsaw Puzzle Saturday, Saturday February 4, 11, 18, 25 9 -?
Puzzled what to do on Saturdays? Come in and help us put our puzzles together while enjoying the fellowship, a hot drink and maybe a bite to eat. Call 989-449-4444 for more details.

KNIT IN THE NEW YEAR ~ JANUARY 2012

JANUARY SPECIALS ~
Save 10% on regularly priced sock yarns, 15% off if you are a member of the Open Knit group

JANUARY CLASSES, KAL'S & EVENTS ~

OPEN KNIT
Monday evenings from 6-8pm; Wednesday mornings from 10-noon.
Cost is $5.00 per month, whether you come mornings or evenings or both! When you pay for the month, you are entitled to a 10% discount on all of your supplies!

SIP 'N SOCKS: Monday January 9, 16, 23 & 30 from 6 to 8 pm.

Our first Sip ‘n Sock of 2012 is a repeat from the past! We've had a request to knit an old favorite, the SIP ‘n SOCK COFFEE CUP pattern.

This is a simple sock, worked in worsted weight yarn. There is a small amount of colorwork but very easy to do. You will need a main color of yarn plus a small amount of contrasting color (you will probably want a pretty high contrast color so that your "coffee cup" will show up in the sock) If you have a copy of the pattern from before, just bring it along with you. If you need a copy, they will be available at the yarn shop.

Cost to participate is $5 for the month (covered by your “open knit” fee), which entitles you to 10% off yarn for the project. PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT a learn to knit class but rather a knit-a-long where we chose a pattern and yarn to work on together, but there are always knitters who are willing to help out if you have problems with a pattern - we can work through it together!

SIP ‘N KNIT SPIN-IN, Saturday, January 14, 10 am till 2 pm

Bring wheels, spindles and fibers and come in for the first of the new year spin-in!. If you don’t spin, bring your knitting or crocheting or simply come to visit. There is no cost to participate.

BEGINNING KNIT Monday, January 16, 23 & 30 from 6-8 pm or
Saturday January 14 & 28 from 10 am till 2 pm
Instructor: Suzanne Cost: $25
Class Description: A basic class to help you start knitting! Learn to cast on, knit, purl and bind-off. You will make a simple buttonhole scarf (one skein project)
Call (989)449-4444

BEGIN KNITTING IN THE ROUND Monday, January 9 from 6-8 pm or
Saturday, January 21 from 10am till 2 pm
Instructor: Suzanne Cost: $15
Class Description: A basic class to help you start knitting in the round! Expand on your Beginning knitting skills and work on a simple hat.
Call (989) 449-4444

SIP 'N KNIT ANNUAL WINTER PAJAMA PARTY!
Dig out your favorite flannel pajamas or long johns, your felted slippers and wool socks...bring your spinning wheels, your knitting needles or crochet hooks, all of your latest projects....its time for the Pajama Party!

Food~Beverages~Knitting~Spinning~Crochet AND shopping…. a special of 20% off all regularly priced yarns that night! A good time to stock up on goodies for yourself or for future gifts, right?

Pajamas are not required dress, but do plan to be comfortable!

For those who worked on the special SIP 'N SLIP AFGHAN in 2011, bring along your work to show and share (even if it is not completed) You will be entered to win a special prize if you do! Photo below is of the May pattern, Zebra:

Date: Friday, January 27, 2011
Time: 6-???
Place: Sip-n-Knit Yarn Shop, Ithaca MI
Cost: $10 (payable to Sip-n-Knit) This covers the cost of the buffet supper (soup, appetizer platters, dessert and assorted hot/cold drinks!)
Please RSVP to Suzanne at Sip-n-Knit sipnknit@yahoo.com or 989-449-4444 by Monday, January 24th

Sip-N-Knit Class Policies
Class fee is due with registration and many classes have limited space available, so be sure to sign up early. You are encouraged to purchase your supplies at Sip-N-Knit prior to beginning your class. Class supplies purchased in the store will be given a 10% discount. Occasionally, a class may call for additional supplies provided by the instructor, so please read each class description carefully or if you have any questions, contact the shop at 989-449-4444 or email sipnknit@yahoo.com. If you cancel, class fee will be refunded as long as the store is notified at least 3 days prior to class starting date. In the case of bad weather or sickness you must notify before class time and reschedule a make up time.

Special classes can be scheduled for private groups or to accommodate all work schedules. Please contact Suzanne at Sip-N-Knit (989-449-4444).

Don’t forget, we do alterations!

JULY ~ AUGUST

Vacation Time! The shop will be closing at 2 pm the week of July 18 through July 22. There will be no Monday night knitting on July 18.

JULY

SIP ‘N SOCKS: Monday evenings in July, 6-8 pm

We will continue our rug class (see photo above) with Maggie Fellows - it’s not to late to join us! You will need to order your yarn from the shop and the cost of the class is $10 plus supplies. This class will be repeated later in the year.

SIP & SLIP AFGHAN, PATTERN TECHNIQUES and STITCHES: Monday evenings in July, 6-8 pm
It has been so much fun watching the slip stitch pattern squares unfold! Seeing the color choices everyone has made and seeing the projects develop. The pattern for July will be “Sanquar Check”. If you haven’t already joined us for this yearlong knitting journey, it’s never too late! Contact Suzanne at the shop for more information and to obtain your pattern.

Wednesday Open Knit from 10 till 12. The cost is $5.00 a month (this also covers Monday evenings).

FELTED KNITTING CLASS: Call to set up a time.
Choose felted slippers or a small purse as your project. Cost: $10 plus supplies

BEGINNING KNITTING or BEGINNING CROCHET CLASS: Call to set up a time to learn the basics! Cost: $25 plus supplies. Class size limited to 8

BASIC SOCK CLASS: Call to set up a date and time to learn to make a basic sock. Homework is necessary for this class.
Cost is $15.00 plus supplies.

AUGUST

SIP ‘N SOCKS: Monday evenings in August, 6-8 pm
We’ll put socks aside and work on the “Drops Bolero” short sleeve sweater in seed stitch with cute crochet borders. This is a knit-a-long and will be included in the $5.00 monthly fee. We do ask that you purchase your yarn at the shop and any special orders need to be made by July 18. Pattern is free online. You can see a finished sample of this project in the yarn shop. Please Note: This is not a learn to knit class but rather a knit along where we chose a pattern and yarn to work on together, lending support as needed.

SIP & SLIP AFGHAN, PATTERN TECHNIQUES and STITCHES: Monday evenings in August, 6-8 pm
August brings us to the “Ladders” pattern. Join us as we work on this fun yearlong knitting project! Instructor: Pam Feldpaush

SIP ‘N KNIT SPIN-IN Saturday, August 27 10am-?
This will be during the Ithaca Fun Festival. Come and spin together at the shop plus enjoy lots of local festivities. If you do not spin, you could bring your knitting or crochet projects! Be sure to check out our lunch and drink specials at The Mayor's Office coffee shop.

BEGINNING KNITTING or BEGINNING CROCHET CLASS: Call to set up a time to learn the basics! Cost: $25 plus supplies. Class size limited to 8

BASIC SOCK CLASS: Call to set up a date and time to learn to make a basic sock. Homework is necessary for this class.
Cost is $15.00 plus supplies.

You will need to pay for most classes at least a week in advance. If class is canceled we will give you a refund. If you cancel at least 3 days before we will refund your money. Call 989-449-4444

JUNE 2011 ~

PLEASE NOTE! Sip 'n Knit will be closing at 2 pm today (June 6) but opening again from 5-8 for the regular Sip 'n Knit Night.

JUNE CLASS SCHEDULE


Crochet Rug. June 13, 20 & 27 from 6-8pm
We will be working on a Crochet Rug taught by Maggie Fellows. For this class you will need to special order you yarn. There will be a wide selection of colors to choose from. Finished Size is 26”by 35”. The cost of this class will be $10.00 plus supplies. Sign up and get you order in for yarn by May 23. Rug is on display at the shop.

Sip ‘N Socks: Monday evenings in June from 6 to 8 pm & Wednesday Open Knit from 10-12am
Cost to participate is $5 for the month, which entitles you to 10% off yarn for the project. PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT a learn to knit class but rather a knit along where we chose a pattern and yarn to work on together, lending support as needed.

SIP & SLIP AFGHAN, PATTERN TECHNIQUES and STITCHES: Monday evenings in June, 6-8 pm
June brings us to the Sand Stitch:

Join us as we work on this fun year long knitting project, you can start at any time! Instructor: Pam Feldpaush

BASIC SOCK CLASS: Monday, June 6 & 20 from 6-8 pm
Learn to make a basic sock. Homework is necessary for this class.
Cost is $15.00 plus supplies.

BEGINNING KNITTING AND CROCHETING

KNTTING: June 13, 20, & 27 from 6-8
You will learn how to knit, purl, cast on and off, by making a basic scarf or dish cloth. Cost: $25 plus supplies. Class size limited to 8
CROCHET: June 13, 20 & 27 from 6-8
This is a 3-week class that will introduce newcomers to crochet. You will learn the basic stitches of chain, single crochet, and double crochet. With a little homework, you should be able to complete a scarf by the end of the three sessions. Class size limited to 8. Cost: $25 plus supplies.

You will need to call and pay for classes a week before class is held. If class is canceled we will give you a refund. If you cancel at least 3 days before we will refund your money.

Call 989-449-4444

MARCH & APRIL

MARCH CLASS SCHEDULE

SIP ‘N SOCKS: Monday evenings in March, 6-8 pm
There will be no Sip ‘n Sock pattern in March. Instead we will focus on our Sip & Slip Squares (see description below)

SIP & SLIP AFGHAN, PATTERN TECHNIQUES and STITCHES: Monday evenings in March, 6-8 pm
It has been so much fun watching the slip stitch pattern squares unfold! Seeing the color choices everyone has made and seeing the projects develop….in March we continue with the Three-In-One stitch. If you haven’t already joined us for this year long knitting journey, it’s never too late! Contact Suzanne at the shop for more information and to obtain your pattern.

CROCHET NECKLACE, Saturday March 12, 10 am till noon
If you can do a crochet chain, you can make this fun and unique jewelry! Colorful, lightweight and easy to make…check out samples at the shop and then sign up for this class. You will need a size “H” crochet hook and a twelve inch ruler, yarn is included in the cost of the class. Instructor: Nancy Gilbert. Cost: $5

SIP ‘N KNIT SPIN-IN, Saturday, March 12, 10 am till 2 pm
When you finish making your necklace (see class description above) come join us as we spin a yarn…If you are already a spinner, bring your wheels or spindles and some yummy fiber to show off and spin with friends. Show off what you have been working on over the winter. If you are just dreaming of becoming a spinner, come and watch and ask questions ~ maybe give a wheel a spin! There is no cost to participate and as always, a variety of food and beverages are available to purchase in house from The Mayors Office. There will be a lunch special of the day, so plan to keep yourself nourished while you spin the day away!

UNFINISHED OBJECTS, Saturday, March 19, 10 am to 2 pm
Most of us have our fair share of UFO’s…unfinished objects! Here’s a chance to come and sit in a nice workspace and sip a great beverage while you work on freeing up some needle space (finishing your project)! Bring your work to the shop and work on taming those UFO’s. There is plenty of yarn and supplies on hand to finish your current project and then start a new one!


APRIL CLASS SCHEDULE

Sip ‘N Socks: Monday evenings in April from 6 to 8 pm
Once again our socks are being set aside for a small, easy to make sweater project that is just right for taking you from winter into spring. The pattern is Plymouth 1720 and is available from the yarn shop.
Cost to participate is $5 for the month, which entitles you to 10% off yarn for the project. PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT a learn to knit class but rather a knit along where we chose a pattern and yarn to work on together, lending support as needed.

SIP & SLIP AFGHAN, PATTERN TECHNIQUES and STITCHES: Monday evenings in April, 6-8 pm
April brings us to the Sand Stitch. Join us as we work on this fun year long knitting project! Instructor: Pam Feldpaush

FELTED KNITTING CLASS, Saturday, April 2, 10am till 2 pm
Chose from felted slippers or a small purse as your project. Cost: $10 plus your
Supplies

BASIC SOCK CLASS, Monday, April 11, & 25, 6-8 pm
Learn to make a basic sock. Homework is necessary for this class.
Cost is $15.00 plus supplies.


You will need to call and pay for most classes at least a week before class is held. If class is canceled we will give you a refund. If you cancel at least 3 days before we will refund your money. Call 989-449-4444

A Year to Sit and Slip (Stitches)!

One Monday evening last fall, we were discussing various knitting techniques we would be interested in learning or re-learning. The conversation went from cabling to intarsia and everything in between. Somewhere in the midst of the conversation an idea was born. Similar to our 2010 journey through EZ patterning, how about devoting 2011 to exploring one area of knitting? It sounded like a good idea to a few of us so Pam Feldpausch took on the task of exploring our possibilities and came back with 12 different slip stitch patterns to introduce us to.

Slip-stitch knitting is a family of knitting techniques that use slip stitches to make multiple fabrics simultaneously, to make extra-long stitches, and/or to carry over colors from an earlier row. The neat thing about it is that you can make complicated looking multiple color patterns without having to carry the other yarn colors in the back like you do with intarsia.

Starting in January, we will cover one slip stitch pattern a month. The list of patterns we will be covering are as follows:

January 3, 2011 – Lattice Stitch
February 7, 2011 - Fretwork
March 7, 2011 – 3 and 1 Stitch
April 4, 2011 – Sand Stitch
May 2, 2011 – Zebra Stitch
June 6, 2011 – Dots and Dashes
July 11, 2011 – Sanquar Stitch
August 1, 2011 – Ladders Stitch
September 12, 2011 – Star Stitch
October 3, 2011 – Linked Stitch
November 7, 2011 – Harlequin Stitch
December 5, 2011 – Staircase Stitch

For only $10, you will receive instructions for all 12 slip stitch patterns as well as directions for turning the 12 slip stitch patterns into either an afghan or a scarf. Pam will also provide assistance with each of the patterns on the dates listed above.

So how about adding ‘Expand My Knitting Skills’ to that list of resolutions you make every year and then plan on joining us at Sip N Knit where we will help you mark it off you list! There is a beautiful example of each of the stitches on display at Sip 'n Knit. Feel free to join in at any time!

CLASS AND WORKSHOP SCHEDULE ~
JANUARY

SIP-N-SOCKS: Monday evenings in January, 6-8 pm
January Sip-n-Sock pattern is not really a sock at all, but a slipper. Chrissy Gardiner’s Pavo Slipper Socks from Winter 2010 Interweave Knits features toe-up construction and a simple cable. It is sized for both children and adults and is a quick knit. The suggested yarn for the adult size from the magazine is Plymouth Yarns Galway Worsted and the yarn shop has a good selection of colors. You will need to have a copy of the magazine for the pattern.
Cost to participate is $5 for the month, which entitles you to 10% off yarn for the project. PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT a learn to knit class but rather a knit along where we chose a pattern and yarn to work on together, lending support as needed.

NEW PATTERN STITCHES AND TECHNIQUES Monday, January 3, 6-8 pm
Our resident star knitter Pam Feldpausch will take us on a knitting journey with some fun slip stitches, patterns and techniques. Lattice Stitch will kick us off! See details at the beginning of this post.

FIRST SIP ‘ N KNIT SPIN-IN OF THE NEW YEAR! Saturday, January 8, 10 am till 2 pm
Come join us as we spin a yarn…If you are already a spinner, bring your wheels or spindles and some yummy fiber to show off and spin with friends. Show off what you have been working on over the winter. If you are just dreaming of becoming a spinner, come and watch and ask questions ~ maybe give a wheel a spin! Spinners will be on hand to answer your questions. There is no cost to participate and as always, a variety of food and beverages are available to purchase in house from The Mayors Office. There will be a lunch special of the day, so plan to keep yourself nourished while you spin the day away!

HATS GALORE Knitting Hats and Headbands for Charity, Saturday January 15, 10 am to 2 pm

ANNUAL SIP ‘N KNIT PAJAMA PARTY Friday, January 28, 6 pm till ?
Dig out your favorite flannel pajamas or long johns, your felted slippers and wool socks...bring your wheels, your needles, your latest projects....its time for the annual Pajama Party! Food ~ Beverages ~ Knitting ~ Spinning ~ Crochet ~
AND shopping…a special 20% off all regularly priced yarns that night! A good time to stock up on goodies for yourself or for future gifts, right? AND we will have prize drawings throughout the evening! Pajamas are not required dress, but plan to be comfortable.

For those who participated in the Year of EZ (Elizabeth Zimmermann) in 2010, bring your project(s) to show off and tell us a little about your adventure with knitting a la Zimmermann. We will have our final EZ prize drawings that night.
Date: Friday, January 28, 2011; Time: 6-???; Place: Sip-n-Knit Yarn Shop, Ithaca MI; Cost: $10 (payable to Sip-n-Knit) This covers the cost of the buffet supper (soup, appetizer platters, dessert and assorted hot/cold drinks!)

Please RSVP to Suzanne at Sip-n-Knit sipnknit@yahoo.com or 989-449-4444 by Monday, January 24th. Everyone welcome

FEBRUARY CLASS SCHEDULE

Sip ‘N Sweater: Monday evenings in February from 6 to 8 pm
That’s right, this months Sip ‘n Sock KAL is actually going to be an easy sweater project. Moxie is a lovely pattern from Midwest designer Cheri Christian, topdown and seamless with three-quarter length sleeves. Pattern is available from the yarn shop.
Cost to participate is $5 for the month, which entitles you to 10% off yarn for the project. PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT a learn to knit class but rather a knit along where we chose a pattern and yarn to work on together, lending support as needed.

NEW PATTERN STITCHES AND TECHNIQUES Monday, February 1, 6-8 pmO
ur knitting and technique-a-long continues with some fancy Fretwork. See details at the beginning of this post.

BEADED STITCH MARKERS, Saturday, February 12, 10 am till 2 pm
One of the most useful items for your knitting or crochet can easily be a thing of beauty to inspire your creativity with just a few simple instructions from our resident beader, Mary Kaufman For more details and cost of this class, please contact Suzanne at the shop.

HATS GALORE Knitting Hats and Headbands for Charity, Saturday February, 10 am to 2 pm

FALL INTO WINTER

Back To School ~ Fall Sweaters ~ Winter Woolens ~ A yarn lovers favorite time of year!

Listed below are some of our planned fall into winter projects - classes, knit-a-longs and ongoing events for September through December. Don’t forget to mark your calender if there is anything you are interested in and can plan to join us. We are already making plans for our fourth annual Christmas/New Year’s Pajama Party and the Grand Finale celebration of our Year of Knitting EZ…look for more details as the time draws near.

Beginning September 11, we will be open again on Saturdays from 10 am until 2 pm.

This fall for our Monday night Sip ‘n Knitters, we are going to take on three patterns from the Fall 2010 Interweave Knits magazine and explore twisted stitch knitting with Judy Alexander’s Alpen Socken; Meg Swansen’s Proverbial Cap and again Judy Alexander with the Bavarian Tulip Mittens. The magazine is availalble at the yarn shop…join us if you can!

Should you have questions about any of our classes, drop us an email at sipnknit@yahoo.com or phone 989-449-4444. Please be sure to read our class policy before you sign up for any classes!

SEPTEMBER

A YEAR OF KNITTING EZ ~ Chapter 9, Nether Garments Monday September 13, 20 & 27; 6 – 8 PM
Have you ever thought about knitting your own classic set of warm winter long-underwear?!? How about a pair in red? In sizes from child to adult…why not give it a try and keep the cold Michigan winters at bay!

MONDAY NIGHT SIP ‘N KNITTERS (Another choice if you are not participating in the EZ KAL)
Alpen Socken is September’s Sip ‘n Sock pattern,
Monday September 13, 20 & 27; 6-8 PM

It’s been a while since we have done a Monday night Sip ‘n Sock together, so lets start the fall out right with a great new pattern, Judy Alexander’s Alpen Socken, from the Fall 2010 Interweave Knits (you must have a copy of the magazine for the pattern. If you don’t already have one, they are available at the shop) This sock features intricate lattice twisted stitch motifs, a picot hem and heel designs. A firmly plied sock yarn in solid color will give you the best stitch definition (how about the Cascade Sock yarn?) You will need approximately 430 yards of yarn and a set of size 1 double pointed needles, along with a cable needle and stitch marker. Sample of the knitted sock should be in the shop by the first of September.

HATS GALORE NEEDS YOU!Monday, September 20; 6-8 PM
We need you, knitters and crocheters, as we expand our charity project to include both hats to scarves in 2010. There is a great need for each of these items. Remember, we have a trunk full of donated yarn especially for charity that needs to be used and if you need help getting started, instruction will be provided free of charge. For all of our participants we offer free coffee and a 10% discount on supplies purchased that day.

OCTOBER

A YEAR OF KNITTING EZ ~ Chapter 10, Open-Collared Pullover
October 4, 11, 18 & 25; 6-8 pm
Chapter Ten in our knit-a-long/book club features an Open-Collared Pullover sweater, similar in style to a golf or polo shirt, with short sleeves

MONDAY NIGHT SIP ‘N KNITTERS (Another choice if you are not participating in the EZ KAL)
The Proverbial Cap by Meg Swansen
Monday October 4, 11, 18 & 25; 6 - 8 pm
Not a sock this month, but a hat, and this one designed by Elizabeth Zimmermann’s daughter, Meg. Great as a Christmas gift, a treat for yourself, or how about as a donation to our Hats Galore box? This hat is a sampler study in twisted stitch knitting, including a twisted rib, twisted cables, double helix-like motifs and elaborate lattice braids. Not exactly for the faint of heart, but a good exercise to stretch your knitting muscles! The pattern is available in the Fall 2010 Interweave Knits magazine (the same one last month’s sock was in!) and again requires a firmly knit wool yarn – Cascade 220 or Plymouth Galway are good options – about 210 yards worth. One pair of 24-inch circular needles or a 16-inch circular and a set of double pointed needles to achieve a gauge of 23 sts to 4 inches (about a size 4)

HATS GALORE Charity Knitting
Monday, October 18; 6 – 8 pm

NOVEMBER

A YEAR OF KNITTING EZ ~ Chapter 11, Moccasin Socks
November 1, 8 , 15, 22, 29; 6-8 pm
This is truly a “think outside the sock” pattern pair of socks! Definitely worth a try, they become addictive.

MONDAY NIGHT SIP ‘N KNITTERS (Another choice if you are not participating in the EZ KAL)
Bavarian Tulip Mittens by Judy Alexander, Fall 2010 Interweave Knits magazine
Monday November 1, 8 , 15, 22, 29; 6 – 8 pm
Our final look at twisted knit stitches, this one with an unusual floral motif for a lovely pair of warm winter mittens. Requires approximately 225 yards of worsted weight yarn, a set of size 3 double pointed needles (or size to reach gauge of 25 sts and 34 rnds per 4 inches); stitch markers and a cable needle.

HATS GALORE Charity Knitting
Monday, November 15; 6 – 8 pm

DECEMBER

A YEAR OF KNITTING EZ ~ Chapter 12, Hurry-Up Sweater
December 6, 13, 20, 27; 6-8 pm
“Embarking on a sweater at this late date smacks of madness, but it can be done and done without using up too much of your precious December time”…so says EZ! If you are up for some December madness, join us in this last installment of our year of knitting EZ. This project might even become your comfort knitting for the close of 2010!

MONDAY NIGHT SIP ‘N KNITTERS (Another choice if you are not participating in the EZ KAL)
UFO’s for Christmas
Mondays in December; 6 – 8 pm
How about setting aside those Monday evenings in December for finishing up some unfinished objects?

HATS GALORE Charity Knitting
Monday, August 16; 6 – 8 pm

ONGOING EVENTS:

GROCERY BAG WEDNESDAY
Bring in a bag of non-perishable groceries on the third Wednesday of each month and receive the daily special at the Mayor’s Office on us! All items are donated to the local food pantry. One bag of groceries equals one lunch. This community project is ongoing.

BASIC SOCK CLASS: Call to set up a time.
Learn to knit a basic sock form the cuff down in three two-hour sessions.
Class requirements include basic knowledge of knitting (cast on; knit and purl; increase and decrease). Experience knitting in the round is helpful but not necessary. There will homework for this class. Cost of two-week class is $20 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 4 students. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey. If three weeks is needed it will be an extra $5.00.

KNITTING 101: Call to set up a time
You will learn how to knit, purl, cast on and off, by making a basic scarf or dish cloth. Cost: $25 plus supplies. Class size limited to 8. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey

CROCHET 101: Call to set up a time
This is a 3-week class that will introduce newcomers to crochet. You will learn the basic stitches of chain, single crochet, and double crochet. With a little homework, you should be able to complete a scarf by the end of the three sessions. Class size limited to 8. Cost: $25 plus supplies. Instructor: Kirsten Mitchell

THE GREAT AMERICAN AFGHANFourth Monday each month; 6-8 pm.
We began this project in March 2009 but you can join at anytime. This an ongoing, two year project that includes 25 unique squares using a variety of knitting techniques-a great way to learn on a small scale! You can see many of the squares displayed in the shop. You may choose to sign up for any number of sessions and receive a discount for signing up for four classes at a time. You need to be able to knit, purl and bind off. Our schedule is:
September Square #
October Square #
November Square #
December Square #
Although it is not necessary, we do encourage you to purchase your materials at Sip-N-Knit. If they are not, there will be a slightly higher charge for the classes. The cost of a single class is $10.00 or 4 for $25.00. We encourage material to be purchases at Sip-N-Knit if not there will be a slightly higher charge for the class.


A YEAR OF KNITTING EZ….January through December, 2010
Part Knit-a-Long, part Book Club continues through the summer - join us as we celebrate the life of “the godmother of knitting” Elizabeth Zimmerman by working our way through her classic knitting diary the “Knitters Almanac”. Each month we will read a chapter and, if you chose to, knit that months project from the book – helping each other out along the way. Book discussion is encouraged and we will even have some prizes along the way! In order to participate in the KAL, you must have a copy of Knitters Almanac. (No sharing, for copyright reasons of course! If you do not already own one, please let Suzanne and she can order a copy for you. This book is a treasure that should be in every knitters libray and costs less than many single patterns these days).

Sip-N-Knit Class Policies
Class fee is due with registration and many classes have limited space available, so be sure to sign up early. You are encouraged to purchase your supplies at Sip-N-Knit prior to beginning your class. Class supplies purchased in the store will be given a 10% discount. Occasionally, a class may call for additional supplies provided by the instructor, so please read each class description carefully or if you have any questions, contact the shop at 989-449-4444 or email sipnknit@yahoo.com. If you cancel, class fee will be refunded as long as the store is notified at least 3 days prior to class starting date. In the case of bad weather or sickness you must notify before class time and reschedule a make up time.

Special classes can be scheduled for private groups or to accommodate all work schedules. Please contact Suzanne at Sip-N-Knit (989-449-4444).

Don’t forget, we do alterations!