June, July & August Knitting Classes that is!
Sip ‘N Scarves: Monday evenings in June, July & August from 6-8. Cost is $5.00 per month for the Monday evening knit nights. If you join in the montly project, this fee will entitle you to receive 10% off your scarf knitting supplies. Each month we will work on a scarf project – your choice of a knit or crochet pattern. Please note this is not a learn to knit/crochet class but rather a knit/crochet along where we chose a pattern and yarn to work on together, lending support as needed.
Wednesday Morning Knit/Crochet Group – Wednesdays from 10 -12. No charge. There is nothing like a little knitting or crocheting and some crazy girls to get your day off to a good start. Bring your knitting and join us.
Knitting With Wire: Monday evening June 22 from 6-8. The cost will be $5.00 for the Sip “N Scarve group otherwise it will be $10. Instructor: Mary Kaufman
Middle of the Mitten Fiber Arts continues the Middle of the Mitten Fiber Farm series, this month visiting Serenity Farms, home of Corriedale sheep and fiber on Saturday, June 27. Look for more details here in coming days, or contact Cary at serenityfarmswool@yahoo.com
Sip-N-Knit Knitting Camp For Kids
July 7, 14, 21 & 28 from 2:30-3:30 pm
COST: $30.00. Camp Schedule will be:
July 7th Introduction to knit and purl headband
July 14th Spinning Demonstration
July 21st Continue on project or begin a new one
July 24 – Continue on project
Camp is open to boys or girls who must be at least ten years old or have an adult accompany them. Class is limited to 6 participants, so please call to register early.
Cable on V-Necks: Monday July 27, 6 to 8 pm. The cost will be $5.00 for the Sip “N Scarve group otherwise it will be $10. Instructor: Pam Felpaush
Knitted/Felted buttons: Monday August 24 from 6-8. The cost will be $5.00 for the Sip ‘N Scarve group otherwise it will be $10. Instructor: Lucy Bromm
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Monday, May 4, 2009
SUMER TIME CLASSES
May Classes
Knit or Crochet for Charity. May 2 from 10 – 2:30 Bring your yarn scraps, toss them in the community basket, choose a new color and knit/crochet away. We will be knitting/crocheting Chemo hats for the Uof M Hospital preferable boy colors. If you can’t come on the 4th stop by for a free pattern and drop off the hats when finished.
Sip ‘N Scarves: Monday evenings in May from 6-8. Cost is $5.00 for the month (even if you don’t participate in the project). If you do the project you will receive 10% off your scarf knitting supplies. Each month we will work on a scarf project – your choice of a knit or crochet pattern. Please note this is not a learn to knit/crochet class but rather a knit/crochet along where we chose a pattern and yarn to work on together, lending support as needed.
Wednesday Morning Knit/Crochet Group – Wednesdays from 10 -12. No charge. There is nothing like a little knitting or crocheting and some crazy girls to get your day off to a good start. Bring your knitting and join us.
Middle of the Mitten Fibers Arts Meeting: Saturday May 9 from 10-2:30. This will be the last fiber meeting at the yarn shop until fall, however for the first time we are going to continue with some other events throughout the summer, beginning this month. Keep Saturday, May 16th open for a fun visit to the farm - the alpaca farm! We are planning to spend the day at North Star Alpacas. Owner Maple Smith has invited us to come and start our day by meeting the alpacas, then sharing a lunch and spending some time doing the fibery things we love. Drum carders, hand cards and wool combs will be available for some fiber blending time if anyone is interested. In June, we will travel to Serenity Farms and meet the Corriedale sheep. A workshop "Learning To Drop Spindle" is being planned at Serenity Farms as well as plenty of time to visit the baby lambs and fondle the wool! July will take us to the Kaufmans farm where we will see Shetland sheep and take in Mary's beautiful gardens. In August, Hilda Oakes historic Michigan farm will be our host. Look for more details, dates and times at this blog shortly! Any questions about the Fiber Group events should be directed to Cary Smith at serenityfarmswool@yahoo.com
Knitting 102: May 4, 11, & 18 from 6-8. You have learned the basic stitches to knit and purl, now what? Cost: $25 plus supplies. Class size limited to 8. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
Crochet 102: May 4, 11, & 18 from 6-8 or call for an afternoon or Sat. Class. Learn to double-crochet in this class. Cost of the three-week class is $25 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Kirsten Mitchell
Basic Socks Class: Call to set up a time.
Learn to knit a basic sock. Cost of two-week class is $25 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 4. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
The Great American Afghan Continues: May 18, Square 16 (This is a week early because of the holiday.
Every Fourth Monday Evening from 6-8 this started in March but you can join at anytime. Twenty-five unique squares –displayed in the shop
Classes will be every fourth Monday evening for 2 years.
You may choose to sign up for any number of sessions – refer to our blog.
Receive a discount for signing up for four classes at a time.
Need to be able to knit, purl and bind off.
We encourage materials to be purchased at Sip-N-Knit. If they are not, there will be a slightly higher charge for the class. This will be the last afghan class until September.
Knit or Crochet for Charity. May 2 from 10 – 2:30 Bring your yarn scraps, toss them in the community basket, choose a new color and knit/crochet away. We will be knitting/crocheting Chemo hats for the Uof M Hospital preferable boy colors. If you can’t come on the 4th stop by for a free pattern and drop off the hats when finished.
Sip ‘N Scarves: Monday evenings in May from 6-8. Cost is $5.00 for the month (even if you don’t participate in the project). If you do the project you will receive 10% off your scarf knitting supplies. Each month we will work on a scarf project – your choice of a knit or crochet pattern. Please note this is not a learn to knit/crochet class but rather a knit/crochet along where we chose a pattern and yarn to work on together, lending support as needed.
Wednesday Morning Knit/Crochet Group – Wednesdays from 10 -12. No charge. There is nothing like a little knitting or crocheting and some crazy girls to get your day off to a good start. Bring your knitting and join us.
Middle of the Mitten Fibers Arts Meeting: Saturday May 9 from 10-2:30. This will be the last fiber meeting at the yarn shop until fall, however for the first time we are going to continue with some other events throughout the summer, beginning this month. Keep Saturday, May 16th open for a fun visit to the farm - the alpaca farm! We are planning to spend the day at North Star Alpacas. Owner Maple Smith has invited us to come and start our day by meeting the alpacas, then sharing a lunch and spending some time doing the fibery things we love. Drum carders, hand cards and wool combs will be available for some fiber blending time if anyone is interested. In June, we will travel to Serenity Farms and meet the Corriedale sheep. A workshop "Learning To Drop Spindle" is being planned at Serenity Farms as well as plenty of time to visit the baby lambs and fondle the wool! July will take us to the Kaufmans farm where we will see Shetland sheep and take in Mary's beautiful gardens. In August, Hilda Oakes historic Michigan farm will be our host. Look for more details, dates and times at this blog shortly! Any questions about the Fiber Group events should be directed to Cary Smith at serenityfarmswool@yahoo.com
Knitting 102: May 4, 11, & 18 from 6-8. You have learned the basic stitches to knit and purl, now what? Cost: $25 plus supplies. Class size limited to 8. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
Crochet 102: May 4, 11, & 18 from 6-8 or call for an afternoon or Sat. Class. Learn to double-crochet in this class. Cost of the three-week class is $25 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Kirsten Mitchell
Basic Socks Class: Call to set up a time.
Learn to knit a basic sock. Cost of two-week class is $25 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 4. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
The Great American Afghan Continues: May 18, Square 16 (This is a week early because of the holiday.
Every Fourth Monday Evening from 6-8 this started in March but you can join at anytime. Twenty-five unique squares –displayed in the shop
Classes will be every fourth Monday evening for 2 years.
You may choose to sign up for any number of sessions – refer to our blog.
Receive a discount for signing up for four classes at a time.
Need to be able to knit, purl and bind off.
We encourage materials to be purchased at Sip-N-Knit. If they are not, there will be a slightly higher charge for the class. This will be the last afghan class until September.
Friday, March 27, 2009
APRIL CLASSES, SPECIALS & NEW ARRIVALS!
April Showers bring new goodies to the yarn shop and fun projects and classes to start your spring off right!
First of all, we are happy to announce that they're finally here ~ the new Addi-Clicks! The knitting world is raving about these long awaited sets of Addi-Turbo interchangeable needles and many shops have a waiting list to get them. We only have a few left, so if you are interested hurry in to check them out.
Also new on the shelves, a fresh shipment of the very popular Plymouth Sockin' Sox sock yarn (photo left above) in all available colors. A great buy for sock yarn and a wonderful hand to the yarn of superwash wool, bamboo and nylon, skeins flew out the door last month! Come in and check out the colors, chose a few for your spring sock and scarf projects. Just in as well, an assortment of Regia colors, including Regia Cotton Color (photo below) just in time for warmer weather and the scrumptious Regia Silk (photo right above)! A great time to try this one, as it is this months special ~ 10% off Regia Silk Sock Yarn for the month of April!
IT'S LADIES DAY IN ITHACA on Saturday, April 4th!
Knit or Crochet for Charity. Saturday, April 4th from 10 – 2:30 Bring your yarn scraps, toss them in the community basket, choose a new color and knit/crochet away! This month we will be knitting/crocheting adult hats for Gratiot Community Hospital’s Psychiatric Clinic. It's also Ladies Day in Ithaca with lots of fun specials around town if you are a lady! Check out our specials ~ 10% off all regulary priced yarn in the yarn shop and 10% off all specialty drinks in the coffee house. If you are unable to join us on the 4th, you can still stop by the shop to pick up the free pattern and drop off completed hats at your convenience.
Middle of the Mitten Fibers Arts Meeting; Saturday April 4 from 10 am - 2:30 pm
This month we are joining in with the yarn shop's Knit or Crochet for Charity Saturday, so bring along your needles, hooks, spinning wheels and scrap yarns on the first Saturday in April. If you are not working on one of the charity projects, come along to cheer on those who are! A great day of fun and fellowship for a great local cause. If you have any questions about the fiber arts group or meeting, please contact Cary at 989 -463 -5630 or email serenityfarmswool@yahoo.com
Sip ‘N Scarves; Monday evenings in April from 6-8 pm
Each month we will work on a scarf project – your choice of a knit or crochet pattern. Please note this is not a learn to knit/crochet class but rather a knit/crochet along where we chose a pattern and yarn to work on together, lending support as needed. Cost is $5.00 for the month which entitles you to 10% off your scarf knitting supplies. This month's scarf project is a Fiber Trends pattern (available at the yarn shop), shown below worked in a lovely warm weather appropriate linen yarn (this might also be fun to make out of one of the lovely new colors of sock yarn mentioned above!)
Wednesday Morning Knit/Crochet Group, Wednesdays from 10 am till noon (No charge)
There's nothing like a little knitting or crocheting and some crazy girls to get your day off to a good start. Bring your knitting and join us.
Knitting 101: April 6, 13, 20th from 6-8 pm
Are you intrigued by knitting and want to learn? This is the class for you. You’ll learn to cast on, knit, purl, and cast off. With a little homework in between the three sessions, you should be able to complete your scarf and have a little warmth for the next winter! Cost of three-week class is $20 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
Crochet 101: April 6, 13, 20th from 6-8 or call for an afternoon class.
This will be a basic class to introduce newcomers to crocheting. You will learn the basic stitches of chain, single crochet, and double crochet. With a little homework, you should be able to complete your scarf by the end of the two sessions. Cost of three-week class is $20 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Kirsten Mitchell
Basic Socks Class: Call to set up a time.
Learn to knit a basic sock. Cost of two-week class is $25 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 4. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
The Great American Afghan; Monday April 27 6-8 pm ~ Square 18
Every Fourth Monday Evening from 6-8 (this will be a two year, on-going project). We began in March, but you can join in at any time and sign up for any number of sessions, but you will receive a discount for signing up for at least four classes. You must already know how to knit, purl and bind off. We encourage material to be purchases at Sip-N-Knit - if they are not, class fees will be slightly higher. See more details below, in the March Class Descriptions
Sip-N-Knit Class PoliciesClass 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).
First of all, we are happy to announce that they're finally here ~ the new Addi-Clicks! The knitting world is raving about these long awaited sets of Addi-Turbo interchangeable needles and many shops have a waiting list to get them. We only have a few left, so if you are interested hurry in to check them out. 
Also new on the shelves, a fresh shipment of the very popular Plymouth Sockin' Sox sock yarn (photo left above) in all available colors. A great buy for sock yarn and a wonderful hand to the yarn of superwash wool, bamboo and nylon, skeins flew out the door last month! Come in and check out the colors, chose a few for your spring sock and scarf projects. Just in as well, an assortment of Regia colors, including Regia Cotton Color (photo below) just in time for warmer weather and the scrumptious Regia Silk (photo right above)! A great time to try this one, as it is this months special ~ 10% off Regia Silk Sock Yarn for the month of April!
IT'S LADIES DAY IN ITHACA on Saturday, April 4th!
Knit or Crochet for Charity. Saturday, April 4th from 10 – 2:30 Bring your yarn scraps, toss them in the community basket, choose a new color and knit/crochet away! This month we will be knitting/crocheting adult hats for Gratiot Community Hospital’s Psychiatric Clinic. It's also Ladies Day in Ithaca with lots of fun specials around town if you are a lady! Check out our specials ~ 10% off all regulary priced yarn in the yarn shop and 10% off all specialty drinks in the coffee house. If you are unable to join us on the 4th, you can still stop by the shop to pick up the free pattern and drop off completed hats at your convenience.
Middle of the Mitten Fibers Arts Meeting; Saturday April 4 from 10 am - 2:30 pm
This month we are joining in with the yarn shop's Knit or Crochet for Charity Saturday, so bring along your needles, hooks, spinning wheels and scrap yarns on the first Saturday in April. If you are not working on one of the charity projects, come along to cheer on those who are! A great day of fun and fellowship for a great local cause. If you have any questions about the fiber arts group or meeting, please contact Cary at 989 -463 -5630 or email serenityfarmswool@yahoo.com
Sip ‘N Scarves; Monday evenings in April from 6-8 pm
Each month we will work on a scarf project – your choice of a knit or crochet pattern. Please note this is not a learn to knit/crochet class but rather a knit/crochet along where we chose a pattern and yarn to work on together, lending support as needed. Cost is $5.00 for the month which entitles you to 10% off your scarf knitting supplies. This month's scarf project is a Fiber Trends pattern (available at the yarn shop), shown below worked in a lovely warm weather appropriate linen yarn (this might also be fun to make out of one of the lovely new colors of sock yarn mentioned above!)
Wednesday Morning Knit/Crochet Group, Wednesdays from 10 am till noon (No charge)
There's nothing like a little knitting or crocheting and some crazy girls to get your day off to a good start. Bring your knitting and join us.
Knitting 101: April 6, 13, 20th from 6-8 pm
Are you intrigued by knitting and want to learn? This is the class for you. You’ll learn to cast on, knit, purl, and cast off. With a little homework in between the three sessions, you should be able to complete your scarf and have a little warmth for the next winter! Cost of three-week class is $20 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
Crochet 101: April 6, 13, 20th from 6-8 or call for an afternoon class.
This will be a basic class to introduce newcomers to crocheting. You will learn the basic stitches of chain, single crochet, and double crochet. With a little homework, you should be able to complete your scarf by the end of the two sessions. Cost of three-week class is $20 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Kirsten Mitchell
Basic Socks Class: Call to set up a time.
Learn to knit a basic sock. Cost of two-week class is $25 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 4. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
The Great American Afghan; Monday April 27 6-8 pm ~ Square 18
Every Fourth Monday Evening from 6-8 (this will be a two year, on-going project). We began in March, but you can join in at any time and sign up for any number of sessions, but you will receive a discount for signing up for at least four classes. You must already know how to knit, purl and bind off. We encourage material to be purchases at Sip-N-Knit - if they are not, class fees will be slightly higher. See more details below, in the March Class Descriptions
Sip-N-Knit Class PoliciesClass 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).
Friday, February 20, 2009
MARCH CLASSES & KAL'S
As winter hangs on and we look for signs of spring, we hope you will join us at Sip 'n Knit for some new ideas in knit and crochet! We have some fun classes and workshops scheduled as well as some perennial favorites or warm up in the coffee house with a hot drink and a warm bowl of soup...
NEW for 2009 ~ Monday night SIP ‘N SCARVES!
(Photo above of a Morning Surf Scarf in progress, using Plymouth Yarns Sockin' Sox yarn and with the addition of some lovely beads...all available at the yarn shop! The pattern is not written using beads, but if you would like to know how to do this, join us for our March 2 "kick-off" for some easy tips)
Having become a little weary of choosing sock patterns every month for the past two years, we thought you might like to take a break along with us and work on something different for awhile. We have chosen scarves. Scarves are such wonderfully versatile, portable and useful projects! Depending on the size, pattern and yarn used they can take us from fall, winter and into late spring. They are a great way to experiment with new stitch patterns and techniques, and a wonderful excuse to use that special yarn you have been waiting to try! Beginning in March, each month we will work together on a scarf project - your choice of a knit or crochet pattern. As with the Sip ‘n Socks projects, cost to participate is $5 for the month, which entitles you to 10% off your scarf knitting supplies. 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 ‘N SCARVES, Monday evenings in March; 6-8 pm
Our knit pattern for March is a companion knit to the Middle of the Mitten Fiber Arts project of the month, the Morning Surf Scarf by Jackie Erickson-Schweitzer of Heartstrings Fiber Arts. It is a free pattern and is available at this link. Please note that the pattern is not available at the yarn shop - it is a free online pattern but you must print out your own and bring it with you to the knit-a-long.
There was a feature article on this project and gallery of scarves in the Summer 2008 issue of “Spin Off” magazine, or if you are a member of Ravelry you can check it out here There are over 500 different versions shown on Ravelry! We will be devoting a day to the pattern and the spinning of yarn for it at our March Middle Of The Mitten Fiber Arts Meeting on Saturday, March 7 (see details below), but even if you are not planning to spin your own yarn, please feel free to come and join us for the “kick off” and to cheer each other on!
Wednesday Morning Knit/Crochet Group – Wednesdays from 10 -12. No charge. There is nothing like a little knitting or crocheting and some crazy girls to get your day off to a good start! Bring your knitting, grab a latte or a mocha and join us.
Middle of the Mitten Fibers Arts Meeting – March 7 from 10-2:30.
Please Note that this months meeting is on the FIRST Saturday of the month rather than the second.
EVENT: Morning Surf Scarves - Spinning and Knitting
This is the scarf that was featured on the cover of the Summer 2008 issue of “Spin Off” magazine, accompanied by a photo gallery of variations of the scarf and pattern notes. It is a wonderful project to stretch your use of spinning and knitting in color or texture, as it makes use of an easy to do drop stitch, undulating pattern. If you have some wildly colored dyed fiber in your stash that you aren’t quite sure what to do with….or maybe it is beautiful and subtle and you want to make something really special….or maybe you have some luxury fiber that you want to stretch as far as you can in a project…grab that fiber and bring it along to spin for the scarf! If you don’t have anything that suits you in your fiber stash, this would be the perfect excuse for shopping ;) You will probably need at least 3 ounces of fiber, depending on how thick you are planning to spin. The pattern accommodates a wide range of colors, textures and thickness! We should have some samples for you to see the day of the meeting. Come with your spinning wheel or spindle and plan to spin in the morning and ply in the afternoon. If we have time, we can begin working on the actual pattern. SUPPLIES: Spinning wheel or drop spindle and fiber if you are planning to spin for the project; yarn if you are planning to knit and not spin (don’t forget, there is PLENTY of yarn available for purchase at the yarn shop!); needles appropriate your yarn. You need to bring your own copy of the pattern, which can be found at this link (it is free, but it is not available for distribution at the yarn shop – you must download and print it yourself, for your own personal use) COST: There is no cost for this spin-in day…come and have fun!
If you are not working on this project, still feel free to come and hang out at the yarn shop and enjoy some knitting, crochet, spinning or visiting time – there is plenty of room to do that! There is also a wonderful supply of good food and drink available through the coffee shop, so plan to eat lunch there with us. If you have any questions, please contact Cary at 989 –463 –5630 or email at serenityfarmswool@yahoo.com
Knitting 102: March 9, 16 & 23 from 6-8. You have learned the basic stitches to knit and purl, now what? Cost: $25 plus supplies. Class size limited to 8Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
Crochet 102: March 9, 16 & 23 from 6-8 or call for an afternoon or Sat. Class. Learn to double-crochet in this class. Cost of the three-week class is $25 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Kirsten Mitchell
Knit or Crochet for Charity. March 14 from 10 – 2:30 Bring your yarn scraps, toss them in the community basket, choose a new color and knit/crochet away. Free hat pattern available.
Basic Socks Class: March 9, 16 & 30 from 6-8.
Learn to knit a basic sock. Cost of two-week class is $25 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 4. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
The Great American Afghan: Every Fourth Monday Evening from 6-8 starting in March
Sample squares are on display in the shop (see photo below and at the beginning of this post). You choose to sign up for any number of sessions - knit them all or knit just one or two ~ it's up to you!
Cost: $15.00 for a 2-hour workshop. Purchase 4 classes and receive a $5.00 discount. Purchase your yarn at Sip-N-Knit and receive a $5.00 discount on one class and a $10.00 discount if you pay for 4 classes at one time. You must be able to knit, purl and bind off.
Our first square - March 23 – is Square # 9, Directional Textures
BABY SURPRISE JACKET: Saturday, March 21 & 28, 10:00 am till 2:30 pm.
Using Elizabeth Zimmerman’s timeless and perennially surprising pattern, we’ll learn the tricks to successfully knitting this one-piece baby sweater (see sample in photo above). Once you have learned to make this nifty little pattern, you may wish to make the Adult Version for yourself or someone you know! With Cary Smith as your workshop leader, you will learn: Double increases and double decreases, casting off in purl; I-cord techniques and (hopefully) some confidence about reading your knitting! You must know how to cast on (preferably long tail cast on) and knit.
Materials: For the infant size, 350 yards of dk or light worsted weight yarn. For the toddler size, about 400 yards of worsted or DK weight Needle: 32″ or 40″ circular in size appropriate for yarn choice to reach gauge. Pattern will be available at the shop or can be found in Elizabeth Zimmerman’s books “Knitting Workshop” or “The Opinionated Knitter” if you have either of those. Cary Smith, workshop leader Cost: $15.00 per session plus $3.50 for pattern if needed (Special! Save $5 by paying for both sessions at once...only $25 for the entire workshops!) NOTE: You MUST pre-register for this class by March 10 in order that we have enough patterns and handouts for the workshop
NEW for 2009 ~ Monday night SIP ‘N SCARVES!
(Photo above of a Morning Surf Scarf in progress, using Plymouth Yarns Sockin' Sox yarn and with the addition of some lovely beads...all available at the yarn shop! The pattern is not written using beads, but if you would like to know how to do this, join us for our March 2 "kick-off" for some easy tips)Having become a little weary of choosing sock patterns every month for the past two years, we thought you might like to take a break along with us and work on something different for awhile. We have chosen scarves. Scarves are such wonderfully versatile, portable and useful projects! Depending on the size, pattern and yarn used they can take us from fall, winter and into late spring. They are a great way to experiment with new stitch patterns and techniques, and a wonderful excuse to use that special yarn you have been waiting to try! Beginning in March, each month we will work together on a scarf project - your choice of a knit or crochet pattern. As with the Sip ‘n Socks projects, cost to participate is $5 for the month, which entitles you to 10% off your scarf knitting supplies. 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 ‘N SCARVES, Monday evenings in March; 6-8 pm
Our knit pattern for March is a companion knit to the Middle of the Mitten Fiber Arts project of the month, the Morning Surf Scarf by Jackie Erickson-Schweitzer of Heartstrings Fiber Arts. It is a free pattern and is available at this link. Please note that the pattern is not available at the yarn shop - it is a free online pattern but you must print out your own and bring it with you to the knit-a-long.
There was a feature article on this project and gallery of scarves in the Summer 2008 issue of “Spin Off” magazine, or if you are a member of Ravelry you can check it out here There are over 500 different versions shown on Ravelry! We will be devoting a day to the pattern and the spinning of yarn for it at our March Middle Of The Mitten Fiber Arts Meeting on Saturday, March 7 (see details below), but even if you are not planning to spin your own yarn, please feel free to come and join us for the “kick off” and to cheer each other on!
Wednesday Morning Knit/Crochet Group – Wednesdays from 10 -12. No charge. There is nothing like a little knitting or crocheting and some crazy girls to get your day off to a good start! Bring your knitting, grab a latte or a mocha and join us.
Middle of the Mitten Fibers Arts Meeting – March 7 from 10-2:30.
Please Note that this months meeting is on the FIRST Saturday of the month rather than the second.
EVENT: Morning Surf Scarves - Spinning and Knitting
This is the scarf that was featured on the cover of the Summer 2008 issue of “Spin Off” magazine, accompanied by a photo gallery of variations of the scarf and pattern notes. It is a wonderful project to stretch your use of spinning and knitting in color or texture, as it makes use of an easy to do drop stitch, undulating pattern. If you have some wildly colored dyed fiber in your stash that you aren’t quite sure what to do with….or maybe it is beautiful and subtle and you want to make something really special….or maybe you have some luxury fiber that you want to stretch as far as you can in a project…grab that fiber and bring it along to spin for the scarf! If you don’t have anything that suits you in your fiber stash, this would be the perfect excuse for shopping ;) You will probably need at least 3 ounces of fiber, depending on how thick you are planning to spin. The pattern accommodates a wide range of colors, textures and thickness! We should have some samples for you to see the day of the meeting. Come with your spinning wheel or spindle and plan to spin in the morning and ply in the afternoon. If we have time, we can begin working on the actual pattern. SUPPLIES: Spinning wheel or drop spindle and fiber if you are planning to spin for the project; yarn if you are planning to knit and not spin (don’t forget, there is PLENTY of yarn available for purchase at the yarn shop!); needles appropriate your yarn. You need to bring your own copy of the pattern, which can be found at this link (it is free, but it is not available for distribution at the yarn shop – you must download and print it yourself, for your own personal use) COST: There is no cost for this spin-in day…come and have fun!
If you are not working on this project, still feel free to come and hang out at the yarn shop and enjoy some knitting, crochet, spinning or visiting time – there is plenty of room to do that! There is also a wonderful supply of good food and drink available through the coffee shop, so plan to eat lunch there with us. If you have any questions, please contact Cary at 989 –463 –5630 or email at serenityfarmswool@yahoo.com
Knitting 102: March 9, 16 & 23 from 6-8. You have learned the basic stitches to knit and purl, now what? Cost: $25 plus supplies. Class size limited to 8Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
Crochet 102: March 9, 16 & 23 from 6-8 or call for an afternoon or Sat. Class. Learn to double-crochet in this class. Cost of the three-week class is $25 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Kirsten Mitchell
Knit or Crochet for Charity. March 14 from 10 – 2:30 Bring your yarn scraps, toss them in the community basket, choose a new color and knit/crochet away. Free hat pattern available.
Basic Socks Class: March 9, 16 & 30 from 6-8.
Learn to knit a basic sock. Cost of two-week class is $25 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 4. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
The Great American Afghan: Every Fourth Monday Evening from 6-8 starting in March
Sample squares are on display in the shop (see photo below and at the beginning of this post). You choose to sign up for any number of sessions - knit them all or knit just one or two ~ it's up to you!
Cost: $15.00 for a 2-hour workshop. Purchase 4 classes and receive a $5.00 discount. Purchase your yarn at Sip-N-Knit and receive a $5.00 discount on one class and a $10.00 discount if you pay for 4 classes at one time. You must be able to knit, purl and bind off.
Our first square - March 23 – is Square # 9, Directional Textures
BABY SURPRISE JACKET: Saturday, March 21 & 28, 10:00 am till 2:30 pm.
Using Elizabeth Zimmerman’s timeless and perennially surprising pattern, we’ll learn the tricks to successfully knitting this one-piece baby sweater (see sample in photo above). Once you have learned to make this nifty little pattern, you may wish to make the Adult Version for yourself or someone you know! With Cary Smith as your workshop leader, you will learn: Double increases and double decreases, casting off in purl; I-cord techniques and (hopefully) some confidence about reading your knitting! You must know how to cast on (preferably long tail cast on) and knit.
Materials: For the infant size, 350 yards of dk or light worsted weight yarn. For the toddler size, about 400 yards of worsted or DK weight Needle: 32″ or 40″ circular in size appropriate for yarn choice to reach gauge. Pattern will be available at the shop or can be found in Elizabeth Zimmerman’s books “Knitting Workshop” or “The Opinionated Knitter” if you have either of those. Cary Smith, workshop leader Cost: $15.00 per session plus $3.50 for pattern if needed (Special! Save $5 by paying for both sessions at once...only $25 for the entire workshops!) NOTE: You MUST pre-register for this class by March 10 in order that we have enough patterns and handouts for the workshop
Thursday, January 29, 2009
FEBRUARY CLASS REMINDER
Just a reminder of the upcoming classes and knit-a-longs for the month of February. If you have any questions or need to register for a particular class, please call or email Suzanne at Sip 'n Knit (contact info in the sidebar)
Sip ‘N Socks: Monday evenings in February from 6 to 8 pmThis months Sip ‘n Sock is another pattern from the Winter 2008 Interweave Publication, Sandalwood Socks. The close lace pattern of these socks echo the texture of woven tweed, even when worked in plain yarn. 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.
MIDDLE OF THE MITTEN FIBER ARTS MEETING Saturday, February 14, 10 am till 2:30 pm
Thrummed Mittens Revisited with Cary Smith; see class description below in January class list. If time allows, we will also learn how to make a simple “mitten blocker” to give your completed mittens a nice, finished look! Here is a sample of the latest thrummed mitten I have been working on (I am in love with the white-on-white of this example, inspired by last months Baltic Braid class with Pam!)
There are other, more colorful examples on display at the yarn shop, featuring a variety of cuff patterns and thumb placement...we hope you will come and join us for a fun workshop!
Crochet 101: February 2, 9, & 16 from 6-8 or call for an afternoon class.
This will be a basic class to introduce newcomers to crocheting. You will learn the basic stitches of chain, single crochet, and double crochet. With a little homework, you should be able to complete your scarf by the end of the two sessions. Cost of three-week class is $20 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Kirsten Mitchell
Knitting 101: February 2, 9, & 16 from 6-8Are you intrigued by knitting and want to learn? This is the class for you. You’ll learn to cast on, knit, purl, and cast off. With a little homework in between the three sessions, you should be able to complete your scarf and have a little warmth for the winter! Cost of three-week class is $20 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
BABY SURPRISE JACKET: Saturday, February 21 & 28, 9:30am till 2:30 pm.Using Elizabeth Zimmerman’s timeless and perennially surprising pattern, we’ll learn the tricks to successfully knitting this one-piece baby sweater. You may choose to make a sweater to fit an infant or a one-year-old. Once you have learned to make this nifty little pattern, you may wish to make the Adult Version for yourself or someone you know! With Cary Smith as your workshop leader, you will learn: Double increases and double decreases, casting off in purl, invisible cast on; I-cord techniques and (hopefully) some confidence about reading your knitting, following a sketchy pattern with confidence. You must know how to cast on (preferably long tail cast on), knit and bind off. Materials: For the infant size, 350 yards of dk or light worsted weight yarn. For the toddler size, about 400 yards of worsted or DK weight Needle: 32″ or 40″ circular in size appropriate for yarn choice to reach gauge. Gauge: Infant : 6 stitches per inch in garter. Toddler: 4 stitches per inch in garter. Anything between works, too. Pattern will be available at the shop or can be found in Elizabeth Zimmerman’s books “Knitting Workshop” or “The Opinionated Knitter” if you have either of those. Cary Smith, workshop leader Cost: $15.00 per session plus $3.50 for pattern if needed (Special! Save $5 by paying for both sessions at once...only $25 for the entire workshops!) NOTE: You MUST pre-register for this class by February 5 in order that we have enough patterns and handouts for the workshop
Sip ‘N Socks: Monday evenings in February from 6 to 8 pmThis months Sip ‘n Sock is another pattern from the Winter 2008 Interweave Publication, Sandalwood Socks. The close lace pattern of these socks echo the texture of woven tweed, even when worked in plain yarn. 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.
MIDDLE OF THE MITTEN FIBER ARTS MEETING Saturday, February 14, 10 am till 2:30 pm
Thrummed Mittens Revisited with Cary Smith; see class description below in January class list. If time allows, we will also learn how to make a simple “mitten blocker” to give your completed mittens a nice, finished look! Here is a sample of the latest thrummed mitten I have been working on (I am in love with the white-on-white of this example, inspired by last months Baltic Braid class with Pam!)
There are other, more colorful examples on display at the yarn shop, featuring a variety of cuff patterns and thumb placement...we hope you will come and join us for a fun workshop!
Crochet 101: February 2, 9, & 16 from 6-8 or call for an afternoon class.
This will be a basic class to introduce newcomers to crocheting. You will learn the basic stitches of chain, single crochet, and double crochet. With a little homework, you should be able to complete your scarf by the end of the two sessions. Cost of three-week class is $20 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Kirsten Mitchell
Knitting 101: February 2, 9, & 16 from 6-8Are you intrigued by knitting and want to learn? This is the class for you. You’ll learn to cast on, knit, purl, and cast off. With a little homework in between the three sessions, you should be able to complete your scarf and have a little warmth for the winter! Cost of three-week class is $20 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
BABY SURPRISE JACKET: Saturday, February 21 & 28, 9:30am till 2:30 pm.Using Elizabeth Zimmerman’s timeless and perennially surprising pattern, we’ll learn the tricks to successfully knitting this one-piece baby sweater. You may choose to make a sweater to fit an infant or a one-year-old. Once you have learned to make this nifty little pattern, you may wish to make the Adult Version for yourself or someone you know! With Cary Smith as your workshop leader, you will learn: Double increases and double decreases, casting off in purl, invisible cast on; I-cord techniques and (hopefully) some confidence about reading your knitting, following a sketchy pattern with confidence. You must know how to cast on (preferably long tail cast on), knit and bind off. Materials: For the infant size, 350 yards of dk or light worsted weight yarn. For the toddler size, about 400 yards of worsted or DK weight Needle: 32″ or 40″ circular in size appropriate for yarn choice to reach gauge. Gauge: Infant : 6 stitches per inch in garter. Toddler: 4 stitches per inch in garter. Anything between works, too. Pattern will be available at the shop or can be found in Elizabeth Zimmerman’s books “Knitting Workshop” or “The Opinionated Knitter” if you have either of those. Cary Smith, workshop leader Cost: $15.00 per session plus $3.50 for pattern if needed (Special! Save $5 by paying for both sessions at once...only $25 for the entire workshops!) NOTE: You MUST pre-register for this class by February 5 in order that we have enough patterns and handouts for the workshop
Monday, December 29, 2008
JANUARY ~ FEBRUARY CLASSES & SPECIALS
MONTHLY SPECIALS
January ~ Bring in a finished project that used our materials and receive 20% off next project!
February ~ 20% off when you buy supplies to make a baby item (purchase must include pattern and yarn)
JANUARY CLASS SCHEDULE
SIP-N-SOCKS: Monday evenings in January, 6-8 pm
January Sip-n-Sock pattern is Herringbone Rib from Winter 2008 Interweave Knits or Jaywalker, a free online pattern. Both patterns work well with hand painted or self-striping yarns. Call as soon as possible if you need to purchase a copy of Interweave Knits Winter 2008 or for information about the online 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.
MIDDLE OF THE MITTEN FIBER ARTS MEETING **IMPORTANT NOTE...we have changed the date of the Fiber Group meeting to Friday evening, January 9 from 6 pm till 10 pm to coincide with the re-scheduled Pajama Party (see details above) Note that there is a fee to attend this Friday night special event...$10 and that includes food, drink and special sale in the yarn shop! Any questions, please contact Cary Smith at serenityfarmswool@yahoo.com or by phone at 989 -463 -5630** First Official Spin-In of the New Year! 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. 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. Spinners please note….bring along two ounces of fiber in an unmarked bag, something that is NOT see-through (something like a brown paper lunch sack) for a “Secret Fiber Swap”
KNITTING THE BALTIC BRAID Saturday, January 17 from 10 am till 2:30 pm
The knitted or "Baltic" braid is an embellishment that looks like you have braided some yarn and glued or stitched it along the surface of your knitting. It can be done with a single color, or two colors. Starting with a couple of colors of yarn from your stash (any weight but preferably the same weight) we will learn how to do a Baltic Braid. Then we will try our hand at a hat that incorporates the Baltic Braid into the pattern. The hat is sized for Mother, Daughter and doll so pick the lucky recipient and let's learn to braid. Cost: $20.00. Instructor: Pam Feldpaush
THRUMMED MITTENS REVISITED Monday, January 19 & 26 from 6-8 pm OR Saturday February 14 from 10 am till 2:30 pm
You have probably seen these before, maybe you have even made a pair already, but would you like to learn the best way to make these extra luxurious, warm and fluffy, fleece lined mittens? You will learn tips and tricks for making these the best mittens ever – like putting your hands inside soft pillows! Great for gifts or to keep for yourself. You will discover what fibers work the best to line your mittens, how to prepare that fiber for knitting and how to care for your mittens once they are finished. We will work from a basic mitten pattern, but you will be given a couple of options for cuffs, thumbs and finishing. NOTE: You must already know how to knit and purl. Materials Needed: about 250 yards of DK or light worsted yarn for the mitten (handspun is great for this project!); about 2 ounces of a wool that will stick to itself after you’ve incorporated it into your mittens (top, roving or locks of wool, but not super wash). Merino, Corriedale, fine BFL, or anything that is soft (a fine to medium fine wool) is ideal. After some wearing, the roving will felt together and make your fingers happy! Needles: Size 3 or 4 straight needles. If you don’t have your own, roving and wool locks can be purchased at the yarn shop, along with yarn of course! Cost: $10 includes pattern Instructor: Cary Smith
Knitting 102: January 5, 12 & 19 from 6-8 pm
You have learned the basic stitches to knit and purl, now what? This class is geared toward those who have already taken Knitting 101 or those that are interested in learning to knit something other than a basic scarf or dishcloth. Cost of the three-week course is $25 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
Crochet 102: January 5, 12 & 19 from 6-8 or call for a afternoon or Saturday Class
Learn to double-crochet in this class while making a poncho for a child or an adult. This is a great class to follow up with after learning the foundation techniques of crocheting. Cost of the three-week class is $25 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Kirsten Mitchell
Basic Socks Class: Saturday, January 17 & 31. 10:00 – 2:30
Learn to knit a basic sock from the cuff down in two three-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 and if three weeks is needed to complete, there will be an additional $5.00 charge. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
Electric Felting and Embossment machine Demonstration. Wednesday January 28 from 10:00 – 12:00 with Lucy Bromm and Mary Kaufman.
See what can be done from mending wool items to creating fun embossments for items! Cost: $5.00
FEBRUARY CLASS SCHEDULE
Sip ‘N Socks: Monday evenings in February from 6 to 8 pm
This months Sip ‘n Sock is another pattern from the Winter 2008 Interweave Publication, Sandalwood Socks. The close lace pattern of these socks echo the texture of woven tweed, even when worked in plain yarn. 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.
MIDDLE OF THE MITTEN FIBER ARTS MEETING Saturday, February 14, 10 am till 2:30 pm
Thrummed Mittens Revisited with Cary Smith; see class description above in January class list. If time allows, we will also learn how to make a simple “mitten blocker” to give your completed mittens a nice, finished look!
Crochet 101: February 2, 9, & 16 from 6-8 or call for an afternoon class.
This will be a basic class to introduce newcomers to crocheting. You will learn the basic stitches of chain, single crochet, and double crochet. With a little homework, you should be able to complete your scarf by the end of the two sessions. Cost of three-week class is $20 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Kirsten Mitchell
Knitting 101: February 2, 9, & 16 from 6-8
Are you intrigued by knitting and want to learn? This is the class for you. You’ll learn to cast on, knit, purl, and cast off. With a little homework in between the three sessions, you should be able to complete your scarf and have a little warmth for the winter! Cost of three-week class is $20 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
BABY SURPRISE JACKET: Saturday, February 21 & 28, 9:30am till 2:30 pm.
Using Elizabeth Zimmerman’s timeless and perennially surprising pattern, we’ll learn the tricks to successfully knitting this one-piece baby sweater. You may choose to make a sweater to fit an infant or a one-year-old. Once you have learned to make this nifty little pattern, you may wish to make the Adult Version for yourself or someone you know! With Cary Smith as your workshop leader, you will learn: Double increases and double decreases, casting off in purl, invisible cast on; I-cord techniques and (hopefully) some confidence about reading your knitting, following a sketchy pattern with confidence. You must know how to cast on (preferably long tail cast on), knit and bind off. Materials: For the infant size, 350 yards of dk or light worsted weight yarn. For the toddler size, about 400 yards of worsted or DK weight Needle: 32″ or 40″ circular in size appropriate for yarn choice to reach gauge. Gauge: Infant : 6 stitches per inch in garter. Toddler: 4 stitches per inch in garter. Anything between works, too. Pattern will be available at the shop or can be found in Elizabeth Zimmerman’s books “Knitting Workshop” or “The Opinionated Knitter” if you have either of those. Cary Smith, workshop leader Cost: $15.00 per session plus $3.50 for pattern if needed (Special! Save $5 by paying for both sessions at once...only $25 for the entire workshops!) NOTE: You MUST pre-register for this class by February 5 in order that we have enough patterns and handouts for the workshop
January ~ Bring in a finished project that used our materials and receive 20% off next project!
February ~ 20% off when you buy supplies to make a baby item (purchase must include pattern and yarn)
JANUARY CLASS SCHEDULE
SIP-N-SOCKS: Monday evenings in January, 6-8 pm
January Sip-n-Sock pattern is Herringbone Rib from Winter 2008 Interweave Knits or Jaywalker, a free online pattern. Both patterns work well with hand painted or self-striping yarns. Call as soon as possible if you need to purchase a copy of Interweave Knits Winter 2008 or for information about the online 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.
MIDDLE OF THE MITTEN FIBER ARTS MEETING **IMPORTANT NOTE...we have changed the date of the Fiber Group meeting to Friday evening, January 9 from 6 pm till 10 pm to coincide with the re-scheduled Pajama Party (see details above) Note that there is a fee to attend this Friday night special event...$10 and that includes food, drink and special sale in the yarn shop! Any questions, please contact Cary Smith at serenityfarmswool@yahoo.com or by phone at 989 -463 -5630** First Official Spin-In of the New Year! 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. 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. Spinners please note….bring along two ounces of fiber in an unmarked bag, something that is NOT see-through (something like a brown paper lunch sack) for a “Secret Fiber Swap”
KNITTING THE BALTIC BRAID Saturday, January 17 from 10 am till 2:30 pm
The knitted or "Baltic" braid is an embellishment that looks like you have braided some yarn and glued or stitched it along the surface of your knitting. It can be done with a single color, or two colors. Starting with a couple of colors of yarn from your stash (any weight but preferably the same weight) we will learn how to do a Baltic Braid. Then we will try our hand at a hat that incorporates the Baltic Braid into the pattern. The hat is sized for Mother, Daughter and doll so pick the lucky recipient and let's learn to braid. Cost: $20.00. Instructor: Pam Feldpaush
THRUMMED MITTENS REVISITED Monday, January 19 & 26 from 6-8 pm OR Saturday February 14 from 10 am till 2:30 pm
You have probably seen these before, maybe you have even made a pair already, but would you like to learn the best way to make these extra luxurious, warm and fluffy, fleece lined mittens? You will learn tips and tricks for making these the best mittens ever – like putting your hands inside soft pillows! Great for gifts or to keep for yourself. You will discover what fibers work the best to line your mittens, how to prepare that fiber for knitting and how to care for your mittens once they are finished. We will work from a basic mitten pattern, but you will be given a couple of options for cuffs, thumbs and finishing. NOTE: You must already know how to knit and purl. Materials Needed: about 250 yards of DK or light worsted yarn for the mitten (handspun is great for this project!); about 2 ounces of a wool that will stick to itself after you’ve incorporated it into your mittens (top, roving or locks of wool, but not super wash). Merino, Corriedale, fine BFL, or anything that is soft (a fine to medium fine wool) is ideal. After some wearing, the roving will felt together and make your fingers happy! Needles: Size 3 or 4 straight needles. If you don’t have your own, roving and wool locks can be purchased at the yarn shop, along with yarn of course! Cost: $10 includes pattern Instructor: Cary Smith
Knitting 102: January 5, 12 & 19 from 6-8 pm
You have learned the basic stitches to knit and purl, now what? This class is geared toward those who have already taken Knitting 101 or those that are interested in learning to knit something other than a basic scarf or dishcloth. Cost of the three-week course is $25 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
Crochet 102: January 5, 12 & 19 from 6-8 or call for a afternoon or Saturday Class
Learn to double-crochet in this class while making a poncho for a child or an adult. This is a great class to follow up with after learning the foundation techniques of crocheting. Cost of the three-week class is $25 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Kirsten Mitchell
Basic Socks Class: Saturday, January 17 & 31. 10:00 – 2:30
Learn to knit a basic sock from the cuff down in two three-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 and if three weeks is needed to complete, there will be an additional $5.00 charge. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
Electric Felting and Embossment machine Demonstration. Wednesday January 28 from 10:00 – 12:00 with Lucy Bromm and Mary Kaufman.
See what can be done from mending wool items to creating fun embossments for items! Cost: $5.00
FEBRUARY CLASS SCHEDULE
Sip ‘N Socks: Monday evenings in February from 6 to 8 pm
This months Sip ‘n Sock is another pattern from the Winter 2008 Interweave Publication, Sandalwood Socks. The close lace pattern of these socks echo the texture of woven tweed, even when worked in plain yarn. 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.
MIDDLE OF THE MITTEN FIBER ARTS MEETING Saturday, February 14, 10 am till 2:30 pm
Thrummed Mittens Revisited with Cary Smith; see class description above in January class list. If time allows, we will also learn how to make a simple “mitten blocker” to give your completed mittens a nice, finished look!
Crochet 101: February 2, 9, & 16 from 6-8 or call for an afternoon class.
This will be a basic class to introduce newcomers to crocheting. You will learn the basic stitches of chain, single crochet, and double crochet. With a little homework, you should be able to complete your scarf by the end of the two sessions. Cost of three-week class is $20 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Kirsten Mitchell
Knitting 101: February 2, 9, & 16 from 6-8
Are you intrigued by knitting and want to learn? This is the class for you. You’ll learn to cast on, knit, purl, and cast off. With a little homework in between the three sessions, you should be able to complete your scarf and have a little warmth for the winter! Cost of three-week class is $20 plus supplies. Class size is limited to 8 people. Instructor: Suzanne Bailey
BABY SURPRISE JACKET: Saturday, February 21 & 28, 9:30am till 2:30 pm.
Using Elizabeth Zimmerman’s timeless and perennially surprising pattern, we’ll learn the tricks to successfully knitting this one-piece baby sweater. You may choose to make a sweater to fit an infant or a one-year-old. Once you have learned to make this nifty little pattern, you may wish to make the Adult Version for yourself or someone you know! With Cary Smith as your workshop leader, you will learn: Double increases and double decreases, casting off in purl, invisible cast on; I-cord techniques and (hopefully) some confidence about reading your knitting, following a sketchy pattern with confidence. You must know how to cast on (preferably long tail cast on), knit and bind off. Materials: For the infant size, 350 yards of dk or light worsted weight yarn. For the toddler size, about 400 yards of worsted or DK weight Needle: 32″ or 40″ circular in size appropriate for yarn choice to reach gauge. Gauge: Infant : 6 stitches per inch in garter. Toddler: 4 stitches per inch in garter. Anything between works, too. Pattern will be available at the shop or can be found in Elizabeth Zimmerman’s books “Knitting Workshop” or “The Opinionated Knitter” if you have either of those. Cary Smith, workshop leader Cost: $15.00 per session plus $3.50 for pattern if needed (Special! Save $5 by paying for both sessions at once...only $25 for the entire workshops!) NOTE: You MUST pre-register for this class by February 5 in order that we have enough patterns and handouts for the workshop
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Second Annual Christmas ~ Pajama Party
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 second annual Middle of the Mitten Fiber Arts Christmas Pajama Party, hosted by Sip 'n Knit Yarn Shop and Coffee HouseFood ~ Beverages ~ Knitting ~ Spinning ~ Crochet ~ Christmas Music AND shopping…because Suzanne is offering a special of 25% off all regularly priced yarns that night!
A good time to stock up on goodies for yourself or for future gifts, right? You might want to ask for a gift certificate for yourself, to use that night!
Date: Friday, December 19th, 2008
Time: 6-10 pm
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 drinks!) Please RSVP to Suzanne at Sip-n-Knit sipnknit@yahoo.com or 989-449-4444 by Monday, December 15th. Pajamas are not required, but please plan to dress comfortably!
(The pajama party will take the place of our regularly scheduled monthly meeting and remember, you are invited to attend even if you are not part of the fiber group!)
Also, look for our latest schedule of classes to appear here shortly ~ we are working on that list right now! In the meantime, don't forget to stop by Sip 'n Knit to shop for your favorite yarn fanatic or to refresh yourself with a warm, winter time beverage from the coffee shop.
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