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Have you been
wanting to learn how to knit, but haven't found the time, motivation, or
the right class? Look no further, for many of our classes have been redesigned
and condensed into one day sessions. Check out our newly "re-modeled" Beginner's
Knitting classes - these four hour workshops will teach you the skills to
begin your first knitting project.
Class Schedule Now that the holidays are over, and the cold days of winter are about to set in, what better time to learn how to knit, broaden your skills, learn something new, or even learn to spin. Mad About Ewes is offering a full schedule of fiber arts classes over the next several months, so look over the list below and come have some fiber fun!
Because we plan our classes in advance here at Mad About Ewes, and must have enough supplies in stock for you, we ask that you register for classes early. Payment for the class is required at time of registration. You can register over the phone with a credit card, or stop by the shop and pay. You will receive a full refund if we cancel the class due to low enrollment OR if you cancel no less than seven days prior to the class. Otherwise, class fees are non-refundable. If a class is cancelled due to inclement weather, it will be rescheduled. You will receive confirmation by phone or e-mail one week prior to the class. Please remember to attend a class if you have signed up for it - we work very hard to prepare!
There's no greater satisfaction than learning to spin your own yarn for that special project. The introductory spinning class consists of about 8 hours of instruction, covering the different types of wool, its characteristics, and uses. Instruction is given on how to wash and process a raw fleece, and prepare worsted and woolen yarns using various types of carding techniques. Students receive instruction on drop spinning and spinning on a wheel, including how to create a two-ply yarn. Each student takes home the yarn spun in class, a drop spindle, and about 4 ounces of fiber to keep practicing at home. Cost is $75. Call or stop by for scheduling details.
Beginning Knitting If you've thought about learning to knit, but haven't found a class or the motivation, now is a great time to learn, because it seems that everyone is knitting these days! This class has recently been modified and consists of two 4-hour workshops: Knitting 101 and Knitting 102. Knitting 101 - Come and learn how to get started: casting on, the knit stitch, garter stitch, decreasing, and binding off. This class is a prerequisite for Knitting 102. Knitting 102 - This class will prepare you for your first real knitting project. Learn the purl stitch, stockinette stitch, increasing, and 2X2 ribbing. Participants will take home a simple pattern using the skills learned in the two workshops. Cost of each workshop is $50, or sign up for both at the same time, and the cost is $75. All materials are provided. These classes are scheduled as follows:
Cuff Down Magic Loop Sock You'd like to learn the Magic Loop sock technique, but you're not quite ready for two socks at the same time? Then this is the class for you. Learn to knit one sock at a time from the cuff down using the Magic Loop technique. This one day class will be offered once during February, and once in April. All materials are provided. Participants should have experience knitting in the round and know the long tail cast on. Skill level - advanced beginner/intermediate. Cost is $50. This class is scheduled as follows:
(Both socks at the same time!) I know, it sounds scary, but it's really not. Never suffer from "SSS" (Second Sock Syndrome) again! Learn how to knit BOTH socks at the same time from the toe up, on one circular needle. Participants MUST know the long tail cast on method, and have experience knitting in the round. You will need to bring your own materials to this class: a 40" long circular needle in size 1 or 2, and about 50 yds of fingering weight sock yarn. Cost of this class is $45. This is a one day class and is scheduled as follows:
Lace Leaf Scarf You've seen all those beautiful, intricate lace shawl and scarf patterns, but they just look way too intimidating with all those yarn overs!….Come join us for a four hour workshop and start a simple lace knitting project. Participants will begin working on a lace leaf motif scarf. This class is a four hour workshop. Students will need to bring along a set of straight needles in size 8 or 9. Yarn will be provided. Cost is $40. This class is scheduled as follows:
Cables, Baubles, and Buttonholes These are three handy skills to know, and can definitely enhance your knitting projects. This is a four hour workshop demonstrating how to accomplish each of these skills - they're easier than you think! Participants should bring a set of straight needles in size 8 or 9 and some practice worsted weight yarn, preferably in a light color. Cable needles will be provided. Cost is $45. This class is scheduled as follows:
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