Fall Classes at Knitters Mercantile
Just like our kids starting back to school, now is a great time for us to learn something new. Jan will be going to Wisconsin the first part of October for a Color workshop with Meg Swansen. She is really looking forward to learning more about color knitting and steeking. Join us at Knitters Mercantile and take a class. Below are the classes that will be starting in September.
Beginning Knitting: In this four week class you will learn all the basics of knitting: the knit stitch, the purl stitch, cast on and bind off, and increasing and decreasing. The finished project is a beautiful sampler scarf. October classes are from 6–8 PM and begin on Thursday, October 15th. They continue on October 22nd, 29th, and November 5th. Cost: $50.00 plus supplies. Instructor: Barb
Beginning Crochet: This three session class will teach you the basics of the art of crochet. You will learn essential stitches and tips to help you create three wash cloths, perfect for that holiday hostess gift. The history of the art and more advanced techniques will be discussed. This class begins Tuesday, October 13th and continues on the 20th, and 27th. Class is from 6-8 PM. Cost: $40.00 plus supplies. Instructor: Renee
Advanced Beginners: Ready to make a sweater? In this class you will learn the next steps in knitting - reading patterns, checking gauge, knitting with double point needles (dpn), circular needles, and much more. The project is a top-down sweater!! This four week class begins Monday, October 19th and continues October 26th, November 2nd, and 9th from 6-8 PM. Cost: $50.00 plus supplies. Instructor: Barb
Color Wave Scarf: Create a beautiful scarf just in time for a Christmas gift. Class meets Saturday October 3rd 10:30 AM-3:30 PM. Cost $30.00 plus supplies. Instructor: Gerald
Finishing: How many time have you have said, “I can’t finish that!” ? Have you ever avoided doing a garment because it has too many seams? Learn the basic techniques of finishing a sweater. This one session class is Wednesday, October 28th from 6–8 PM. Cost: $20.00. Instructor: Beth
Great American Aran Afghan: This once a month class continues on Wednesday, October 14th, November 11th and December 9th from 6-8 PM. Join us for one class or all of them. Cost: $15.00 per class plus supplies. Instructors: All of us!
Mobius Scarf: Learn the mobius cast on and make a beautiful scarf. Class is Saturday, October 31st and November 7th from 10:30 AM-3:30 PM with an break for lunch. Cost: $40.00 plus supplies. Instructor: Beth
Wet Felting: This felting is different from the technique you are using now. This is done without knitting a stitch. This one time class will meet Wednesday, October 21st from 6-8 PM. Cost: $30.00 plus supplies. (Cost does include cost of the felt needed for class). Instructor: Peggy