Class: Crockpot Dyeing vs. Hand Painting Sock Weight Yarn

May 2, and 9 (Saturdays) | 10:30-1:30 | $80 | Materials Included
(Only one spot left in this class!)


Curious about what it takes to dye your own yarn? Come find out!

Class members will get approximately 400 yards of a sock weight yarn which will be split up in three ways and dyed.

Week one: learn a little bit about color theory, how to get the color you want, crock-pot dye one small skein and hand-paint a second skein of yarn. There will be at-home work involved for your hand-painting!

Week two: go over your at-home results and ask questions about the two skeins dyed in the previous week, and kettle dye the third skein using what you’ve learned in the last two weeks.


Classes do fill up early; so please reserve your space in the class by paying in advance as it is unlikely we will be able to accommodate walk-ins. Payment is required within 7 days of signing up for the class or within one week before the class begins (whichever comes first). All classes limited to five people unless otherwise stated. A minimum of 2 students is required for most classes to take place. If the minimum for a class is not reached, we will cancel or reschedule the class and a full refund will be given. Individual classes/lessons available by request (prices may vary). Homework is required in most of our classes; we know that all of you have busy schedules but please be sure to allow time to finish the work needed for classes.

Class: Introduction to Knitting

May 2, 9, 16, and 23 (Saturdays) | 10:30-1:30 | $100 | Materials Included (Only one spot left available in this class)
or
June 4, 11, 18, and 25 (Thursdays) | 6:00-8:00 | $100 | Materials Included


This class will be for those who have never knit before, or perhaps learned years ago but set it aside and feel that they need a refresher from the beginning steps.

Week One: Learn about different weights of yarn and the different projects they can be used for; how to read a yarn label; tools of the trade; casting on; the knit stitch.

Week Two: Refresher on casting on and the knit stitch; the purl stitch; the difference between garter and stockinette.

Week Three: Ribbing; increases and decreases; changing to a new ball of yarn; changing to a different color.

Week Four: Symbols and charts; the importance of dye lots; yarn substitution; cables; binding off.


Classes do fill up early; so please reserve your space in the class by paying in advance as it is unlikely we will be able to accommodate walk-ins. Payment is required within 7 days of signing up for the class or within one week before the class begins (whichever comes first). All classes limited to five people unless otherwise stated. A minimum of 2 students is required for most classes to take place. If the minimum for a class is not reached, we will cancel or reschedule the class and a full refund will be given. Homework is required in most of our classes; we know that all of you have busy schedules but please be sure to allow time to finish the work needed for classes.

Class: Intermediate Lace Knitting - The Scottish Lace Stole

May 2, and 23 (Saturdays) | 2:00-5:00 | $60 | Materials Included

This two-session class (there is a break in between classes to allow for homework) would be fantastic for anyone who has either done a few simple lace projects or is an intermediate knitter motivated to learn more.



The first week of class will get you started on the project, teaching you the lace stitch needed for this lovely stole and getting the first repeats down.

The second week of class will get you finished up on your project, completing the stole and talking about blocking.

The teacher will be available some days of the week during the break between classes in order to answer any questions you may have.

Upcoming Classes

Please read this first:
Classes do fill up early; so please reserve your space in the class by paying in advance as it is unlikely we will be able to accommodate walk-ins. Payment is required within 7 days of signing up for the class or within one week before the class begins (whichever comes first). All classes limited to five people unless otherwise stated. A minimum of 2 students is required for most classes to take place. If the minimum for a class is not reached, we will cancel or reschedule the class and a full refund will be given. Individual classes/lessons available by request (prices may vary). Homework is required in most of our classes; we know that all of you have busy schedules but please be sure to allow time to finish the work needed for classes.

Introduction to Knitting
May 2, 9, 16, and 23 (Saturdays) | 10:30-1:30 | $100 | Materials Included

Knitting vs. Crochet: An Introduction to Both
May 21 and 28 (Thursdays) | 6:00-8:00 | $55 | Materials Included

Intermediate Lace Knitting: Scottish Thistle Stole
May 2, and 23 (Saturdays) | 2:00-5:00 | $60 | Materials Included

Crockpot Dyeing vs. Hand Painting Sock Weight Yarn
May 2, and 9 (Saturdays) | 10:30-1:30 | $80 | Materials Included

Intro to Cables: Knit a Soap Sweater
May 9 (Saturday) 2:00-5:00 | $30 | Materials Included

Intro to Sock Knitting on Two Circular Needles
May 15, 22, and 29 (Fridays) | 6:00-8:00 | $75 | Materials Included

2009 Afghan: The May Square
May 16 (Saturday) | 2:00-5:00
$15 (materials not included)/$30 (materials included)

Intro to Twisted Stitches: Knit a Soap Sweater
May 18 (Monday) | 6:00-8:00 | $30 | Materials Included

Technique: Magic Loop
May 20 (Wednesday) | 6:00-8:00 | $35 | Materials Included

Introduction to Crock Pot Dyeing (Worsted Weight Yarn)
May 23 (Saturday) | 10:30-1:30 | $40 | Materials Included

Intro to Knitting Socks on DPNs
May 25, June 1, and 8 (Mondays) | 6:00-8:00 | $75 | Materials Included

Intro to Fair Isle: Knit a Soap Sweater
May 30 (Saturday) | 2:00-5:00 | $30 | Materials Included

New patterns!

Here is a random sampling of a few patterns we've gotten into the shop recently -

New organic yarns just in time for Earth Day!

What better way to celebrate Earth Day than with some new organic yarns!



We have Organico (100% organic cotton) and Biosoja (40% Soy/34% Cotton/26% Bamboo). And a pattern book that has both knitting and crochet patterns for both yarns!

Got plans on Friday, May 1st?

It's time for another Art Hop! We've done it twice now and both times have been a lot of fun and we'd love to have you join us! The district of Uptown at 43rd Street includes art galleries, businesses and restaurants in Millhopper Square, Thornebrook Village, and The Market Place. See a sampling of some of the best art in Gainesville, ranging from one-of-a-kind locally made art, to gifts from the far corners of the earth. A rickshaw shuttle will allow event goers to easily travel the short distance between stops. More information is available at The Uptown Art Hop website.

We will be having spinners, knitters, and crocheters hanging out and doing what they do best (having fun) - and of course we will have wine, cheese, coffee, and cookies if you work up an appetite having so much fun.

Please come out that Friday night from 6-9 PM and show locally owned business that you support us by finding out what we have to offer the community!