Scroll down to find your craft. Check back often as more classes are added weekly! To sign up for a class, please stop by the store, call (530) 642-2270, or email education@loftylous.com.
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BEGIN KNIT CLASS
Join Elizabeth Haines and learn how to knit. This class is specifically designed for people who want to learn to knit in a small class setting with other new knitters. Each student will receive individual attention to learn knitting vocabulary, information about yarn types and weight, simple knitting stitches and pattern reading. A simple scarf will be created. Students will want to practice, at home or at the community table at the front of the shop. Class Fee: $75 Wednesday with Elizabeth Haines 1:30pm – 4:00pm (3 Sessions) February 14 - February 28 |
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BEGINNING COLORWORK
Join Elizabeth Haines and learn how to knit patterns (colorwork), with two colors. Simple knit stitches are used in making a hat. Elizabeth has picked the Valentines’ Day beanie by Jeri Sullivan (free pattern on Ravelry) or you can pick a similar two color pattern. This is a fun and easy way to break into colorwork in a small class environment. Prerequisite: Cast On, Knit, Purl Class Fee: $75 Wednesday with Elizabeth Haines 1:30pm – 4:30pm (2 Sessions) January 17 - January 24 |
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"TIED KNOTS" HAT - CABLING WITHOUT A NEEDLE
This Hat is a great way to learn cabling without a needle. The pattern being taught is: “Tied Knots by Justyna Lorkowska” (free on Ravelry). Helen Keith, has been a knitter most of her life, and a pattern designer since 2021. She has several published designs on Ravelry. Helen is also a regular at the Thursday night community table. Prerequisites/Intermediate knitter: must be able to cast-on, bind-off, knit, purl, yarn over, and slip stitch. Class fee: $75 Thursday with Helen Keith 5:30pm – 7:00pm (3 Sessions) February 1 - February 22 |
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BUILDING BLOCKS
Beginner Build your confidence and skills as a knitter in this unique, 12-session class with our instructor Theresa Ainsworth. Each block will be a different stitch beginning with simpler patterns and building skills to more complicated patterns. In the last class you will learn how to seam your blocks into a beautiful sampler afghan. You will need a copy of the Building Blocks booklet by Michelle Hunter. A limited number of hard copies will be available at the shop for $21, or you can purchase a digital version through Ravelry. Class Fee: $120 Every Other Tuesday 1:30pm – 3:00pm (12 Sessions) September 26 - February 27 |
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KNITTING UNIVERSITY
Enjoy our Knitting University with five 3-hour sessions. Open to all levels, you will learn not only to improve your skills, but in every class a new shortcut, stitch, or helpful knitting tip or skill will be demonstrated. Bring a project you are currently working on or a new one you would like to start! Class Fee: $95 Saturday sessions with Linda Mathes 10:00am – 1:00pm November 18 - December 16 December 30 - January 27 February 3 - March 2 March 9 - April 6 April 13 - May 11 Monday sessions with Debi Padlicki 10:00am – 1:00pm December 4 - January 15 (skipping 12/25 & 1/1) January 22 - February 19 2:00pm - 5:00pm December 4 - January 15 (skipping 12/25 & 1/1) January 22 - February 19 Thursday sessions with Debi Padlicki 10:00am – 1:00pm December 7 - January 11 (skipping 12/28) January 25 - February 22 |
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KNIT OR CROCHET UNIVERSITY
Work on your own project at your own pace! This class is for those who want to take their knitting or crochet skills to the next level -- as well as for those just starting out! All skill levels are welcome! Popular instructor Theresa Ainsworth will teach you to knit or crochet, or she will help you with techniques, pattern reading, reading gauge, and more! Class fee: $95 Thursday sessions with Theresa Ainsworth 1:30 am - 4:30 pm November 30 - December 28 Saturday sessions with Theresa Ainsworth 1:30 am - 4:30 pm November 18 - December 16 |
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CROCHET AS YOU WANT IT
Learn crochet or take crochet to the next level with nationally recognized designer and instructor Linda Dean! Just get the basics or gain knowledge to make you a master, this class offers crochet the way you want it! Do you want to create blankets? Sweaters? Shawls? Toys? Lace? Handbags? The only limit is your own imagination! Class fee: $95 (5 sessions), $75 (3 sessions), $35 for class drop-ins Five Sessions: Fridays with Linda Dean, 1:30 - 4:30 pm (5 sessions) November 3 - December 8 (skipping Nov 24) January 12 - February 9 February 16 - March 15 March 22 - April 26 (skipping April 19) |
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KNIT OR CROCHET UNIVERSITY
Work on your own project at your own pace! This class is for those who want to take their knitting or crochet skills to the next level -- as well as for those just starting out! All skill levels are welcome! Popular instructor Theresa Ainsworth will teach you to knit or crochet, or she will help you with techniques, pattern reading, reading gauge, and more! Class fee: $95 Thursday sessions with Theresa Ainsworth 1:30 am - 4:30 pm November 30 - December 28 Saturday sessions with Theresa Ainsworth 1:30 am - 4:30 pm November 18 - December 16 |
More classes coming soon.
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WHEEL SPINNING 101
Learn how to make your own yarn on a spinning wheel from instructors, Bree Jernigan and Jean Franklin. You’ll have the opportunity to try out a variety of fibers in this fun and informative class. Bring your own wheel or use one provided by the instructors; which you can take home on loan for a nominal fee. Must pre-register for this class, to receive necessary special instructions. Class fee: $95; plus $15 (cash) supply fee due on the first day of class Wednesdays with Bree Jernigan and Jean Franklin, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm November 29 - December 27 |
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WHEEL SPINNING 101
The history of making yarns is a long one, but the basic approach is still the same. Learn how to use a drop spindle to create your own yarn, and in doing so learn what creates various structures of the yarn itself. Learn about fibers, drafting, twist and plying, and become more comfortable in your understanding about why some yarns are your favorites and what makes others more difficult for you to use. Class fee: $65 Fridays with Linda Dean, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm January 12 & January 19 |
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WEAVING 101
Learn the fundamentals of weaving on a rigid heddle loom. Join Cindee La Joure as she walks you through creating the warp and “dressing the loom.” You’ll learn hemstitching and finishing techniques. After some practice to get yourself familiar with the techniques, you’ll dive into creating your own one-of-a-kind scarf. Instructor will provide loaner looms for the class. Class fee: $75 Thursdays with Cindee La Joure, 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm November 30 - 14 (3 Sessions) Tuesday with Cindee La Joure, 10:00 am - 1:30 pm January 16 - January 30 (3 Sessions) |
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WEAVING KITCHEN TOWELS
Learn the waffle weave structure while you weave a set of kitchen towels. You can choose to design your towels with stripes or checks in a variety of color combinations to make the towels uniquely yours. Instructor will provide loaner rigid heddle looms for the class. Prerequisite: Weaving 101 or know how to load a loom Class fee: $75 Tuesday with Cindee La Joure, 10:00 am - 1:30 pm November 14 - November 28 (3 Sessions) |
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CUSTOM CLASSES
With Nancy Fowle Let Lofty Lady Instructor Nancy Fowle know your knitting goals and she will work with you to design a class on Zoom. Possible sample courses could include but are not limited to: Socks for beginners; knitting for beginners/refresher course; lace techniques and knitting with beads; advanced knitting techniques (pattern selection/reading/modification/cast-ons/bind-offs, etc.); fixing mistakes. Classes are one-hour sessions. Class fee: $25 for a single session $40 for two sessions $55 for three sessions. As a student, you will be entitled to the regular 10% discount on yarn and notions purchased in the shop. |