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BEGIN KNIT PART 1 Join Lofty Lou Lady 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 10:00am – 1:00pm (3 Sessions) December 4 - December 18 1:30pm – 4:30pm (3 Sessions) December 4 - December 18 |
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BEGIN KNIT PART 2
Join Lofty Lou Lady Elizabeth Haines for part two of learning how to knit. This class is specifically designed as a follow up for people who have taken the Begin Knit Part 1 class and want a little more time knitting in a small class setting with other new knitters. Each student will advance at their own level on individual projects. Class Fee: 3 Session Classes - $75 2 Session Classes - $50 Wednesday with Elizabeth Haines 10:00am – 1:00pm November 13 & November 20 (2 Sessions) 1:30pm – 4:30pm November 13 & November 20 (2 Sessions) |
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BUILDING BLOCKS
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: $140 Every Other Tuesday with Theresa Ainsworth 1:30am – 3:00pm (12 Sessions) September 17 - March 4 (Skipping December 24) |
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Cozy Knitted Felted Hats, Slippers or Bag
Join Lofty Lou Lady Elizabeth Haines and create your own knitted felted hat, slippers or handbag using 100% wool yarn suitable for felting when washed. Examples of suitable yarns are: Lamb’s Pride worsted or non-superwash fiber (sheep, alpaca, llama). Students can view already felted samples to include Fiber Trends Hat with Brim Variations, Duffers - Revisited-v2.1, or Seamless Clutch Bag by Marion Matthews. Students will select a pattern and yarn of their choice, knit the garment/s and plan the felting process while in class, then complete the felting at home. Final products will be refined and shared at the 3rd class. Class fee: $75 Wednesdays with Elizabeth Haines 1:30am – 4:30pm (3 Sessions) September 4 - September 18 |
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Beginning Colorwork Class
Join Lofty Lou Lady Elizabeth Haines and learn how to knit patterns (colorwork), with two colors. Simple knit stiches are used in making a hat. Elizabeth has picked a Fair Isle Knit Hat (free pattern in-store) 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. Class fee: $75 Wednesdays with Elizabeth Haines 10:00am – 1:00pm (3 Sessions) September 4 - September 18 |
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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, (5 sessions) Saturday sessions with Linda Mathes 10:00am – 1:00pm August 17 - September 21 (skipping September 14) November 2 - November 30 December 7 - January 4 Monday sessions with Debi Padlicki 10:00am – 1:00pm September 9 - October 7 October 28, Tuesday October 29, Monday November 4, 11, 18 (Note: the 2nd class is Tuesday) December 2 - January 6 (skipping Dec. 23) Thursday sessions with Debi Padlicki 10:00am – 1:00pm September 19 - October 17 October 31, November 7, Friday November 8, November 14, 21 (Note: the 3nd class is Friday) December 5 - January 9 (skipping Dec. 26) |
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FIBER CRAFT UNIVERSITY
Crochet, Knit, or explore Needle Felting Work on projects that bring you joy. Knitting or Crochet (All levels), Needle Felting and coil rope baskets. Work on your own project at your own pace! This class is for those who want to take their 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, crochet, felting, or make coil rope baskets. Theresa will help you with techniques, pattern reading, reading gauge, and more! Class fee: $95, (5 sessions) Thursday sessions with Theresa Ainsworth 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm August 29 - October 3 (Skipping Sept. 12) October 10 - November 7 November 14 - December 19 (Skipping Nov. 28) Saturday sessions with Theresa Ainsworth 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm August 31 - October 5 (Skipping Sept. 14) October 12 - November 9 November 16 - December 21 (Skipping Nov. 30) |
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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) $35 for class drop-ins Fridays with Linda Dean 1:30 - 4:30 pm August 30 - October 4 (skipping September 13) October 11 - November 8 November 15 - December 6th (3 Sessions $75, skipping November 29) |
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FIBER CRAFT UNIVERSITY
Expanded fiber craft offerings Work on projects that bring you joy. Knitting or Crochet (All levels), Needle Felting and coil rope baskets. Work on your own project at your own pace! This class is for those who want to take their 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, crochet, felting, or make coil rope baskets. Theresa will help you with techniques, pattern reading, reading gauge, and more! Class fee: $95, (5 sessions) Thursday sessions with Theresa Ainsworth 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm August 29 - October 3 (Skipping Sept. 12) October 10 - November 7 November 14 - December 19 (Skipping Nov. 28) Saturday sessions with Theresa Ainsworth 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm August 31 - October 5 (Skipping Sept. 14) October 12 - November 9 November 16 - December 21 (Skipping Nov. 30) |
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SPINNING 101
Learn how to make your own yarn on a spinning wheel from Lofty Lou Lady Bree Jernigan. 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 instructor 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 first day of class Wednesday with Bree Jernigan 10:00 am - 1:00 pm (5 sessions) October 2 - October 30 |
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SPINNING 102
Take your wheel spinning to the next level with this 5-week session for the advanced beginner. In this class, Lofty Lou Lady Bree Jernigan will be covering specialty fibers such as alpaca, camel, mohair, silk, flax, and cotton. Must pre-register for this class, to receive necessary special instructions. Class Fee: $95; plus $15 (cash) supply fee due on first day of class Check back for more classes in the fall |
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WEAVING 101
Learn the fundamentals of weaving on a rigid heddle loom. Join Lofty Lou Lady 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 Friday sessions with Cindee La Joure 10:00 am - 1:00 pm September 20 - October 4 Thursday Evening sessions with Cindee La Joure 5:00 am - 7:30 pm October 17 - November 14 |
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WEAVING 102
In this three-session class, open to students who have taken Weaving 101 and/or know how to load a loom, students will learn more weaving techniques. Lofty Lady Cindee La Joure will teach you 2-color warp, weaving with 2 shuttles, how to measure a project as you weave, hemming techniques, and more. You’ll have your choice of several projects: weaving 4 placemats; a table runner; a short runner and 2 placemats; or a scarf. Instructor will provide loaner looms for the class. Must pre-register for this class, to receive necessary special instructions. Class fee: $75 Tuesday sessions with Cindee La Joure 10:00 am - 1:00 pm August 27 - September 10 |
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WEAVING 103 - PICK-UP STICKS
Adventure beyond the standard weave on a rigid heddle loom by joining Lofty Lou Lady Cindee La Joure as she teaches you how to use pickup sticks to create lacy and textured patterns. You will weave a complete scarf in this class with three different weave patterns and learn new techniques to implement in your future projects. The class is open to students who have taken Weaving 101 or know how to load a loom. Instructor will provide loaner looms for the class. Must pre-register for this class, to receive necessary special instructions. Class fee: $75 Check back for more times |
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WEAVING - PILLOWS!
Is two your lucky number? It is with this class! Join Lofty Lady Cindee La Joure as she teaches you two new weaving styles while you weave two decorative pillow covers using two yarns. One pillow will be woven using a clasped weft technique and the other pillow in an offset Danish medallion pattern. While these are slower weave patterns than plain weave, the results are beautiful. Clasped Weft weaving is a plain weave with doubled-up wefts in contrasting colors. The key to the effect is that the wefts are interlocked, creating unique effects. You can use clasped weft to make random lines of color or random shapes, or you can be more strategic and build up geometric shapes. Danish Medallion weaving is a finger-controlled technique where sections of warp and weft are grouped together to create a pattern. This weave structure uses a third thicker yarn weft to draw the fabric up into medallion shapes. Both pillow covers are woven on one warp. Seam sewing and optional zipper not done in class. The class is open to students who have taken Weaving 101 or know how to load a loom. The instructor will provide loaner looms for the class. Must pre-register for this class, to receive necessary special instructions. Class fee: $75 Thursday Evening sessions with Cindee La Joure 5:00 am - 7:30 pm September 19 - October 10 |
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WEAVING - KITCHEN TOWELS!
Join Lofty Lou Lady Cindee La Joure and 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, Cindee La Joure, will provide loaner rigid heddle looms for the class. Prerequisite: Weaving 101 or know how to load a loom. Skill Level: Adventurous Beginner Must pre-register for this class, to receive necessary special instructions Class fee: $75 Friday sessions with Cindee La Joure 10:00 am - 1:00 pm October 18 - November 1 |
For needle felting, see Fiber Craft University