Registration for class requires full payment. Please call or register in person. Class size is limited. Sorry, no refunds on class fees; no make-ups are available for missed classes.

New crochet classes have just been added!

PROJECT CLASS with Anne

THURSDAYS, 7 - 9 pm
Session 3: Mar. 1, 8, 15, & 22
Session 4: Apr. 5, 12, 19 & 26

Get expert advice on reading your pattern, support learning new knitting techniques, and help fixing mistakes as you work on your own special project. Bring your own pattern and yarn, and spend time in the company of other knitters.

Level: Advanced beginner, must know knit/purl and cast on/off. Cost: $65.

LEARN TO KNIT with Shellye

WEDNESDAYS, 7 - 9 pm
Session 2: Feb. 8 & 15
Session 3: Mar. 14 & 21

Learn all you need to know to start knitting! This class is perfect for total beginners as well as long-lost knitters looking to brush up on the basics.

Level: Beginner. Cost: $60, includes supplies.

KIDS KNITTING SERIES with Laura & Stephanie

SUNDAYS, 10:45 am - 12 noon
Feb. 5 & 19, Mar. 4 & 18

Come learn to knit! Parents can purchase any number of classes--we recommend at least two. At each class we will cover the basics of casting on, casting off, knitting and purling. Kids can progress at their own pace and get help with their projects. For girls and boys ages 9-12, parent must attend with child. The first 15 minutes of the class may be used to purchase supplies.

Level: Beginning. Cost: $25 per class or $80 for all four sessions, plus supplies.

TOE-UP SOCKS with Laura

TUESDAYS, 7 - 9 pm
Feb. 7 & 21

Learn to knit a toe up sock.

Level: Intermediate; must be able to cast on, knit, purl and understand basic knitting in the round techniques. Cost: $60, plus supplies.

RIGID HEDDLE WEAVING with Laura

SUNDAYS, 2 - 4 pm
Mar. 4, Apr. 1 (11:30 am - 1:30 pm), May 6, and Jun. 3

Come learn the ins and outs of weaving on a rigid heddle loom. Each session will feature a new project and highlight different yarns. Warping and weaving techniques specific to the project will be covered. Bring your own rigid heddle loom to get started on, or take turns on the pre-warped shop loom and take home a small sample. Handout with draft and instructions provided.

Level: All levels welcome. Cost: $25 per session, plus supplies.

SPRING CARDIGAN with Laura

TUESDAYS, 7 - 9 pm
Mar. 6, 13, 27; Apr. 3, 10, 17, 24; May 8

In this class you’ll learn the basics of sweater construction as you knit a simple top down raglan sleeve Dk weight cardigan. We’ll cover fit, yoke shaping, increasing, decreasing, frequently used knitting language, working sleeves, seaming, picking up stitches, and finishing. We will also discuss modifying this pattern to include more buttons or lengthening it to suit you. You must already be able to cast on, knit and purl. Come in to the shop to purchase the pattern, Eyelet Cardi by ChicKnits, and yarns ahead of class.

Level: Intermediate: must know basic knitting techniques including cast-on, knit and purl. Cost: $120, plus supplies. Pre-registration required.

FAIR ISLE PROJECT CLASS with Darcie

SUNDAYS, 2 - 4 pm
Mar. 11 & 25, Apr. 1 & 15

Get expert advice on reading your pattern, support learning new knitting techniques, and help fixing mistakes as you work on your own Fair Isle project. Bring your own project and yarn, and spend time in the company of other knitters.

Level: Advanced beginner, must know knit/purl and cast on/off. Cost: $65.

LEARN TO CROCHET with Jorel

WEDNESDAYS, 7 - 9 pm
Feb. 22 & 29

Learn the fundamentals of crochet, and gain the experience and confidence you’ll need to successfully tackle your first crochet project. Materials: Smooth, worsted or DK yarn; E, F or G hook, scissors.

Level: Absolute beginners and others looking to brush up on the basics. Cost: $60, plus supplies.

TUNISIAN with Jorel

TUESDAY, 7 - 9 pm
Mar. 20

Also called Shepherd’s Knitting, Hook Knitting, Tricot Crochet, Afghan Stitch. This technique is neither crochet nor knitting but has similarities to both. Small projects can be worked on a regular crochet hook. We will start with a small bag to learn the basics. Materials: Smooth yarn, worsted or thinner yarn. Afghan hook size I for worsted, H for thinner yarn, scissors.

Level: Advanced beginner. Cost: $25, plus supplies.

CROCHET STRING MARKET BAG with Jorel

WEDNESDAY, 7 - 9 pm
Mar. 28

Crochet this pretty and practical shopping bag just in time for the summer farmers markets. The mesh bag folds into its own pouch, making it both practical and convenient. It is also a great gift idea. Bring size D hook and thin cotton yarn, fingering weight or finer.

Level: Advanced beginner. Must know basic crochet stitches Cost: $25, plus supplies.

OPEN KNIT NIGHT

The first WEDNESDAY of each Month 7 - 9 pm

Devote an evening to knitting with fellow knitters.

FREE, drop in!  *no instruction offered

The third SUNDAY of each Month 12:30 - 3:30 pm

This low-key, drop-in help session with Sydney will get you through your knitting challenges and on your way to a finished project! Limit 6 people.

$10/hour, minimum $10 fee. No pre-registration required.

The first and second WEDNESDAY of each Month 2 - 3 pm

Bring your crochet challenges and Jorel will help you solve them. Limit 6 people.

$10 payable to instructor.

If you are at a critical point in your project and need some guidance, help is available!

Just call (650-941-1815) ahead to ensure staff are ready and able to help.