**NEW THIS FALL**
Four new classes based on our new pattern line by Nancy Lindberg. Nancy is a popular knitting and fiber arts teacher in the Twin Cities area, and her patterns are written with beginning and intermediate knitters in mind. Each of them is easy to follow and contains clearly-written directions and good illustrations. We’re very pleased to be carrying Nancy’s patterns and to offer these new classes to make several basic knitting projects.
Knit Caps that Fit
Skill level: Advanced beginner
Two sessions: Tuesday evenings – September 7 and 14.
6 – 8 p.m.
Instructor: Diane Corson
Class Fee: $25 + materials Skill level: Adv. beginner
Nancy’s patterns Hats that Fit and More Hats that Fit use a 2-measurement method to make virtually any style of knit cap, in any size, using whatever yarn you want. In this class we’ll discuss the basic technique and each participant will choose one style to make for the class project. After you’ve made the first one, try something else –stocking cap, flat-top, even caps with ear flaps. Each cap requires about 100 gm of worsted or bulky-weight yarn. See pattern for materials list.
Felted Hats
Skill level: Advanced beginner
Three sessions: Wednesday evenings – September 8, 15, and 22.
6 – 8 p.m.
Instructor: Diane Corson
Class Fee: $35 + materials
The perfect winter accessory! Knit a flat, turned-up or rolled-brim hat from Lamb’s Pride Bulky yarn, then felt it and trim it to your liking. Diane’s felted hats are featured at Gallery 319 in downtown Ames, and in this class she’ll show you how to make one of your own. You’ll need 2 skeins of LP Bulky, a 24” circular needle, size 11 and Fiber Trends pattern #AC-1 (available at Rose Tree).
Mittens that Fit
Skill level: Advanced beginner/intermediate
Two Sessions: Tuesday evenings – September 21 and 28.
6 – 8 p.m.
Instructor: Diane Corson
Class Fee: $25 + materials
Based on Nancy Lindberg’s Fittin’ Mittens pattern, this class will teach you to make basic mittens in any size, using the yarn of your choice. Here’s your chance to learn a new technique (knitting on double-pointed needles) and make mittens for gifts or for yourself. See pattern for materials list.
DYE WORKSHOP: Self-patterning yarns: a new approach
Skill level: No previous dye experience needed
One session: Saturday morning – September 25.
10 a.m. – Noon
Instructor: Diane Corson
Class Fee: $35 includes all materials
Create unique, self-patterning yarns by applying color directly to pre-knit “blanks” of undyed yarn. Once the dyeing is completed, unravel the blank and re-knit it into scarves, socks or whatever seems appropriate. Diane has taught this technique at fiber shows and art conferences in Iowa and South Dakota, and if finally bringing it back home. Her instructional DVD shows you the basics; then let your imagination loose and create your own one-of-a-kind yarn. Fee includes all dye materials and one 100-gm blank; extra blanks may be purchased if desired. Participants should wear old clothes or bring an old shirt to wear during class, since dye stains are permanent!
Basic Sweaters for Adults & Kids
Skill level: Advanced beginner
Four sessions: Monday mornings – September 27, October 4, 11, & 18.
10 a.m. – Noon
Instructor: Diane Corson
Class Fee: $45 + materials
Sweaters for the Kids, Sweaters for the Adults and Cardigans for the Kids are three of Nancy’s variations on the same style – basic 2-needle designs in Stockinette and Garter stitch with a variety of neckline and collar options. If you haven’t made a sweater before, this is a great way to try one – they’re easy enough for new knitters if you know how to cast on, knit, purl and bind off. All are made with worsted weight yarns such as Lamb’s Pride or Comfort. See pattern for materials list.
The Lucy Bag
Skill level: Intermediate
Three sessions: Wednesday evenings – September 29, Oct. 6 and 13.
6 – 8 p.m.
Instructor: Diane Corson
Class Fee: $35 + materials
You asked for it! We’re pleased to again offer this popular class to make that unique, ball-shaped shoulder bag. Based on the design by Two Old Bags, it’s fun to knit on circular needles, then felt it to give the bag shape. This bag makes a great gift, but remember to make one for yourself, too! Pattern (at Rose Tree) requires two skeins of LP Worsted, Nature Spun or Peruvia yarn, a 24”circular needle and a set of dpns the same size. Don’t panic over the dpns – Diane’s technique for starting the bag at the middle of the bottom will have you knitting easily in no time! Some previous experience knitting “in the round” is recommended.
Gloves that Fit
Skill level: Intermediate
Three Sessions: Wednesday evenings – October 5, 12, and 19.
6 – 8 p.m.
Instructor: Diane Corson
Class Fee: $35 + materials
Hand-knit gloves make great gifts, especially for those hard-to-buy-for guys or teens on your Christmas list, and they’re easier to make than you think. Based on Nancy Lindberg’s Fits Like a…..Glove, this class will teach you to make any size glove, using any yarn you choose. Previous experience using dpns is recommended.
Pinwheel-top Knit cap
Skill level: Advanced beginner
One Session: Saturday morning – October 9.
10 a.m. – Noon
Instructor: Diane Corson
Class Fee: $15 + materials (Pattern provided in class)
Back by popular demand! Diane’s quick-to-knit little cap uses just one 50gm ball of worsted or DK weight yarn and a 16” circular needle, size 6, 7 or 8. Make it with plain or lacy Fake Cable ribbing. You’ll want to make more than one of these! If you’ve never made a project on circular needles, this is a good first one.
DYE WORKSHOP: Skein Dyeing
Skill level: No previous dye experience needed
One Session: Saturday morning – October 23.
10 a.m. – Noon
Instructor: Diane Corson
Class Fee: $35 includes all supplies and 2 100gm skeins of wool yarn
Learn to create your own hand-dyed solid and variegated yarns using a variety of application techniques. Topics covered include skein preparation, mordants, dye selection, color application, setting and use of hand-dyed yarns for best effect. Each class member will take home two one-of-a-kind skeins to knit or crochet into caps, scarves or whatever seems appropriate. Participants should wear old clothes or bring an old shirt to wear during class, since dye stains are permanent!
Felted Tote Bag
Skill level: Easy – should know how to knit, purl, cast on and bind off.
Three Sessions: Monday mornings – November 8,15 and 22.
10 a.m. – Noon
Instructor: Diane Corson
Class Fee: $35 + materials (pattern provided in class)
This simple, bottom-up felted tote is easy enough for a beginner and impressive enough to please even the most fashion-conscious gal on your gift list. Knit it on a size 11 circular needle with 2 skeins of Lamb’s Pride Bulky yarn in the colors you like best, then felt it and add any of several strap variations. Nobody ever makes just one of these – you need one for your knitting, another to use as a purse!
Sock Knitting
Skill level: Advanced beginner/Intermediate
Three Sessions: Tuesday evenings – November 9, 16 & 23.
6–8 p.m.
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Three Sessions: Monday mornings – November 29, Dec. 6 & 13. 10 a.m. – Noon
Instructor: Diane Corson
Class Fee: $35 + materials (Pattern provided)
Hand-knit socks are fun to make and are really impressive to give as gifts. Diane’s sure-fire method teaches you to knit socks the time-tested, top-down way, using DK-weight yarn and larger size 4 double-pointed needles. Once you learn the technique, you can knit socks in any size, using whatever yarn you like. Caution: knitting socks can be addictive!
Some previous experience knitting “in the round” is recommended.
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