YH Classes

MARCH CLASSES AMENDED

2012-03-02T14:43:00.007-08:00

LEARN TO KNIT CONTINENTAL - March 10 - Saturday - 10:30am to 12noon - $30.00 - Materials Needed: Worsted weight regular yarn (no novelty) and US Size 8 needles. Come learn why it is considered to be a faster method of knitting. The yarn is held in your left hand and your hands never leave your needles.

BACK TO BASICS - March 10 - Saturday - 1:oopm to 3:00pm - $30.00 -Materials Needed: two swatches in a solid color worsted weight, cast on 40 stitches and stay in stockinette stitch for 3 years, leave the swatches on your needles. In this back to basics class we are going to learn to read patterns and charts as well as learn how to pick up dropped stitches.

DUCT TAPE BODY - March 17 - Saturday - $30.00 - Materials Needed - You in a very tight fitting top that you won't mind getting destroyed. We have to cut the tape off of you after you are wrapped. Find out exactly how other people see you, and I bet you look at yourself and your size in a whole new light. Why do we do this? So that you have a mannequin that is exactly your size, when knitting a sweater use the measurements from your mannequin for a perfect fit. Duct tape will be supplied!

BACK TO BASICS (swatches and cables) - March 24 - Saturday - 10:30am to 12:30pm - $30.00 - Materials Needed: Bring to class a swatch of 40 stitches in stockinette stitch and at least 3 inches. In this back to basics we are going to talk and show how to get the correct gauge so that what you make fits. We are going to learn how to do cables. There are lots and lots of different cables and they are easy, once you get started you don't want to STOP!

LET'S DO A LACE SCARF - March 31 - Saturday - 10:30 to 12:30pm - $30.00 - Material Needed: We are going to do a very simple but elegant lace pattern, any lace yarn will do, but for this we recommend one skein of Sea Silk, and US Size 4/5/6 needles. Needle size depends on how loose or tight you knit. Great way to get your feet wet with lace.

APRIL CLASS SCHEDULE

2012-03-02T13:59:00.003-08:00

INTERLUDE SPRING CARDIGAN - This Class is being moved from March to April, giving us time to finish our Amelie jackets.

April 8, 15 & 22 - 3 Saturdays - 10:30am to 1:00pm - $65.00 - Matierials Needed: Interlude Pattern, the choices of yarn for this garment is tremendous - We suggest Scarlett - 100% cotton, or Mystik - a Cotton/Viscose mixture or, Setanova - a beautiful Silk/Cotton Blend. This summer sweater is done in a knit 8/purl 8 ribbed with very relaxed edges. I can't wait to start. Please look at March class schedule for a picture of the sweater.

HEXIPUFFS - let's make em! - April 29 - Saturday - 10:30am to 1:30pm - $45.00
Materials Needed: Left over sock yarns, any yarn will do. We are going to use these little squares, or triangles or rectangles, (your decide) to learn how to do Fair Isle Knitting, Intarsia Knitting and Argyle Knitting. After stuffing them you can put them together to make a scarf with a certain theme, make throws, pillows, you will either get totally addicted and want to do them all of the time, or you will say that was fun let's move on to the next thing.

MAY CLASS SCHEDULE

2012-03-02T13:46:00.003-08:00

ENTRELAC SCARF - May 5 - Saturday- 10:30am to 1:30pm - $50.00 -Materials: At least 300 yards of yarn and needles appropriate for yarn.

The fun is in the making of this gorgeous scarf. It doesn't matter what yarn you use, it still turns out beautiful. Self striping yarns make great entrelac (look of woven fabric) squares. You will learn to knit backwards before we start the actual entrelac technique. When you knit backwards you never have to turn your work to do the purl stitches. Knitting backwards produces a purl on the backside and a knit on the front side. Not having to turn your work saves lots of time when doing entrelac. We are making this a four hour class after teaching it several times, we have found that extra hour goes a long ways in helping your understand and see what is happening.

TWO AT A TIME SOCKS - May 12 and May 19 - 2 Saturdays - 10:30am to 2:30pm - $65.00 Materials: Students need sock yarn, the book Knitting More Circles Around Socks and One 16" and one 24" needles both the same size, if you are a loose knitter brings ones, if you are a tight knitter bring twos. Find out the what the rage about hand knit socks are all about, they are wonderful on your feet and make fabulous gifts. Doing both at the same time ensures that when you are done, you are done, no going back and having to make another one. This class fills very fast, please sign up early to ensure a spot. Great Mother's Day Gift!

TOP DOWN BEADED SILK SLEEVELESS SHELL - May 26 - Saturday 10:30am - 1:30pm - $40.00 - Materials: 2-4 Skeins of ArtYarns Beaded Silk Light, Size 10 needles or needles to get gauge, bring 8/9 to be safe. What a perfect top for our hot Texas Summers, you don't wear sleeveless, that's ok, we will show you how to easily put in set in sleeves and you now have a T-shirt! The Beaded Silk Light is a perfect yarn for this project and our hot Texas summers. Knits extremely quickly on US size 10, the pattern is free with the purchase of the Beaded Silk Light. Those colors scream KNIT ME every time I walk by them

March Classes

2012-01-18T14:56:00.001-08:00

LEARN TO KNIT CONTINENTAL - March 10 - Saturday - 10:30am to 12noon - $30.00 - Materials Needed: Worsted weight regular yarn (no novelty) and US Size 8 needles. Come learn why it is considered to be a faster method of knitting. The yarn is held in your left hand and your hands never leave your needles.

BACK TO BASICS - March 10 - Saturday - 1:oopm to 3:00pm - $30.00 -Materials Needed: two swatches in a solid color worsted weight, cast on 40 stitches and stay in stockinette stitch for 3 years, leave the swatches on your needles.

In this back to basics class we are going to learn to read patterns and charts as well as learn how to pick up dropped stitches.

DUCT TAPE BODY - March 17 - Saturday - $30.00 - Materials Needed - You in a very tight fitting top that you won't mind getting destroyed. We have to cut the tape off of you after you are wrapped. Find out exactly how other people see you, and I bet you look at yourself and your size in a whole new light. Why do we do this? So that you have a mannequin that is exactly your size, when knitting a sweater use the measurements from your mannequin for a perfect fit. Duct tape will be supplied!

BACK TO BASICS (swatches and cables)- March 24 - Saturday - 10:30am to 12:30pm - $30.00 - Materials Needed: Bring to class a swatch of 40 stitches in stockinette stitch and at least 3 inches. In this back to basics we are going to talk and show how to get the correct gauge so that what you make fits. We are going to learn how to do cables. There are lots and lots of different cables and they are easy, once you get started you don't want to STOP!

LET'S DO A LACE SCARF - March 31 - Saturday - 10:30 to 12:30pm - $30.00 - Material Needed: We are going to do a very simple but elegant lace pattern, any lace yarn will do, but for this we recommend one skein of Sea Silk, and US Size 4/5/6 needles. Needle size depends on how loose or tight you knit. Great way to get your feet wet with lace.

February Classes

2012-01-18T14:53:00.000-08:00

Ameilie Knit/Crochet Jacket - Jan. 21, 28 & Feb. 4 - 10:30am to 2:00pm $65.00 & supplies

Two Socks on Circular Needles - Feb 18 & 25 10:30am to 2:30pm - $65.00 & Supplies

Learn to Line a Purse Class - Feb. 11, Saturday 10:30am to 12:30pm -

Interlude Spring/Summer Cardigan by Chris Bylsma

2012-01-18T14:45:00.000-08:00

March 17, 24 & 31 - Saturdays - 10:30am-1pm - $55.00 & Supplies

Supplies Needed: Interlude Pattern

Depending on Size 1000 to 1600 yards of yarn

Yarn Recommended for Project: GGH Scarlett 100% Cotton

GGH Mystic/Cotton/Rayon Mixture

7/8 Buttons

24/29" US Size 6 needle or needle to reach gauge of 5.5 stitches per inch in rib pattern

When Chris did her workshop in our store in October, she had on the most flattering summer weight cardigan. We all admired the sweater and wanted to knit it. Now that the hoidays are over and keeping with my New Year's Resolution to do more Cardigans. This will be our second one of the new year. Perfect for Texas weather or just to have for the inside of our massively air conditioned restaurants. Very feminine and stylish. I can't wait to do this class. A new fun summer cardi!

Purse Lining Class

2012-01-18T14:35:00.000-08:00

February 11, 2012 Saturday, 10:30 - 12:30, $25.00

Learn to line a purse in this easy class. Bring a purse you have made and want to line. Additional supplies: 1 yard of fabric and a zipper if you want it to zip close or buttons for a button closure. We recommend a silky type fabric for the inside. We will also learn to put pockets in the purse as well, if you choose.

Two Socks on Circular Needles

2012-01-18T14:29:00.000-08:00

Feb. 18 & 25 - Saturdays - $65.00 & Supplies - Supplies Needed: 2 circular needles one 16" and one 24" either size 2 or Size 1 depending on whether you are a loose or tight knitter. Sock Yarn, Sock Book

Come find out why this is such a popular way to make socks. When you are done, you are DONE! Both the same length, same size and ready to wear when they come off of the needles.

Knitted Hat with Granny Square Band

2012-01-18T14:19:00.001-08:00

March 3 - Saturday 10:30-2:30 - $45.00 plus supplies

Another class that you can combine both your crochet and knit skills! Andie loves the hat I made for her! I like it so much I will be doing it again. It is a simple granny square border and then we pick up stitches and do revolving rows of knits than rows of purls. Easy as can be and lots fabulous done. I used one skein of Pashmina, a wonderful wool/cashmere blend. There are many yarns in the store that will work for this pattern.

AMELIE KNIT/CROCHET JACKET

2012-01-18T13:05:00.000-08:00

AMELIE KNIT/CROCHET JACKET

- Saturdays - 10:30am - 2:00pm - 3 week class Jan, 21, Jan. 28 & Feb. 4 - $65.00 plus supplies.

What a fabulous class this will be. Knitters and Crocheters in the same class, doing the same jacket with different stitches. I cannot wait to see these jackets comleted. They are knit or crocheted in two pieces, than seamed down the back, and cardigan front (those button bands are my new's years resolution!) You start this jacket at the cuff, work up the arm and down one side of the body up and over the shoulder to the front, start the other side and seam them together. This jacket uses five different stitches, five different kinds of material, five different colors if you choose and is a fast knit or crochet project. You never lose interest. We have as many knitters as crocheters in this class. It is all based on YOUR stitch gauge, in other words you are not trying to match anyone else's gauge. We get many compliments on the store model and I can't wait for my crocheted jacket to have a partner, the knitted version! This class begins Saturday, January 21st!

ENTRELAC Scarf

2012-01-06T20:20:00.000-08:00

Supplies - Approximately 400 yards of yarn in a dk weight, self striping yarns make lovely, intertesting scarves. The nicer the yarn, the nicer the scarf looks, your possibilities are endles! You want needles one size large than appropriate for yarn unless you are a loose knitter. If you are a loose knitter, use the needle size the yarn recommends. We will be starting a scarf after we learn the basics, such as; knittting backwards. When you knit backwards it creates a purl stitch without purling. The other way of knitting entrelac (a french word for interwoven fabric) is much more time consuming and labor intensive as every few rows you are turning your work. It is quite additive once you get the hang of it.

Duct Tape Body

2012-01-06T20:04:00.000-08:00

Duct Tape is good for every body! Supplies Needed: a tight fitting t shirt that you do not mind being ruined. Duct Tape (which we will supply) stuffing (polyfill/old newspapers), scissors will be supplied> Be prepared for lots of giggling in this class! When you are finished, you will have a perfect mannequin formed to your own body. When knitting your own sweaters you can pin the pieces to your mannequinn to check the fit. I plan on having several at the shop.

January classes

2012-01-06T15:36:00.000-08:00

DUCT TAPE BODY - JAN 7, Saturday - 10:30am -12:30pm - $25.00

CONTINENTAL KNIT - JAN 7, Saturday - 1:30pm - 3:00pm - $35.00

ENTRELAC SCARF - Jan 14, Saturday - 10:30am - 2:30pm - $35.00

AMELIE KNIT/CROCHET JACKET - Saturday - 10:30am - 2:00pm 3 week class Jan, 21, 28, & Feb 4 $65.00

Amelie Jacket

TWO SOCKS at a TIME on TWO CIRCULAR NEEDLES - 2 week class - Feb 18 & 25 - Saturday - 10:30am - 2:00pm $65.00

HAT with CROCHETED BAND - MAR 3, Saturday - 10:30am - 3:00pm -$45.00

Two at a Time Socks