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381 Salmon Brook Street, Granby, CT 06035 (860)653-9700
Fall/Winter Hours (Sept-March): Tuesday-Saturday 10-5
Spring/Summer Hours (April-Labor Day): Tues.-Fri. 10-5, Saturday 10-3
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It's almost Fall,
time for some new
CLASSES!
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Hurry-Up Toe-Up Socks
Yes, you CAN make these in a hurry! Pictured, from L-R are: "Hurry-Up Toe-Up" socks, "Mistle-Toe" version and the "One Foot, Two Foot" version. All knit in worsted weight yarn with two circular needles. Sock fit guidance incuded. The "One Foot, Two Foot version also incorporates helix knitting.
There are lots of cool techniques in these unassuming socks; Judy Becker's magic cast-on, a modified KF&B increase, German short-row heel, and Elizabeth Zimmerman's stretchy sewn bind-off.
Wednesdays 6:30-8pm, Sept 21 & 28, Oct. 5 $36.
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Beading Techniques
Beads are just so much fun! We will work on a swatch and learn 3 different methods of placing beads in knitting, what the differences are, and why you might choose one method over another.
Saturday 1-3pm, Sept. 24 $16
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Oval Crocheted Pouch
A simple project that is oh, so useful - for your notions, a cosmetic bag, travel pouch.... you can vary the size easily, and "dress" it up or keep it simple! The pattern, by Churchmouse, also contains tips for the lining and zipper, which we will work on together in the 2nd class.
Sundays 1-3pm, October 2 & 9 $32.
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Road Map Scarf
A fantastic sampler of fun stitches that you can wear when you're done! There's a little bit of everything in this scarf, and it's great for trying out some techniques that may be new to you. Pattern is from SknitsB - check out the projects on the pattern page
here.
Thursdays 7-8:30pm, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27 $48.
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Christmas Stocking
Back by popular demand, this pattern allows you to customize your stocking(s) with many patterns, or some of your own. Fair Isle knitting is making a comeback, and this is a great project to start with! Yes, now would be the time to get going on this.
Saturdays 1-3pm, October 15, 22, 29 $48.
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Pop Play!
Learn to make this fun motif with TinCanKnits' Pop Blanket pattern. Marlene has some great modifications, including the easy German short row method when knitting the outside square. Learn her simple method for attaching your squares together, whether you decide to make a blanket, a pillow, a bag.....
Wednesdays 7-8:30pm, Oct. 19 & 26 $24.
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The Granny Square
Do you realize how many projects include Granny Squares??? This is a great motif to add to you crochet repertoire! And, once you master the Granny Square, you have the basics for most other crochet motifs.
Monday 6:30-8:30pm, Oct. 24 $16.
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Curam Cable Hat
It comes in 3 sizes, with a straight or folded brim, and it looks great on men or women. Challenge your cable skills!
Wednesdays, November 2 & 9 $28.
(6:30-8:30 on the 2nd. 6:30-8 on the 9th)
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wooly & warm "tres long" scarf
This scarf is by Dottie Angel, and I am a fan! Follow her blog for all sorts of cute stuff for sewing, stitching, & knitting. Once you start on this scarf, you will enjoy the stitch, and it moves along quickly. You can make it all one color or as many as you like.
Monday 6:30-8:30pm, November 7 $16.
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Bandana Cowls:
Knit OR Crochet!
If you want to KNIT, we'll make
Purl Soho's Bandana Cowl, pictured below. You can make it in a chunky, as written, or we have modified it for worsted. Either way, we will incorporate the quick & easy
German short row method for this quick and versatile wardrobe staple!
Wednesday 6:30-8:30, Nov. 16 $16
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If you want to CROCHET, we'll make Cleo Malone's Bandana Cowl, pictured right. This one is made using a simple crochet stitch and lightweight yarn, and will be something you'll use often when the weather gets chilly!
Sunday 1-3pm, Nov. 13 $16.
WHY NOT MAKE BOTH??
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Holiday Ornaments
Try out some needlefelting techniques on these cute Holiday ornaments. The santa comes in a kit with all that you will need to make him. Once you start, needlefelting is fun and addicting! AND, no experience necessary!!
The snowman ball has a knitted base over a styrofoam ball, then you needlefelt the carrot nose and the "rocks" for the eyes and mouth. You must be able to knit most of the white base before class, so we can focus on putting it together and making the face and the perfect pompom for the hat. We will supply the needlefelting materials if you don't have them.
Santa Class - Saturday 1-3, November 12 $16.
Snowman Ball Class - Saturday 1-3, November 19 $16.
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Provisional Cast On Workshop
Do you cringe when a pattern calls for a provisional cast-on? This workshop will teach you three different provisional cast-ons, and take away the mystery!
Thursday 7-9pm, Nov. 10 $16.
Knit, Chat & Get Help
All Knit, Chat & Get Help Classes are $10/week OR $8/week if you sign up for entire month. Classes are not "carried over" from month to month.
Tuesdays 7-9pm
September 6, 13, 20, 27
October 4, 11, 18, 25
November 1, 8, 15, 29
December 6, 13
Fridays Noon-2pm
September 9, 23, 30
October 7, 14, 21, 28
November 4, 11
December 2, 9, 16
Saturdays 9:30-11am
October 8, 15, 22, 29
November 5, 12
December 3, 10, 17
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Save the date, for the
7th Annual FIBER FESTIVAL of NEW ENGLAND!
Nov. 5-6, 2016 at Eastern States Exposition, West Springfield, MA
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You must register in advance for all classes with a 50% non-refundable deposit. A deposit may be credited only if you cancel two weeks prior to start of class. There are no make-ups for missed classes. Any classes cancelled to weather or emergency will be rescheduled. A materials list will be provided prior to start of class. CLASS PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE MATERIALS UNLESS NOTED.
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