October 2022 News & Class schedule

October 2022

October is next week - time to get into the swing of sweater knitting? Gift knitting? I have way too many ideas and projects in my queue, as usual!

We have lots of Knit & Chat opportunities this month, as well as a few project classes to look forward to. So, if you're getting back to some projects that have been languishing, we can help.

We've gotten in some lovely new yarns for fall, as well as great new colors in existing yarns, and have been knitting up models all summer. The new Interweave Knits Gifts magazine is here, with many patterns for accessory items, always a few winners in there!

My next project is going to be Big Love, by Ankestrick. I'm going to make it in Berroco Mercado, the pattern calls for LettLopi, or can be made with any aran-weight yarn. Is anyone interested in knitting along with me? If any of you would also like to make this, send me an email (marjisyarn@sbcglobal.net) and we'll maybe get together to start and then share our progress by text, since I'll be spending at least half the month laid up. I want to try to start within a couple of weeks from now!

-Marji

Knit, Chat, & Get Help!

All Knit, Chat & Get Help classes are $10/class

Please call ahead to reserve a seat, space is limited!

Tuesdays 7-8:30p

with Marlene

October 11, 18, 25

Wednesdays 12:30-2p

with Marji (Marlene or Wendy will sub in Oct.)

October 5, 12, 19, 26

Thursdays 10-11:30a

with Wendy

October 6, 13, 20, 27

Project Classes

DRK Everyday Socks with Wendy

These socks are knit from the toe up, using two circulars or magic loop method. (You may use double points if you prefer.) You will learn how to cast on using Judy"s Magic Cast On, knit a Fleegle Heel, and cast off the cuff using Jeny's Surprisingly Stretchy Bind Off! And then, I'll bet you'll knit a few more pairs! The pattern comes in 11 sizes, too.

DRK Everyday Socks by Drea Renee Knits.

Wednesdays, Oct. 5, 12 & 19, 3-4:30p $68.

Good Bear with Marlene

This adorable bear is an intermediate level project that is sure to make you smile! The first week, we'll get started and discuss the construction details. The second week, we'll plan to work on the head, tail and arms, and we'll go over any questions about the clothing.

You must be able to use double pointed needles!! Pattern, Good Bear by Susan B Anderson

Saturdays, Oct. 29 & Nov. 5, 9-10:30a $45

Pressed Flowers Hat with Marlene

If you've admired the Pressed Flowers Shawl by Amy Christoffers, here's a manageable project to test out your mosaic knitting skills!

Working with only one color per row, this is a simple but stunning charted design that really showcases your contrast yarn. Worked in the round, it's a rhythmic pattern that is fun to knit. Pressed Flowers Hat by Amy Christoffers

Saturdays, Oct. 15 & 22, 9-10:30a $45

Winter Folk Friends with Marlene

These cute little friends have lots of personality! Simple construction with such cute finishing touches. Cape can be made plain or with a two-color pattern. Directions are included for back and forth knitting (seamed) and circular. Winter Folk Friends by Esther Braithwaite.

Wednesdays, Nov. 9 & 16, 5-6:30p $45