December 2009-January 2010 Classes
10724 Manchester Rd. Kirkwood, MO 63122
314-822-7222
Quick Knits for the Holidays: 4 Classes for great gifts:
Introduction to Needle Felting and Art Felt
Saturday, Dec. 12, 1:00-3:00
Instructor: Brooke Nico
Class Fee: $20
Learn the basics of needle felting as an excellent way to embellish your felted bags. We’ll also demonstrate the art felt techniques as a shortcut to nuno felting.
Knit One Below Scarf
Thursday, Dec. 17, 6:00-7:00
Instructor: Robyn Schrager
Class Fee: $10
This scarf is a great way to explore those beautiful self-striping yarns. You’ll end up with a scarf that looks much more complicated than it really is!
Double Knit Scarf
Sunday, Dec. 13, 1:00-3:00
Instructor: Chuck Wilmesher
Class Fee: $20
Another great scarf just in time for the holidays! This technique is a great way to add color to your work. Chuck’s scarf looks like a stained glass window and is totally reversible.
Cable Candle Cozy
Thursday, Dec. 10, 6:00-7:00
Instructor: Brooke Nico
Class Fee: $10
This is a great gift for teachers, secret santas, and colleagues. A quick way to learn the basics of cabling and a great single evening project.
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Alterknitting: English, Continental, Portuguese and Norwegian Techniques
Saturday, December 19, 1:00 – 4:00
Instructor: Robyn Schrager
Class Fee: $25
Knitters around the world use different techniques to create the same fabric. So why would you want to learn another technique? Fair-isle knitters benefit from using both hands to do stranded color work. And everyone sometimes suffers from repetitive stress which can be relieved by switching the way you work.
Beginner Knit
Fridays January 15, 22, 29, and February 5, 1:00-3:00
Instructor: Susie Kinsella
Class Fee: $40
Learn to knit and make a wonderful felted purse at the same time. Will learn picking up stitches and Icord bind off during the series. This wool purse will be felted, so it is a great project to learn on.
No knitting experience required
Socks 101
Fridays January 15, 22, 29, and February 5, 10:30-12:00
Instructor: Robyn Schrager
Class Fee: $40
Learn the basics of sock construction while making a house sock with worsted weight yarn. Students will learn to cast onto double point needles or magic loop (students will have the choice), turn a heel and shape a toe in this introductory sock class.
Intermediate skill required. Must be able to knit, purl, and read your stitches.
Entrelac Class
Wednesday December 9, 11:00-1:00
Instructor: Robyn Schrager
Class fee: $20
Fool your friends that you made something complicated even though it was really easy. Make a project bag using this interlocking diamond knitting process.
Advanced Beginner or Intermediate skill. Need to know how to decrease using SSK and K2tog. Homework to be done before class.
Fun With Rectangles
Saturday December 12, 10:00-12:00
Instructors: Robyn Schrager and Brooke Nico
Class Fee: $20
We have been having so much fun designing with rectangles here at Kirkwood Knittery. It’s amazing what wonderful garments you can make with just a simple garter stitch rectangle (think big scarf!): dressy wraps, stoles, and jackets to suit any style or occasion. At this workshop, we are all going to play with draping rectangles of various dimensions, and see what garments we can create with or without a few simple seams. Then, Robyn and Brooke will talk you through the knitty-gritty of planning your own rectangle design, from yarn choice, needle size, and all the math! Come prepared to play and drape, wear simple clothes, a t-shirt or turtleneck recommended.
Holes in Depth
Mondays, Jan. 18 and 25, Feb. 1, 8, 15, and 22, March 8 and 15, 6:00-8:00
Instructors: Robyn Schrager and Brooke Nico
Class Fee: $80
In this class we are going to take an in depth look at lace knitting and knitting lace. We’ll start with the basics of fiber, gauge, and chart reading. From there we’ll talk about different lace garments and shapes, and we’ll end with an introduction to designing with lace.
Advanced Intermediate skill required. Must know the basics of lace knitting, directional increases and decreases, and have a fearless attitude.
Design Seminar
Saturdays, Jan. 23 and 30, Feb. 6, 13, 20, and 27, March 6 and 13, 1:00-3:30
Instructors: Robyn Schrager and Brooke Nico
Class Fee: $120
After much thought and discussion, we came up with a syllabus for designing knit or crocheted garments, which we are really excited about. This class will be lecture with homework. We will start with an introduction to designing and patternmaking. You will learn to make your own basic sloper or pattern, which will be the basis of every design. We’ll talk about garment styles as well as body shapes, using the knitted fabric to achieve the design goals, as well as aesthetic guidelines such as symetry, texture, color. You’ll also learn the technical aspects of writing, grading, layout and publishing options once your design is complete. Though the emphasis will be on sweaters, the principles covered in the seminar are easily applied to other projects. You will not be expected to design a complete garment by the end of the course, but you will have a thorough knowledge of the components involved.
Advanced Intermediate skill required. Must have a working knowledge of shaping.
Everything You Wanted To Know About Knitting Series
Saturdays 11:00-12:00
Instructors: Brooke Nico and Robyn Schrager
Class Fee: $10 per session
Here’s the 2nd half to the series started in the fall. We heard from many of you about the various skills you wanted to add to your repertoire. You can pick and choose from any of the sessions, or take all of them. Each session is designed for the beginning/intermediate knitter, with a basic knowledge of the knit and purl stitches. This series will give you the skills necessary to take your knitting to the next level.
Reading Patterns and Charts: Jan 9
Does it often seem that patterns are written in a foreign language? This is the session for you. We’ll explore the lingo of knitting patterns as well as the ins and outs of reading charts.
Fitting 101: Jan. 23
Ever end up with a beautiful sweater, perfectly sized for an elephant? The most common mistake in handknitted garments is in the fitting. In this session we’ll learn how to measure ourselves, how to read those pattern sizes, what ease is, and how yarn choice impacts your final garment size.
Colorwork: Jan. 30
Fair Isle and Intarsia are 2 techniques used to add color to your knitting. In this session, we’ll learn the ins and outs of both techniques.
Twists and Turns: Feb. 6
Cables are fun and easy to do. In this session learn how to make a basic cable, both with and without a cable needle, and how to read a cable chart.
Surface Embellishments: Feb 13
There are many different ways to add surface texture to your knitting. In this session we’ll learn about bobbles, tucks and welts, and duplicate stitch to name a few.
Steeking: Feb. 20
The mere word is enough to bring on a panic attack in the most experienced knitter. In actuality, it is much easier that you would expect. We’ll discuss the methods in preparing your knitting for steeking and how to do the actual steek.
Blocking: Feb. 27
The final step to any knitted piece, and the step that will take your knitting to the professional level. We’ll talk about the different ways to block different fibers and about the tools to use. We’ll also show a sample of lace blocking.
Class Policies
Class space is limited. To reserve your space, class fee must be paid in full. Class fees are non-refundable. We offer classes for all skill levels, but not every class is designed for every level. To ensure that everybody gets the most out of the class, please respect the skill requirements listed for each class. If you feel you need a brush-up on your skills prior to the class or need extra help outside of class, please schedule a private lesson. When classes are offered outside of regular store hours, the store will open 15 minutes before class start time. Please be respectful of your fellow students and turn cell phones off during class. To enable everyone to focus on the class, please do not bring children with you.
