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Building Block Classes
Beaded Sachet Bags
Basic Beading

Instructor: Sandy Payne or Jacqui Jacoby                          Class Fee: $25
Description:   Learn the basics of knitted beading.  Your choice of complimentary cosmetic bag or scarf pattern.   You must know how to knit, purl, cast on and bind off to take this class.  One session class.
Date: Sept 22 - Wed Time: 2:00-4:00
Date: Oct 23 - Sat Time: 1:00-3:00
Date: Nov 17 - Wed Time: 2:00-4:00
Date: Dec 4 - Sat Time: 10:00-12:00
Hat's Off!

Instructor: AGYS Staff     Class Fee: $25
Description:   Choose the hat you woule like to knit and learn how to knit with circular needles, double pointed needles, how to decrease and more!  One session class.
Date: Oct 20 - Wed           Skating Hat Time:  10:00-12:00
Date: Nov 6 - Sat               Basic Hat Time:  3:00-5:00
Date: Nov 30 - Tues           Ear Flap Hat Time:  12:00-2:00
Basic Socks

Instructor: A Good Yarn Staff                                              Class Fee: $45
Description:   Learn the traditional methods of sock knitting with double pointed needles.  Learn how to size a sock to fit, turn a heel, and more.  This is a two-session class with homework between classes.  Students should be at least an advanced beginner.  Note:  Session 1 is 1 hour, session 2 is 3 hours.
Date:  Sep 14 & Sep 21 - Tues Time:  10:00-11:00, 10:00-1:00
Date:  Oct 2 & Oct 16 - Sat Time:  2:00-3:00, 2:00-5:00
Beginning Knitting
Instructor:  A Good Yarn Shop Staff   Class Fee:  $25
Description:  No experience needed. Come and learn to knit - or do you need a refresher course?  Join this class where you will learn to cast on, cast off, knit and purl.   Note that we this class is offered with either "English" or "Continental" technique.  Check with the shop for more details.  One session class.
Date:  Sept 4 - Sat - Continental Time:  10:00-12:00
Date:  Sept 16 - Thurs - English Time:  4:00-6:00
Date:  Oct 2 - Sat - English Time:  10:00-12:00
Date:  Oct 6 - Wed - Continental Time:  2:00-4:00
Date:  Nov 6 - Sat - Continental Time:  1:00-3:00
Date:  Nov 18 - Thurs - English Time:  4:00-6:00
Date:  Dec 4 - Sat - English Time:  10:00-12:00
Do the Continental!

Instructor:  Jacqui Jacoby                                                    Class Fee:  $25   
Description:  The more efficient way to knit!  This class is especially oriented to those who already knit and "throw" their yarn but who wish to change to the "picking" method.  This skill is required for Fair Isle knitting.   One session class.
Date:  Sep 15 - Wed Time:  2:00-4:00
Date:  Oct 2 - Sat Time:  10:00-12:00
Two Socks on One Needle

Instructor: Jacqui Jacoby                                                       Class Fee: $45
Description:   Learn to knit two socks on one long circular needle.  You must be a competent knitter  Class will be held in (2) two-hour sessions. Note that the October session is for cuff-down socks, and the November version is for toe up socks!
Date: Oct 9 & 23 - Sat Time: 10:00-12:00 both days
Date:  Nov 9 & 23 - Tues Time:  10:00-12:00 both days
Toe-Up Socks 

Instructor: Gina Johannesson                                            Class Fee: $45
Description:  Many people say toe-up socks fit better - why not find out for yourself?  This class will be offered in two sessions, each two hours long.   
Date: Nov 23 & 30 - Tues Time: 3:00-5:00 both days
Fair Isle I Class
Introduction to Fair Isle

Instructor: Sheila Joynes                                                Class Fee: $55
Description:   Learn the basics of two handed, stranded color knitting called Fair Isle.  Class will include some history, techniques and materials used in Fair Isle.  Class projects are Fair Isle cowl and hat.  3 two-hour sessions for a total of 6 hours of instruction, plus on-going support group.
Date:  Sept 10,17 & Oct 1 - Fri Time: 11:00-1:00
Date:  Oct 9,16,23 - Sat Time:  10:00-12:00
Date:  Nov 3,10,17 - Wed Time:  1:00-3:00
Advanced Fair Isle

Instructor: Sheila Joynes                                                          Class Fee: $55
Description:   Fair Isle technique class including an introduction to steeks.  Students will have a choice of projects:  doll mini-sweater or adult size vest in the "Hydrangea" pattern.  Students may choose another project with prior approval of instructor.   Note:  Fair Isle Color Theory class or previous Fair Isle experience is required.  4 two-hour sessions for a total of 8 hours of instruction, plus on-going support group.
Date:  Sept 8,15, 29 & Oct 6 - Wed Time: 1:00-3:00

 
Fair Isle Color Theory

Instructor: Sheila Joynes                                                          Class Fee: $65
Description:   Learn about the use of color in Fair Isle.  Each student will choose colors for a hat project to make it "their own" design.  Students will learn different techniques for motivation of color and why the rules of colors in Fair Isle work.  Students will swatch, design and knit their own hat.  Yarn for swatching included in class fee.  (3) two-hour sessions for a total of 6 hours of instruction, plus ongoing support groups.
Date: Oct 7,14,21 - Thurs

Time: 4:00-6:00
Date:  Dec 1,8,15 - Wed Time:  10:00-12:00

 
Technique Class 

Instructor: Sheila Joynes                                             Class Fee: $25
Description:   This class all those techniques that are used in knitting and where and when to use them.  Cast on, cast off, decreases, increases, correcting mistakes, gauge, lifelines, materials, yarns, joins, and yarn standards.  This is a fantastic class for beginners and experienced knitters, too.  Class is held in two one-hour sessions.
Date: Sep 16 & 30 - Thurs Time:  5:00-6:00
Date:  Nov 4 & 18 - Thurs Time:  11:00-12:00

 
Finish It!

Instructor: Sandy Payne                                            Class Fee: $25
Description:   You've got the pieces all knit - now what?  Learn how to finish your garment properly, including how to block, fit the pieces together and seam them for a perfect project every time!
Date: Sep 11 - Sat Time:  1:00-3:00
Date:  Oct 9 - Sat Time:  1:00-3:00
Date:  Nov 13 - Sat Time:  1:00-3:00
Date:  Dec 11 - Sat Time:  1:00-3:00

 
Knitting Backwards Skill Building Workshop

Instructor: Sheila Joynes                                          Class Fee: $25
Description:   This is a fun and effective technique.  It is especially useful in aran knitting, plaing knitting and some lace knitting.  You don't have to turn your work back and forth because the right side is always facing you!  (2) one hour sessions
Date: Sep 25 & Oct 2 - Sat Time:  10:00-11:00

 

 
Christmas Stocking

Instructor: Cynthia Novito-Mason                                         Class Fee: $55
Description:   Knit this heirloom Christmas stocking with a Northwest feel using both intarsia and Fair Isle for the color work.  (3) two hour sessions.
Date: Oct 14, 21, 28 - Thurs Time:  4:00-6:00
Date:  Nov 6,13, 20 - Sat Time:  10:00-12:00

 

 
Japanese Short Row Socks

Instructor: Caryn Ackerman                                    Class Fee: $35
Description:  Fantastic for using that self-striping sock yarn you've got in your stash!  Learn to knit a sock using only short rows and Japanese short row techniques.  This technique gives you a crazy design!  You must be a confident sock knitter to take this class.  (1) three hour session
Date: Sept 18 - Sat Time:  10:00-1:00
Date:  Dec 3 - Fri Time:  10:00-1:00
Refootable Sock

Instructor: Caryn Ackerman                                       Class Fee: $25
Description:   Learn to knit a refootable sock from the cuff down.  The heel, bottom and toe of the sock are knit in such a way that they can easily be taken out later and reknit.  This is a sock making technique.  You will be able to convert any standard sock pattern into a refootable version.  You must be a sock knitter already to take this class.  Pattern provided.
Date: Oct 16 - Sat Time:  10:30-12:30
Date:  Nov 19 - Fri Time:   10:30-12:30

 

Project Classes

 
Custom Fit Sweater

Instructor: Sheila Joynes                                                            Class Fee: $80
Description:   Learn how to design your own custom fit pullover or cardigan sweater (knit in the round) based on the Elizabeth Zimmerman Percentage System.  If knitting a cardigan, students will learn how to do the steek method.  Yarn choices and sweater design possibilities will be discussed in the first class.  Class is held in (6) two-hour sessions for a total of 12 hours of instruction.  Textbook required.
Date: Oct 5,12,19 & 26 - Tues Time: 10:00-12:00  
Date:  Nov 6,13,27 Dec 4,11,18 - Sat Time:  10:00-12:00

Neck-Down Cardigan Sweater

Instructor: Diana Cripe                                                               Class Fee: $55
Description:   This is an easy first sweater and/or first project after a Beginning Knitting class.  Learn increases, decreases and assembly techniques.  This class is given in 4 2-hour sessions. 
Date: Oct 5,12,19 & 26 - Tues Time: 10:00-12:00  
Diagonal Hat
Diagonal Hat

Instructor:  Caryn Ackerman                                                 Class Fee:  $25
Description:  The Diagonal Hat pattern is written by Nihon Vogue instructor Jean Wong and is a unique approach to knitting a hat.  Learn provisional cast-on, slip stitches and grafting garter stitch.  Pattern may be purchased from instructor at class time for $10.
Date: Oct 15 - Fri Time: 10:00-12:00
Date:  Nov 20 - Sat Time:  10:00-12:00

 
Cuff to Cuff Baby Sweater

Instructor: Caryn Ackerman                                                       Class Fee: $45
Description:  Great stash buster project!  Learn to knit a sweater from cuff to cuff.  Learn cable cast-on, tubular rib, slip stitches and more!  (2) two-hour sessions.
Date: Oct 2 & 16 - Sat Time: 1:00-3:00
Date:  Nov 23 & Dec 7 - Tues Time:  1:00-3:00
Pattern Drafting & Knitting Japanese Techniques  New!!

Instructor:  Caryn Ackerman                                                        Class Fee: $200
Description:   Offered in eight 2.5 hour sessions, this highly specialized class is like no other.  During class, students will knit a round neck pullover vest or shell from scratch (no pattern) using Japanese techniques.  Learn the exacting Japanese method of drafting your own personalized patterns and learn how to knit to fit without following someone else's pattern.  This is an amazing opportunity that you won't find everywhere else!  Sessions will start when we have a firm commitment from the required number of students.  More info will be available at the shop regarding dates/times.  Students will have a $20 fee payable to the instructor for the Japanese Gauge ruler.
Knitted Wrap
Knitted Wrap

Instructor: Caryn Ackerman                                                        Class Fee: $45
Description:   You will learn exacting Japanese knitting techniques of drafting your own pattern and learn how to knit to fit, without following someone else's pattern.
Date:   Aug 28 - Sat Time: 10:00-1:00
Crochet Club - New
Facilitator:  Andrea Brush
Looking for fellow crochet fans?  Want to learn how to crochet, or a new technique or two?  Bring your crochet supplies, a project to get help with, crochet-along ideas and ideas for what you'd like to get out of Crochet Club.  We'll provide the rest!  And it's free!

Group meets every 2nd Saturday of the month, from 10:00 to 12:00.
 
Date:  Sept 11 - Sat Time: 10:00-12:00
Date:  Oct 9 - Sat Time:  10:00-12:00
Date:   Nov 13 - Sat Time:   10:00-12:00
Date:   Dec 11 - Sat Time:   10:00-12:00
Classes a la Carte
Bring a friend or two and create your own class - sweaters, two at a time socks, Magic Loop socks, accessories - you name it!  Want to take a class but the time doesn't work for you?  We'll work with you to customize classes.  Stop by A Good Yarn Shop for details.
Knit Alongs and Support Groups
Stuck Again

Instructor: Sandy Payne     Every Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Description:   Drop in to get Sandy's assistance in reading a pattern, picking up a dropped stitch or other quick fixes to get you back on track with your project.

This is not a class for learning new techniques.



Block Party

Instructor: Sandy Payne & Jacqui Jacoby     Class Fee: $15 per class
Description:   Learn new techniques while completing a beautiful afghan one block at a time.   Students will use Sandy's AGYS exclusive pattern to complete 12 blocks, and will also learn how to create the connecting strips and how to assemble the final product.  This class is held on an on-going basis - students may start any time and work at their own pace.  Patterns are included in the class fee.  Classes are held on the 4th Wednesday and 3rd Saturday of each month.
Date: Sept 10- Sat Time: 10:00-12:00
Date: Sept 22 - Wed Time: 2:00-4:00
Date: Oct 9 - Sat Time: 10:00-12:00
Date: Oct 27 - Wed Time: 2:00-4:00
Date:  Nov 13 - Sat Time: 10:00-12:00
Date:  Nov 17 - Wed (date change) Time: 2:00-4:00
Date:  Dec 11 - Sat Time:  10:00-12:00
Date:  Dec 22 - Wed Time:  2:00-4:00
Fair Isle Support

Leader:  Sheila Joynes     Class Fee:  free
Description:   Join in this group to work on your projects and socialize with other Fair Isle knitters.  You can bring Fair Isle projects for extra support and to get help developing your technique and knowledge of Fair Isle.  You must be an experienced Fair Isle knitter or have taken/be taking the Fair Isle classes.   This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 3:00 to 5:00 as noted below.
Date: Sep 8 & 22 - Wed Time:  3:00-5:00
Date:  Oct 13 & 27 - Wed Time:  3:00-5:00
Date:  Nov 10 -  Wed Time:  3:00-5:00
Date:  Dec 8 & 22 - Wed Time:  3:00-5:00
Social Opportunities
Breakfast Club

Coordinators: A Good Yarn Staff   Class Fee:  Complimentary
Description: This is a social knitting club for you early risers!  Bring your knitting and visit while having your morning coffee/tea. Call and let us know you're coming (but drop-ins are welcome, too).  This group meets every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month.
Date: Sep 10 & 24 Time: 9:00-11:00
Date: Oct 8 & 22 Time: 9:00-11:00
Date: Nov 12 & 26 Time: 9:00-11:00
Date: Dec 10 (no mtg Dec 24) Time:  9:00-11:00

Social Knitting

Instructor:  Diana Cripe     Class Fee:  Complimentary
Description: This strictly social knitting group is a great way to meet new friends while sharing the passion for knitting. You'll be inspired by what you see!
Every Thursday Time: 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Friday Night Knit-In

Description:  This has become one of the most popular activities at AGYS.  Join a group of fellow knitters/crocheters for fiber friendship.  Dinner is available from the Solid Rock Cafe next door, or bring your own.  We'll provide ice water and dessert.
Date:  Aug 20 - Friday Time:  4:00-9:00
Date:  Sept 17 - Fri Time:  4:00-9:00
Date:  Oct 15 - Fri Time:  4:00-9:00
Date:  Nov 19 - Fri Time:  4:00-9:00
Date:  Dec 17 - Fri Time:  4:00-9:00






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