BEGINNER • ADVANCED BEGINNER • INTERMEDIATE • EXPERIENCED • CROCHET
Please read about our class policies and skill levels below.
WINTER 2025
‘TIS THE SEASON TO SNUGGLE DOWN, COZY UP, AND KNIT, KNIT, KNIT!
Check out the classes we are offering this season, then call us (610-373-1622) or come in to sign up, check out the class models, and choose your yarn and supplies.
(We do not have an online sign-up at this time.)
Beginner Knitting
& Refresher Sessions
BEGINNER BUILDING BLOCK SERIES
Learn to Knit, Step 1: Just the Basics
Are you an absolute beginner or do you want to review skills you’ve learned ages ago? In this
class you will learn how to…
-Cast on using the long-tail technique
-Work the knit stitch and the purl stitch
-Bind off
-Understand basic knitting terms
Practice yarn provided. Bring or buy US size 8 (5mm) needles.
One Saturday, January 11 | 10 am – 12 noon | $30
Taught by Deb Cech
Learn to Knit, Step 2: Put Your Skills to Work (1 session)
Once you’ve learned the basic stitches of knitting, you’ll want to begin creating! In this class
you will make a super simple fingerless mitt that’s fun and fashionable. During class you’ll learn
how to…
-Use knit and purl stitches to make stockinette and ribbed fabrics
-Combine different stitch patterns
-Read simple directions for creating a garment
-Select appropriate needles and yarn for your project
Pattern provided. Worsted weight yarn must be purchased and US #8 (5mm) needles will be needed.
One Saturday, January 18 | 10 am – 12 Noon | $30
Taught by Deb Cech
Learn to Knit, Step 3: Shaping using increases and decreases (2 sessions)
Knitted garments use special stitches to create shapes other than rectangles. In this class you
will make a headband with a heart motif shaped by increases and decreases. You will
learn how to…
-Work “in the round” using circular needles
-Work simple increases and decrease stitches
-Understand knitting abbreviations
-Read charts and patterns symbols
Pattern provided. Worsted weight yarn must be purchased and US size #8 (5 mm) 16″ circular needles will be needed.
Two Saturdays, January 25 & February 1 | 10:00 am – 12 Noon | $50
Taught by Deb Cech
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Advanced Beginner – Knitting
Advanced Beginner: You know the long-tail or knitted cast-on, knitting, purling, binding off. You have been introduced to circular knitting.
SEAGLASS HAT
This adorable hat is a great intro to stranded knitting, in which 2 colors are used in every row. The knitting is simple, which allows you to focus on the technique and the interplay of colors. It’s a beautiful way to use up scraps of fingering-weight yarn, so gather all those leftovers from socks and shawls. The pattern comes in a wide variety of sizes, and the color possibilities are endless.
Two Saturdays, January 18 & February 1 | 1:00 – 3:00 pm | $50
Taught by Karen Walter
CIRCULAR KNITTING USING THE “MAGIC LOOP”
The Magic Loop technique is a popular method for working seamless small circumference
garments such as gloves, mitts, socks, and sleeves. In this class you’ll make a pair of
fingerless mitts (or full mittens) using a simple cable design on “magic loops.” You will learn
how to…
-Read a detailed patterns and a knitting chart
-Use the Magic Loop technique
-Shape a thumb using increase stitches
-Use twisted stitches to create a cable effect
Three Saturdays, February 15 & 22, March 1 | Classes start at 10:00 am | $65
Taught by Deb Cech
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Intermediate – Knitting
Intermediate: You are proficient in all the Advanced Beginner skills, plus knitting in the round and basic finishing techniques. You should have completed several successful projects using these techniques.
FAIR-ISLE VEST
Consolidate and extend your stranded-knitting skills when you make this beautiful vest. The traditional patterns that make this lovely piece so special can be subtle, like the gradient effect of Karen’s model below, or as colorful as you like. The colorwork is complete by the time you reach the armholes, so the shaping is straightforward, and you’ll get practice in picking up stitches. Karen has some guidance for you when casting on a large number of stitches to join in the round, so you will be able to complete the ribbing at home prior to the first class.
Six Saturdays, February 15 & 22, March 8, 15, 22 & 29 | All classes start at 1:00 pm | $90
Taught by Karen Walter
GRID GAMBIT COWL
Experiment with color in an all-over mosaic stitch pattern. Mosaic patterns allow the knitter to work complex geometric patterns while only using one color at a time. This cowl is worked flat, shaped with increases and decreases and seamed to finish. Make a lovely warm version or a lightweight accent for your casual summer outings.
Three Saturdays, March 8, 15 & April 12 | 10:00 am – 12 Noon | $65
Taught by Deb Cech
SOCK CLUB IS BACK!
Calling all sock fanatics! Join us…whether you’re ready to learn to knit socks or you’ve got the
urge to make your 100th pair! This season’s theme is “Crazy for Color” and we’ll be exploring
different types of heels. We’re showing one project here, but there will be three different socks total in the club series. Sign up for the series and receive a $10 discount for each session ($165 for all three!)
Sock 1 – Slip Stripe Shorties: (3 sessions)
These socks combine mosaic stitches with plain stockinette rounds to make fun textured
stripes. We will be using the magic loop technique, but DPN knitters are welcomed too. This
pattern uses a basic heel flap and gusset construction so they are ideal for first time sock
knitters.
Three Tuesdays, April 1, 8 & 15 | 6:00 – 8:00 pm | $65
Taught by Deb Cech
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Experienced Level – Knitting
Experienced – All intermediate plus you have made several successful garments, are comfortable with finishing methods, and are interested in design, fit, and refined techniques.
“MERMAID” SWEATER
I had fun knitting this top-down, one-piece sweater! The stitch patterns change throughout, so there is rarely a minute to get bored. All that stitchwork comes alive using this lovely merino superwash, and it drapes quite nicely, so that all the texture doesn’t overwhelm you. The slip-stitch charts are easy to follow, and it’s interesting to see the overall motif of scales and waves develop. I simplified the sleeves a bit (because enough is enough.)
Seven Sundays, January 19 – March 2 | 2:00 – 4:00 pm | $105
Crochet Classes
BASIC CROCHET
Sorry, there are no crochet classes this season.
SKILL LEVELS – KNITTING:
Beginner – No experience necessary Advanced Beginner – You know the long-tail or knitted cast-on, knitting, purling, increasing, decreasing and binding off. Intermediate – Proficiency in the advanced beginner skills, plus knitting in the round and basic finishing techniques. You should have completed several successful projects using these techniques. Experienced – All intermediate plus you have made several successful garments, are comfortable with finishing methods, and are interested in design, fit, and refined techniques.
SKILL LEVELS – CROCHET
Beginner – No experience necessary. Advanced Beginner – You know how to chain, single crochet and double crochet. Intermediate – You are proficient in all basic stitches and increases and decreases. You can follow most pattern instructions and have completed several projects using these skills. Experienced – All intermediate plus you have made several successful garments, are comfortable with finishing methods and are interested in design, fit, and refined techniques.
CLASS POLICIES
-Advance registration with payment is required to hold your place.
-No refunds or credit unless you cancel before the day of the class.
-Refunds will be in the form of shop credit unless the class is cancelled by Yarn Gallery.
–Materials are not included in class price.
–Materials must be purchased at Yarn Gallery.
