BEGINNER • ADVANCED BEGINNER • INTERMEDIATE • EXPERIENCED • CROCHET
Please read about our class policies and skill levels below.
FALL 2026
This season, we offer a good range of classes, from beginner to experienced. We hope you’ll find a project that excites your creative spirit and expands your knitting horizon!
Many thanks to our wonderful teachers for making this great schedule possible!
Check out the classes below, 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.)
Begin to Knit
BEGINNERS BUILDING BLOCKS
Taught by Deb Cech
Two classes sequenced to build your knitting knowledge step by step.
Building Block – 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
Yarn provided. Bring or buy US size #8 (5mm) needles.
(1 session) Saturday, September 12 | 10:00 am – Noon | $30
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Building Block-Step 2: Put Your Skills to Work
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 and fabrics
* read simple directions for creating a garment
* select appropriate needles and yarn for your project
Pattern provided. Bring or buy US 8 (5mm) needles. Worsted weight yarn for mitts must be purchased.
Two Tuesdays, September 15 & 22 | 4:30 – 6:30 pm | $45
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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.
THE SIMPLE SERIES
Taught by Deb Cech
These classes are designed for advanced beginner knitters who want to expand their knowledge of knitting techniques by creating simple accessories and garments. You must know how to cast on, knit and purl, and be able to read a simple pattern.
The following two projects together make a sweet set for yourself or for gift giving. The patterns are sized from toddler to adult large. Yarn requirements depend on the size you make.
The Barley Hat
In this class, you will learn how to:
*work “in the round” using circular needles and double-pointed needles.
*hold two strands of yarn together (optional)
*use a variety of stitch patterns – ribbing, garter, and stockinette
*work basic decrease stitches
*understand knitting abbreviations
*read a knitting pattern with multiple sizes
*understand gauge and sizing.
You will need Tin Can Knits’ Barley Hat pattern (free on Ravelry). US 6 (4mm) and US 8 (5mm) 16″ circular needles and US 8 double-pointed needles. Stitch markers.
Two Tuesdays, October 13 & 27 | 4:30 – 6:30 pm. | $45
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Maize Mitts or Mittens
In this class, you will learn to
*work “in the round” using the Magic Loop technique
*use a variety of stitch patterns – ribbing, garter, and stockinette
*work basic increase stitches and decrease stitches
*read a knitting pattern with multiple sizes
*measure for fit
You will need Tin Can Knits Maize pattern, free on Ravelry. Worsted weight yarn and US 6 (4mm) 32″ circular needle (with flexible cable). Stitch markers.
Three Tuesdays, November 3, 10 & 17 | 4:30 – 6:30 pm | $55
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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.
Sock Club Is Back!
Calling all sock fanatics! This fall’s theme is “Crazy for Cables” and we’ll be exploring how to knit cables without using a cable needle, and how to use cables to frame a “strong” sock heel. You must have completed at least one pair of socks (yes, both of them!) and be familiar with sock construction and grafting to enroll in this class.
You will need Clog Socks Lite pattern ($5.00 on Ravelry), different colors of fingering weight yarn (for color block option), long circular needle in the size you typically use for socks.
Three Tuesdays, Sept 29, October 6 & 20 | 4:30 – 6:30 pm | $60
Taught by Deb Cech
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Staffin Lite
This pretty vest/tank top, with lots of purl stitch details, will be a useful addition to your wardrobe. The stitch patterns, in the traditional gansey style, make it interesting to knit. In addition, you will learn to
*read a charted pattern with multiple symbols
*work a pattern from the top down and join into the round
*use multiple types of increases
*pick up stitches for neck and arm bands
*choose an appropriate size and learn about “ease”
You will need Staffin Lite pattern and materials as specified in the pattern for your size.
Six Saturdays, September 26, October 3, 10 & 24, November 7 & 14 | 10:00 am – Noon | $85
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.
Cara Fair-Isle Pullover
A beautiful combination of colors at yoke, hem and cuff make this pullover a stand-out. Knit in luxurious extra-fine merino, it’s lightweight and soft as a cloud yet cozy. Choose your own combination of colors with Karen’s expert help.
In this class you will learn
*how to choose colors for Fair-Isle knitting
*the two-handed method of stranded knitting
*how to keep your stranding to gauge
*adjusting patterns for fit
Six Saturdays, September 26 (3 hr. session), October 3, 10 & 31, November 7 & 14 | 1:00 – 3:00 pm | $85
Taught by Karen Walter
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Kirsten Hoodie
Soft, cozy, and oh-so-pretty, this is the piece you’ll reach for every chilly morning. Knit in a luxe heathery blend of wool, silk and cashmere, it’s a challenging but worthy project that will hold your interest and build your skills and knitting stamina.
In this class, you will learn to
*manage large cable charts
*keep the swearing to a minimum when you notice a mis-crossed cable 6 rows down.
*European shoulder style of top-down knitting
*hold back the tears until you get to your car
*not blame the teacher for choosing this project
Nine Sundays, September 20 through November 15 | 1:00 – 3:00 pm | $120
Taught by Trish McKinney
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.
