Behind the Scenes - Knitting & Crochet Design
Are
you curious about how a concept becomes a pattern?
Have
you ever wondered why some patterns are good and some are not?
Do you want to learn how to write a pattern for a small project?
If you answered YES to any of these questions, Behind the Scenes - Design Series is for you! They are single session workshops where you can learn about how patterns are written and how you can write your own.
Session 1 (3/17 or 3/31; 2-4pm) Just the facts, please
In this session, we will look at how a pattern is born. From the development of the concept, selection of materials, creation of the prototype and the first draft of the pattern. Good Pattern or Bad Pattern… how do you select the right pattern for your project?
Session 2: (4/14 12-2p or 4/22, 11-1p) Pattern Modification
From tweaking patterns to customize for fit, swap out stitch patterns and change parts (necks, armholes, collars, etc) you don't like will be explored in this session. This session will be a pre-requisite for participants in Sweater University 4 where we will be making a classic sweater vest that is customized.
Session 3 (5/30 & 5/31 7-9pm or 6/6 & 6/10 11a-1p) Let's Write
Try your hand at creating a pattern for fingerless gloves (Knit or Crochet). This 2 session class will focus on the writing of a pattern using a pattern template
Do you want to learn how to write a pattern for a small project?
If you answered YES to any of these questions, Behind the Scenes - Design Series is for you! They are single session workshops where you can learn about how patterns are written and how you can write your own.
Session 1 (3/17 or 3/31; 2-4pm) Just the facts, please
In this session, we will look at how a pattern is born. From the development of the concept, selection of materials, creation of the prototype and the first draft of the pattern. Good Pattern or Bad Pattern… how do you select the right pattern for your project?
Session 2: (4/14 12-2p or 4/22, 11-1p) Pattern Modification
From tweaking patterns to customize for fit, swap out stitch patterns and change parts (necks, armholes, collars, etc) you don't like will be explored in this session. This session will be a pre-requisite for participants in Sweater University 4 where we will be making a classic sweater vest that is customized.
Session 3 (5/30 & 5/31 7-9pm or 6/6 & 6/10 11a-1p) Let's Write
Try your hand at creating a pattern for fingerless gloves (Knit or Crochet). This 2 session class will focus on the writing of a pattern using a pattern template
How do you know when a pattern will give you the results you expect & what the designer intended? This series will help you evaluate patterns and make decisions about the patterns you use. Learn about what happens behind the scenes with designers; how they develop their patterns. Understand why some patterns are easier to work with than others. Increase your success rate almost any pattern you choose. Sessions 1 & 2 cost $35 separately and Session 3 has 2 parts and costs $50 separately or you can purchase a series pass to all 4 for just $125. Get the tools you need to make better - more informed decisions about the patterns for your knitting or crocheting.
March is National Crochet Month!
March is National Crochet Month and we are excited about our Mochila Bag Project for this month. The Wayuu tribe in Columbia is known for their brightly colored and amazing designs of their mochila. Now you can learn Tapestry Crochet and make your own! The 2 session class will be held March 4th and 11th from 11a-1p and cost $50. The pattern we will be using is Mochila Ibu by Marian Verloop & is available on Ravelry. Class is limited to 8 participants & pre-registration is required.
Materials: Worsted weight cotton yarn (300 yds each of 3 colors & 600 yds of main color), US G/7 crochet hook, locking stitch marker.
New Session of Building Blocks Starting!
We will be starting our next session of Building Blocks by Michelle Hunter on Saturday, March 10th at 10am. Each month, beginning knitters, newer knitters and knitters who want to improve their knitting skills will have the opportunity to do just that. From pattern & chart reading to different types of increases and decreases, each month's square will challenge and inspire success. Learn about cables, mock cables and bobbles as well as blocking and seaming as a part of this amazing program.
This class meets once a month for 2 hours and costs $25 for each session. The program book is $22 & you will need 1,700 yds of chunky weight yarn, US 10 24" circular needles and stitch markers to get started. Stop by the store or give us a call (732-847-3665) with your questions or to register for the class and order your materials. Yarn orders must be placed by March 1st.
Yarn Basics
Sunday 3/18 from 11a-12p Cost $20
Everything you've always wanted to know about yarn, but were afraid to ask. What are Yarn weight categories and why are they important? Why do I have to save the yarn ball label? Ounces or Yards? Yarn today is not your grandmother's yarn and while 13 ounces is still 13 ounces, it may not be enough for your project. Come find out why!
