Wednesday, February 20, 2019

Coming In March

A New Class to Refine Your Skills!

Gauge Matters!


  • Have you ever run out of yarn for a project?
  • Have you ever made a hat that didn’t fit – Anyone?
  • Do your projects come out larger or smaller than the pattern says?



It’s because 
Gauge Matters! 




All of the above result from ignoring the real 1st step of a Knit of Crochet project – Swatching for Gauge! Ok, so

  • Sometimes you do the swatch, it matches the pattern, so off you go… but your project ends up too big or too small. 
  • Sometimes you do the swatch, it matches the pattern, so off you go… but you still run out of yarn or have a lot left over & the project doesn’t fit! 
  • Sometimes you do the swatch doesn’t match the pattern’s stated gauge & you don’t know what to do or you don’t know how to interpret the results. 

How do you get it to fit? Easy!  Join us for Gauge Matters - a bootcamp on why gauge is important to your project - even if the pattern says it is not – Saturday, March 9th from 9am-12pm for Knitters and Saturday, March 30th from 9am-12pm for Crocheters! The cost for the session is just $45, plus materials (yarn for in-class work and a ruler for gauging).

These 3 hour sessions are hand-on and not a lecture. There are pre-class samples (see back of flyer) that must be completed before the class meets and will be used during the class. Pre-registration is required. Stop by the store or Call 732-847-3665 to register.


Mandala Madness!

Colorful Crochet Mandalas are a modern take on doilies. Often each row is a different color rather than the same color all the way through. They are fun and easy to do! This March 16th and 30th we will be adapting a basic square mandala to cover a square Jute totebag. This is a great way to learn about how mandalas are constructed, and even some new stitches. All you need is about 135 yds each of 6 colors chunky weight yarn, a US I hook and a jute totebag (12" wide bye 12" high by 6" deep). 

The cost of the 2 session class is $50 plus your materials. Pre-registration is required, so sign up early!


Sheep!

Amigurumi is not difficult, especially when you are working on these adorable sheep. Marshmallow is knitted using US 4 DPNs and just wants to hug everyone in sight. You can learn about amigurumi while making him (or her) Tuesday evenings from 7-9pm on March 5th and 19th. Bubbles is crocheted using s US G hook and is the perfect size for that special little one you know. You can make him on Wednesdays 3/6 and 3/20 from 7-9pm. Pre-registration is required for both classes and there are a limited number of kits available, so don't delay.

Looking for something fun to do with your friends who Knit or Crochet? Ask us about special group sessions - you pick the project - we'll get you started. Contact Flo or Mitzy for more information and suggestions for possible events!

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