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fash-ion-knit Spring - Summer 2008
675 Ygnacio Valley Rd Walnut Creek, CA 94596
925-943-3994 • www.fashionknit.net


beginning knitting

Knit Lingerie! W/ Knit Designer Joan McGowan - Michael
1 – 2 hour class $60.00

Make a fun gift for a bridal shower. The lingerie influence is all over the fashion runways this year. Instructor, Joan McGowan-Michael has been working as a professional designer for over 20 years. Joan will show you the ins and outs of pretty, feminine under garments. Learn how to knit your own undies, nightie sand intimate apparel. In this class you will have a choice of projects, either a fun g-string or a beautiful garter.

Saturday 11:00-1:00 June 14


beginning knitting

KNIT & NOSH Cost: $10 per person

Join us for an evening of knitting, socializing, and snacks here at our store! Bring your needles & yarn and come prepared to sample some fabulous coffee, tea and desserts. If you need help with your project, we’ll be here to help as well.

RSVP required. Seating is limited to the first 25 people to confirm.

Wednesday, May 21, 6:30 to 8:30p
Wednesday, June 18, 6:30 to 8:30p
Wednesday, July 16, 6:30 to 8:30p
Wednesday, August 20 6:30 to 8:30p


beginning knitting
LEARN TO KNIT 3-2 hour classes $90.00
Instructor: Kay

Get started knitting! Learn the basics: cast on, knit, purl, cast off, basic pattern stitches, joining yarn, weaving in ends and how to read labels. Recommended materials: needle size 8 & up and compatible smooth, light colored yarn.

Sunday 2:00-4:00p May 18, May 25 & June 1

Adult Felted Clogs

PROJECT WORKSHOP 2-2 hour sessions $60.00
Instructor: Elaine

A personalized knitting class, bring an idea for what you want to make, or a project you need help with, and get personalized help. Examples include sweaters, ponchos, shawls, socks, blankets, etc.

Saturday 11-1pm May 17 & May 31 2-2 hour sessions $60.00
Saturday 11-1pm June 17 & July 12, July 26 3-2 hour sessions $90.00


Felted Handbag

BASIC HATS 2-2 hour classes $60.00
Instructor: Jeanine

Hats are the perfect next step once you are ready to move on beyond scarves. Learn to knit in the round using both circular and double pointed needles. Materials: 200 yards worsted weight yarn, US #7-16” and US #7 dpn or 120 yards bulky weight yarn, US#10-16 & US #10dpn.

Sunday 12:00-2:00 May 25 & June 1


Baby Sweater
KNIT FROM THE TOP – BASIC BABY CARDIGAN
2 - 2 hour classes $60.00

Instructor: Jeanine

Make your first garment – a very small one. We will make an easy, raglan sleeve baby cardigan. This is an excellent garment to start with since there is no seaming! Learn how to knit a sweater from the top down on circular needles. Once you’ve made this sweater, you are ready to move on to adult size top down patterns. Materials: DK Weight yarn & US #6-24 needle.

Tuesday 3:00-5:00 May 27 & June 3

Baby Sweater

BASIC SOCKS ON CIRCULAR NEEDLES 3-2 hour classes $90.00
Instructor: Elaine

Do double pointed needles scare you? Learning how to knit in the round using 2 circular needles might just be for you. We will learn to knit a basic cuff down sock using 2 circular needles. Materials: 2 – US #5-24 needles and 1 skein Cascade 220 yarn.

Tuesday 6:30-8:30 June 10, June 17 & June 24


Baby Sweater

SOCKS - BOTH SOCKS AT SAME TIME 3-2 hour classes $90.00
Instructor: Elaine

Are you afflicted with one sock syndrome? Learn to knit both socks at the same time using 2 circular needles. We will learn to knit a basic cuff down sock using 2 circular needles. Materials: 2 – US #2-24 needles and 100 grams fingering weight sock yarn.

Tuesday 6:30-8:30 July 15, July 22 & July 29


Baby Sweater

ENTRELAC 2-2 hour classes $60.00
Instructor: Elaine

Learn the basics of this beautiful knit fabric while making a scarf. It really is very fun & easy to do. Prerequisites: Comfortable knitting, purling, and decreasing. Materials: 2 skeins Noro Kureyon or Silk Garden, US #7 needle, Spring 2007 Interweave Magazine (available in store).

Thursday 6:30-8:30 May 29 & June 5
Thursday 6:30-8:30 July 24 & July 31


Baby Sweater

LACE SAMPLER SCARF 3-2 hour classes $90.00

Learn the basics of lace knitting while making a sampler scarf. We will learn to read a lace pattern, how to make “lifelines”, and grafting stitches. Supplies: 1 skein Superior laceweight yarn, Filatura di Crosa F/W 2007 pattern booklet, US #6-24 (lace point preferable).


Saturday 1:30-3:30p July 12, July 19, & July 26


Baby Sweater

YOUTH KNITTING CAMP 2-2 hour classes $60.00

Want to make the coolest summer scarf! Learn to knit at fashionknit’s youth knitting camp. You will learn to knit, purl, join yarns and make a cool scarf for summer and or back-to-school.

Required: Knitting with Gigi Book $16.95
Ages: 10-15
Bring a Snack and Drink

Saturdays 12:00-2:00pm July 19 & 26, August 2, 9, 16 & 23


PRIVATE LESSONS AVAILABLE $45/hour

CLASS POLICIES

  • Materials are not included in class price.
  • Students will receive a 10% store discount on yarn while enrolled (Please remind us you are enrolled).
  • Class sizes are limited, so please sign up early! To reserve your space, we ask you to pre-pay.
  • To cancel a class, you must call us at least 1 week before the class start date so we can issue you a store credit or reschedule you for a later class. No cash refunds.
  • If for some reason we need to cancel a class, we will issue you a refund.
  • Private/group classes must be scheduled 2-4 weeks in advance.
  • Only registered students may be seated at class table.
  • Class will be cancelled if minimum requirement of three (3) students is not met.

Store hours:
Monday through Friday 10:30 - 6:30
Saturday 10:30 - 5:00
Sunday 12:00- 4:00
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