You know who you are -- you see people knitting everywhere you go, and think to yourself that you've always wanted to learn, but haven't had the time…or patience…or skill.

Well now's your chance! In two short hours you'll learn how to cast on, and how to do the knit stitch, which is the basis of all knitting. We’ll also talk about how to choose the right yarn and needles for your project, share some resources for finding free and simple patterns, and how to combing knitting and purling to make different textures in your knitting.

You'll leave knowing all you need to be able to do it on your own, and pretty soon you'll be the one people are watching in awe on the bus!

What's this continental knitting all about? Although it's not the mainstream method of knitting taught in the U.S., it can often be faster, more intuitive, and easier on the hands than English style knitting, or "throwing."

In this class we'll learn how to cast on, the basic knit stitch, and potentially the purl stitch as well, depending on your comfort level.

Both new and experienced knitters are welcome -- this could be a new method to add to your current repertoire of knitting knowledge, or your first foray into the world of knitting!

So you've mastered the ability to make squares and rectangles, but want to take your knitting to the next level. As complex as knitted garments may look, they are comprised of surprisingly few elements.

The trick is knowing how to combine them, and when -- this is why we have patterns! Essentially, someone's already done the dirty work for us, and all we have to do is follow their directions. But simple as it may sound, trying to follow a knitting pattern without learning the language will probably make you want to never knit anything besides chunky scarves with eyelash yarn.

In this class we'll deconstruct and work through a simple knitting pattern together, learning the terminology, rhythm, and symbols that turn these boggling directions into the key to a beautiful finished product! We’ll learn about lace and cable charts, gauge swatches, resources for free and easy patterns, and lots of tips and tricks for keeping all this info straight!

Are you ready to move beyond straight needles? Tired of scarves? In this class we'll introduce you to the joys of circular needles ("circs") and double pointed needles ("DPNs") by making a basic hat. You'll come away from this class with two new skills (DPNs are used to knit the crown of the hat, when there are fewer stitches, and then circs are used later on as the hat grows), and a new addictive project!

Triangular shoulder shawls (also called "shawlettes" or "kerchief scarves") are a great spring knit. They are lighter weight than traditional scarves and less bulky. They can be tucked into a bag when it's warm and pulled out as the temperatures dip in the evening or in buildings with over-active air conditioning.

Many popular designers, including Stephen West, Ysolda Teague, Jared Flood, Evelyn Clark, and Rosemary Hill (just to name a few) have produced fantastic and versatile patterns all based on the same simple construction. This class will focus on the technique used to create top-down triangular shawls.

Understanding these techniques will make virtually any triangular shawl pattern possible. Students only need to know how to cast on, knit, purl. All other techniques will be discussed in the class.

Looking for a quick and easy springtime project? A 100% cotton market bag is a super-functional project that uses the most basic of lace patterns to give the bag durability, as well as expandability. You won't believe how quickly this bag knits up, and you'll be toting it along to the farmers' market in no time!

The simple addition of cables can add elegance, complexity, and intrigue to any project -- or can just keep you from going crazy if you're knitting 75 rows of straight stockinette! In this class we'll learn the basics of cabling--including their properties, how to make them, and some helpful tips about when they're the perfect addition to spice up that project you're making…and when they aren't.

We'll learn how to read cable charts and understand patterns that include cable directions, and what type of yarn cables are most compatible with. We’ll be working through a basic cable chart together, which can be incorporated into a larger project.

Feel like you've mastered the basics? Tired of large blocks of a single color? Why not try knitting with two different colors... at the same time! In this class, we'll give you an entry into the world of Fair Isle by spicing up a basic baby hat pattern. We'll also discuss fair isle patterns in general, learn how to read from a fair isle chart, and talk about how you can easily add color patterns into just about anything you knit.

We will also briefly go over how to use continental knitting to your advantage if you’ve mastered it already, to enable you to knit from both sides of your work, simultaneously!

Does knitting lace seem like a daunting idea? It’s actually much less complex (and more fun!) than it initially seems. In this class, we'll use a basic lace scarf pattern to usher you into the world of yarn-overs and ssk-ing. We'll be looking at how to read lace charts, how to use a lifeline (a piece of scrap thread that marks/saves your lace to a certain point if you need to rip back), and how to maintain the right number of stitches on your needle as you work.

One of the quickest, simplest, and most functional projects out there, the basic knitted dishcloth is timeless. And ideal way to use up yarn scraps, take a breather in between long-term projects, and create quick and easy gifts or accessories for your kitchen! We'll learn 3 fun and easy dischcloth patterns and do mini-versions of each so you can go home with a whole set.

(Skills Necessary: Knitting and purling on straight needles)

Gloves In this class we'll walk through the basic construction that underlies every pair of gloves -- cuff, gusset, body, thumb, and fingers. (We'll be working from a fingerless gloves pattern, but will explain the process you'd use if you want to add fingers, as well.) We'll learn how to cast on to DPNs in this class, so no experience knitting on 4 needles necessary!

This is our favorite tank top pattern, because of its simplicity, quick-knit time, and versatility -- you could knit this in nearly any fiber or weight and it would look great!

In this class we'll learn the basic shaping of this garment, but tailor the pattern to our own measurements, to ensure that it fits well once it's finished. And best of all, we'll learn how to finish it off either as a camisole, or as a back-tie halter top, depending on your preference.

Recommended Skills: Fairly proficient at the knit stitch, and experience with circular needles.

This class will take place over two sessions, and the total cost will be $50.

Are you ready to take the plunge and start knitting socks? Be warned: it's totally addictive! Socks are the perfect little project you can toss in your bag and knit on the go; they knit up quickly, are super-functional, make great gifts, and the colorful yarn possibilities are endless.

In this two-part class we'll learn how to start a sock on double-pointed needles, make our way all the way down to the heel, and learn the trademark move of sock-making: turning the heel. In the second session we'll finish up the body of the sock, taper for the toe, and learn the Kitchener stitch to finish it off.

Note: This class takes place over two 2-hour sessions, and is $40 total. No experience with double-pointed needles necessary.

Toe-up socks can be a great way to ease into sock knitting. No heel turning here! The same method is used to create the heel as we use to form the toe at the beginning, so there’s only one new skill to master.

Plus, the beauty of toe-up socks is that you can try them on as you go!

Note: you should already know how to knit in the round on DPNs before attempting this class! We will also talk (albeit briefly) about how to make socks on "circs" and on straight needles, but our first socks will be on double-points.

This class takes place over two sessions, and costs $40 total.

How about a sweater that barely requires any finishing at all? Making a "top-down" sweater (as opposed to making the front, back, and both sleeves individually and then sewing them together) offers many advantages:

• The little seaming that is required is the simplest type
• You can try it on as you work on it, so you don't have to finish the entire sweater to realize it's not going to fit right. You can fix it as you go!
• Having it all in one piece lets you gauge your progress and visualize what the finished sweater will look like long before it's done
• Less seaming means fewer ends to sew in. In fact, if we put all your yarn on a single cone, you could only have to weave in as few as six!
• Knowing the basic top-down structure allows you to get as wildly ornamental, or keep things as simple, as you'd like. You can plan where to add cables, yarn overs, ribbing, you name it

In this class we'll deconstruct the basic pattern for a top-down sweater, and learn how to adapt the instructions to fit your preferences. If you've been curious about taking the next step and embarking on your first sweater, this would be a great place to start. Or even if you don't consider yourself a sweater knitter, the top-down method is so customizable, you could use it to knit up a sportweight long-sleeved shirt, meshy laceweight cover-up, or even a cardigan!

Note: This class will be scheduled in two installments, each 2 hours in length. You must be able to attend BOTH sessions in order to sign up for the class. The total cost for both sessions is $50.

Put down the needles and pick up the hook! This class is designed for the very beginning crocheter. We'll learn how to "cast on" (make your first chain), as well as what a "single crochet" is.

You'll have the option to either make a rectangular-shaped project (i.e. scarf, potholder, etc.) or a small bag that will whip up in no time!

When you hear the term "granny squares" it may not necessarily conjure up the hippest image in your mind, but these are one of the most fun and versatile things you can learn to crochet. While the concept is simple, there are hundreds of different kinds of granny squares, which you can crochet in an infinite combination of colors, and use as panels to join together to make anything from a funky skirt to a cool tote bag to an afghan.

In this class, we'll learn the basic principles of granny square construction, work through the patterns of a few different types of squares, and learn how to join them together so you can create any of the above projects at home on your own!

Ready to move to the next level with crochet and try out a hat? This simple hat pattern has a non-traditional structure, but is still a beginner-level pattern. Rather than starting at the crown and working your way down to the brim, this hat is worked back and forth in vertical ribs and short rows, to form the shape of the hat.

If you’ve mastered the basics of crocheting, a market bag is a great beginner’s project to conquer next. In this class we’ll learn how a simple, seamless construction, paired with some new stitches and a lacy pattern, can create a quick and stylish market bag!