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 choose the right yarn and needles for your project, how to cast on, and how to do the knit stitch, which is the basis of all 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!

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 a typical knitting pattern, learning the terminology, rhythm, and symbols that turn these boggling directions into the key to a beautiful finished product! You'll get hands-on practice with reading sample patterns and understanding them yourself, by knitting swatches that reflect the directions given in the pattern.

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!

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 stretch. 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 they're made, 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 yarn will type of yarn cables are most compatible with. Together we’ll knit swatches of a few different basic types of cables, and in the end you'll come away with a handful of cool cable ideas and patterns to practice with!

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.

Does knitting lace seem like a daunting idea? Would you be surprised to learn that it is 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 hopefully send you home with a few new skills and a new project.

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)

Want to keep your fingers warm this winter? Or perhaps you're in need of an awesome homemade gift to give? In this class we'll work on the basics of glove making, including what yarns are best for keeping the cold air out, what stitch patterns work well to keep the palm sturdy, how to change colors for a striping effect, and how to make a thumb gusset. We'll even learn how to make gloves that fit our own hands!

(Note: You'll already want to be proficient with DPNs when you come to this class)

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 be sure 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.

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

Do socks seem as daunting to you as they do to us? In this class, we'll take things slow and easy by starting with a toe-up baby sock, and then discussing how to make comfy socks that will fit our own feet.

Different methods of creating toes, cuffs, and insteps will be covered, how to switch colors, as well as delving into the world of the dreaded heel-turning.

Note: This class is three hours long, and will cost $38 total. 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.

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 requires 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 could 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 even use it to knit up a sportweight long-sleeved shirt, meshy laceweight cover-up, or even a cardigan!

Please note: This class will be scheduled in two installments, each 2 hours in length. The total cost for both sessions is $50. We try to schedule the sessions 2 weeks apart, but if you are unable to make the second session, you may wait until the next round is scheduled and join us then.

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.

We'll make the tiny bag pictured here in a single night's class (did you know that crocheting is way faster than knitting?), and learn how to resize it to make larger versions in the future. A great precursor to the market bag class -- we'll have you hookin' in no time!

When you hear "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!

Sick of making endless pairs of socks for your holiday gifts? We're going to spice it up with a quick and easy crocheted market bag. The pattern we'll be working from uses simple stitches to create a fun and easy project (but one that looks fancy and complicated!) that will keep you busy no matter what the season. In the summer, try it out in cotton or rayon for a lightweight project; in the winter, try it out with some wool and a little metallic lurex for some glitz!