Crochet: Beginner Amigurumi Owl

Crochet: Beginner Amigurumi Owl
With Anna Reisetter

Tuesdays, August 8 and 15, 5:30-7:30 pm  

$55 + supplies

 

 
Amigurumi is the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting small yarn creatures, and this simple and adorable crocheted amigurumi owl is the perfect project to get started with! While not for total newbies, this class is great for beginners who have a comfortable grasp on the basic crochet stitches, but would like to expand their skills with a quick, fun project. In this project you'll use the single and half double crochet stitches, and will learn the magic ring technique, crocheting in a spiral, increasing, decreasing, and how to finish and join pieces. You'll also be able to customize your owl's peepers using embroidery, buttons, or safety eyes (pictured). After this class, you'll be cranking out adorable amigurumi animals for all your friends in no time! Ages 16 and up. 

Supplies needed:

• Light weight yarn in up to 4 colors: 50m for the base/body color, 10m for eye color (white recommended), and 10m for each of the two wing colors. You can also use a single wing color, in which case you would need about 20m of that one color instead. 
• 2.5-4mm crochet hook, or according to the yarn.
• Polyester fiberfill for stuffing
• Embroidery floss (for beak, and for embroidered eye if desired)
• 9mm safety eyes (provided in class), or buttons or beads for eyes
• Yarn needle, scissors, stitch marker or extra yarn scraps for marking
• Pattern provided in class

(two session class)

Crocheting: Crochet 101

Crocheting: Crochet 101

With Anna Reisetter

Sunday, February 19th, 1-3pm

OR

Sunday, March 19th, 1-3pm

(One session class)

$35 + supplies

Skill level: Beginner

Crochet is a versatile craft that can be used to create dense, structured fabric, and delicate lacy stitches alike. From enormous granny square afghans, to tiny flowers and stuffed animals in the round, crochet can do it all! Whether you're looking for a new hobby, or you're a knitter interested in expanding your skills, this is the perfect class for you! Come and learn to crochet starting with the the basics: terminology, how to chain, count, and turn, basic stitches, and the magic circle technique.

 

Supplies needed: size 3-6mm crochet hook, worsted weight yarn.

Crochet: Granny Square

Crochet: Granny Square

With Ann Rushton

Wednesdays, January 20, 27, or Feb 3 6-7:30 pm

$35 + supplies

  

Granny squares never go out of fashion! Learn to crochet this fun and easy classic square. Bring size G or H crochet hook, light-colored worsted weight yarn (let Home Ec help you choose the appropriate colors and yarn types--you'll need something super smooth!), a locking stitch marker or safety pin, and a darning needle to weave in ends. If feeling brave, bring more than one color yarn and you'll learn to change colors!  

Supplies needed:

• Worsted weight yarn; wool or washable wool in a light color preferred
• Crochet hook in size G or H
• Tapestry needle, scissors, locking stitch marker
• Pattern provided in class

(One session class)

Crochet: Easy Peasy Cheery Granny Crochet Cowl

Crochet: Easy Peasy Cheery Granny Crochet Cowl

With Ann Rushton

Wednesdays, December 9 and 16, 6-7:30pm

$35 + supplies

Photo Via RAVELRY by Bee and Buzz

 

This cowl is the go-to for the 2015-16 winter season. Learn the basics of crochet, color changes, and all-around fashion fun. Once you get the hang of hooking, you'll want to make a million of these.

 

Supplies needed: Worsted weight yarn (three or more colors), size G or H crochet hook, pen and paper for notes. Pattern provided in class.

(Two session class) 

Crochet: Granny Squares

Crochet: Granny Squares

With Ann Rushton

Tuesdays, November 10 and 17, 6-7:30pm

$35 + supplies

Granny Squares never go out of style! In this two-part class, you'll learn to crochet a basic granny square, change colors, and join squares together. Be prepared to leave wanting to cover everything in your house (bed, pillows, dogs) with your crocheted goodness.

Photo via RAVELRY by PURLBEE

Supplies needed: Worsted weight yarn (two or more colors), size G or H crochet hook, pen and paper for taking notes. Pattern provided in class.

(two session class)

Crochet: Easy Peasy Cheery Granny Crochet Cowl

Crochet: Easy Peasy Cheery Granny Crochet Cowl

With Ann Rushton

Wednesdays, November 11 and 18, 6-7:30pm

$35 + supplies

Photo Via RAVELRY by Bee and Buzz

 

This cowl is the go-to for the 2015-16 winter season. Learn the basics of crochet, color changes, and all-around fashion fun. Once you get the hang of hooking, you'll want to make a million of these.

 

Supplies needed: Worsted weight yarn (three or more colors), size G or H crochet hook, pen and paper for notes. Pattern provided in class.

(Two session class) 

Rauma Yarn Trunk Show

Rauma Yarn Trunk Show    

Saturday, September 26, 1 - 3 pm 

FREE

 

We are so excited to be hosting a trunk show of beautiful Rauma yarns!  Rauma has been popular with Norwegian knitters for nearly a century, Rauma uses Norwegian wool of the finest quality to produce their yarns. They are great for color work, knitting, or felting. They do not pill. Items made from Rauma yarns last a lifetime and can still look new when they are actually cherished heirlooms, passed down from generation to generation.

The Rauma Wool factory is located at the mouth of the Rauma River in the village of Veblungsnes in Møre og Romsdal County in northern Norway. They have been in business since 1927, producing yarns of the highest quality not only of wool, but also of cotton, linen and silk under their "Raumagarn" and "PTgarn" labels.

Private Knitting/Crochet Lessons

Private Knitting/Crochet Lessons

With Ann Rushton

Dates- to be determined by you and instructor. Instructor is flexible with dates and times during Home Ec hours.   

$30/ hour + supplies. (Instructor favors Home Ec purchased supplies.)

Each session is limited to an hour to keep you from tearing out your hair.

These lessons are for the anxious or confused knitters or crocheters who crave one-on-one attention. Designed to give you a head-start, Ann can either help you choose a pattern or you can bring a pattern that you can't quite make out. Each lesson is an hour and is intended mainly for beginners and or those wanting to jump back in. Take one lesson or several, based on your needs. Ask or call Home Ec for details on how to schedule with Ann. Teenager and up. For those under twelve-years-old, ask Home Ec for kid-specific workshops and instruction.

  

Crochet: Crochet Folded Potholder

Crochet: Crochet Folded Potholder

With Ann Rushton

Tuesdays, May 19th & 26th, 6-7:30pm 

$40 + supplies 

  

  

If you're anything like me, you never have enough potholders. Where do they go? Well now, your problem is solved. Take this class, learn the basics of crochet, and end up with something functional! In this class we'll make the mysterious Crochet Folded Potholder, which keep your hands safe from those tricky ovens and grills. Plus, the pattern has a sweet secret--it has an origami element that will astound your friends! 

Supplies:  worsted weight cotton yarn (approximately 100 yards), size G or H crochet hook, tapestry needle. Pattern provided in class.  

(two session class)

Crochet: Granny Square Hotpad

Crochet: Granny Square Hotpad

With Ann Rushton

Wednesdays, May 20 & 27th, 6-7:30pm 

$40 + supplies 

  

  

Let's face it--Granny Squares are in! Get your groovy on and learn some basic crochet techniques. This class, designed for a beginning crocheter who craves a challenge, will amp up your crochet skills and result in a funky, yet functional, hotpad perfect for any kitchen. 

Supplies needed:  worsted weight cotton yarn (approximately 100 yards each in 3 to 4 colors), scissors, size G or H crochet hook, tapestry needle. Pattern provided in class

(two session class)

Crochet: Spa Washcloth

Crochet: Spa Washcloth

With Ann Rushton 

Tuesday, January 27, 6-8 pm

$30 + Supplies

      

Learn to make these perfect crocheted washcloths.

Used as a dishcloth or washcloth, these crochet wonders make the perfect gift for a friend (or keep for yourself). Bring a lovely and soft cotton yarn and size G or H hook. 

Pattern: Waffle Crochet Spa Washcloth by Kate Alvis. Available for free HERE. Please print at home and bring to class. 

  

Supplies Needed:  Cotton Yarn and a G or H crochet hook 

Crochet: Granny Square

Crochet: Granny Square  

with Ann Rushton 

Tuesday, January 13, 6-8 pm  

$30 + supplies

skill level: beginner (as in, how do I hold this hook again?)

 

Like the little black dress and the Toyota Corolla, the Granny Square never goes out of style. Don't fear the hook. You'll learn to properly hold a crochet hook, the correct way to tension your yarn, and much more. You'll leave class wanting to make a Granny Square blanket for everyone you've ever met. Bring worsted weight yarn and a size G or H hook and a positive, can-do attitude. (Don't bring cheap yarn--I can't stand the squeaking.) For the adventurous, we'll discuss changing colors

so you can have your own Big Bang Theory Blanket.    

supplies needed: worsted weight yarn and a size G or H hook

Crochet Spa Washcloth

Crochet Spa Washcloth

With Ann Rushton

Tuesday December 9, 6-8pm

$30 + supplies

  

Skill Level: Beginner. As in, please help, I need to make holiday gifts and I'm running out of ideas and I need something quick and easy.

  Photo by KATE ALVIS via Ravelry

Listen, I get it. We all run out of time around this time of the year, and start to panic about what to give as a Hostess gift/Secret Santa item/holy crap I forgot something for Great Grandma's cousin's brother-in-law's wife. You can make these sweet little washcloths in a flash, and be the memory they keep in the bathroom/kitchen drawer, thereby creating meaning for everyone. Used as a dishcloth or washcloth, these crochet wonders can be wrapped up with an artisan bar of soap or stuffed in a stocking at the very last minute. Bring a lovely and soft cotton yarn and size G or H hook. 

Pattern: Waffle Crochet Spa Washcloth by Kate Alvis. Available for free HERE. Please print at home and bring to class.  

supplies needed: cotton yarn and size G or H hook, printed pattern 

Crochet Granny Square

Crochet Granny Square

With Ann Rushton

Tuesday, November 11, 6-8pm

$30 + supplies

Skill Level: Beginner. As in, how do I hold this hook again?

Like the little black dress and the Toyota Corolla, the Granny Square never goes out of style. Don't fear the hook. You'll learn to properly hold a crochet hook, the correct way to tension your yarn, and much more. You'll leave class wanting to make a Granny Square blanket for everyone you've ever met. Bring worsted weight yarn and a size G or H hook and a positive, can-do attitude. (Don't bring cheap yarn--I can't stand the squeaking.) For the adventurous, we'll discuss changing colors

so you can have your own Big Bang Theory Blanket.    

supplies needed: worsted weight yarn and a size G or H hook