Class prices:� ����� Beginning Knitting ($50 + materials) Two 2-hr. sessions.

���������������� ���������������� Knitting Techniques ($15 + materials) One 1-hr. session.

���������������� ���������������� Socks ($15 + materials)

���������������� ���������������� Mittens ($15 + materials)

���������������� ���������������� Felted Hat ($15 + materials)

���������������� ���������������� Sweater Club ($5/meeting + materials.

���������������� ���������������� Two-color knitting ($25 + materials).

���������������� ���������������� Children�s Knitting ($25 + supplies)

���������������� ���������������� Teenage Knitting ($25 + supplies)

 

Please refer to our class policies and requirements below.�

Beginning Knitting

This class will teach a basic cast-on, the knit and purl stitch and bind off. After this class, you should be able to complete basic scarves. Recommended book: The Knitter�s Companion.

 

Knitting Techniques

If you know the basics but want to improve your skills, these classes are for you. Pick and choose which ones you like.� You MUST have a basic knowledge of knitting (casting on, knit, purl and binding off before taking a Knitting Techniques class).� Call for supply list for each class.

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How to Read Patterns: Pattern writing will be explained including some of the abbreviations and help will be given in deciphering any patterns you may currently have trouble reading.

 

�� Cast-ons: Learn� different cast-ons and the importance of each one.

 

�� Bind-offs: Make your finished garments look more professional with the proper bind-off.

 

�� Pick-up stitches:� Many patterns, including MG�s felted bag, tell you to pick up stitches.� Learn to pick up stitches twisted.

 

�� Increases: Learn various types of increases and the use for each.

 

�� Decreases: Learn various types of decreases and the use for each.�

 

�� Cables: Learn cables! Cables add interest and fun to any garment or scarf. A basic cable is very easy to learn.

 

�� Correcting Mistakes: Okay, you�ve learned to recognize stitches in your knitting and you�ve discovered you purled when you should have knitted, or dropped a stitch. Ready to rip?� Wait, you don�t have to rip rows out, learn how to easily correct mistakes without ripping out rows.

 

Socks: Usually takes three sessions to complete a sock. This class is a cuff-down class; so the first class you take you learn starting the cuff using double pointed needed; second time; heel turning, and third time toe completion.�

 

Mittens: Usually takes three sessions to complete a mitten. Mittens are a fun, portable project to have with you at all times.�

 

Felted Hat:� Learn to make a felted hat with several brim options to choose from. You will learn to use a circular needle as well as double points in this hat class. You must be able to cast-on, knit, purl and bind off for this class.��

 

Two-color knitting: Knitting with two colors can produce exciting effects. Also called Fair Isle, stranded, two-color, and double knitting. This type of knitting has two-color or multicolor motifs rather than blocks of solid color.

 

Children�s Knitting Class.� Children between the ages of 8-12 are invited to join us for a quick knit lesson.� Simple loop cast on and the knit stitch and bind off.

 

Teenage Knitting Class.� Teenagers love to knit and they learn easily.� Teens from 13-17 are invited for a quick knit lesson.� Simple look cast on and the knit and purl stitch and bind off.��

 

Sweater Club Meetings.� Thursday, December 16th 6-8.� Thursday, January 20th 6-8.

 

The Gourmet Yarn Co. Class Policies and Requirements

Requirements for taking classes:� Beginning Knitting�all welcome!� We will offer special teenage and children�s knitting classes when possible. Students for beginning classes should be at least 13 years of age, however, exceptions can be made�so please call the shop to find out.

For all Knitting Techniques classes, you must be able to cast on, knit, purl and bind off. If you can only complete the knit stitch�then we suggest that you take the Beginning Knitting class before trying any Knitting Technique classes.

Reservations:� Classes are reserved on a first-come basis. Only full payment of the class fee will reserve the class for you. Phone 405.286.3737 to charge reservations to your Visa/Mastercard or Discover card. If you cannot make both sessions of a particular class, pleaes take your class at a later time when you can attend both sessions.�

Magic Numbers: We will cancel a class if less than the minimum number of students required has not been met five days before the class begins. If we cancel, we will happily (1) refund your class fee; (2) apply the amount toward another class; or (3) apply the amount toward the purchase of merchandise.

Refunds: Your class fee is refundable or transferable up to one week (seven days) prior to the first time the class meets.

Supplies: Supplies can be purchased at The Gourmet Yarn Co. We try to start our beginning students on bamboo needles in a US size 8 or 10 in order for the student to recognize stitches. If you want to make a scarf for a beginning class following samples in the store�many of them are knitted on a US size 17 or 19. These large needles are sometimes difficult or cumbersome for a beginner ot use; therefore we recommend practicing swatches on smaller needles and then moving up to a larger needle.

Weather: In case of bad weather, The Gourmet Yarn Co. will follow the Public School closings. If your class is cancelled, either the class will be made up at a later date or your money will be refunded.�

Visitor/Baby/Cell-phone No-No: Please do not bring visitors or children to class. If you must bring your cellular phone, please keep it off during class as a courtesy to the teacher and other class members. We are happy to let you kow if you have an emergency call. If you are feeling ill, please be respectful of your fellow classmates and shop personnel.

Note:� Please, mark your calendar when you sign up for classes. We do not make reminder calls. If there is a change in the scheduled class, we will try to contact you. If a class is cancelled, we will let you know.�

The Gourmet Yarn Co.

9638 N. May Avenue

@ the Collonade

Oklahoma City, OK� 73120

405.286.3737

405.286.3791 fax

E-mail:� bliss@gourmetyarnco.com