We teach two beginning knitting workshops:

Just the Basics (101) will teach you the knit and purl stitch and you will create a scarf.

In Beyond the Basics (102) you will expand on your knowledge of the knit and purl stitch and learn how to cast on, bind off, yarn over, I-cord and seaming as you make a hat.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 

Just the Basics (101) ~ None

Beyond the Basics (102) ~ prior knowledge of the knit stitch and purl stitch.

TECHNIQUES LEARNED: 

Just the Basics (101) ~ Cast-on, Knit, Purl.

Beyond the Basics (102) ~ Introduction to gauge, increases, decreases, finishing techniques, correcting common mistakes.

MATERIALS REQUIRED:

US8 24" circular needle; US8 double-point needles; tapestry needle, T-pins, 200 yards worsted weight yarn in a light, solid color.

CLASS COST:

Just the Basics (101): $40 for two one and a half -hour sessions with Sandra. Saturday sessions available with Alison.

Beyond Basics (102): $50 for three two-hour sessions with Sandra

DATES AND TIMES:

Just the Basics (101) JUNE 1ST & 8TH ~ 12:30PM UNTIL 2PM 
Just the Basics (101) JUNE 3RD & 10TH ~ 12:30PM UNTIL 2PM SOLD OUT!
Beyond Basics (102) JUNE 1ST, 8TH & 15TH ~ 10AM UNTIL 12 NOON 
Beyond Basics (102) JUNE 1ST, 8TH & 15TH ~ 5:30PM UNTIL 7:30PM 

Just the Basics (101) JULY 1ST & 8TH ~ 12:30PM UNTIL 2PM
Just the Basics (101) JULY 6TH & 13TH ~ 12:30PM UNTIL 2PM 
Beyond Basics (102) JULY 6TH, 13TH & 20TH ~ 10AM UNTIL 12 NOON 
Beyond Basics (102) JULY 6TH, 13TH & 20TH ~ 5:30PM UNTIL 7:30PM 

Just the Basics (101) AUGUST 3RD & 10TH ~ 12:30PM UNTIL 2PM 
Just the Basics (101) AUGUST 5TH & 12TH ~ 12:30PM UNTIL 2PM
Beyond Basics (102) AUGUST 3RD, 10TH & 17TH ~ 10AM UNTIL 12 NOON 
Beyond Basics (102) AUGUST 3RD, 10TH & 17TH ~ 5:30PM UNTIL 7:30PM 

Just the Basics (101) SEPTEMBER 7TH & 14TH ~ 12:30PM UNTIL 2PM 
Just the Basics (101) SEPTEMBER 2ND & 3RD ~ 12:30PM UNTIL 2PM
Beyond Basics (102) SEPTEMBER 7TH, 14TH & 21ST ~ 10AM UNTIL 12 NOON 
Beyond Basics (102) SEPTEMBER 7TH, 14TH & 21ST ~ 5:30PM UNTIL 7:30PM 

Just the Basics (101) SEPTEMBER 29TH & OCTOBER 5TH ~ 12:30PM UNTIL 2PM 
Just the Basics (101) OCTOBER 7TH & 14TH ~ 12:30PM UNTIL 2PM
Beyond Basics (102) SEPTEMBER 28TH, OCTOBER 5TH & 19TH ~ 10AM UNTIL 12 NOON 
Beyond Basics (102) SEPTEMBER 28TH, OCTOBER 5TH & 19TH ~ 5:30PM UNTIL 7:30PM 

Just the Basics (101) NOVEMBER 2ND & 9TH ~ 12:30PM UNTIL 2PM
Just the Basics (101) NOVEMBER 4TH & 11TH ~ 12:30PM UNTIL 2PM
Beyond Basics (102) NOVEMBER 2ND, 9TH & 16TH ~ 10AM UNTIL 12 NOON 
Beyond Basics (102) NOVEMBER 2ND, 9TH & 16TH ~ 5:30PM UNTIL 7:30PM 

Just the Basics (101) DECEMBER 7TH & 14TH ~ 12:30PM UNTIL 2PM
Just the Basics (101) DECEMBER 2ND & 9TH ~ 12:30PM UNTIL 2PM  
Beyond Basics (102) DECEMBER 7TH, 14TH & 21ST ~ 10AM UNTIL 12 NOON 
Beyond Basics (102) DECEMBER 7TH, 14TH & 21ST ~ 5:30PM UNTIL 7:30PM 

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Ready to knit your first sweater? Or challenge yourself with a technique you haven’t attempted before? This is the class for you!

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 

Basic knitting (cast on, knit, purl)

TECHNIQUES LEARNED: 

Selecting appropriate materials, swatching, gauge, pattern reading, and finishing

MATERIALS REQUIRED: 

Pattern, needles, and yarn of your choice

SUGGESTED PROJECTS: 

Wonderful Wallaby, Baby J Cardigan, Garter Cardi

CLASS COST: $50 for three two-hour sessions with Shayron

DATES AND TIMES:

ALL OF JUNE 2023 SESSIONS ARE SOLD OUT

JULY 3RD, JULY 10TH & 17TH ~ NOON UNTIL 2PM

AUGUST 7TH, 14TH & 21ST ~
NOON UNTIL 2PM

SEPT 11TH, 18TH & 25TH ~
9AM UNTIL 11AM
SEPT 11TH, 18TH & 25TH ~
NOON UNTIL 2PM

OCT 2ND, 16TH & 23RD ~
9AM UNTIL 11AM
OCT 2ND, 16TH & 23RD ~
NOON UNTIL 2PM

OCT 30TH, NOV 6TH & 13TH ~ 9AM UNTIL 11AM
OCT 30TH, NOV 6TH & 13TH ~
NOON UNTIL 2PM

DEC 4TH, 11TH & 18TH ~
9AM UNTIL 11AM
DEC 4TH, 11TH & 18TH ~
NOON UNTIL 2PM

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Learn the various methods of seaming, Kitchener stitch, picking up stitches and weaving in ends.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 

Basic knitting (cast on, knit, purl)

TECHNIQUES LEARNED: 

Various ways of seaming, Kitchener stitch, picking up stitches and weaving in ends.

HOMEWORK REQUIRED:

Here's what you'll need to show up with

• Stockinette swatches (make three total)
  (1) cast on 20 stitches and work in stockinette approximately 3 or 4 inches. Bind off.
  (2) Cast on 20 stitches and work in stockinette stitch for 2 inches. Bind off.
  (3) Cast on 10 stitches and work in stockinette stitch for 3 inches. Bind off.
• Garter swatch (make one) – cast on 20 stitches and knit approximately 3 or 4 inches. Bind off.
• 1x1 Ribbing swatch (make one) – cast on 20 stitches and knit approximately 1.5 to 2 inches (k1p1). Bind off.
• 2x2 Ribbing swatch (make one) – cast on 22 stitches and knit approximately 1.5 to 2 inches (k2p2). Bind off.
• 3-needle bind off (make two) – cast on 20 stitches and work in stockinette for approximately 1.5 inches to 2 inches. Leave stitches on the needles.

CLASS COST: $40 for one two-hour session with Kendall

DATES AND TIMES:

AUGUST 19TH ~ 10AM UNTIL NOON

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Let's face it: we ALL make mistakes when we knit. We drop a stitch or forget a yarnover and don't see it until the next row...and sometimes we're not quiiiite sure how to fix it! If this sounds a little too familiar to you, you need to take this class!

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 

Basic knitting (cast on, knit, purl)

TECHNIQUES LEARNED: 

Fixing a dropped stitch in garter, stockinette (on the knit and purl side), and how to correct mistakes at the beginning and end of a row. You will also learn how to fix missed yarnovers and missed decreases

HOMEWORK REQUIRED: 

Arrive with three completed 4" x 4" swatches knit in a smooth, light-colored, worsted-weight yarn.

• Swatch 1: garter, do not bind off, leave on a needle. Leave yarn attached!
• Swatch 2 & 3: stockinette, do not bind off, leave on needle. Leave yarn attached!

Kendall recommends that swatches be worked on circular needles.

CLASS COST: 

$40 for one two-hour session with Kendall

DATES AND TIMES:

AUGUST 12TH ~ 10AM UNTIL NOON.

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Make your own Pyramid! An in-store guided KAL happening June 17th, June 24th, July 1st & July 8th with Alison. Four consecutive Saturdays from 10am until noon ($80); call the store to reserve your spot! 615-354-1007

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Beginning Socks on Two Circs class!

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 

Basic knitting (cast on, knit, purl)

TECHNIQUES LEARNED: 

Knitting in the round on two circs

MATERIALS REQUIRED:  

Two skeins Deluxe Stripes or Raggi, two 16" OR two 24" US 5 needles, darning needle, purchase your Boot Camp Sock pattern via Ravelry!

CLASS COST: $65 for three sessions with Leah

DATES AND TIMES:

NOT CURRENTLY SCHEDULED

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Learn stranded colorwork that's allllmost Fair Isle! You'll make this cowl that's as pretty on the inside as it is on the outside. Don't be afraid...the yarn does most of the work for you!

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 

Basic knitting (cast on, knit, purl)

TECHNIQUES LEARNED: 

Simple color work

HOMEWORK REQUIRED: 

Arrive at class with 120 stitches cast on with Main Color using smaller needles. Join in the round and work *k1, p1* ribbing for 5 rounds.

TOOLS: 

16" US8 and US10 circular needles; Circular needles may be fixed but if you already own an interchangeable set, you may find using them ideal to manage your project.

PATTERN: 

DOWNLOAD pattern from Ravelry and PRINT prior to class.

MATERIALS: 

One skein Malabrigo Rios, and One skein Spincycle Dream State, stitch markers.

CLASS COST: $45 for one 4-hour session with Leah

DATES AND TIMES:

NOT CURRENTLY SCHEDULED

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Private Lessons can be scheduled at Haus of Yarn. We're happy to work with your child on a one-on-one basis to give them a terriffc introduction to the world of knitting!

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 

No prior knitting knowledge is necessary, but children must be able to tie their own shoes! Recommended for ages 8 and older.

CONTACT:

Please email admin@hausofyarn.com to request a private lesson.

PRICE: $25 for an hour-long session with Alison

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