CrafterNights & CrafterNoons

CLASS REGISTRATION & CANCELLATION POLICY

·  If you would prefer to register over the phone instead of online, call Knit Dallas at 214.758.0349 with credit card information to secure your spot.  Full payment is needed to reserve your spot.

·     If you need to cancel, you will receive a full refund if you cancel 5 days prior to the start of the first class.  Otherwise, cancellations and no-shows are not refundable.

·  If you must miss a class, contact your instructor for individual makeup arrangements.

·  Classes may be canceled in the event of insufficient sign-ups (less than three students).  If we cancel a class, you will be notified three days before the start of the first class by phone & will be given a full refund.

·  Please email info@knitdallas.com or call us at 214.758.0349 if you would like to be added to a waiting list when classes sell out. We will let you know if spaces become available. Please also note that our waiting lists do not roll over to the next scheduled classes.

Braid-O-Rama: Latvian Braids & Variations with Ann Weaver
Braid-O-Rama: Latvian Braids & Variations with Ann Weaver

Braid-O-Rama: Latvian Braids & Variations with Ann Weaver

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Braid-O-Rama: Latvian Braids and Variations

In this workshop, participants will learn how to work Latvian braids and multiple variations using the technique: braids with long floats, clumps of braids, multiple-color braids, dense layers of braids, and a twisted two-color cast-on. Students will leave the workshop with a host of techniques and inspiration for braiding!


Skills needed: Knitting, purling, knitting in the round on a circular needle, basic stranded knitting (knitting with two colors per round)


Techniques covered:
  • Twisted two-color cast-on
  • Braids!!! SO MANY BRAIDS!
Materials needed:
  • US Size 6 24-inch circular needle.
  • One stitch marker.
  • Worsted-weight yarn in five colors, approximately 100 yards of each. You can mix and matchdifferent worsted-weight yarns if you like!
  • A copy of the pattern Braid-o-Rama (available for purchase online through Ravelry for $5)
Homework: None! Come with two colors of yarn wound, ready to knit, or arrive to class 15 to 30 minutes early to choose yarns and have them wound. I’ll be available for color consultations during this time!

CLASS DATE/TIME:
Saturday, April 1st
Time – 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Call 214-758-0349 with questions. Class size limited to 15 participants.

Color Theory and Log Cabin Knitting: The Albers Cowl with Ann Weaver
Color Theory and Log Cabin Knitting: The Albers Cowl with Ann Weaver

Color Theory and Log Cabin Knitting: The Albers Cowl with Ann Weaver

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Color Theory and Log Cabin Knitting: The Albers Cowl

Whether doing stranded knitting, intarsia, stripes, or modular patterns, knitters are constantly faced with color choices. The Albers Cowl, one of my designs, is a perfect opportunity to experiment with color by using small amounts of yarn and simple techniques. The goals of this workshop are to expand the knitter’s color vocabulary and confidence in color combination choices and to teach Log Cabin knitting techniques like picking up and knitting stitches.

This workshop will present the basics of color theory—including lightness, hue, and complimentary colors—from a fine art perspective. Each student will receive a color wheel for future use. The interactions of color will be explored through both a presentation of examples in fine art, popular culture, and graphic design and a show of my many projects that use and demonstrate principles of color theory.

After a discussion of color theory, the workshop will focus on the Albers Cowl. Knitters will learn how to measure gauge in garter stitch, neatly pick up stitches from both horizontal and vertical edges, and keep it all really square. If time allows, the workshop will also cover the sewn bind off and mattress stitch (used to join the three squares of the Albers Cowl). Although the only stitch used is the knit stitch, this class is a great chance for knitters to learn and improve finishing techniques while beginning an Albers project.


Skills needed:

Casting on and knitting garter stitch; experience knitting with fine (fingering- weight) yarn on small needles


Materials needed:
  • Albers Cowl pattern, available on Ravelry for $5.
  • US Size 2 straight or circular needles (any length).
  • Fingering weight yarn for the first square (at least two colors).
  • In preparation: Knitters should have the center square of one of the cowl blocks completed.

Homework:  Knit the center square of one of the blocks (cast on 30 sts and knit 59 rows, then bind off).

CLASS DATE/TIME:

Saturday, April 1st
Time – 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Call 214-758-0349 with questions. Class size limited to 15 participants.

Introduction to Brioche Stitch with Ann Weaver

Introduction to Brioche Stitch with Ann Weaver

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Introduction to Brioche Stitch

Intrigued by brioche stitch projects but intimidated or confused by instructions? In this workshop, you’ll learn one-color and two-color brioche stitch. After two hours of doing brioche, you will feel like a master and will be ready to take on more complex brioche projects if you like. The workshop includes a detailed photo tutorial on working brioche stitch and suggestions for avoiding and fixing mistakes in brioche stitch. We also will discuss how colors interact in brioche stitch.The workshop is based on the Rothko Cowl pattern, which showcases the interactions among three colors in brioche stitch.

Skills needed:
Knitting, purling, and working in the round

Techniques covered:
One-color and two-color brioche stitch, lifelines, and color interactions in brioche

Materials needed:
  • Three colors of worsted-weight yarn: 100 yards, 150 yards, and 200 yards
  • 24-inch circular needles in Size 6, 7, and 8. We will use only the Size 8 in class.
  • Stitch marker
  • A copy of the pattern Rothko Cowl (available for purchase online through Ravelry for $5)
  • Tapestry needle (for lifelines and troubleshooting)

Homework: Come with at least one color of yarn wound, ready to knit! If you would like to choose your second and third colors at the shop after you see examples of color interaction, no problem! Or, bring a bunch of yarns from your stash.

CLASS DATE/TIME:

Sunday, April 2nd
Time – 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Call 214-758-0349 with questions. Class size limited to 15 participants.

Mend and Embellish with Ann Weaver
Mend and Embellish with Ann Weaver
Mend and Embellish with Ann Weaver
Mend and Embellish with Ann Weaver

Mend and Embellish with Ann Weaver

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Mend and Embellish

Curious about methods to fix knit fabric? Intrigued by visible mending? Interested in adding duplicate stitch to knit fabric? In this workshop, you’ll learn all these skills. We’ll start with an overview of mending techniques, including darning and patching. Then, we’ll cover a few simple ways to add both strength and beauty to fabric, including duplicate stitch. You can apply what you learn to many types of fabrics, not just handknits!


Skills needed:

Picking up stitches, weaving in ends


Skills Learned:

Darning, knit patches, duplicate stitch


Materials needed:
  • Tapestry needle (be sure your needle has a blunt end)
  • US Size 2 or 3 double-pointed needles
  • Darning egg or mushroom (you can also use a lightbulb!)
  • A variety of odds and ends of fingering-weight yarn
  • Scissors
  • Knit fabric with holes!

Homework: None!

CLASS DATE/TIME:

Sunday, April 2nd
Time – 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Call 214-758-0349 with questions. Class size limited to 15 participants.

Toe-Up Socks on Magic Loop with Ashley: March 28; April 4, 11, 18
Toe-Up Socks on Magic Loop with Ashley: March 28; April 4, 11, 18

Toe-Up Socks on Magic Loop with Ashley: March 28; April 4, 11, 18

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Description

Learn how to knit toe-up socks with a gusset and heel-flap using the magic loop method! Easy, seamless, customizable, and rewarding!

Pattern: teacher’s own, will be emailed one week before the start of the class. If you want a custom fit and don’t mind math, try Sockmatician’s Toe-Ups.

Skill Level: Intermediate- must know how to knit in the round, knit, purl, increase, decrease

Techniques You’ll Learn: magic loop, Turkish cast-on, German short rows, stretchy bind-off

CLASS DATES/TIMES:

Tuesdays: March 28; April 4, 11, 18
Time: 2:00-4:00 pm

Materials Required*:

  • Pattern (digital or printed)
  • approx. 400 yards of fingering weight sock yarn
  • 32" US 1 circular needles (or size needed to obtain gauge)
  • Tapestry needle
  • Stitch markers (removable)
  • Measuring tape
  • Scissors
  • Crochet hook/stitch fixer (optional)
  • Sock blockers (optional)

Yarn Available In Store: 

  • John Arbon Exmoor 
  • Neighborhood Fiber Co. Studio Sock
  • Madelinetosh Sock
  • Manos del Uruguay Alegría

Other Yarn Recommendations:

  • Retrosaria Mondim
  • Rico Superba
  • Cascade Heritage
  • Schachenmayr Regia
  • Opal KFS
  • Berroco Sox
  • Amano Chaski
  • Plymouth Happy Feet 100

*10% off materials purchased at Knit Dallas for the class.

Call 214-758-0349 with questions. Class size limited to 8 participants.

Cuff-Down Socks on DPNs with Christine: March 29; April 5, 12, 19
Cuff-Down Socks on DPNs with Christine: March 29; April 5, 12, 19
Cuff-Down Socks on DPNs with Christine: March 29; April 5, 12, 19
Cuff-Down Socks on DPNs with Christine: March 29; April 5, 12, 19

Cuff-Down Socks on DPNs with Christine: March 29; April 5, 12, 19

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Description

In this class we will learn how to knit a sock from the cuff down using double-point needles. We will work through all of the elements of sock construction together, answering your questions and troubleshooting along the way.

We will work on the Estonian cast-on, knitting in the round, working a heel flap and gusset, picking up stitches, decreasing, and the Kitchener Stitch.

Skill Level: Intermediate- must know how to knit in the round, knit, purl, increase, decrease

CLASS DATES/TIMES:

Wedesdays: March 29; April 5, 12, 19
Time: 10:30am-12:00pm

Materials Required*:

  • HandKnit Home Everyday Sock Pattern by Christine Angelos (on Etsy and Ravelry)
  • 1 skein of sock yarn, wound into a ball
  • US 1.5 Double Pointed Needles

Yarn Available In Store: 

  • John Arbon Exmoor 
  • Neighborhood Fiber Co. Studio Sock
  • Madelinetosh Sock
  • Manos del Uruguay Alegría

*10% off materials purchased at Knit Dallas for the class.

Call 214-758-0349 with questions. Class size limited to 8 participants.

Cloudesley Tee by Isabell Kraemer Class with Sherry Smith

Cloudesley Tee by Isabell Kraemer Class with Sherry Smith

Regular price$100.00
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Description

Cloudesley is worked seamlessly from the top down using the contiguous set-in sleeve method to shape the shoulders and sleeve caps. First, increases are worked on both RS and WS rows to final shoulder width, while setting up the slip stitch pattern band for the back.  The sleeve caps are worked simultaneously with the V-Neck shaping to sleeve separation. Then the body is worked top down in rounds to the bottom, where a slip stitch pattern band is added to the front. Sleeves are worked top down in rounds. Neck finishing is worked last.

CLASS DATES/TIMES:

Saturdays: March 4, 18, April 15, 29

Time – 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

SKILL LEVEL:

Intermediate - Must know how to knit and purl.  Will learn how to knit cables.

Call 214-758-0349 with questions. Class size limited to 8 participants. 10% Discount on yarn purchased at Knit Dallas for this class.