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City Knits Needs YOU!
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January 2009
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Catherine Ferguson Academy for Young Women Needs Our Help!
By request, Loretta Gadson (Staff-originally at the Guardian store) is teaching 12 young ladies how to knit and crochet 2 times a week, so that they may make garments for their children and benefit from the joy of crafting and gain another skill towards the goal of self sufficiency. The girls are excited to learn and determined to do a good job. However, Loretta tearfully reported that " ..some do not all have proper outerwear for themselves and/or their children." They take the buses with their children to the academy. It is really cold out there! These young ladies are proud and determined to make a good life for themselves and their children. "Charity" is not a word they would like used in reference to them. So, we are going to help from a distance, with tact and compassion. Loretta has won their trust and will make sure that the donations are accepted in the spirit of sharing and caring.
Impromptu MLK Day Knit-In 10-4PM Fisher Building
Make hats and mittens for the girls and babies. Pizza and Pop provided.
Donations Accepted at both City Knits locations until January 31, 2009. Please act fast!!! Clean, almost new and/or tidy coats, parkas, buntings, snowsuits, hats, mittens, snow boots, and any other cold weather gear for the children and their mothers.
Yarn donations for the girls greatly appreciated. Superwash wool would be the kindest thing in your stash that you might part with. Monetary donations also accepted - every single dime will go the training and transportation.
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Special Events
Mt. Clemens
Fire and Ice Festival The Mount Clemens Fire and Ice Chili Cook Off - Thurs. Jan. 29 in the evening. For more info, customers can go to the Mount Clemens DDA website http://www.downtownmountclemens.com Super Bowl - Social KnittingSuperbowl Social Knitting will be on Sunday Feb. 1 from 12-4 pm. There is limited space left, so please call to register. Cost is $5, which can be deducted from your purchases that day. Social SpinningSocial Spinning Session on the first Friday of the month from 6-8 pm. The cost is $5, which can be used toward a purchase that evening. Special Events
Fisher Building
Martin Luther King Day Knit-In
10AM - 4PM See above. Socialize and knit for charity. Pizza and Pop provided.
Inauguration Day
Tuesday - Streamed coverage of this historic event!
Super Bowl Social & Charity Knitting
Sunday Feb 1. from 12-4pm. Cost is $5., which can be applied to a purchase or contribution to Catherine Ferguson Academy for Young Women.
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 Yarn of the MONTH +
Now through End of February....
25% Off Chunky and Super Chunky Yarns.Your chance to get something done quickly while it is still cold. Be ready for this Michigan Spring. Think..... Sherpa Coat, hats, scarves, etc. Lots of examples and suggestions at each location.  Bonus - Berroco Suede Buy 2 - get 1 freeNo coupon necessary!
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WINTER CLASS SCHEDULE
FISHER BUILDING
SPECIAL CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
Crettia Crochet Hat Workshop - Sundays January 25, February 1 & 8, 11am to 1pm
Have you admired the hats displayed for sale in the front window of City Knits Fisher Building crocheted/designed by Crettia? City Knits is proud to announce that Crettia will be conducting a workshop that will be held starting Sunday January 25th. It will be held the next 2 consecutive Sundays. Designed for intermediate crocheters who have completed at least one hat and are comfortable with single/double crochet. The workshop will only have 8 students therefore sign up quickly. Please purchase your yarn before the workshop so we can wind the yarn for you. Sundays January 25, February 1 & 8, 11am to 1pm. COST: $60 plus materials (2 skeins of Kertzer Butterfly Super 10 Cotton) plus crochet hook
Two Sox on Circs with Karen
Tired of orphanitis<lots of single socks>? Karen will be teaching intermediate sock knitters how to make 2 sox at the same time on circular needles: Toe up or Cuff down: your choice..Class project will be a pair of child size sox with big yarn for quick completion. First Sessions on Wednesdays in January. Sessions 2&3 will be offered Thursdays afternoons from 2-4 pm & evenings from 6- 8 pm.
New date & day for Session 1: Wednesdays: Jan. 15, 22 & 29.;
Session 2: Thursdays Feb. 19, March 5, March 12
Session 3 Thursdays March 26, April 9, April 16
COST: 3 classes only $40 plus materials (City Knits supplies only please!)10% discount on yarn.
Learn to Spin with Holly White : Drop Spindle & Wheel
This four week introduction is designed to "draw" you into Holly's passion (you'll get the pun after you've taken the class). These are the topics Holly will cover:
Week 1: -Introduction to spinning wool using wire technique; drop spindles explained; pre-drafting and drafting; Z-twist and S-twist; hands-on practice with drop spindle; wheel spinning demo & plying yarn made in class.
Week 2: Hands-on practice with spinning wheels and drop spindle; spinning wheels explained; ply yarn made in class, or reserve singles yarn for end project
Week 3: Hands-on practice with spinning wheels and drop spindles; making 2-plied yarn; Navajo plying.
Week 4: Hands-on practice with spinning wheels and drop spindles; finishing techniques; wrap up and review
COST: $45 for 4 two hour classes, plus supplies & materials purchased from City Knits. Drop spindle tool kit $39.50. Wool roving to spin approx $25. Recommended texts are also available for purchase.
Enroll for January spinning sessions and pay only $40 for the class.
Learn to Weave with Ruth on a 4 Harness Loom
In three 7 hour Saturday sessions, Ruth will assist you in designing your first project, selecting colors for the warp and weft (and teaching you what the heck warp and weft are), calculating and winding the warp, dressing the loom, weaving the fabric, and tying it off when the weaving is finished. As you finish your first project, Ruth will guide you through preliminary planning for your next project.
Session 1: Saturdays, 10 am to 6 pm. January 10, 17, & 24, finish by Jan. 31.
Session 2: Saturdays, 10 am to 6 pm. March 14, 21, & 28, finish by March 31.
Students should dress in layers, as the studio can get rather warm, and bring their lunch, because weekend food options are limited in the Fisher Building.
COST: $150 includes instruction, all materials and studio time over four weeks to finish weaving the project. Space is very limited (we only have three looms), so reserve your slot today. Enroll for the January Session and receive an introductory rate of only $135.
Private Lessons: By appointment only or create your own group class/topic. We can arrange a private lesson to fit your schedule! $25/hour.
Fisher Building Weekly Class Offerings
Tuesday: 2-4pm & 6-8pm Knitting with Rita
Wednesday: 11:30-1:30pm Lunchtime Knitting with Rita 2-4pm Learn to Knit with Rita
Wednesday: 6-8pm Design Lab with Karen
Thursday: 3:30-6:00pm Great Aran & American Afghan Knit-a-long
Thursday: 5-8pm Sox-in-the-City with Desi (Not Just Socks!!)
Thursday: 6-8pm Crochet with Nozibele
Friday: 5:30-8pm 'Unwind with Linda'
Saturday: 10:15-12:15 Intermediate Knitting (1st,2nd & 3rd Saturday)
Saturday:10:30-12:30 Learn to Knit with Desi
Saturday: 1-3pm Your First Basic Sweater with Desi
Saturday: 1-1:45pm Kidz Stitch Too w/ Nozibele & 2-4pm Adult Crochet To Register call City Knits Fisher Building at 313.872.9665
Class Descriptions:
Learn to Knit has four introductory projects specially developed by Karen to teach new knitters the most skills in the least time. Initially you will learn to cast on, knit, purl, identify and fix problems, and cast off as you create a sampler scarf. Projects illistrate cast-ons, increases and decreases, invisible seams, eye cord, buttonholes, cabling, seed stitch and slipped stitch edges. Aggressive Beginners can even start their first sweater that will knit all these new skills together. Students may repeat this beginner series. Registration Required. COST: $60/6 sessions OR $15/session plus materials.
Wednesday Lunchtime Learn to Knit with Rita Pick the hour 11:30 & 2. $40.00/6 one-hour sessions or $8.00 per each.
Design Lab with Karen No one is more able to help you meet that goal. We haven't found a technique that Karen couldn't find the best/better way to do it. Tackle one of Karen's designs or learn the skills need to start designing your unique one-of-a-kind garments. Intermediate Skills required. Weds 6-8pm Registration preferred. $60/6 sessions or $15/plus materials.
Learn to Crochet with Nozibele Learn how to make chain stitch, single, double crochet and to read basic patterns to create unique items. Chose a project and be guided to completion. Registration Required. $60/6 sessions OR $15/session plus materials.
Sox-in-the-City with Desi (Not just socks) Learn the fundamentals of sock construction, master double-pointed needles and gussets. Work up to the two-at-a-time methods. Not quite ready for sock? Mittens, gloves, hats, etc. welcome. $60/6 Sessions or $15/session plus materials. Don't need a lesson? NO CHARGE
Unwind with Linda - Featured guests on Knit and Crochet Today. Always welcoming, no cliques, rousing conversations, and sometimes rowdy. Need help - $10/session. Self-sufficient social stitching - NO CHARGE
Your First Basic Sweater (Yes, you are ready.) You've learned the basic knit and purl. If you have mastered the basic knit and purl stitch. You are ready to expand your capabilities. You may choose from 4 to 6 various patterns.
1-3 PM with Desi
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Kids Stitch, Too with Nozibele Shorter time for shorter attention spans. Any child 7 years-of-age, or older. $8.00/session
Great Aran and/or American Afghan Knit-along (starts February 12). An instructor will be available to instruct on each square. Lesson $10 a session. Don't need instruction = NO CHARGE
Drop In and Knit at Lunch Knit while eating! Bring lunch & drop in any Tuesday, or Friday from 11-1pm. NO CHARGE
City
Knits Policies: Payment in full is required at the time of class
registration. Students are expected to purchase their materials from
City Knits. 10% discount given on yarn purchased for class projects.
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WINTER SCHEDULE
Mt. Clemens
Weekly Classes:
Monday: 4-6 & 6-8pm Knitting w/ Sandie
Tuesday :12-2pm with Shelly
Tuesday: 6-8pm Learn to Crochet
Tuesday: 6-8pm Knitting w/ Sandie
Wednesday: 12-2PM Lunch time knitting w/Sandie
Wednesday: 6-8pm Intermediate Knitting with Amy
Thursday: 6-8pm Knitting with Shelly
Friday: 6-8pm Sock Club (second Friday)
Friday: 6-9pm Friday Unwind (3rd Friday)
Saturday: 10-12pm Learn to Knit
To Register call Mt. Clemens 586-469-9665
Monthly Events:
Sunday afternoon Knit (1st Sunday) Social Knitting!
For a small fee of $5.00, come in and stitch with us from Noon to 4:00 on the first Sunday of the Month.
Lots of fun for a small fee. Call 586.469.9665 to prepay and reserve your spot today!
Sock Club (second Friday)
Lots of fun for a small fee. Call 586.469.9665 to prepay and reserve your spot today!
Friday Unwind (3rd Friday)
Third Friday of each month from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. A $5.00 non-refundable deposit is required which will go toward your purchase that evening. Lots of fun for a small fee. Call 586.469.9665 to prepay and reserve your spot today!
Additional Offerings:
The Princess Aurora Aran Sweater- an Original Design
Instructor - Sandie Oden
This beautiful sweater designed by City Knits instructor, Sandie Oden is even more beautiful when knitted up in Karabella's Aurora 8 yarn. Stop in the Mt. Clemens store to see this lovely sweater. Tuition is $60. Register early and select your yarn to ensure sufficient yardage will be available for the class.
Check Web site for developing courses, e.g.
Changing Seasons Felted Purse
Yakama Jacket - featured in KnitScene
The Big Thaw Pullover - featured in KnitScene
Mitered Square Vest - featured in Creative Knitting
Knitter's Math: De-mystified
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KNIT MICHIGAN
Knit Michigan - Feb. 7, 2009
Supporting Michigan Cancer Organizations
Saturday 2-7-09
General Public 10am - 3pm
Marathon 7am-9:30pm
Hosted by Academy of the Sacred Hear, 1250 Kensington Road
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
City Knits will be there.
We'll be bringing just a few of
Our Favorite Things!
Karen's Favorite Designs
Karen is going to showcase her designs and instruct knitters how to do the "lifted twill" stitch that she invented. Imagine that....after all these years and hundreds of stitch patterns out there.... there was still one as yet undiscovered! This stitch was introdused to the world of knitting through Interweave Knits. Many other original designs will be available as well, e.g. I-cord twill hat, Christina's capelet, brioche rib scarf and hat, tam, etc.
Rita's Favorite Wrap from Vogue Winter 2007/8 and Sweater.
P.S. Rita will have her first design published in a pattern book by Misti Alpaca, it debuts this Spring.
Amy's Wellesley -A Seven Sister Cabled Hat and Matching Scarf.
Such a hit on Campus that they keep getting misplaced (Hummm.....Girls at Wellesley Don't Steal do they???) -
Free with purchase of Handpainted Chunky Misti.
An updated and improved version of the pattern is available to those who received the Beta Version.
email: admin@cityknits.com
Mary Beth's Purse Kits. Sparkles and Spanges suitable for evening wear, or tone them down for everyday use. Watch for her beaded/felted purses later this month, it's so cool!!
Brenda's favorite Noni Felted Purses. See her versions. All of the hardware is in stock.
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Apply Now
City Knits is always interested in hearing from qualified teachers of knitting and crochet. Sample knitters are often needed. Also, a consignment boutique with high-quality items are now being accepted at the Fisher Building location.
Call for an appointment. Plan on bringing a recent resume, swatches, examples, photos, patterns, etc. to meet with Amy H., Manager
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Owner,
Karen Kendrick-Hands
313-872-9665
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