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News from Double Ewe
January 29, 2012
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Tap tap...hello...are you still there? Remember me? It's been a while since we've talked...er...since I've written. Sorry about that! The last time I wrote was before Christmas, and here we are, at the end of January already. Yikes! The problem with slacking on the newsletter is, when I finally get it done, there's SO much stuff to cover. Then I worry you'll overload you with info and miss a bunch of it. So, today I'm going to focus on our upcoming classes. Then, later this week, I'm going to share with you what's new in the shop and what's been on (and off) my needles in a separate email. Sound ok? So, here we go!
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Classes
For our current classes, please visit our website. For a printable version of this schedule, click here.
To register for a class: stop in, send an email to kelly@double-ewe-yarn.com, or call 763-780-2465. Payment in full guarantees your spot in the class - if you can't get to the shop before the class starts, you can hold your spot by calling with a credit card. If you need to cancel, please notify us as soon as possible in case there's a waiting list. If you notify us at least 24 hours before the first class starts, your fees will be refunded. Class fees do not include materials unless noted.
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Knitting with Nancy Lindberg
Well known designer and teacher Nancy Lindberg is now available three times a week at Double Ewe! Nancy has been teaching knitting for 35 years, and her popular patterns have been sold in yarn shops throughout the country for 15 years. Take advantage of this great resource at Double Ewe; challenge yourself and choose any project - Nancy's expert advice will help you through it.
Tuesday: afternoons, 1:00 - 3:00, February 14th - March 20th
Wednesday: evenings, 6:00 - 8:00, February 15th - March 21st
Thursday: lunchtime, 11:30 - 1:30, February 16th - March 22nd
Cost: $60 per six week session
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Two at a Time Toe Up Socks
Back by popular demand! Have you heard of Second Sock Syndrome? It's an affliction many of us come down with immediately after finishing a hand knit sock. The main symptom is a total lack of desire to knit its mate. Many knitters have succumbed to SSS, and they have piles of single socks to show for it. But there is a cure: knitting two identical socks at the same time. There is hope; come and learn.
When: Saturday afternoons, February 4 - 18 (3 weeks)
Time: 1:00 - 3:00
Instructor: Tami
Cost: $30 plus materials
Materials: 100 grams of sock yarn. One pair of 16" circulars and one pair of 24" circulars in the size of your choice (size 1 - 2 recommended for sock yarn). The book Knitting More Circles Around Socks is helpful and is available for purchase, but it's not required.
Skills needed: basic knitting skills including increasing, decreasing. You'll be knitting using fairly fine yarn and small needles, but if you prefer to learn using a heavier weight yarn such as worsted and larger needles, that's an option as well.
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Crochet Hot Pad Flowers
How cool are these!? Learn to make these clever flower trivets. Check out the samples at the shop - they're even cuter in real life. This could be a great stashbuster. Skills needed: single crochet, double crochet, chain stitch.
When: Wednesdays, February 22nd - February 29th (2 weeks)
Time: 6:00 - 8:00
Instructor: Michelle
Cost: $20
Materials: Worsted or chunky yarn. Large flower takes about 80 yards of a chunky yarn, and the small version takes about 70 yards of worsted weight yarn. Samples were made with Eco Plus from Cascade and Plymouth Encore. Hook size I or H, respectively.
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Magic Loop with...Fried Chicken Mittens!
What the heck are Fried Chicken Mittens?! In this clever and humorous pattern, Ellen Mason declares that thumbs look like pieces of fried chicken...and by golly, they do. Do double pointed needles drive you nuts? There are several alternatives, and Magic Loop is a very popular one. Learn the Magic Loop technique while knitting a pair of mittens with fully-fitted thumbs: mittens which hug the thumb's curves and move without stressing the rest of the mitten. Ingenious! In this one-session, three hour class, you won't be able to complete your mittens (unless you're amazing!), but you'll get a good start on them. Skill level: intermediate.
When: Saturday, February 25th (one three-hour session)
Time: 1:00 - 4:00
Instructor: Ann
Cost: $15
Materials: 1 - 2 skeins Lamb's Pride Worsted or Lanaloft worsted. One 40" size US 8 circular needle (or size needed to obtain gauge). Locking stitch markers or safety pins.
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Tunisian Crochet
Another crochet technique! Sometimes called Afghan Stitch, Tunisian crochet is considered by many to be a cross between knitting and crochet. The distinctive fabric created by this technique looks almost woven instead of either knitted or crocheted. Tunisian crochet can be used in many projects: scarves, shawls, blankets, hats, sweaters, etc. Skills needed: chain, single crochet.
When: Wednesdays, March 14th - 21st (2 weeks)
Time: 6:00 - 8:00
Instructor: Michelle
Cost: $20
Materials: Approximately 100 grams worsted weight yarn and a Tunisian crochet hook about size G - H.
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Knitting 101: Beginning Knitting
Have you always wanted to learn to knit? Did you miss our January session? Now's the time to jump on the bandwagon and learn! Knitting is great for stress relief, it's been shown to increase right/left brain interaction, and it's just plain fun. If you're still not convinced, here's a great article about the benefits of knitting: Be Still & Knit. In these three weeks, you'll learn to cast on, knit, and bind off. Then we'll go on with increases, decreases, reading patterns, and all kinds of other knitterly stuff. One warning: it can be rather addicting.
When: Saturday afternoons, March 24th - April 7th (3 weeks)
Time: 1:00 - 3:00
Instructor: Tami
Cost: $35
Materials: We'll provide yarn for practicing, but you'll need a set of knitting needles, size 8 - 9-ish. We have several options available for purchase.
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Ongoing Workshop-Style Classes
These classes are "drop-in" style classes - join any time you want, and you'll only pay for the sessions you attend.
The Workshop
If you're looking for some individual help, or even if you want to learn how to knit, come on in.
When: Wednesday morning, 10:30 - 12:30
Instructor: Kelly
Cost: $10 per class, or purchase a six-week punch card for $48 ($8 per week)
Knit Along with Ann
Join Ann in the classroom on Wednesday afternoons for some knitting fun and guidance when you need it.
When: Wednesday afternoons, 1:30 - 3:30
Instructor: Ann
Cost: $5 per class
Knitter's Choice
Similar to The Workshop, so come on in for some individual help. This is typically a smaller group, so if you prefer a quieter time, this is the one for you.
When: Thursday afternoons, 4:00 - 6:00
Instructor: Kelly
Cost: $10 per class, or purchase a six-week punch card for $48 ($8 per week).
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Knittervention!
February's Knittervention! will be February 17th. Knittervention is our once-a-month, Friday-night-potluck-get-together. For the whole scoop, click here.
Oh, and even though we call it Knittervention, of course crocheters are welcome, too. "Crochetervention" just sounded funny, and "Friday Night hookers"...well...that doesn't sound right either. ;)
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Open Knitting & Crochet
Join us for a fun social time while working on whatever you want. No registration required - just show up. We have three times a week you can join us:
- Tuesday evenings, 6:30 - 9:00
- Friday afternoons, 1:30 - 4:30
- Saturdays, 9:00 - noon
Please note: Open Knitting is not a class. Although I'm always happy to answer questions as time permits, sometimes it gets a bit hectic. For more dedicated help, consider coming to one of our Knitter's Choice, Knit Along with Ann or The Workshop classes. Details one these classes can be found here.
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That's all for now, folks! Once again, I'd like to thank you all for supporting your local yarn shop.
Kelly
Double Ewe Yarn Shop
9201 Lexington Ave N #10
Circle Pines, MN 55014
763-780-2465
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