Class
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For
further information about classes, call Knitting
Central (203) 454-4300.
Please
check your calendar before signing up for classes!
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Children's class schedule click here
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| Classes are non-refundable, non-transferable
and there are no make-ups for missed sessions.If
Knitting Central must cancel a scheduled class,
students will receive a full refund. |
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Private
Knitting Lessons
Spend an
hour with Cynthia Crescenzo learning to knit or brushing up
on your techniques. Lessons for beginners to
experts, moving at your own pace. The time
is devoted to your questions and your needs.
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Tuesday
- Friday
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10:00 - 11:00 AM
4:30 - 5:30 PM
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$50 |
Semi-Private Knitting
Lessons
The perfect
way for friends to learn together.
A lesson for two with Cynthia Crescenzo, you choose the topic and set the pace. |
Tuesday
- Friday |
10:00
- 11:00 AM
4:30 - 5:30 PM
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$85
($42.50
per person) |
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Jump Start your Holiday Knitting
Starting in July and continuing for the next four months our Knitting Central Teachers will be teaching a series of classes that will help you get a jump on your holiday handmade gifts. Each project will combine new techniques with great yarns. We've specifically chosen these projects so that you can knit each project multiple times before the holiday comes close. There will be one project a month, through November. Each project will take only 1-3 skeins of yarn. Sign up for however many classes you would like. 1-2 classes, $35 each; 3 or more classes, receive 10% off the class price.
September: Hat with Ear Flaps ~ cable cast on, striping evenly, knitting in the round, decreases, and i-cords. click here for photo
October: Cabled Fingerless Glove ~ learn cables. Picture to follow ~ design in progress. click here for photo
November: Make a pair of miniature mittens that can be used as a Christmas ornament or made into a key fob. Learn how to knit in the round on double pointed needles and shaping. photo coming soon |
Monday,
September 22
Monday,
October 20
Monday,
November 17 |
10:30-12:30 pm
10:30-12:30 PM
10:30-12:30 PM
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$35
$35
$35 |
Lady Jane Purse
Learn shaping techniques, no-sew construction, and a variety of cables and crossings as you make this adorable little bag (Jane Elliott’s answer to a wristlet). One of those “ohhh, isn’t that adorable!” bags. click here for photo |
Wednesday,
Aug. 13 & 27 |
6:30 - 9:00 PM |
$85 |
Trillium Shawlette
Jane Elliott's mini version of the shawl on the June 2007 cover of Knit 'n Sytle Magazine, worked in one color or a variety of colors. Learn how Jane combines stitch patterns to ensure they work together in one shawl. Jane will cover a great assortment of techniques, including choosing yarns to work with specific stitch patterns, mitering, and crochet. Intermediate to advanced class. click here for photo
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Wednesday,
September 3 & 17 |
6:30 - 9:30 PM |
$85 |
Landscape Felting
Description to follow. Instructor: Regina Moss |
Saturday,
Sept. 6, 20 |
2:00 - 5:00 PM |
$50 |
Rachel's Felted Bag
Rachel's Bag is a versatile felted bag that can be knit in bright, summery, colors to make the perfect beach bag or dramatic, elegant colors to make the perfect knitting bag. Strips of fabric are woven through knitted eyelet bands that are separated by rows of easy-to-work slip-stitch knitting. Best of all, the finishing is quick and easy; there's no sewing! A 3-Needle Bind Off "seams" the bag and the easy to make fabric straps and trims are tied onto the bag after felting. Instructor: Lynn Wilson click here for photo |
Sunday,
September 7 & 21 |
12:00 - 3:00 PM |
$60 |
Beginning Knitting
This class is designed with the knitting novice in mind. Students will learn to cast on, knit, purl, bind off, increase, decrease, and ribbing, as well as other basic techniques. Lynn Wilson will guide you through the foundations of knitting, and get you started on your first project. Left-handed knitters are welcome! |
Monday,
September
8 & 15 |
10:00 - 12:00 PM |
$95 |
Chart Reading
Does looking at a knitting chart make you cross-eyed? Let Danni Conway teach you the ins and outs of reading those confusing charts. We'll look at both lace and color charts. Take your knitting to the next level.
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Wednesday,
September 10 |
6:30 - 8:30 PM |
$35 |
Kaleidscope Cashmere Crochet Scarf
Artyarns has created a magnificient collection of Cashmere 2 yarns in either a soft or jewel tones color palette. The wrap is made up of crocheted flower motifs. Join Pam Grushkin in crocheting this beautiful wrap.
click here for photo |
Monday,
Sept.15,
Oct. 6, 27 |
6:30 - 8:30 PM |
$225
includes
yarn |
Christmas Stocking
Knit this family heirloom in time for Santa's visit! Intarsia, duplicate stitch, turning the heel, kitchener stitch: all will be covered with Laura Ely in this fun workshop. click here for photo
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Tuesday,
September 16, 23, October 7, 14 |
6:30 - 8:30 PM |
$65
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Slipper Sock Workshop
In this class, Lynn Wilson will teach you the basics of knitting socks on double-pointed needles! By using super-bulky weight yarn, this workshop is designed to "gently" introduce knitters to knitting in the round with double-pointed needles, the "anatomy" of a sock, and "language" of sock knitting. By the end of the workshop students will successfully finish at least one sock.
Advanced Beginner or self-confident beginner. Students should be comfortable with cast on, knit, purl, and bind off. Prior experience with double-pointed needles required. photo coming soon
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Thursday,
September
18 & 25 |
10:00 - 12:30 PM |
$60 |
Crochet 101
Learn how to make a foundation chain, slip stitch, and single crochet. Pam Grushkin will teach you the basics of crochet and get you started on your first project. |
Monday,
September 22 |
6:30 - 9:00 PM |
$40 |
Beginning Knitting
This class is designed with the knitting novice in mind. Students will learn to cast on, knit, purl, bind off, increase, decrease, and ribbing, as well as other basic techniques. Lynn Wilson will guide you through the foundations of knitting, and get you started on your first project. Left-handed knitters are welcome!
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Wednesday,
September 24 &
October 1 |
6:30 - 8:30 |
$95 |
Stepping Stones Sweater
You've made umpteen garter stitch scarves, and now you're ready for a real sweater? No need to sacrifice style! Learn shaping, cabling, openwork, and a little crochet. photo coming soon
Intermediate Level
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Saturday,
Sept. 27,
Oct. 25,
Nov. 22 |
10:00 - 2:00 PM |
$75 |
Baby Smorg Sweater
Your little one will make quite the fashion statement in Jane Elliott's unique, highly textured cardigan. If you enjoy unusual techniques, and a project that will really hone your knitting skills, this class is for you. Choose any one of Cynthia's delicious DK weight yarns (sample is done in Debbie Bliss "Baby Cashmerino" ). click here for photo
Intermediate Level |
Saturday,
Sept. 27,
Oct. 25,
Nov. 22,
Dec. 13 |
2:30 - 5:00 |
$140 |
The E.Z. Series
Classes & Workshops Inspired by the Creative Genius of Elizabeth Zimmermann
"Really, all you need to become a good knitter are wool, needles, hands, and slightly below-average intelligence. Of course superior intelligence, such as yours and mine, is an advantage." Elizabeth Zimmermann (August 9, 1910 - November 30, 1999)
Elizabeth Zimmermann is credited with revolutionizing modern knitting through her inventive and common sense approach. She was a visionary who saw knitting for its simplicity, not for its complexity or intricacy. She gave knitters the confidence to “break the rules” and taught them to not only enjoy the end result, but to relish the entire process.
Most of us were not lucky enough to meet Elizabeth, but over the next year we will explore Elizabeth’s creative genius through a series of classes & workshops based on her designs and teachings. Even the most experienced knitters will learn something new, experiment, create and think outside the box.
Lynn Wilson, a devotee of Elizabeth Zimmermann, will be the instructor for all the workshops. Currently there are 3 workshops scheduled, with more to come:
The Tomten Jacket
Part 1 of the EZ Series will be the Tomten Jacket, a versatile modular sweater that Elizabeth whimsically named after a small Swedish elf. The variations for this design are numerous - hooded or collared, buttons or zipper, striped or solid. Students will be introduced to Elizabeth’s approach to knitting and encouraged to create their own wonderful Tomten Jacket. The class will cover lots of clever knitting tips, tricks and techniques. The Tomten Jacket will fit a wide range of sizes from baby t o adult. Students have their choice of what size to make, but must keep the time frame on the class in mind when choosing what size to make. Click here for materials
Sideways Mystery Mittens
Part 2 of the E.Z. Series will feature one of Elizabeth’s most novel approach to knitting mittens, the Sideways Mystery Mittens. These mittens incorporate Elizabeth’s clever shaping techniques (such as those she used in the Baby Surprise Jacket). You must bravely knit on, following her directions and trusting that somehow this unique shape becomes a mitten. How does become a mitten? Ah, come to class and solve the mystery! Click here for materials
Design Your Own Raglan Pullover using EPS (Elizabeth’s Percentage System)
Part 3 of the EZ Series will feature knitters using Elizabeth’s “EPS” (Elizabeth's Percentage System) to design a basic raglan pullover. EPS is still widely used by designers and knitters and is an excellent tool for creating well-fitting garments. It consists of a mathematical formula using body proportions and gauge. In class knitters will choose their yarn and knit a gauge swatch, then design and knit a raglan pullover sweater. |
Wednesday,
Oct.15, 22, 29
Wednesday,
Nov. 5, 12
Wednesday, Jan.,7, 21,
Feb. 11, 25, March 11 |
6:30-9:00 pm
6:30-9:00 pm
6:30-9:00 pm |
$80
$55
TBA |
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