Classes

Classes are now forming. Please call 315-399-5148 to register. Advance registration is required.

Class	Instructor	Dates	Cost
Basic Sock 101   In this 3 part class you will learn basic cuff down sock construction. Techniques learned are  Cross-over Join, Kitchener stitch, and the anatomy of the sock. This comprehensive class is a must for those of you who want to learn how to make socks correctly. Reservations are essential as classes fill quickly.	with Julie Mattina	Julie's new classes will be on Monday nights starting January 9th, 23rd and February 13th. Next scheduled sock class, Mondays, March 26th, April 9th and April 23rd.	($45 plus cost of materials) Pattern provided.
Crocheted Baby Rainbow Afghan For those of you wanting to improve your beginner crochet skills, this beautiful afghan is for you. The afghan would be a wonderful addition to any Baby's room and it will be fun to do.	with Shannen Metcalf	Please call with interest. Dates will then be allocated.	($30 plus cost of materials.) Pattern provided.
Jedi Knitters OK-Shannon's  sweater class is open to all skill levels. This class will continue to enhance your skill set for we ask you to pick a pattern that will stretch your knitting abilities. Rowan, Blue Sky. Tahki, Shibui- you pick.The options are limitless and we would be happy to find a great piece for you to work on. This class goes continuously. Jump in at any time.	with Shannon Adams	Wednesday nights, 6.30pm to 8.30pm January 11th, January 25th, February 8th, February 22nd, March 14th, March 28th, April 11th and April 25th.	($50 for 5 weeks plus cost of materials.)
Lace Class-- "Wax and Wane" Side to Side Shawl with Knit as you go Border OR Deep Peace Scarf OR Lace Leaf Shawl. This beautiful shawl is a perfect for those of you not familiar with lace. Or learn Beth's very popular Deep Peace Scarf OR for those of you who want to take the next step, the Lace Leaf Shawl. Spend a lovely afternoon with Beth, learning new lace techniques.	with Beth Coye	Saturday,	($25 plus cost of materials)
Beyond Basic Spinning with your Wheel This advanced beginner class will demonstrate different plying techniques, ratios, and how best to utilize your lovely handspun yarn.( Kromski and Ashford Wheels available for a test drive)	with Beth Coye		($30 plus roving.Please bring a bobbin of singles)
The Linen Stitch Scarf Shannon will be teaching this beautiful woven looking garment without the loom. Using a series of slipped stitiches and knits you too can create this gorgeous scarf. There are so many beautiful colors in Shibui sock yarn to choose from that everyone's piece will be as unique as they are.	with Shannon Adams	Tuesday, March 6th 6.30pm	($25 plus cost of materials.)
Carmel and Maggi Knits Every other Saturday morning is our Maggi Knits class with Carmel. You can choose from any  number of Maggikits or pattern books. There are new wraps and beautiful sweaters. Gorgeous linens, donegal tweeds, beautiful wools. These garments are  perfect for those who are intermediate or more advanced knitters who would like to learn new skills.  Why knit the ordinary when you can knit something extraordinary!	with Carmel McColgan	Carmel will be happy to have you start your MaggiKnits garment on Saturday mornings.
Upcycle sewn Mitten Demo and Pot Luck Supper Julie will be sewing an upcycled mitten from old felted sweaters and polar fleece. Fee includes pattern. Demonstration will be held at Susan's house. Call for directions! Spaces limited.	with Julie Mattina	Friday, April 13th 6.30pm.	($10 plus a dish to pass)
Entrelac Afghan for Hope for Heather The Yarn Cupboard is proud to announce a wonderful opportunity to enhance your skills and make a difference at the same time! While learning the entrelac method of knitting, you will be making a square for an afghan to benefit Hope for Heather! All squares create will later be assembled into a beautiful afghan and then raffled off with all proceeds going to Hope for Heather foundation.  After learning the technique, kits will be available for more squares. Complete squares need to be submitted no later than  August 1st so there is time for assembly. We look forward to seeing you fro this wonderful event and thank you ahead of time for your generosity!	with Shannon Adams	Saturday Afternoon, April 21st from 1pm to 4pm.	($25 plus cost of materials.)
Cashmere Fingerless Gloves With the gorgeous Artyarn cashmere, Carmel will be using her fingerless glove pattern to help you make the most luxurious and beautiful gloves.	with Carmel McColgan	Saturday Mornings with Carmel from 10am to 12noon.	($15 plus cost of materials)
Weekly Beginning to intermediate Knitting with Andrea. Come and join Andrea on Wednesday mornings to learn to knit or to start your next project.  Andrea will help you get started on your first felted hand bag or your first hat.You may want to start  a scarf, potholder or washcloth or want to extend yourself with a sweater or afghan, come Wednesdays and get those holiday projects started and finished!!!	with Andrea Moriniti		($45 for 4 lesson plus yarn )
Crocheted Heart on a String Mittens!!! These are the mittens we all wore years ago that never lost their mate or their appeal. The class is perfect for beginners and Intermediate crocheters for those very important  last minute holiday gifts. These are also wonderful for charity crafting. The mittens are worked in the round so stitch markers are required. The pattern has sizes from infant to adult extra large, all using a J hook.	with Sherry Sheggrud	Saturday, November 26, 1pm to 4pm	($25 plus cost of materials)
Drop Spindle Spinning Beth Coye will be teaching this drop spindle class that many of you have been waiting for.Come and spend the afternoon with Beth learning all the ins and outs of spinning!	with Beth Coye	Saturday, January 21st, 1pm to 4pm	($40 includes class and spindle)
Finishing Class aka UFO's (Unfinished Objects!) Are you stuck?  Do you need help with whatever project you are racing to finish? Do you to learn how to sew your garment together? Do you need someone to check if things are going well? We will get you back on the right track! With ANY project you may have, with any yarn.	with Shannon Chaffee Adams	Tuesday January 17, February 25th,March 20th, April 17th 6.30pm 8.30pm	$20
Beginner's Sweater Class Miss Shannon will be teaching a beginner sweater class for those of you who have not progressed from scarves or for those of you who have never even held knitting needles!!  You will be making either a cardigan or pullover. Besides learning the basics of knitting and purling you will be learning decrease, increases and finishing for a project that looks hand knit, not home made.	With Shannon Adams	Sunday November 13th, 27th and December 4th, and 18th with a follow up in January, 12.30pm to 3.30pm.	($55 plus cost of material covers all 5 classes.)
Madeline Tosh Tea for Two and a Cardigan for You! Madeline Tosh's Tea Leaf cardigan and Tiny Tea Leaf cardigan will be the focus for the these two sessions. With an AUSSIE afternoon tea-bring your tea cup and saucer! Come and have a relaxing afternoon, drinking tea and eating scones and jam, making one of these beautiful sweaters. (or maybe both!)	with Shannon Adams	Saturday, January 14th and February 11th.	(35$ plus cost of materials.)
Advanced Beginner Kaffe Fassett Cardigan This is your chance to make a cardigan that fits from Kaffe Fassets Colourscape collection.You will be able to choose from the Kaffe Fasset Colourscape books. Shannon will be there from whoa to go. This way you will have a competed garment at the end of the class and learn the  important finishing techniques.	with Shannon Chaffee Adams	Saturday afternoons from 1pm to 4pm, September 24th, October 8th,  October 22nd, and November 5th and November 19th.	($50 plus cost of materials.)
Small Beaded Bag This is your opportunity to make the most gorgeous small beaded bag. These bags can be made bigger-perfect for a wedding or a night on the town. This small bag is perfect for around your neck as decoration or to hold something special. Second session is the embellishment class-come and learn how to decorate your project and how embellishing can work for garments and lace.	With Jean Tyo	Available on request.	($20 plus cost of materials.)
Intro to Rigid Heddle Weaving Learn to weave on  your own Komski Rigid Heddle loom. Before class your homework is to watch on Utube or New Voyager website: 4 videos "with Tim' on how to weave with the Kromski Rigid Heddle Loom. Please call to purchase loom as there is some assembly before class we need to do. Linda can assist you with yarns for your project. Linda, a master weaver, will be guiding you through the warping process and of course will help with the actually weaving. Learn from one of the best!	with Linda Wollowitz	Saturday, November 12th, 12.30pm to 4.30pm	($40 plus cost of materials and loom.)
Beginning Weaving with Linda Linda's two part class will have you designing, warping, weaving and finishing your project so you will be able to continue at home. The rigid heddle looms from Kromski are well designed and easy to use. Kromski looms are available for purchase or you may bring your own.	with Linda Wollowitz	Tuesdays, January 3rd and 10th, 6pm.	($60 plus cost of yarns and or loom)