Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski 

Saturday, October 26, 2019; 3:00-5:00 pm.

• Four swatches using DK or worsted weight yarn, knit as follows:
  • Cast on 20 stitches. Work in stockinette stitch (knitting on right side rows, purling on wrong side rows) for 2". Leave on needles, with yarn attached. You'll use two of these swatches for the three needle bind off, and two for kitchener stitch.
• One swatch using DK or worsted weight yarn, knit as follows:
  • Cast on 20 stitches. Work in 1x1 ribbing for 2". Leave on needles, with yarn attached. You'll use this swatch for the tubular bind off.
• Darning needle

Class Policy -

• Refunds and store credits for pre-paid class registrations can be made only if we are notified at least two weeks in advance of the beginning of class.
• Missed classes will not be made up unless the instructor was unable to teach or the shop was closed for inclement weather.
• Refunds and store credits for missed classes cannot be made.

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski.

Saturdays: November 9, 16, and 23, 2019; 3:00-5:00 pm.

For absolute beginners: learn to knit. In the first session, you'll learn the knit stitch, in the second session, the purl stitch. In the last session, you'll learn to how to cast on and bind off.

Note: We love to encourage young, new knitters, but reserve this class for adults. Contact us if you'd like to schedule a private lesson for a minor and his/her parent.

Materials needed: smooth, worsted weight yarn in a light color; size 7 or 8 knitting needles. Materials are available for purchase at the shop.

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski 

Sundays: November 10, 17, and 24, 2019; 1:00-3:00 pm.

• "Ferryboat Mitts" pattern by Churchmouse Yarns & Teas, available to purchase from Ravelry
• Worsted weight yarn, like Berroco Ultra Alpaca, Brooklyn Tweed Shelter, or Kelbourne Woolens Germantown; we have lots to choose from here at the shop
  • For small/medium size, you'll need 125 yards for the short length or 160 yards for armwarmer length.
  • For medium/large size, you'll need 160 yards for the short length or 210 yards for armwarmer length.
• US size 6 and 5 double pointed needles; or size needed to obtain gauge, and one size smaller

Class Policy -

• Refunds and store credits for pre-paid class registrations can be made only if we are notified at least two weeks in advance of the beginning of class.
• Missed classes will not be made up unless the instructor was unable to teach or the shop was closed for inclement weather.
• Refunds and store credits for missed classes cannot be made.

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski

Sunday, November 10, 2019; 3:00-5:00 pm.

Charts are a graphic representation of a knitting pattern. They might look intimidating at first, but once you get the hang of it, they can be even easier and faster than written instructions. Marsha will teach how to read charts both working flat and in the round, and cover the basics of color, lace and cable charts. Students will practice knitting a swatch from a simple chart during class.

Experience: students should be comfortable casting on, knitting, and purling.

Materials needed:

• DK or worsted weight yarn and needles to work with (anywhere from US 5-8); please come to class with 20 stitches cast on and the first row purled
• Any charts in patterns you have that you would like help interpreting

Class Policy -

• Refunds or store credits for pre-paid class registrations can be made only if we are notified at least two weeks in advance of the beginning of class.
• Missed classes will not be made up unless the instructor was unable to teach or the shop was closed for inclement weather.
• Refunds or store credits for missed classes cannot be made.

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski

Saturday, November 23, 2019; 1:00-2:30 pm. 

Blocking is that essential finishing touch that finesses your finished fabric, setting its size and shape. Join Marsha for an introduction to blocking: what is it, how does it work, when should you do it, and why? Learn about the techniques and tools that are used for blocking and how best to apply them, from pins and wires to towels and mats.

Class Policy -

• Refunds or store credits for pre-paid class registrations can be made only if we are notified at least two weeks in advance of the beginning of class.
• Missed classes will not be made up unless the instructor was unable to teach or the shop was closed for inclement weather.
• Refunds or store credits for missed classes cannot be made.

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski

Sunday, November 24, 2019; 3:00-5:00 pm. 

Don’t know where you are on your project? Learn how to read your knitting. Marsha will teach how to distinguish knits from purls, spot increases and decreases, and count rows in a variety of stitch patterns. All these skills will help you to keep track of your work and find where you are in your pattern.

Experience level: all

Please bring: any works in progress to decipher, with its pattern, yarn & needles

Class Policy -

• Refunds for pre-paid class registrations can be made only if we are notified at least two weeks in advance of the beginning of class.
• Missed classes will not be made up unless the instructor was unable to teach or the shop was closed for inclement weather.
• Refunds for missed classes cannot be made.

Instructor: Nancy Cavender

Sundays: December 8 and 15, 2019; 1:00-3:00 pm. 

These "Weekend Walking Mitts" are designed with extra length added to the fingers; unfold it for winter warmth, or wear them folded back when it's time to use your hands. They are knit in the round in DK weight yarn with decorative cables. Nancy will teach how to cable without a cable needle and how to work from charts; the pattern is both charted and written out.

Experience: Students should be comfortable knitting and purling in the round.

Materials needed:

• "Weekend Walking Mitts" pattern by Dianna Walla, available to purchase from Ravelry
• DK weight wool, such as Fibre Company Lore. Mitts are available in three sizes: 6.5 (7.5, 8.5) ” hand circumference; you'll need 170 (195, 220) yards for the project.
• US #3 double pointed needles, or size needed to obtain gauge

Materials are available to purchase here at the shop.

Class Policy -

• Refunds or store credits for pre-paid class registrations can be made only if we are notified at least two weeks in advance of the beginning of class.
• Missed classes will not be made up unless the instructor was unable to teach or the shop was closed for inclement weather.
• Refunds or store credits for missed classes cannot be made.

Instructor: Robin Bibby 

Sundays: January 19 and 26, February 9 and 23, 2020; 1:00-3:00 pm. 

Take your knitting to the next level with these basic toe-up socks! This class is designed to help knitters polish their Magic Loop technique while learning toe-up sock construction. The original Magic Loop technique employs one long circular needle in lieu of double point needles, while the modified technique uses two shorter circular needles. Learn how to knit 2 socks at a time with either Magic Loop approach. Three sizes are available for adults in small, medium and large. Robin will teach toe-up sock construction, knitting in the round with circular needles, knitting 2 socks at a time, Judy’s Magic cast on, increases and decreases, binding off, and using stitch markers and row counters to track your work.

Experience: Students should be comfortable knitting and purling. Previous experience
knitting in the round with circular needles is a plus but not required. For proper sizing, a
4”x4” swatch should be knit prior to class and needle size adjusted as needed to obtain
the required gauge of 7 stitches per inch.

Materials needed:

• "Fingering Toe-Up Magic Loop Socks" pattern, by Liat Gat,
  available for free on Ravelry. Robin will also provide print copies at start of class.
• 350-400 yards fingering weight/sock yarn. A high twist plied superwash wool or wool blend is strongly recommended.
• 40” or 47” circular needle size US 1 or 2 for original Magic Loop method, OR two 24” or
  32” circular needles size US 1 or 2 for modified Magic Loop method.
• Tape measure
• Row counter
• Stitch markers – including a few removable pin style markers
• Tapestry needle

Materials are available to purchase here at the shop.

Class Policy -

• Refunds and store credits for pre-paid class registrations can be made only if we are notified at least two weeks in advance of the beginning of class.
• Missed classes will not be made up unless the instructor was unable to teach or the shop was closed for inclement weather.
• Refunds and store credits for missed classes cannot be made.

Materials needed:

• Pattern: "Umaro," by Jared Flood, available to purchase through the shop or on Ravelry
• Yarn: "Umaro" comes in three sizes, Baby Blanket (Throw, Coverlet). It gives instructions for three Brooklyn Tweed yarns:
  • Arbor, DK weight:  942 (2150, 3984) yards
  • Shelter, worsted weight: 789 (1870, 3584) yards
  • Quarry, bulky weight held double: 793 (1935, 3878) yards
• Needles: A 40" circular needle in size needed to obtain gauge listed. We will be doing a gauge swatch in the first class. Needles can be purchased from the shop after your gauge is determined.
  • Suggested needle size for Arbor: 4.5 mm (US 7)
  • Suggested needle size for Shelter: 5.5 mm (US 9)
  • Suggested needle size for Quarry: 9 mm (US 13)
• Notions: Blunt tapestry needle, T-pins, blocking wires (optional).Materials are available for purchase here at the shop.

Class Policy -

• Refunds or store credits for pre-paid class registrations can be made only if we are notified at least two weeks in advance of the beginning of class.
• Missed classes will not be made up unless the instructor was unable to teach or the shop was closed for inclement weather.
• Refunds or store credits for missed classes cannot be made.

Instructor: Amy Wentley 

Saturdays: March 7 and 21, April 25, May 16, and June 13, 2020; 3:00-5:00 pm.

Note: We are offering three separate sections of this popular class; please be sure to note the correct dates and times for the section you enroll in!

• Pattern: "The Weekender," by Andrea Mowry, available to purchase on Ravelry
• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn that knits up at 18 sts = 4", such as Brooklyn Tweed Shelter (50 g/140 yd). "The Weekender" comes in the following sizes: 39.5 (44, 48.5, 52, 56.5)(60, 64.5, 68, 72.5)” circumference at bust. You'll need 915 (1015, 1130, 1265, 1385)(1520, 1640, 1790, 1910) yards for the project. We will be working on a gauge swatch in the first class, so please purchase your yarn and wind at least one skein beforehand.
• Needles: Three different needle sizes are required for this sweater. Come to class with a US 9 (5.5 mm) circular needle (any length) made from the material you most like to work with (wood or metal). We'll do a gauge swatch in class. You'll need one needle size for the main fabric of the garment, a needle size 0.5 mm smaller for the ribbing (the pattern suggests US 8, 5 mm), and a needle size 0.5 mm smaller than that for the tubular cast-on (the pattern suggests US 7, 4.5 mm). You'll need one 40" circular needle and a set of DPNs for each needle size. For the most accurate measure of gauge for this sweater, Amy recommends doing a swatch in the round. To do this, you'll need a 16-inch circular needle of the same type (wood or metal) that you intend to work the sweater with. Needles can be purchased from the shop after your gauge is determined.
• Notions: Stitch markers (3), tapestry needle, scissors, stitch holders or waste yarn, and a row counter is recommendedMaterials are available for purchase here at the shop.

Class Policy -

• Refunds or store credits for pre-paid class registrations can be made only if we are notified at least two weeks in advance of the beginning of class.
• Missed classes will not be made up unless the instructor was unable to teach or the shop was closed for inclement weather.
• Refunds or store credits for missed classes cannot be made.

Instructor: Amy Wentley

Saturdays: February 22, March 7 & 21, April 25, 2020; 10:00 am -12:00 noon.

Note: We are offering two separate sections of this popular class; please be sure to note the correct dates and times for the section you enroll in!

Join us for a fun design class full of imagination, ideas and color!

Strange Brew is a wonderful book by Alexa Ludeman and Emily Wessel that guides you through designing and knitting your own custom colorwork sweater. It offers instructions for 25 sizes and 3 gauges as well as inspiration for color and motif.

This class will focus on design. By the last session you should be ready cast on and knit your own personal design. Topics covered in the class will include options for your consideration (yarn weight, motif design and distribution, size, fit), choosing motifs and colors (exploring different motifs, color theory, touring the different yarns and colors at HYS, yoke recipes) and building your pattern (swatching, modifications, composing, charting, tracking).

Experience: Students should have experience knitting colorwork items and either a top-down or bottom-up sweater in the round.

Materials needed:

• Strange Brew, by Alexa Ludeman and Emily Wessel, available to purchase at the shop
• A notebook (preferably graph paper) to take notes and sketch design ideas.
• Some colored pencils or pens.
• A cloth measuring tape. A small ruler (the HYS needle gauge is fine).

Class Policy -

• Refunds or store credits for pre-paid class registrations can be made only if we are notified at least two weeks in advance of the beginning of class.
• Missed classes will not be made up unless the instructor was unable to teach or the shop was closed for inclement weather.
• Refunds or store credits for missed classes cannot be made.

Instructor: Amy Wentley

Saturdays: March 7 and 21, April 25, and May 16, 2020; 1:00-3:00 pm. 

Note: We are offering two separate sections of this popular class; please be sure to note the correct dates and times for the section you enroll in!

Join us for a fun design class full of imagination, ideas and color!

Strange Brew is a wonderful book by Alexa Ludeman and Emily Wessel that guides you through designing and knitting your own custom colorwork sweater. It offers instructions for 25 sizes and 3 gauges as well as inspiration for color and motif.

This class will focus on design. By the last session you should be ready cast on and knit your own personal design. Topics covered in the class will include options for your consideration (yarn weight, motif design and distribution, size, fit), choosing motifs and colors (exploring different motifs, color theory, touring the different yarns and colors at HYS, yoke recipes) and building your pattern (swatching, modifications, composing, charting, tracking).

Experience: Students should have experience knitting colorwork items and either a top-down or bottom-up sweater in the round.

Materials needed:

• Strange Brew, by Alexa Ludeman and Emily Wessel, available to purchase at the shop
• A notebook (preferably graph paper) to take notes and sketch design ideas.
• Some colored pencils or pens.
• A cloth measuring tape. A small ruler (the HYS needle gauge is fine).

Class Policy -

• Refunds or store credits for pre-paid class registrations can be made only if we are notified at least two weeks in advance of the beginning of class.
• Missed classes will not be made up unless the instructor was unable to teach or the shop was closed for inclement weather.
• Refunds or store credits for missed classes cannot be made.

Instructor: Amy Wentley 

Saturdays: October 19, November 2, December 7, 2019, and January 4 and 25, 2020; 10:00 am - 12:00 noon.

Note: We are offering two separate sections of this popular class; please be sure to note the correct dates and times for the section you enroll in!

• Pattern: "The Weekender," by Andrea Mowry, available to purchase on Ravelry
• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn that knits up at 18 sts = 4", such as Brooklyn Tweed Shelter (50 g/140 yd). "The Weekender" comes in the following sizes: 39.5 (44, 48.5, 52, 56.5)(60, 64.5, 68, 72.5)” circumference at bust. You'll need 915 (1015, 1130, 1265, 1385)(1520, 1640, 1790, 1910) yards for the project. We will be working on a gauge swatch in the first class, so please purchase your yarn and wind at least one skein beforehand.
• Needles: Three different needle sizes are required for this sweater. Come to class with a US 9 (5.5 mm) circular needle (any length) made from the material you most like to work with (wood or metal). We'll do a gauge swatch in class. You'll need one needle size for the main fabric of the garment, a needle size 0.5 mm smaller for the ribbing (the pattern suggests US 8, 5 mm), and a needle size 0.5 mm smaller than that for the tubular cast-on (the pattern suggests US 7, 4.5 mm). You'll need one 40" circular needle and a set of DPNs for each needle size.  For the most accurate measure of gauge for this sweater, Amy recommends doing a swatch in the round. To do this, you'll need a 16-inch circular needle of the same type (wood or metal) that you intend to work the sweater with. Needles can be purchased from the shop after your gauge is determined.
• Notions: Stitch markers (3), tapestry needle, scissors, stitch holders or waste yarn, and a row counter is recommendedMaterials are available for purchase here at the shop.

Class Policy -

• Refunds or store credits for pre-paid class registrations can be made only if we are notified at least two weeks in advance of the beginning of class.
• Missed classes will not be made up unless the instructor was unable to teach or the shop was closed for inclement weather.
• Refunds or store credits for missed classes cannot be made.

Instructor: Amy Wentley 

Saturdays: November 16, 1:00-3:00 pm; December 7, 3:00-5:00 pm; January 4, 25, and February 22, 2020; 1:00-3:00 pm.

Note: We are offering two separate sections of this popular class; please be sure to note the correct dates and times for the section you enroll in! 

• Pattern: "The Weekender," by Andrea Mowry, available to purchase on Ravelry
• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn that knits up at 18 sts = 4", such as Brooklyn Tweed Shelter (50 g/140 yd). "The Weekender" comes in the following sizes: 39.5 (44, 48.5, 52, 56.5)(60, 64.5, 68, 72.5)” circumference at bust. You'll need 915 (1015, 1130, 1265, 1385)(1520, 1640, 1790, 1910) yards for the project. We will be working on a gauge swatch in the first class, so please purchase your yarn and wind at least one skein beforehand.For the most accurate measure of gauge for this sweater,
• Needles: Three different needle sizes are required for this sweater. Come to class with a US 9 (5.5 mm) circular needle (any length) made from the material you most like to work with (wood or metal). We'll do a gauge swatch in class. You'll need one needle size for the main fabric of the garment, a needle size 0.5 mm smaller for the ribbing (the pattern suggests US 8, 5 mm), and a needle size 0.5 mm smaller than that for the tubular cast-on (the pattern suggests US 7, 4.5 mm). You'll need one 40" circular needle and a set of DPNs for each needle size.For the most accurate measure of gauge for this sweater, Amy recommends doing a swatch in the round. To do this, you'll need a 16-inch circular needle of the same type (wood or metal) that you intend to work the sweater with. Needles can be purchased from the shop after your gauge is determined.
• Notions: Stitch markers (3), tapestry needle, scissors, stitch holders or waste yarn, and a row counter is recommendedMaterials are available for purchase here at the shop.

Class Policy -

• Refunds or store credits for pre-paid class registrations can be made only if we are notified at least two weeks in advance of the beginning of class.
• Missed classes will not be made up unless the instructor was unable to teach or the shop was closed for inclement weather.
• Refunds or store credits for missed classes cannot be made.

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski

Sundays: September 8, October 13, November 17, and December 8, 2019; 3:00-4:30 pm.

Many of us have works-in-progress (WIPs) that need attention, often because we've gotten stuck along the way and need advice or instruction. Gather those WIPs and turn them into finished objects (FOs) with Marsha's guidance! This four-session class is for knitters who want the structure of regular meetings to help them complete a project or projects purchased from HYS. You'll meet once a month to knit together, evaluate your progress, and get answers to your questions.

Materials: All yarn should be purchased from Hillsborough Yarn Shop.

Class Policy -

• Refunds or store credits for pre-paid class registrations can be made only if we are notified at least two weeks in advance of the beginning of class.
• Missed classes will not be made up unless the instructor was unable to teach or the shop was closed for inclement weather.
• Refunds or store credits for missed classes cannot be made.

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski

Saturdays: August 24, September 7, October 12, November 2, and December 7, 2019; 1:00-3:00 pm. 

• "Marigold Cardigan" pattern, by Cecily Glowik MacDonald
• Lace or fingering weight yarn that knits up at 23 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches
  in Stockinette stitch; pattern calls for Fibre Company Meadow. "Marigold" offers the following sizes: 29¾ (32½, 36, 39½, 42¾, 46¼, 49¾, 53¼, 56¾)“ bust circumfrence. You'll need 880 (955, 1045, 1125, 1220, 1320, 1415, 1520, 1625) yards for the project.
• 32" circular needles and double pointed needles in US 6 or size needed to obtain gauge
• stitch markers

Materials are available to purchase here at the shop; please come by to select your yarn and color by August 1 so we can be sure to get it for you if it's not already in stock!

Class Policy -

• Refunds or store credits for pre-paid class registrations can be made only if we are notified at least two weeks in advance of the beginning of class.
• Missed classes will not be made up unless the instructor was unable to teach or the shop was closed for inclement weather.
• Refunds or store credits for missed classes cannot be made.

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski

Saturday, November 16; 10:00 am - 12:00 noon. 

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski 

Saturdays: October 12, 26, and November 9, 2019; 10:00-11:30 am.

Practice your knits and purls as you make "Sandoval," a ribbed beanie with or without a folded brim. Marsha will teach you to combine knits and purls for ribbing, work in the round on circular and double pointed needles, and decrease for the crown of the hat.

Experience: Students should be comfortable knitting and purling; no experience knitting in the round is needed. This class is a great warm-up for Marsha's "Ferryboat Mitts" class!

Materials needed:

• "Sandoval Hat" pattern by Robyn Devine, available as a free download from Ravelry
• 130-200 yards aran or heavy worsted weight yarn, such as Swans Island All American Worsted, Kelbourne Woolens Germantown, or Brooklyn Tweed Shelter; we have lots of choices here at the shop
• US 9 16" circular needles and US 9 double pointed needles
• notions: stitch marker, darning needle for weaving in ends

Class Policy -

• Refunds and store credits for pre-paid class registrations can be made only if we are notified at least two weeks in advance of the beginning of class.
• Missed classes will not be made up unless the instructor was unable to teach or the shop was closed for inclement weather.
• Refunds and store credits for missed classes cannot be made.

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski 

Saturday, October 26, 2019; 1:00-3:00 pm.

• A few yards of DK or worsted weight yarn in two colors
• Crochet hook, any size
• Knitting needles suitable for DK or worsted weight yarn (anything between US 5 and 8)
• A swatch knit as follows:
  • Cast on 20 stitches. Work in stockinette stitch (knitting on right side rows, purling on wrong side rows) for 4". Bind off.

Class Policy -

• Refunds and store credits for pre-paid class registrations can be made only if we are notified at least two weeks in advance of the beginning of class.
• Missed classes will not be made up unless the instructor was unable to teach or the shop was closed for inclement weather.
• Refunds and store credits for missed classes cannot be made.

Instructor: Amy Wentley
Saturdays:  October 5, 19, and November 2, 2019; 3:00 - 5:00 pm.

Here is a chance to combine knitted lace and twisted ribbing in a botanical design, Amy van de Laar's "Ensata Scarf & Cowl." You can choose to use either lace-weight or fingering-weight yarn to create either a scarf or a cowl. In class we'll learn knitted lace stitches, how to knit from charts, how to knit in the round, and various cast-on and bind-off options. You'll also learn tips for how to keep track of your progress and fix mistakes.

Experience: Students should be very comfortable knitting and purling.

Materials needed:

• Pattern: "Ensata Scarf & Cowl," by Amy van de Laar, available to purchase on Ravelry
• Yarn:
  • For practice: Worsted weight wool yarn in a light color.
  • For the project: A worsted-spun lace or fingering weight yarn like Brooklyn Tweed Vale (100% American Rambouillet Wool; 450 yards/50 grams) or Brooklyn Tweed Peerie (100% American Merino Wool; 210 yards/50 grams). You'll need approximately 1350 yds of lace-weight yarn for a scarf, about 1260 yds of fingering-weight yarn for a scarf or about 420 yards of fingering-weight yarn for a cowl. We suggest you avoid very dark colors like navy blue or black, as lighter colors are easier for learning lace knitting.

• Needles: We will be starting a gauge swatch in the first class. Bring one skein of your project yarn already wound and start with a US Size 5 needle for lace-weight yarn or US Size 4 needle for fingering weight yarn. Choose a 32" circular needle made from the material you most like to work with (wood or metal). The appropriate size needle can be purchased from the shop after your gauge is determined.
• Notions: Approximately 10 stitch markers, T-pins (optional), blocking wires (optional), blunt tapestry needle.Materials are available for purchase here at the shop.

Class Policy -

• Refunds or store credits for pre-paid class registrations can be made only if we are notified at least two weeks in advance of the beginning of class.
• Missed classes will not be made up unless the instructor was unable to teach or the shop was closed for inclement weather.
• Refunds or store credits for missed classes cannot be made.