Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski

Saturday, June 1, 2019; 10:00 am - 12:00 noon.

Learn to decipher the parts of a pattern to make knitting more fun!

We will go through parts of the pattern, then diagrams, charts, pattern notes, abbreviations, errors in a pattern, copyright issues, online tutorials and more. Marsha will provide examples of patterns for practice and demonstration, but do bring any patterns you'd like to take a closer look at if you have them.

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski

Saturday, June 1, 2019; 1:30 - 3:00 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: Marsha Krzyzewski 

Sundays, June 9, 16, and 23, 2019; 1:30-3:00 pm. 

Practice your knits and purls as you make a Ribbed Beanie. Marsha will teach you to combine knits and purls for ribbing, and work in the round on circular and double pointed needles.

Students should be comfortable knitting and purling.

Materials needed:

• Churchmouse "Ribbed Beanie & Handwarmers" pattern
• 115-150 yards worsted weight yarn, such as Plymouth Galway, Berroco Ultra Wool, Kelbourne Woolens Germantown, or Malabrigo Rios; we have lots of good choices in our worsted weight section here at the shop
• US 7 16" circular needles and US 7 double pointed needles
• notions: stitch marker, darning needle for weaving in ends

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: Marsha Krzyzewski 

Sundays: June 9, 16, 23, 30, and July 7, 2019; 3:00-4:30 pm. 

Learn to knit basic top-down socks using Churchmouse's "Basic Socks" pattern. Marsha will teach how to knit in the round on double pointed needles, along with basic sock construction, like working a heel flap, picking up stitches, and kitchener stitch for grafting the toe.

Students should be comfortable with casting on, knitting, purling, and decreasing; experience working in the round is helpful, but not required.

Materials needed:

• Churchmouse "Basic Sock" pattern, available as a Ravelry download or in print here at the shop
• 350 yards of fingering weight yarn OR 275 yards of DK or sport weight yarn; come by the shop for help selecting something appropriate for socks
• double pointed needles in US 1 for fingering weight socks OR US 3 for sport/DK weight socks
• darning needle for kitchener stitch and weaving in ends

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: Marsha Krzyzewski

Saturday, June 15, 2019; 10:00 am - 12:00 noon.

What is gauge, how does one get it, and what can be done if you don't? Learn to measure your gauge and problem solve when your gauge doesn't match your pattern, to be sure your garment comes out the right size.

What to bring:  a 20 stitch x 4” swatch, in stockinette stitch (still on the needles), yarn, knitting needles, measuring tape, calculator, pencil with eraser.

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: Marsha Krzyzewski 

Saturday, June 15, 2019; 1:30 - 3:00 pm.

Experience level: all
Learn to recognize and fix common knitting mistakes!  We’ll cover dropped stitches, ripping back and putting back correctly on the needles, unknitting and how to count rows. We’ll also cover how to avoid some common mistakes.

What to bring:  problems to fix if you have them, if not, class will have swatches.

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski

Saturday, June 15, 2019; 3:30 - 5:00 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 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.

• Book: Knitting Ganseys, by Beth Brown-Reinsel; the book contains not only the pattern for "Newhaven," but also detailed gansey sweater history and techniques.
• Yarn: "Newhaven" is a unisex pullover that comes in the following sizes: 34" (38", 42", 46", 50", 54)" chest circumference. You'll need worsted spun sport or DK weight yarn, knit to 24 sts = 4" gauge; 1209 (1500, 1718, 1896, 2145, 2409) yards. Nancy recommends Brooklyn Tweed Arbor or Kelbourne Woolens Scout.
• Needles: US 2 (2.75 mm) needles, 16" circular and a set of double pointed needles. US 3 (3.25 mm) needles, 16" and 32" circular and set of double pointed needles, or size to obtain gauge and one size smaller.
• Notions: stitch markers, tapestry needle.

Materials are available to purchase here at the shop; please come by to select your yarn and color by June 2nd so we can be sure to get it for you if it's not already in stock!

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: Marsha Krzyzewski

Sundays: July 7, 14, and 21, 2019; 1:00 - 2:30 pm. 

Learn to knit in the round on double points, increase for the thumb gusset, and decrease at the fingertips as you knit these mittens with super-bulky weight yarn.

Experience: Great for new knitters comfortable with casting on, knitting, and purling.

Materials needed:

• ~100 yards of super-bulky weight yarn, like Plymouth Baby Alpaca Grande
• US size 10 double pointed needles
• "Super Fast Mitten," by Marsha Krzyzewski

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.

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.

• Pattern: "Hitofude Cardigan," by Hiroko Fukatsu, for sale as a Ravelry download for about $2.00.
• Yarn: Fingering weight yarn, preferably a type that drapes well in a solid color, such as Shibui Staccato. Students new to lace knitting will find it easier to work with lighter colors. 840 to 1700 yards depending on size of garment desired.
• If you are new to lace knitting, please bring some fingering-weight yarn for practicing.
• Needles: 32" US size 4 (3.5 mm) circular needle, or size to obtain correct gauge. We will work on a gauge swatch in the first class.
• Notions: At least 5 stitch markers (you'll probably use more), crochet hook (3.25 mm), tapestry needle, spare double pointed needles or circular needle (same size or smaller than main needle), 2 waste yarns (fingering weight). Optional: 1 button (1/2~5/8”)

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski

Saturdays: April 27, June 1, July 20, and August 10, 2019; 3:30-5:00 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 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.

• Pattern:"Galloway," by Jared Flood, print copies available here at the shop; also available as a download from Ravelry
• Yarn: "Galloway" comes in the following sizes: 33 (38, 43, 47½, 52½, 57)“ bust circumference. It calls for Brooklyn Tweed Shelter (worsted weight, 140 yards/50 grams) in the following quantities depending upon garment size -- 7 (8, 9, 10, 11, 12) skeins of Color 1 (C1); 1 (2, 2, 2, 2, 2) skein(s) of Color 2 (C2); 1 skein of Color 3 (C3); 1 (1, 2, 2, 2, 2) skein(s) of Color 4 (C4). Come by the shop to select your yarn well in advance of class, so we can be sure to have the amount you need!
• Needles: You will need an assortment of needles to complete the sweater. The first two classes will cover gauge. The pattern suggests needles in US 7 and 8 to knit the majority of the sweater, and you should bring those to the first class. You may need to purchase different size needles than those you originally came to class with depending on your gauge; we recommend waiting to buy all the needles for the sweater until you've established your gauge. We're happy to help you choose the needles you will need.
• Notions: Stitch markers, stitch holders or waste yarn, T-pins (optional), four 3/4" buttons (optional), blunt tapestry needle, size E-4 crochet hook. For tubular cast on, you will also require smooth waste yarn (sport or DK-weight cotton, silk or bamboo yarn).