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: November 18 and December 9, 2018; 3:00-5:00 pm.

In this class, for the adventurous beginner, you will learn new skills as you knit a pair of "Stitch-Sampler Handwarmers." Marsha will teach how to combine knit and purl stitches to create a ridged garter stitch cuff, a smooth stockinette stitch hand, and a springy ribbed edge. Because these handwarmers are knit flat, rather than in the round, you will also learn to seam using mattress stitch for both garter and stockinette.

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

Materials needed:

• "Stitch-Sampler Handwarmers & Ribbed Scarf Pattern," from the Churchmouse Classroom series
• ~110 yards of worsted or aran weight yarn
• US #8 needles, straight or circular
• locking stitch marker
• darning needle

Materials are available to purchase at the 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.

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski

Saturdays: December 8, 22, 29, 2018; 1:30 - 3:30 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

Saturdays: December 8, 2018, 3:30 - 5:00 pm; January 19, February 16, and March 16, 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 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

Saturdays: January 19, February 2 and 16, 2019; 1:30 - 3:00 pm.

• "August Mittens," available to purchase from Ravelry
• 328 yards of fingering weight yarn; pattern calls for Fibre Company Cumbria Fingering
• DPNs US 1 (2.25 mm) and US 2 (2.75 mm)

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.

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!

• Book: "Cocoknits Sweater Workshop," by Julie Weisenberger, copies of this book are available here at the shop.
• Yarn: We will be knitting the Emma sweater versions A (long sleeved) or B (short sleeve). The pattern calls for 700 to 1400 yards of bulky yarn. If you prefer, you can knit an open weave version using a fingering weight yarn and large needles, which knits up as a summer-weight garment for layering; however, worsted or bulky weight yarn will be easier to see as you're learning. Come by the shop and we can help you choose.
• Needles: The pattern calls for size 11 circular needles 24" - 32". Before the first class, you will be given instructions for knitting a gauge swatch to determine which size needle you will use.
• Notions: Stitch markers of a variety of colors, stitch holders or waste yarn, blunt tapestry needles. Other optional needles and notions may be helpful. We'll discuss these in class.

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!

• Book: "Cocoknits Sweater Workshop," by Julie Weisenberger, copies of this book are available here at the shop.
• Yarn: We will be knitting the Emma sweater versions A (long sleeved) or B (short sleeve). The pattern calls for 700 to 1400 yards of bulky yarn. If you prefer, you can knit an open weave version using a fingering weight yarn and large needles, which knits up as a summer-weight garment for layering; however, worsted or bulky weight yarn will be easier to see as you're learning. Come by the shop and we can help you choose.
• Needles: The pattern calls for size 11 circular needles 24" - 32". Before the first class, you will be given instructions for knitting a gauge swatch to determine which size needle you will use.
• Notions: Stitch markers of a variety of colors, stitch holders or waste yarn, blunt tapestry needles. Other optional needles and notions may be helpful. We'll discuss these in class.

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski

Sundays: January 27, February 10 and 24, 2019; 1:30 - 3:00 pm. 

A cabled hat for everyone! Cabling is incorporated into the decreases at the crown of the hat for a unique look. Marsha will teach how to knit in the round on circular and double pointed needles, and how to work cables from a chart.

Materials needed:

• "Fine Fella" pattern, available to purchase online from Ravelry
• 170-180 yards of worsted weight yarn, like Malabrigo Rios, Berroco Ultra Alpaca, Berroco Ultra Wool, or Plymouth Galway, among others
• US #6 16" circular needle, and set of US #6 double pointed needles
• Cable needle

Yarn, needles, and other notions are available for purchase at the 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.

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski.

Sundays: January 27, February 10 and 24, 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 

Saturdays: February 2, 16, and March 2, 2019; 10:00 - 11:30 am. 

Hone your lace skills as you knit a small bag. Worked from the bottom up, with a sturdy garter stitch base and a leaf lace motif on the body, this bag has one long strap and one short, pulling long through short for a secure closure. Marsha will teach how to pick up stitches, work in the round on double-pointed needles, and do a three-needle bind off.

For a successful experience:  students should come to class having completed Marsha's Lace Basics class or have some experience with lace.

Materials:

• "Leafy Knot Clutch" is a pattern available only in Veronik Avery's book, Knitting 24/7; we no longer have copies for sale here at the shop, but we do have a reference copy for you to preview. Check local libraries or Amazon for a copy of your own.
• About 236 yards of DK weight cotton; Marsha's sample is made with Wendy Supreme Cotton DK
• US 4 double pointed needles
• stitch markers

Yarn, needles, and stitch markers are available to purchase here at the 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.

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski

Saturday, February 2, 2019; 3:00 - 4:30 pm.

• 3 swatches knit in stockinette stitch (knit a row, purl a row):  cast on 20 stitches, work in stockinette for 3 inches, then bind off.
• 2 swatches knit in garter stitch (knit every row):  cast on 20 stitches, knit for 3 inches, then bind off.
• yarn that your swatch was knit in
• a darning needle

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

Saturdays: March 2, 16, 30, and April 27, 2019; 1:30 - 3:00 pm. 

Join Marsha in knitting a pair of "glittens," cozy convertible gloves/mittens. These "Chilly Podsters" are half-fingered with a mitten cap to cover the fingers, and a peek-a-boo thumb so that you can have your tech device and warm hands too. Knit them in fingering weight yarn for a snug fit or in worsted weight for extra warmth - your choice. Marsha will teach how to construct this unusual glove, including working in the round, increasing and decreasing, and picking up stitches.

Experience: you should be comfortable knitting and purling, casting on and binding off. Experience with double-pointed needles will be helpful, but not necessary.

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, March 2, 2019; 3:00-5:00 pm.

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski 

Sunday, March 3, 2019; 3:00 - 4:30 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, March 30, 2019; 10:00 am - 12:00 noon. 

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski

Saturdays: October 20, December 8, January 19, 2019; and March 16, 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 noon.

"Abayomi" is a long cardigan knit in pieces from the bottom up, decorated with lace panels on the back and both fronts. Marsha will teach this ambitious, intricate garment, guiding you through gauge swatches, fit, construction, and finishing.

Experience: students should come to class with some lace- and sweater-knitting experience.

Materials:

• "Abayomi," by Donna Yacino, available to purchase from Ravelry or here at the shop as an in-store sale
• yarn for the project - we recommend Berroco Ultra Alpaca Light or Kelbourne Woolens Andorra
• US 6 needles

Materials are available to purchase at the 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.

• Book: "Cocoknits Sweater Workshop," by Julie Weisenberger, copies available here at the shop.
• Yarn: We will be knitting the Emma sweater versions A (long sleeved) or B (short sleeve). The pattern calls for 700 to 1400 yards of bulky yarn. If you prefer, you can knit an open weave version using a fingering weight yarn and large needles, which knits up as a summer-weight garment for layering. Come by the shop and we can help you choose.
• Needles: The pattern calls for size 11 circular needles 24" - 32". Before the first class, you will be given instructions for knitting a gauge swatch to determine which size needle you will use.
• Notions: Stitch markers of a variety of colors, stitch holders or waste yarn, blunt tapestry needles. Other optional needles and notions may be helpful. We'll discuss these in class.

• Book: "Cocoknits Sweater Workshop," by Julie Weisenberger, copies available here at the shop.
• Yarn: We will be knitting the Emma sweater versions A (long sleeved) or B (short sleeve). The pattern calls for 700 to 1400 yards of bulky yarn. If you prefer, you can knit an open weave version using a fingering weight yarn and large needles, which knits up as a summer-weight garment for layering. Come by the shop and we can help you choose.
• Needles: The pattern calls for size 11 circular needles 24" - 32". Before the first class, you will be given instructions for knitting a gauge swatch to determine which size needle you will use.
• Notions: Stitch markers of a variety of colors, stitch holders or waste yarn, blunt tapestry needles. Other optional needles and notions may be helpful. We'll discuss these in class.

Instructor: Marsha Krzyzewski

Sundays: September 30, 2018, from 3:00-4:30 pm; October 14, 2018, from 1:00-2:30 pm, Nov 18, 2018, from 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.

• 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).