Kindred Spirits Yarn Studio

Knitting Classes

	Moss Stitch Jacket knit along - Many of you have decided to make the moss stitch jacket made by Pat McLaughlin that has been on display in the store all summer. We have decided to make this an informal class. We will work on the jacket on Wed. mornings and Thursday evenings during our normal knit together gatherings. The Wed. morning get togethers will be Sept. 17, Oct. 15 & 29 and Nov. 19. The evening get togethers will be Sept. 18, Oct. 16 & 30 and Nov. 20.
	Off the Cuff Glove Taught by Jerri Walford. This pattern is from the Vogue Knitting 25^th Anniversary Issue. It is described a “sumptous”; and it is. “The construction starts flat at the cable cuff, then morphs into the round as right twists continue up into the stockinette stitch hand.” Stop in to see the sample. Cost $30.00. Saturdays, October 11, 25 and November 8, 10:15 – 12.
	Miters & Lace In this class we will combine picot cast on, yarn over's and modular knitting to make a scarf that can be either dressy or casual. Made with a lace or sock weight yarn, the scarf can be worn as an accessory piece in place of jewelry or made with a heavier yarn can look very nice with a coat or jacket. It looks very nice made with self striping or handpaint yarns. There are two samples made at the store to help you decide what yarn you will need for class. This will be a one day workshop on Oct. 18 from 10:00 - 2:00 with a break for lunch. The cost of the class is $30 which will include the pattern.
	Ring of Lace Wrap An airy wrap that can be worn several ways. Use a light-weight or lace-weight yarn. Cost $20.00. Saturdays, October 18 and November 1 from 10-12.
	Boot Sock This boot sock is from Rowan's Knitting for Him. It has a fold back cuff with a simple fair isle pattern and a new variation for the heel shaping. Basic sock experience is required.The class will begin Tuesday, Oct. 14 and meet again on Oct. 28 & Nov. 11 from 5 - 7. The cost is $30 plus supplies.
	Fair Isle Mittens In this class we will make a mitten Elizabeth Zimmermann's way. We will begin with an I cord and pick up stitches from the I cord for the cuff. There will be a fair isle pattern on the cuff with a different pattern on the hand. The thumb is shaped with a gusset, followed by Elizabeth's thumb trick and then completed after the mitten is finished. The pattern is sized for a woman's hand. This class will meet Tues., Oct. 21, Nov. 4 & Nov. 18 from 5 -7. The cost of the class is $35 which will include a pattern.

Dye Classes

Natural Dye Day

If you are interested in the this class, sign up now! It’s time to gather your plants and choose your yarn or fiber for dye day. There is a small amount of pre-class preparation. YOU WILL RECEIVE A HANDOUT WHEN YOU REGISTER. Queen Anne’s lace, jewelweed, walnut husks, hollyhocks, coreopsis, dahlias, St. John’s Wort, all make great dyes. It takes approximately 1 pound of dry material for a dye pot. Save your leaves and dead heads in a grocery bag or two – dry is best, but moldy is OK. We’ll begin by preparing the dye solution, then putting a small sample skein in each pot . You can purchase undyed yarn in a selection of weights. Cost $30.00. Saturday, September 13, 11 – 2.

Spinning and Weaving Classes

Spin Together: Much like “Bring your own knitting”, but with wheels. Join us on the first Tuesday of every month to spin with old friends and new. There is no charge for this class.

We will meet every Tuesday from 10:30 – 12:30.

Beginning Weaving

Our weaving instructor will be available for individual classes this session. Let us put you in touch. $10.00 per hour.

Spindle Spinning or Wheel Spinning – your choice. We will do either in each session. Spinning your own yarn gives you the ability to create a yarn that is perfect for your project. Practice to get a more even, well-balanced yarn, but save all your first yarn for texture!

Learning the basics of hand spinning on a spindle offers an opportunity to practice slowly with a minimal investment in equipment. A high whorl or low whorl spindle will be available for your use in class. Spindles and and fiber are available for sale.

The wheel class will include basics of wheel use and care, choice of fiber, several drafting techniques and miscellaneous tips for beginners.

Spindles and fiber available for purchase. Class $15.00. Every Tuesday in September and October, 12:30 – 2 p.m.

Bring Your Own Knitting: This class is for those who know how to knit (even if it’s just the basics) but who need help or guidance with a particular project. Students can pursue any project they wish. We’ll be here to answer questions and help with techniques. This is a continuous class meeting every week: on Wednesday 10:30-12:30 and Thursday 5-7. Students can sign up for as many sessions as they wish, and may schedule their sessions whenever there is space available. You do need to select projects PRIOR to the first session AND notify us before showing up. There is no charge.
Wednesdays 10:30-12:30 and Thursday 5-7.

Registration: Classes must be paid for in advance. If the cost does not include materials, those materials must be purchased at Kindred Spirits. Except in case of an emergency, class fees are not refundable, as a paid fee holds a place in the class. Class sizes will usually be limited to 5-6 people, so our students can have individual attention. And, of course, if you need additional help, you are welcome to come in anytime for help or camaraderie.