Winter 2017 Class Schedule
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Winter 2017 Class Schedule
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Learn-to-Knit Basics Cost: $65 Three Sessions Available Thursday evenings, Jan. 19, 26 and Feb. 2 from 6:15-8:15 pm Saturday mornings, Jan. 28, Feb. 4 & 11 from 9:30-11:30 am Friday mornings, Jan. 27, Feb. 3 & 10 from 9:30-11:30 am each session is 3 classes, each class is 2 hours In this class you will learn about different yarns and weights, how to do a long-tail cast on, knit, purl, do ribbing and learn to recognize stitches and bind off. You will knit a simple wash cloth and learn all the knitting basics to get you started. None Needles, 1 skein of yarn, Handi Tool, Mother of Purl project bag Class will have homework Heather Harden (Thursday evening & Friday morning classes) & Melly Rubins (Saturday morning classes)
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Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond Cost: $65 Three Sessions Available Thursday evenings, Feb. 9, 16 and March 2 from 6:15-8:15 pm Saturday mornings, March 11, 18 & 25 from 9:30-11:30 am Friday mornings, March 3, 10 & 17 from 9:30-11:30 am 3 classes, each class is 2 hours Learn to cast-on to circular needles, join in the round, knit in the round on circular and double pointed needles. Using simple lace techniques so you can complete a hat. Learn-to-Knit Basics or you must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off A circular needle, double-pointed needles, 1 skein of yarn, stitch marker, pattern, Mother of Purl project bag Class will have homework Heather Harden (Thursday evening & Friday morning classes) & Melly Rubins (Saturday morning classes)
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Learn-to-Crochet Basics Cost: $35 Monday evenings, March 6 & 13 from 6:00-8:00 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours Learn about yarns, hooks, reading stitches, chaining, turning your work, single crochet and double crochet None Hook, yarn, Mother of Purl project bag Susan Pennoyer
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Learn-to-Crochet Motifs Cost: $35 Monday evenings, March 20 & 27 from 6:00-8:00 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours This is a skill building class where you will learn to read charts, change colors, create shapes using new stitches, preparing you to begin a project on your own. Learn-to-Crochet Basics or you must be competent to independently single and double crochet, chain stitch and turn a row Hook, multiple small balls of yarn in a variety of colors, Mother of Purl project bag Susan Pennoyer
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Basics of Continental Knitting Cost: $35 Two Sessions Available Thursday morning, Jan. 19 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm Thurday evening, March 2 from 5:30-7:30 pm 1 two-hour class Learn the basics of continental knitting, a technique which involves holding your working yarn in the left hand as opposed to “English-style” in which you throw the yarn with the right hand. It is commonly considered to be a faster knitting technique. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off Yarn to practice this technique, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own single-point or circular needles US size 9 or 10 (not included but available for purchase) Aldona Shumway
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Basic Mittens Cost: $45 Wednesday evenings, Jan. 25 & Feb. 1 from 5:30-7:30 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours Learn how to make a basic mitten on double-pointed needles in a worsted weight wool. You’ll learn how to increase for a thumb gusset, how to make your thumb and a simple decrease to finish both thumb and the mitt. Must be competent to independently do a long-tail cast-on, join in the round, knit and purl in the round on double-pointed needles 1 set double-pointed needles, 1 skein yarn, stitch holder, pattern, Mother of Purl project bag Robin Oxenhorn
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Basic Socks Cost: $45 Saturday morning, Feb. 11 from 10:00 am-1:00 pm 1 three-hour class In this class you’ll knit one baby sock to learn all the aspects of sock knitting including turning a heel and the Kitchener stitch to close the toe. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off. You MUST have experience knitting in the round on double-pointed needles. Double-pointed needles, yarn, stitch holder, pattern, Mother of Purl project bag Robin Oxenhorn
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Basics of Magic Loop Cost: $35 Wednesday evening, Jan. 18 from 6:00-8:00 pm 1 two-hour class Make an adorable snowman cup cozy using magic loop, a technique that uses one long needle to knit in the round instead of double-pointed needles. Magic loop can be used to make socks, sleeves and hats and is a great skill to have in your toolbox. Must be competent to independently do a long-tail cast-on, knit, purl, bind-off, increase, decrease and be familiar with knitting in the round. Yarn and materials to make project, pattern, Magic Loop booklet, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own 32” or longer circular needle US size 4, Handi Tool, stitch markers, tapestry needle (not included, but available for purchase) Heather Harden
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Basic Cables Cost: $40 Sunday mornings, Jan. 22 & 29 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours You will learn several cable techniques including ropes, braids and traveling cables by knitting swatches in class. In addition, you will learn to read a cable chart, use a cable needle and how to select appropriate yarn for your cable projects. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off Yarn, cable needle, patterns for different cables, scarf and hat, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own needles, size #6 or 7 single-point (not included, but available for purchase) Deb Lawless
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Beginning Brioche Cost: $45 Saturday mornings, Jan. 21 & 28 from 9:30-11:30 am 2 classes, each class is 2 hours Learn the basics of two-color brioche knitting and make a brioche hat or cowl. Brioche knitting creates a double layered fabric that is both warm and visually interesting. Must be competent to independently do a long-tail cast-on, knit and purl Two colors of yarn, pattern, stitch marker, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own 32” circular needles, US size 5 for knitting your project and US size 8 for casting on your stitches (not included, but available for purchase) Merrilee Ericson
Cost: $65 Monday mornings, Jan. 23 & Feb. 6 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours Learn to knit a beautiful, yet simple two-color garter-stitch shawl while working with two colors in a striped pattern, as well as an increase technique that creates a nicely shaped shawl. Also, you’ll learn a stretchy bind-off especially good for shawl edges. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit and bind-off Pattern, two skeins of yarn, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own 24” or 32” circular US size 8 or 9, Handi Tool, tapestry needle (not included but available for purchase) Heather Harden
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Basic Intarsia Knitting Cost: $35 Saturday afternoon, Jan. 21 from 1:00-3:00 pm 1 two-hour class Learn the basics of intarsia knitting from the designer of dozens of intarsia sweaters. You’ll make a flat swatch using the intarsia technique of wrapping the yarn as you work in your design. When you finish the class you should be ready to tackle your own intarsia project. Must be competent to independently do a long-tail cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off Three colors of yarn, pattern, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own US size 7 single-point needles, tapestry needle (not included, but available for purchase) Gail Pfeifle, Roo Designs
Christmas Stocking Cost: $45 Sunday mornings, Jan. 29 & Feb. 5 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours Knitting this 7” mini-stocking will teach you all you need to make a traditional, full-size Christmas stocking. You will learn how to read a pattern and chart, stranded knitting, how to change colors, duplicate stitch, after-thought heel, knitting an i-cord and finishing a toe with the Kitchener stitch. Start now and you will have time to create heirloom stockings for the entire family. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl, knit in the round on double-pointed needles and bind-off Pattern, yarn, stitch markers, highlighter tape and Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own US size 8 or 9 double-pointed needles, tapestry needle (not included but available for purchase) Robin Oxenhorn Beginning Lace: Kohi Shawl Cost: $65 Wednesday evenings, March 1 & 15 from 6:00-8:00 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours Learn how to do basic lace work while knitting a beautiful, yet simple lace shawl. You will learn how to follow written directions and read a chart for lace, plus yo’s, ssk’s and k2tog’s. Also, you’ll learn a stretchy bind-off especially good for shawl edges. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit and bind-off Pattern, yarn, stitch markers, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own needles, 24” or 32” circular US size 7 or 8 needle (not included but available for purchase) Heather Harden
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Finishing Stitches Cost: $25 Monday evening, Feb. 13 from 6:00-8:00 pm 1 two-hour class Learn various techniques to finish your projects. You’ll knit 3 swatches made from your stash yarn and bring to class to learn the Kitchener, mattress and whip stitches and a three-needle bind-off. Directions for swatches will be provided upon registration. Must be competent to independently cast on, knit, purl and bind-off Tapestry needle, Mother of Purl project bag Before class, knit 3 swatches and bring with you to class (see pattern provided), bring your own 24” or 32” circular needles US size 8, Handi Tool (not included but available for purchase) Heather Harden Knitting Tips & Tricks Cost: $65 Thursday mornings, Jan. 26, Feb. 2, 9 & 16 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm 4 classes, each class is 2 hours This series of four classes will address specific topics to help you take your knitting to the next level. One topic will be covered in one 2-hour session. Topics include: • Read Your Knitting - Being able to read your knitting is the first step in identifying problems. You’ll learn how to differentiate between a knit and purl stitch, the right side from the wrong side of your knitting. recognize twisted or dropped stitches, increase and decrease problems and other common mistakes. • Fixing Mistakes - Now that you can recognize your mistakes, let’s learn how to fix them. You’ll cover picking up dropped and missed stitches, changing a knit to a purl, plus how to use techniques such as “tinking” to help you correct and avoid mistakes. • Cast-On and Bind-Off Techniques - There are a multitude of ways to cast-on and bind-off. What are the differences and when would you use which method? This discussion will show examples and have clear handouts. • Picking Up Stitches - Learn the correct way to pick-up stitches both vertically and horizontally. You would use this for putting a button-band on a cardigan sweater or a collar on a pieced sweater. Basic knitting experience Handi Tool, Bring a notebook and pen to take notes Aldona Shumway, Deb Lawless and others
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Mosaic Colorwork Cowl Cost: $65 Tuesday evening, Jan. 24 from 5:30-7:30 pm 1 two-hour class Learn to knit a unique colorwork cowl using the mosaic technique, a simple way to do two-color knitting. We will start the cowl in class and you will finish on your own. You will get a demonstration of the mattress stitch that you will use for sewing your cowl together. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl, bind-off. Pattern, 4 skeins Noro Silk Garden yarn, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own US size 6 or 7 straight or circular needles (not included but available for purchase) Patty Bright
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Mobius Cowl Cost: $35 Saturday morning, Feb. 4 from 9:30-11:30 am 1 two-hour class Learn to do a mobius cast-on and knit in the round while creating a beautiful and colorful cowl Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off 1 skein Noro Silk Garden yarn, pattern, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own 40” circular US size 9 needles, stitch markers (not incuded, but available for purchase) Merrilee Ericson
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Pure Joy Shawl Cost: $65 Sunday afternoon, March 12 & 26 from 1:00-3:00 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours Create a beautiful two-color crescent-shaped shawl in this class. With this shawl you will learn how to do a garter tab cast-on, short rows (wrap and turn) in garter stitch, increasing to create the crescent shape, eyelet rows and an elastic bind-off. Discussion of blocking will be included. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit and bind-off. Pattern, yarn, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own 32” or longer circular needle in US size 6 to class (not included but available for purchase) Heidi Hackney Zeke the Alpaca Cost: $45 Tuesday evening, Jan. 17 & 31 from 5:30-7:30 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours At the end of this class you will have completed an adorable alpaca stuffed animal. Skills you’ll learn include pinhole cast-on, increasing, decreasing attaching limbs, clever shaping and construction techniques and whimsy. Come see Zeke and his friends in the shop! Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off and be comfortable knitting in the round on double-pointed needles. Pattern, stuffing, beads for eyes and Mother of Purl project bag Bring worsted weight yarn from your stash appropriate for stuffed animal, US size 4 doublepointed needles, crochet hook and tapestry needle (not included but available for purchase) Aldona Shumway
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Spring Robin Cost: $45 Tuesday evenings, March 7 & 14 from 5:30-7:30 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours In this class students will complete a life-sized robin which can hang as an ornament or sit on a window sill. Skills include knitting in the round, picking up stitches and short rows. If you’ve never tried short rows, this is a great introduction as the results are quickly visible. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off and must be comfortable knitting/purling in the round on double-pointed needles. Yarn, pattern and materials for one robin, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own US size 3 double-pointed needles, tapestry needle to class (not included but available for purchase) Aldona Shumway
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Pop! Mini-Blanket Cost: $75 Sunday mornings, Jan. 22 & Feb. 5 from 9:30 am-12:30 pm 2 classes, each class is 3 hours Learn to knit, block, and join squares using the Pop! Blanket pattern. In the first class, we will create one (or more) squares using the pinhole cast-on, knitting in the round, increasing, short rows and suspended bind-off. In the second class, we will continue knitting, answer questions and learn how to block and join squares to make the blanket. Participants should come to the second class with at least four squares completed in order to learn to join the finished squares with crochet. Note: finished blanket measures 25” x 33” but you may make it as large as you’d like although this will require purchase of additional yarn. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl, bind-off, experience knitting in the round on double-pointed needles is strongly recommended Yarn, pattern, a Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own US size 8 double-pointed (set of 5) needles (not included, but available for purchase) Aldona Shumway
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Design Your Own Cable Scarf Cost: $50 Sunday mornings, March 19 & 26 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours In this class you will learn to design your own cable scarf by combining various cables into your own unique design. Using a lecture format, we will discuss finding resources for cable patterns, managing repeats, managing cable take-up and making swatches. You’ll work at home to create your scarf design using graphs. The second class will focus on refining and troubleshooting your design, casting-on and starting your scarf. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl, bind-off, cable and familiarity with reading cable charts is helpful. This is NOT a class to learn to cable. Cable Left, Cable Right book, graph paper, handouts, Mother of Purl project bag For the second class you should bring your yarn (details discussed in first class), appropriate size needles, cable needle (not included, but available for purchase) Deb Lawless
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Socks – Two-at-a-Time Toe-Up Cost: $85 Saturday mornings, March 4, 11, 18 and 25 from 9:30-11:30 am 4 classes, each class is 2 hours Learn this method of knitting two socks at once using one needle and Judy Becker’s magic cast on. When you’re done you’re done! This is for an intermediate knitter who has knit a pair of socks previously. You must be competent to independently cast on, knit and purl. 1 skein sock yarn, needles, pattern, Mother of Purl project bag Class will have homework Merrilee Ericson
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Needle Felted Sheep Ornament Cost: $25 Saturday morning, March 4 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm 1 two-hour class Learn the basics of needle felting while creating a two-dimensional design on a felt background. None Wool roving, felting needles, a foam pad, and other materials to finish your ornament Bring your own small pair of scissors (not included but available for purchase) Cindy Skidgel Drop Spindle Spinning and Plying Cost: $30 Two Sessions Available - one for kids! Wednesday morning, Feb. 8 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm *Saturday morning, Feb. 18 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm 1 two-hour class Learn the basics of using a drop spindle to spin wool roving into a single-ply yarn. In addition you’ll learn how to spin your single-plies into a two-ply yarn. *Saturday, Feb. 18 class is for children 11 years and up, adults are also welcome. None Wool roving, drop spindle, Mother of Purl project bag Cathie Peterson Basic Stitching - Valentine’s Project Cost: $35 Saturday afternoon, Feb. 11 from 1:00-3:00 pm 1 two-hour class You’ll sew 1 of these tempting confections in class and bring the materials home to make the rest. These yummy cakes are easy to make and become an adorable Valentine’s Day gift or use them as pin cushions or sweet props for tea parties. Some hand sewing experience is helpful One Heidi Boyd Whimsy kit Please bring a small pair of scissors (not included but available for purchase) Heidi Boyd
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Yoga for Knitters Cost: $10 per class, please pre-register Fourth Sunday of the month, Jan. 22, Feb. 26, March 26 from 1:00-2:00 pm 3 classes, each class is 2 hours This one-hour seated yoga class will focus on postures that will help relieve tired arms, shoulders and hands. Learn different strategies for over-use injury prevention and recovery. Whether you are new or experienced in yoga, modifications will be given to ensure a safe and rewarding class for everyone. Elizabeth has been certified as a yoga instructor for over 12 years and she specializes in injury prevention and recovery. She is in the process of opening her own yoga studio, Celebration Tree Yoga in Durham, Maine. None Wear loose, comfortable clothing Elizabeth Burd, Celebration Tree Yoga
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Afghan Square-of-the-Month Club Cost: $160 This is a 12-month project, knitting one afghan square a month, learning a new technique for each square, creating a beautiful handknit afghan. First class is Jan. 26, then the second Saturday of each month from 1:00 – 2:00 pm Feb. 11, March 11, Apr. 8, May 13, June 10, July 8, Aug. 12, Sept. 9, Oct. 14, Nov. 11, Dec. 9 Through the year you’ll learn how to read a chart, knit bobbles, do simple decreases, knit cables, do slip-stitch among others. In the end you’ll learn how to put it all together with finishing techniques. This is a great way to bring your knitting to the next level and have fun with a great group of knitters. Yarn in your choice of yarn color(s), book with patterns and helpful tips, one mini-class each month to get you started Bring your own 24” circular or single-point US size 10 needles (not included, but available for purchase) Melly Rubins
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Girls’ Night Out Knitting Series - Various Topics Cost: $10/week Second Friday of the Month - Feb. 10 & March 10 from 6:00-8:00 pm 1 two-hour talk each session, bring your own knitting The Girls’ Night Out Knitting Series is a knitting group with a purpose. Come join a group who is interested in getting out, finding some time to knit while also learning some interesting knitting know-how, presented in a relaxed and fun way with lots of Q&A. Feb. 10 - Learn how to choose the right colors/types of yarn for your pattern. Should you use a solid color or a varigated or a tonal or a gradient - what’s the difference? March 10 - Learn how to choose the right fiber for your pattern. How to balance the need for structure vs. softness vs. weight vs. texture. Heather Harden
Design Your Own Class Cost: variable You schedule it Whatever it takes Gather a group of at least six who are interested in a specific topic – what skills would you like to learn, is there a project you’d like to make with guidance? Call Mother of Purl at 207-869-5280 and speak to Aldona or Patty to organize your private class.
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DESIGNER CLASS & LECTURE
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Mary Jane Mucklestone
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Mother of Purl is thrilled to offer a class and lecture by knitwear designer Mary Jane Mucklestone. Please join us for one or both of these exciting events.
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Scandinavian Knitting Cost: $95 class alone with Mary Jane Mucklestone Cost: $105 class & lecture Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 22 from 2:00-5:00 pm 1 three-hour class Learn how to knit a traditional Scandinavian hat with author and knitwear designer Mary Jane Mucklestone. You’ll learn two-color stranded knitting, a Norwegian purl stitch, and two-color garter stitch in the round. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl, and knit in the round on circular and double-pointed needles Storhedder pattern, yarn, stitch markers, marking tape, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own 16” circular US sizes 5 and 7 and size 7 double-pointed needles (not included but available for purchase) Mary Jane Mucklestone, Knitwear Designer
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Color Inspiration for Fair Isle Knitting Cost: $15 lecture alone Wednesday evening, Feb. 22 from 6:00-7:00 pm One-hour lecture plus Q&A Ever wonder how Mary Jane Mucklestone comes up with the color combinations she uses in her books and knitting designs? Many were developed just by taking a stroll along the roads and byways of the remote and rugged Shetland Islands. This lecture will be a combination of a Shetland travelogue juxtaposed with swatches directly inspired by the landscape. Images of traditional textiles from the Shetland Museum and other local collections are also included. This lecture will inspire you to see your own daily environment in a different more colorful way!
Book and Designs by Mary Jane Mucklestone
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Cost: FREE Sunday afternoon, Jan. 22 from 3:00-4:00 pm 1 hour demo You’ll see a demonstration on how to make a huge pom-pom using a simple pom-pom maker. Please note that this is just a demonstration and not a hand-on class. Heidi Hackney
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Ravelry 101 Cost: FREE Saturday afternoon, Feb. 4 from 1:00-3:00 pm Learn why Ravelry is such a valuable tool, You’ll get acquainted with the website; learn how to set up an account; navigate around the site to find patterns, stash yarns, friends/designers; and join groups that will support you. Finally, you’ll see how to add your own projects to provide feedback to other knitters. Experience working on your own computer or tablet, must have an email address Heidi Hackney
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Drum Carder Demo Cost: FREE Saturday, Feb. 25 from 11:00 am-12:00 pm 1 hour demo See how a drum carder works as Cathie cards some of her own wool, angora and alpaca as well as how she blends different fibers and colors to make one-of-a-kind batts which can be used for spinning and felting. Cathie will have some of her own custom-blended batts for sale. Cathie Peterson
KNITTING HELP Weekly Problem Solving Session at Mother of Purl Having trouble with a project? Dropped a stitch? Lost where you are in your pattern? Finished your sweater and don’t know how to put it together? Haven’t touched your project in months or years and can’t fathom how to start up again? We’re here to help! • Group Drop-In Sessions will be on Wednesdays 10:00 am-12:00 pm and cost $15.00 per 2-hour group sessions, or you can purchase a 4-session punch card for $55.00. Come on in and get your project moving forward again. • Individual Appointments for more focused, one-on-one sessions can be made with any of our employees. Sessions cost $20 per hour and can be made by calling or emailing us at the shop. Reach us at Mother of Purl at 207-869-5280 or [email protected].
OUR KNITTING COMMUNITY Weekly Sit-and-Knit Sessions at Mother of Purl:
Tuesday - 10:00 am-12:00 pm Thursday - 5:00-8:00 pm
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Winter 2017 Class Calendar January: 17 (Tuesday) - Zeke the Alpaca, 5:30-7:30 pm, 1 of 2 class 18 (Wednesday) - Basics of Magic Loop, 6:00-8:00 pm, 1 of 1 class 19 (Thursday) - Basics of Continental Knitting, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 1 of 1 class 19 (Thursday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics, 6:15-8:15 pm, 1 of 3 classes 21 (Saturday) - Beginning Brioche, 9:30-11:30 pm, 1 of 2 classes 21 (Saturday) - Basic Intarsia, 1:00-3:00 pm, 1 of 1 class 22 (Sunday) - Basic Cables, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 1 of 2 classes 22 (Sunday) - Pop! Mini Blanket, 9:30 am-12:30 pm, 1 of 2 classes 22 (Sunday) - Yoga for Knitters, 1:00-2:00 pm, once a month 22 (Sunday) - Pom-Pom Making Demonstration, 3:00-4:00, FREE DEMO 23 (Monday) - My First Shawl: Playing with Color, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 1 of 2 classes 24 (Tuesday) - Mosaic Colorwork Cowl, 5:30-7:30 pm, 1 of 1 class 25 (Wednesday) - Basic Mittens, 5:30-7:30 pm, 1 of 2 classes 26 (Thursday) - Knitting Tips and Tricks, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 1 of 4 classes 26 (Thursday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics, 6:15-8:15 pm, 2 of 3 classes 27 (Friday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics, 9:30-11:30 am, 1 of 3 classes 28 (Saturday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics, 9:30-11:30 am, 1 of 3 classes 28 (Saturday) - Beginning Brioche, 9:30-11:30 pm, 2 of 2 classes 28 (Saturday) - Afghan Square-of-the-Month Club, 1:00-3:00 pm, 1 of 12 29 (Sunday) - Basic Cables, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 2 of 2 classes 29 (Sunday) - Christmas Stocking, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 1 of 2 classes 31 (Tuesday) - Zeke the Alpaca, 5:30-7:30 pm, 2 of 2 class February: 1 (Wednesday) - Basic Mittens, 5:30-7:30 pm, 2 of 2 classes 2 (Thursday) - Knitting Tips and Tricks, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 2 of 4 classes 2 (Thursday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics, 6:15-8:15 pm, 3 of 3 classes 3 (Friday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics, 9:30-11:30 am, 2 of 3 classes 4 (Saturday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics, 9:30-11:30 am, 2 of 3 classes 4 (Saturday) - Mobius Cowl, 9:30-11:30 am, 1 of 1 classes 4 (Saturday) - Ravelry 101, 1:00-2:00 pm, FREE DEMO 5 (Sunday) - Christmas Stocking, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 2 of 2 classes 5 (Sunday) - Pop! Mini Blanket, 9:30 am-12:30 pm, 2 of 2 classes 6 (Monday) - My First Shawl: Playing with Color, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 2 of 2 classes 8 (Wednesday) - Drop Spindle Spinning and Plying, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 1 of 1 classes 9 (Thursday) - Knitting Tips and Tricks, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 3 of 4 classes 9 (Thursday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond, 6:15-8:15 pm, 1 of 3 classes 10 (Friday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics, 9:30-11:30 am, 3 of 3 classes 10 (Friday) - Girls’ Night Out Knitting Series, 6:00-8:00 pm, once a month 11 (Saturday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics, 9:30-11:30 am, 3 of 3 classes 11 (Saturday) - Basic Socks, 10:00 am-1:00 pm, 1 of 1 class 11 (Saturday) - Basic Stitching, 1:00-3:00 pm, 1 of 1 class 11 (Saturday) - Afghan Square-of-the-Month Club, 1:00-2:00 pm, 2 of 12
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Feb. cont: 13 (Monday) - Finishing Stitches, 6:00-8:00 pm, 1 of 1 classes 16 (Thursday) - Knitting Tips and Tricks, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 4 of 4 classes 16 (Thursday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond, 6:15-8:15 pm, 2 of 3 classes 18 (Saturday) - Drop Spindle Spinning and Plying for Kids, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 1 of 1 classes 22 (Wednesday) - Scandinavian Knitting with Mary Jane Muckleston, 2:00-5:00 pm, 1 of 1 classes 22 (Wednesday) - Lecture by Mary Jane Mucklestone, Color Inspiration for Fair Isle, 6:00-7:00 pm 25 (Saturday) - Drum Carder Demo, 11:00 am-12:00 pm, FREE DEMO 26 (Sunday) - Yoga for Knitters, 1:00-2:00 pm, once a month March: 1 (Wednesday) - Beginning Lace: Kohi Shawl, 6:00-8:00 pm, 1 of 2 classes 2 (Thursday) - Basics of Continental Knitting, 5:30 am-7:30 pm, 1 of 1 class 2 (Thursday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond, 6:15-8:15 pm, 3 of 3 classes 3 (Friday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond, 9:30-11:30 am, 1 of 3 classes 4 (Saturday) - Socks – Two-at-a-Time Toe-up, 9:30-11:30 am, 1 of 4 classes 4 (Saturday) - Needle Felted Sheep Ornament, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 1 of 1 class 6 (Monday) - Learn-to-Crochet Basics, 6:00-8:00 pm, 1 of 2 classes 7 (Tuesday) - Spring Robin, 5:30-7:30 pm, 1 of 2 classes 10 (Friday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond, 9:30-11:30 am, 2 of 3 classes 10 (Friday) - Girls’ Night Out Knitting Series, 6:00-8:00 pm, once a month 11 (Saturday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond, 9:30-11:30 am, 1 of 3 classes 11 (Saturday) - Socks – Two-at-a-Time Toe-up, 9:30-11:30 am, 2 of 4 classes 11 (Saturday) - Afghan Square-of-the-Month Club, 1:00-2:00 pm, 3 of 12 12 (Sunday) - Pure Joy Shawl, 1:00-3:00 pm, 1 of 2 classes 13 (Monday) - Learn-to-Crochet Basics, 6:00-8:00 pm, 2 of 2 classes 14 (Tuesday) - Spring Robin, 5:30-7:30 pm, 2 of 2 classes 15 (Wednesday) - Beginning Lace: Kohi Shawl, 6:00-8:00 pm, 2 of 2 classes 17 (Friday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond, 9:30-11:30 am, 3 of 3 classes 18 (Saturday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond, 9:30-11:30 am, 2 of 3 classes 18 (Saturday) - Socks – Two-at-a-Time Toe-up, 9:30-11:30 am, 3 of 4 classes 19 (Sunday) - Design Your Own Cable Scarf, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 1 of 2 classes 20 (Monday) - Learn-to-Crochet Motifs, 6:00-8:00 pm, 1 of 2 classes 25 (Saturday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond, 9:30-11:30 am, 3 of 3 classes 25 (Saturday) - Socks – Two-at-a-Time Toe-up, 9:30-11:30 am, 4 of 4 classes 26 (Sunday) - Design Your Own Cable Scarf, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 2 of 2 classes 26 (Sunday) - Pure Joy Shawl, 1:00-3:00 pm, 2 of 2 classes 26 (Sunday) - Yoga for Knitters, 1:00-2:00 pm, once a month 27 (Monday) - Learn-to-Crochet Motifs, 6:00-8:00 pm, 2 of 2 classes
To Register - Call (207-869-5280), email ([email protected]) or stop by the shop to register for any of our classes. Payment must be made when registering and can be done by credit card, cash or check. Class sizes are limited. Contact us with any questions or visit www. motherofpurlyarn.com.
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Learn-to-Knit Basics Cost: $65 Three Sessions Available Thursday evenings, Jan. 19, 26 and Feb. 2 from 6:15-8:15 pm Saturday mornings, Jan. 28, Feb. 4 & 11 from 9:30-11:30 am Friday mornings, Jan. 27, Feb. 3 & 10 from 9:30-11:30 am each session is 3 classes, each class is 2 hours In this class you will learn about different yarns and weights, how to do a long-tail cast on, knit, purl, do ribbing and learn to recognize stitches and bind off. You will knit a simple wash cloth and learn all the knitting basics to get you started. None Needles, 1 skein of yarn, Handi Tool, Mother of Purl project bag Class will have homework Heather Harden (Thursday evening & Friday morning classes) & Melly Rubins (Saturday morning classes)
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Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond Cost: $65 Three Sessions Available Thursday evenings, Feb. 9, 16 and March 2 from 6:15-8:15 pm Saturday mornings, March 11, 18 & 25 from 9:30-11:30 am Friday mornings, March 3, 10 & 17 from 9:30-11:30 am 3 classes, each class is 2 hours Learn to cast-on to circular needles, join in the round, knit in the round on circular and double pointed needles. Using simple lace techniques so you can complete a hat. Learn-to-Knit Basics or you must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off A circular needle, double-pointed needles, 1 skein of yarn, stitch marker, pattern, Mother of Purl project bag Class will have homework Heather Harden (Thursday evening & Friday morning classes) & Melly Rubins (Saturday morning classes)
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Learn-to-Crochet Basics Cost: $35 Monday evenings, March 6 & 13 from 6:00-8:00 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours Learn about yarns, hooks, reading stitches, chaining, turning your work, single crochet and double crochet None Hook, yarn, Mother of Purl project bag Susan Pennoyer
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Learn-to-Crochet Motifs Cost: $35 Monday evenings, March 20 & 27 from 6:00-8:00 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours This is a skill building class where you will learn to read charts, change colors, create shapes using new stitches, preparing you to begin a project on your own. Learn-to-Crochet Basics or you must be competent to independently single and double crochet, chain stitch and turn a row Hook, multiple small balls of yarn in a variety of colors, Mother of Purl project bag Susan Pennoyer
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Basics of Continental Knitting Cost: $35 Two Sessions Available Thursday morning, Jan. 19 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm Thurday evening, March 2 from 5:30-7:30 pm 1 two-hour class Learn the basics of continental knitting, a technique which involves holding your working yarn in the left hand as opposed to “English-style” in which you throw the yarn with the right hand. It is commonly considered to be a faster knitting technique. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off Yarn to practice this technique, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own single-point or circular needles US size 9 or 10 (not included but available for purchase) Aldona Shumway
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Basic Mittens Cost: $45 Wednesday evenings, Jan. 25 & Feb. 1 from 5:30-7:30 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours Learn how to make a basic mitten on double-pointed needles in a worsted weight wool. You’ll learn how to increase for a thumb gusset, how to make your thumb and a simple decrease to finish both thumb and the mitt. Must be competent to independently do a long-tail cast-on, join in the round, knit and purl in the round on double-pointed needles 1 set double-pointed needles, 1 skein yarn, stitch holder, pattern, Mother of Purl project bag Robin Oxenhorn
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Basic Socks Cost: $45 Saturday morning, Feb. 11 from 10:00 am-1:00 pm 1 three-hour class In this class you’ll knit one baby sock to learn all the aspects of sock knitting including turning a heel and the Kitchener stitch to close the toe. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off. You MUST have experience knitting in the round on double-pointed needles. Double-pointed needles, yarn, stitch holder, pattern, Mother of Purl project bag Robin Oxenhorn
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Basics of Magic Loop Cost: $35 Wednesday evening, Jan. 18 from 6:00-8:00 pm 1 two-hour class Make an adorable snowman cup cozy using magic loop, a technique that uses one long needle to knit in the round instead of double-pointed needles. Magic loop can be used to make socks, sleeves and hats and is a great skill to have in your toolbox. Must be competent to independently do a long-tail cast-on, knit, purl, bind-off, increase, decrease and be familiar with knitting in the round. Yarn and materials to make project, pattern, Magic Loop booklet, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own 32” or longer circular needle US size 4, Handi Tool, stitch markers, tapestry needle (not included, but available for purchase) Heather Harden
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Basic Cables Cost: $40 Sunday mornings, Jan. 22 & 29 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours You will learn several cable techniques including ropes, braids and traveling cables by knitting swatches in class. In addition, you will learn to read a cable chart, use a cable needle and how to select appropriate yarn for your cable projects. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off Yarn, cable needle, patterns for different cables, scarf and hat, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own needles, size #6 or 7 single-point (not included, but available for purchase) Deb Lawless
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Beginning Brioche Cost: $45 Saturday mornings, Jan. 21 & 28 from 9:30-11:30 am 2 classes, each class is 2 hours Learn the basics of two-color brioche knitting and make a brioche hat or cowl. Brioche knitting creates a double layered fabric that is both warm and visually interesting. Must be competent to independently do a long-tail cast-on, knit and purl Two colors of yarn, pattern, stitch marker, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own 32” circular needles, US size 5 for knitting your project and US size 8 for casting on your stitches (not included, but available for purchase) Merrilee Ericson
Cost: $65 Monday mornings, Jan. 23 & Feb. 6 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours Learn to knit a beautiful, yet simple two-color garter-stitch shawl while working with two colors in a striped pattern, as well as an increase technique that creates a nicely shaped shawl. Also, you’ll learn a stretchy bind-off especially good for shawl edges. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit and bind-off Pattern, two skeins of yarn, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own 24” or 32” circular US size 8 or 9, Handi Tool, tapestry needle (not included but available for purchase) Heather Harden
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Basic Intarsia Knitting Cost: $35 Saturday afternoon, Jan. 21 from 1:00-3:00 pm 1 two-hour class Learn the basics of intarsia knitting from the designer of dozens of intarsia sweaters. You’ll make a flat swatch using the intarsia technique of wrapping the yarn as you work in your design. When you finish the class you should be ready to tackle your own intarsia project. Must be competent to independently do a long-tail cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off Three colors of yarn, pattern, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own US size 7 single-point needles, tapestry needle (not included, but available for purchase) Gail Pfeifle, Roo Designs
Christmas Stocking Cost: $45 Sunday mornings, Jan. 29 & Feb. 5 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours Knitting this 7” mini-stocking will teach you all you need to make a traditional, full-size Christmas stocking. You will learn how to read a pattern and chart, stranded knitting, how to change colors, duplicate stitch, after-thought heel, knitting an i-cord and finishing a toe with the Kitchener stitch. Start now and you will have time to create heirloom stockings for the entire family. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl, knit in the round on double-pointed needles and bind-off Pattern, yarn, stitch markers, highlighter tape and Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own US size 8 or 9 double-pointed needles, tapestry needle (not included but available for purchase) Robin Oxenhorn Beginning Lace: Kohi Shawl Cost: $65 Wednesday evenings, March 1 & 15 from 6:00-8:00 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours Learn how to do basic lace work while knitting a beautiful, yet simple lace shawl. You will learn how to follow written directions and read a chart for lace, plus yo’s, ssk’s and k2tog’s. Also, you’ll learn a stretchy bind-off especially good for shawl edges. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit and bind-off Pattern, yarn, stitch markers, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own needles, 24” or 32” circular US size 7 or 8 needle (not included but available for purchase) Heather Harden
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Finishing Stitches Cost: $25 Monday evening, Feb. 13 from 6:00-8:00 pm 1 two-hour class Learn various techniques to finish your projects. You’ll knit 3 swatches made from your stash yarn and bring to class to learn the Kitchener, mattress and whip stitches and a three-needle bind-off. Directions for swatches will be provided upon registration. Must be competent to independently cast on, knit, purl and bind-off Tapestry needle, Mother of Purl project bag Before class, knit 3 swatches and bring with you to class (see pattern provided), bring your own 24” or 32” circular needles US size 8, Handi Tool (not included but available for purchase) Heather Harden Knitting Tips & Tricks Cost: $65 Thursday mornings, Jan. 26, Feb. 2, 9 & 16 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm 4 classes, each class is 2 hours This series of four classes will address specific topics to help you take your knitting to the next level. One topic will be covered in one 2-hour session. Topics include: • Read Your Knitting - Being able to read your knitting is the first step in identifying problems. You’ll learn how to differentiate between a knit and purl stitch, the right side from the wrong side of your knitting. recognize twisted or dropped stitches, increase and decrease problems and other common mistakes. • Fixing Mistakes - Now that you can recognize your mistakes, let’s learn how to fix them. You’ll cover picking up dropped and missed stitches, changing a knit to a purl, plus how to use techniques such as “tinking” to help you correct and avoid mistakes. • Cast-On and Bind-Off Techniques - There are a multitude of ways to cast-on and bind-off. What are the differences and when would you use which method? This discussion will show examples and have clear handouts. • Picking Up Stitches - Learn the correct way to pick-up stitches both vertically and horizontally. You would use this for putting a button-band on a cardigan sweater or a collar on a pieced sweater. Basic knitting experience Handi Tool, Bring a notebook and pen to take notes Aldona Shumway, Deb Lawless and others
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Mosaic Colorwork Cowl Cost: $65 Tuesday evening, Jan. 24 from 5:30-7:30 pm 1 two-hour class Learn to knit a unique colorwork cowl using the mosaic technique, a simple way to do two-color knitting. We will start the cowl in class and you will finish on your own. You will get a demonstration of the mattress stitch that you will use for sewing your cowl together. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl, bind-off. Pattern, 4 skeins Noro Silk Garden yarn, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own US size 6 or 7 straight or circular needles (not included but available for purchase) Patty Bright
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Mobius Cowl Cost: $35 Saturday morning, Feb. 4 from 9:30-11:30 am 1 two-hour class Learn to do a mobius cast-on and knit in the round while creating a beautiful and colorful cowl Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off 1 skein Noro Silk Garden yarn, pattern, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own 40” circular US size 9 needles, stitch markers (not incuded, but available for purchase) Merrilee Ericson
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Pure Joy Shawl Cost: $65 Sunday afternoon, March 12 & 26 from 1:00-3:00 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours Create a beautiful two-color crescent-shaped shawl in this class. With this shawl you will learn how to do a garter tab cast-on, short rows (wrap and turn) in garter stitch, increasing to create the crescent shape, eyelet rows and an elastic bind-off. Discussion of blocking will be included. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit and bind-off. Pattern, yarn, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own 32” or longer circular needle in US size 6 to class (not included but available for purchase) Heidi Hackney Zeke the Alpaca Cost: $45 Tuesday evening, Jan. 17 & 31 from 5:30-7:30 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours At the end of this class you will have completed an adorable alpaca stuffed animal. Skills you’ll learn include pinhole cast-on, increasing, decreasing attaching limbs, clever shaping and construction techniques and whimsy. Come see Zeke and his friends in the shop! Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off and be comfortable knitting in the round on double-pointed needles. Pattern, stuffing, beads for eyes and Mother of Purl project bag Bring worsted weight yarn from your stash appropriate for stuffed animal, US size 4 doublepointed needles, crochet hook and tapestry needle (not included but available for purchase) Aldona Shumway
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Spring Robin Cost: $45 Tuesday evenings, March 7 & 14 from 5:30-7:30 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours In this class students will complete a life-sized robin which can hang as an ornament or sit on a window sill. Skills include knitting in the round, picking up stitches and short rows. If you’ve never tried short rows, this is a great introduction as the results are quickly visible. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl and bind-off and must be comfortable knitting/purling in the round on double-pointed needles. Yarn, pattern and materials for one robin, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own US size 3 double-pointed needles, tapestry needle to class (not included but available for purchase) Aldona Shumway
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Pop! Mini-Blanket Cost: $75 Sunday mornings, Jan. 22 & Feb. 5 from 9:30 am-12:30 pm 2 classes, each class is 3 hours Learn to knit, block, and join squares using the Pop! Blanket pattern. In the first class, we will create one (or more) squares using the pinhole cast-on, knitting in the round, increasing, short rows and suspended bind-off. In the second class, we will continue knitting, answer questions and learn how to block and join squares to make the blanket. Participants should come to the second class with at least four squares completed in order to learn to join the finished squares with crochet. Note: finished blanket measures 25” x 33” but you may make it as large as you’d like although this will require purchase of additional yarn. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl, bind-off, experience knitting in the round on double-pointed needles is strongly recommended Yarn, pattern, a Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own US size 8 double-pointed (set of 5) needles (not included, but available for purchase) Aldona Shumway
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Design Your Own Cable Scarf Cost: $50 Sunday mornings, March 19 & 26 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm 2 classes, each class is 2 hours In this class you will learn to design your own cable scarf by combining various cables into your own unique design. Using a lecture format, we will discuss finding resources for cable patterns, managing repeats, managing cable take-up and making swatches. You’ll work at home to create your scarf design using graphs. The second class will focus on refining and troubleshooting your design, casting-on and starting your scarf. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl, bind-off, cable and familiarity with reading cable charts is helpful. This is NOT a class to learn to cable. Cable Left, Cable Right book, graph paper, handouts, Mother of Purl project bag For the second class you should bring your yarn (details discussed in first class), appropriate size needles, cable needle (not included, but available for purchase) Deb Lawless
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Socks – Two-at-a-Time Toe-Up Cost: $85 Saturday mornings, March 4, 11, 18 and 25 from 9:30-11:30 am 4 classes, each class is 2 hours Learn this method of knitting two socks at once using one needle and Judy Becker’s magic cast on. When you’re done you’re done! This is for an intermediate knitter who has knit a pair of socks previously. You must be competent to independently cast on, knit and purl. 1 skein sock yarn, needles, pattern, Mother of Purl project bag Class will have homework Merrilee Ericson
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Needle Felted Sheep Ornament Cost: $25 Saturday morning, March 4 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm 1 two-hour class Learn the basics of needle felting while creating a two-dimensional design on a felt background. None Wool roving, felting needles, a foam pad, and other materials to finish your ornament Bring your own small pair of scissors (not included but available for purchase) Cindy Skidgel Drop Spindle Spinning and Plying Cost: $30 Two Sessions Available - one for kids! Wednesday morning, Feb. 8 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm *Saturday morning, Feb. 18 from 10:00 am-12:00 pm 1 two-hour class Learn the basics of using a drop spindle to spin wool roving into a single-ply yarn. In addition you’ll learn how to spin your single-plies into a two-ply yarn. *Saturday, Feb. 18 class is for children 11 years and up, adults are also welcome. None Wool roving, drop spindle, Mother of Purl project bag Cathie Peterson Basic Stitching - Valentine’s Project Cost: $35 Saturday afternoon, Feb. 11 from 1:00-3:00 pm 1 two-hour class You’ll sew 1 of these tempting confections in class and bring the materials home to make the rest. These yummy cakes are easy to make and become an adorable Valentine’s Day gift or use them as pin cushions or sweet props for tea parties. Some hand sewing experience is helpful One Heidi Boyd Whimsy kit Please bring a small pair of scissors (not included but available for purchase) Heidi Boyd
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Yoga for Knitters Cost: $10 per class, please pre-register Fourth Sunday of the month, Jan. 22, Feb. 26, March 26 from 1:00-2:00 pm 3 classes, each class is 2 hours This one-hour seated yoga class will focus on postures that will help relieve tired arms, shoulders and hands. Learn different strategies for over-use injury prevention and recovery. Whether you are new or experienced in yoga, modifications will be given to ensure a safe and rewarding class for everyone. Elizabeth has been certified as a yoga instructor for over 12 years and she specializes in injury prevention and recovery. She is in the process of opening her own yoga studio, Celebration Tree Yoga in Durham, Maine. None Wear loose, comfortable clothing Elizabeth Burd, Celebration Tree Yoga
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Afghan Square-of-the-Month Club Cost: $160 This is a 12-month project, knitting one afghan square a month, learning a new technique for each square, creating a beautiful handknit afghan. First class is Jan. 26, then the second Saturday of each month from 1:00 – 2:00 pm Feb. 11, March 11, Apr. 8, May 13, June 10, July 8, Aug. 12, Sept. 9, Oct. 14, Nov. 11, Dec. 9 Through the year you’ll learn how to read a chart, knit bobbles, do simple decreases, knit cables, do slip-stitch among others. In the end you’ll learn how to put it all together with finishing techniques. This is a great way to bring your knitting to the next level and have fun with a great group of knitters. Yarn in your choice of yarn color(s), book with patterns and helpful tips, one mini-class each month to get you started Bring your own 24” circular or single-point US size 10 needles (not included, but available for purchase) Melly Rubins
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Girls’ Night Out Knitting Series - Various Topics Cost: $10/week Second Friday of the Month - Feb. 10 & March 10 from 6:00-8:00 pm 1 two-hour talk each session, bring your own knitting The Girls’ Night Out Knitting Series is a knitting group with a purpose. Come join a group who is interested in getting out, finding some time to knit while also learning some interesting knitting know-how, presented in a relaxed and fun way with lots of Q&A. Feb. 10 - Learn how to choose the right colors/types of yarn for your pattern. Should you use a solid color or a varigated or a tonal or a gradient - what’s the difference? March 10 - Learn how to choose the right fiber for your pattern. How to balance the need for structure vs. softness vs. weight vs. texture. Heather Harden
Design Your Own Class Cost: variable You schedule it Whatever it takes Gather a group of at least six who are interested in a specific topic – what skills would you like to learn, is there a project you’d like to make with guidance? Call Mother of Purl at 207-869-5280 and speak to Aldona or Patty to organize your private class.
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DESIGNER CLASS & LECTURE
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Mary Jane Mucklestone
to visit Mother of Purl Yarn Shop February 22, 2017
Mother of Purl is thrilled to offer a class and lecture by knitwear designer Mary Jane Mucklestone. Please join us for one or both of these exciting events.
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Scandinavian Knitting Cost: $95 class alone with Mary Jane Mucklestone Cost: $105 class & lecture Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 22 from 2:00-5:00 pm 1 three-hour class Learn how to knit a traditional Scandinavian hat with author and knitwear designer Mary Jane Mucklestone. You’ll learn two-color stranded knitting, a Norwegian purl stitch, and two-color garter stitch in the round. Must be competent to independently cast-on, knit, purl, and knit in the round on circular and double-pointed needles Storhedder pattern, yarn, stitch markers, marking tape, Mother of Purl project bag Bring your own 16” circular US sizes 5 and 7 and size 7 double-pointed needles (not included but available for purchase) Mary Jane Mucklestone, Knitwear Designer
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Color Inspiration for Fair Isle Knitting Cost: $15 lecture alone Wednesday evening, Feb. 22 from 6:00-7:00 pm One-hour lecture plus Q&A Ever wonder how Mary Jane Mucklestone comes up with the color combinations she uses in her books and knitting designs? Many were developed just by taking a stroll along the roads and byways of the remote and rugged Shetland Islands. This lecture will be a combination of a Shetland travelogue juxtaposed with swatches directly inspired by the landscape. Images of traditional textiles from the Shetland Museum and other local collections are also included. This lecture will inspire you to see your own daily environment in a different more colorful way!
Book and Designs by Mary Jane Mucklestone
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DEMONSTRATIONS
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Cost: FREE Sunday afternoon, Jan. 22 from 3:00-4:00 pm 1 hour demo You’ll see a demonstration on how to make a huge pom-pom using a simple pom-pom maker. Please note that this is just a demonstration and not a hand-on class. Heidi Hackney
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Ravelry 101 Cost: FREE Saturday afternoon, Feb. 4 from 1:00-3:00 pm Learn why Ravelry is such a valuable tool, You’ll get acquainted with the website; learn how to set up an account; navigate around the site to find patterns, stash yarns, friends/designers; and join groups that will support you. Finally, you’ll see how to add your own projects to provide feedback to other knitters. Experience working on your own computer or tablet, must have an email address Heidi Hackney
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Drum Carder Demo Cost: FREE Saturday, Feb. 25 from 11:00 am-12:00 pm 1 hour demo See how a drum carder works as Cathie cards some of her own wool, angora and alpaca as well as how she blends different fibers and colors to make one-of-a-kind batts which can be used for spinning and felting. Cathie will have some of her own custom-blended batts for sale. Cathie Peterson
KNITTING HELP Weekly Problem Solving Session at Mother of Purl Having trouble with a project? Dropped a stitch? Lost where you are in your pattern? Finished your sweater and don’t know how to put it together? Haven’t touched your project in months or years and can’t fathom how to start up again? We’re here to help! • Group Drop-In Sessions will be on Wednesdays 10:00 am-12:00 pm and cost $15.00 per 2-hour group sessions, or you can purchase a 4-session punch card for $55.00. Come on in and get your project moving forward again. • Individual Appointments for more focused, one-on-one sessions can be made with any of our employees. Sessions cost $20 per hour and can be made by calling or emailing us at the shop. Reach us at Mother of Purl at 207-869-5280 or [email protected].
OUR KNITTING COMMUNITY Weekly Sit-and-Knit Sessions at Mother of Purl:
Tuesday - 10:00 am-12:00 pm Thursday - 5:00-8:00 pm
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Winter 2017 Class Calendar January: 17 (Tuesday) - Zeke the Alpaca, 5:30-7:30 pm, 1 of 2 class 18 (Wednesday) - Basics of Magic Loop, 6:00-8:00 pm, 1 of 1 class 19 (Thursday) - Basics of Continental Knitting, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 1 of 1 class 19 (Thursday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics, 6:15-8:15 pm, 1 of 3 classes 21 (Saturday) - Beginning Brioche, 9:30-11:30 pm, 1 of 2 classes 21 (Saturday) - Basic Intarsia, 1:00-3:00 pm, 1 of 1 class 22 (Sunday) - Basic Cables, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 1 of 2 classes 22 (Sunday) - Pop! Mini Blanket, 9:30 am-12:30 pm, 1 of 2 classes 22 (Sunday) - Yoga for Knitters, 1:00-2:00 pm, once a month 22 (Sunday) - Pom-Pom Making Demonstration, 3:00-4:00, FREE DEMO 23 (Monday) - My First Shawl: Playing with Color, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 1 of 2 classes 24 (Tuesday) - Mosaic Colorwork Cowl, 5:30-7:30 pm, 1 of 1 class 25 (Wednesday) - Basic Mittens, 5:30-7:30 pm, 1 of 2 classes 26 (Thursday) - Knitting Tips and Tricks, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 1 of 4 classes 26 (Thursday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics, 6:15-8:15 pm, 2 of 3 classes 27 (Friday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics, 9:30-11:30 am, 1 of 3 classes 28 (Saturday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics, 9:30-11:30 am, 1 of 3 classes 28 (Saturday) - Beginning Brioche, 9:30-11:30 pm, 2 of 2 classes 28 (Saturday) - Afghan Square-of-the-Month Club, 1:00-3:00 pm, 1 of 12 29 (Sunday) - Basic Cables, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 2 of 2 classes 29 (Sunday) - Christmas Stocking, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 1 of 2 classes 31 (Tuesday) - Zeke the Alpaca, 5:30-7:30 pm, 2 of 2 class February: 1 (Wednesday) - Basic Mittens, 5:30-7:30 pm, 2 of 2 classes 2 (Thursday) - Knitting Tips and Tricks, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 2 of 4 classes 2 (Thursday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics, 6:15-8:15 pm, 3 of 3 classes 3 (Friday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics, 9:30-11:30 am, 2 of 3 classes 4 (Saturday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics, 9:30-11:30 am, 2 of 3 classes 4 (Saturday) - Mobius Cowl, 9:30-11:30 am, 1 of 1 classes 4 (Saturday) - Ravelry 101, 1:00-2:00 pm, FREE DEMO 5 (Sunday) - Christmas Stocking, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 2 of 2 classes 5 (Sunday) - Pop! Mini Blanket, 9:30 am-12:30 pm, 2 of 2 classes 6 (Monday) - My First Shawl: Playing with Color, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 2 of 2 classes 8 (Wednesday) - Drop Spindle Spinning and Plying, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 1 of 1 classes 9 (Thursday) - Knitting Tips and Tricks, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 3 of 4 classes 9 (Thursday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond, 6:15-8:15 pm, 1 of 3 classes 10 (Friday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics, 9:30-11:30 am, 3 of 3 classes 10 (Friday) - Girls’ Night Out Knitting Series, 6:00-8:00 pm, once a month 11 (Saturday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics, 9:30-11:30 am, 3 of 3 classes 11 (Saturday) - Basic Socks, 10:00 am-1:00 pm, 1 of 1 class 11 (Saturday) - Basic Stitching, 1:00-3:00 pm, 1 of 1 class 11 (Saturday) - Afghan Square-of-the-Month Club, 1:00-2:00 pm, 2 of 12
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Feb. cont: 13 (Monday) - Finishing Stitches, 6:00-8:00 pm, 1 of 1 classes 16 (Thursday) - Knitting Tips and Tricks, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 4 of 4 classes 16 (Thursday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond, 6:15-8:15 pm, 2 of 3 classes 18 (Saturday) - Drop Spindle Spinning and Plying for Kids, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 1 of 1 classes 22 (Wednesday) - Scandinavian Knitting with Mary Jane Muckleston, 2:00-5:00 pm, 1 of 1 classes 22 (Wednesday) - Lecture by Mary Jane Mucklestone, Color Inspiration for Fair Isle, 6:00-7:00 pm 25 (Saturday) - Drum Carder Demo, 11:00 am-12:00 pm, FREE DEMO 26 (Sunday) - Yoga for Knitters, 1:00-2:00 pm, once a month March: 1 (Wednesday) - Beginning Lace: Kohi Shawl, 6:00-8:00 pm, 1 of 2 classes 2 (Thursday) - Basics of Continental Knitting, 5:30 am-7:30 pm, 1 of 1 class 2 (Thursday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond, 6:15-8:15 pm, 3 of 3 classes 3 (Friday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond, 9:30-11:30 am, 1 of 3 classes 4 (Saturday) - Socks – Two-at-a-Time Toe-up, 9:30-11:30 am, 1 of 4 classes 4 (Saturday) - Needle Felted Sheep Ornament, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 1 of 1 class 6 (Monday) - Learn-to-Crochet Basics, 6:00-8:00 pm, 1 of 2 classes 7 (Tuesday) - Spring Robin, 5:30-7:30 pm, 1 of 2 classes 10 (Friday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond, 9:30-11:30 am, 2 of 3 classes 10 (Friday) - Girls’ Night Out Knitting Series, 6:00-8:00 pm, once a month 11 (Saturday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond, 9:30-11:30 am, 1 of 3 classes 11 (Saturday) - Socks – Two-at-a-Time Toe-up, 9:30-11:30 am, 2 of 4 classes 11 (Saturday) - Afghan Square-of-the-Month Club, 1:00-2:00 pm, 3 of 12 12 (Sunday) - Pure Joy Shawl, 1:00-3:00 pm, 1 of 2 classes 13 (Monday) - Learn-to-Crochet Basics, 6:00-8:00 pm, 2 of 2 classes 14 (Tuesday) - Spring Robin, 5:30-7:30 pm, 2 of 2 classes 15 (Wednesday) - Beginning Lace: Kohi Shawl, 6:00-8:00 pm, 2 of 2 classes 17 (Friday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond, 9:30-11:30 am, 3 of 3 classes 18 (Saturday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond, 9:30-11:30 am, 2 of 3 classes 18 (Saturday) - Socks – Two-at-a-Time Toe-up, 9:30-11:30 am, 3 of 4 classes 19 (Sunday) - Design Your Own Cable Scarf, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 1 of 2 classes 20 (Monday) - Learn-to-Crochet Motifs, 6:00-8:00 pm, 1 of 2 classes 25 (Saturday) - Learn-to-Knit Basics and Beyond, 9:30-11:30 am, 3 of 3 classes 25 (Saturday) - Socks – Two-at-a-Time Toe-up, 9:30-11:30 am, 4 of 4 classes 26 (Sunday) - Design Your Own Cable Scarf, 10:00 am-12:00 pm, 2 of 2 classes 26 (Sunday) - Pure Joy Shawl, 1:00-3:00 pm, 2 of 2 classes 26 (Sunday) - Yoga for Knitters, 1:00-2:00 pm, once a month 27 (Monday) - Learn-to-Crochet Motifs, 6:00-8:00 pm, 2 of 2 classes
To Register - Call (207-869-5280), email ([email protected]) or stop by the shop to register for any of our classes. Payment must be made when registering and can be done by credit card, cash or check. Class sizes are limited. Contact us with any questions or visit www. motherofpurlyarn.com.
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