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Learning to knit and crochet will give you a lifetime of pleasure and relaxation. We have classes to help you create everything from mittens to hats to socks and the techniques to take them from ordinary to hip.

 
 

BEGINNING KNITTING
4 Sessions $90
Begins Tuesday, January 10, 6:30-8:30 or
Begins Saturday, January 21, 1-3pm or
Begins Monday, February 13, 1-3pm or
Begins Thursday, March 8, 6:30-8:30pm
Margaret Tullis, instructor
Learn to knit! Knitting warm, comfortable, attractive clothing is calming to the mind and soothing to the spirit (and fun). This class covers needles, yarns and basic stitches with lots of time to practice, ask questions and discover the joy of this ancient craft. We will also make a hat! (Hat uses #10 ½ 16” circular needles and bulky yarn to be provided by student.) STRAIGHT NEEDLES, SAMPLER YARN AND BOOK PROVIDED.

TURKISH BED SOCKS
3 Sessions $70
Begins Wednesday, January 18, 6:30-9pm or
Begins Monday, March 12, 1-3:30pm
Margaret Tullis, instructor
Those slipper/socks will find a way into your knitting bag. What a great way to use a special ball of sock yarn. A small project with clever construction, they make a great gift, after you have enough pairs for yourself. Churchmouse pattern included. BEGINNING KNITTING SKILLS REQUIRED.

TWINED KNITTING (TVÅÄNDSTICKNING) A.K.A. RED DIAMOND MÖSSA (HAT)
3 Sessions $65
Begins Thursday, January 19, 10-12:30pm
Margaret Wahlin, instructor
This simple little hat will give some insight on an ancient Swedish technique. Students must be willing to carry yarn in their right hand. INTERMEDIATE KNITTING SKILLS REQUIRED.

GANSEY SWEATER
6 Sessions $115
Thursday, January 12, 19, February 2, 16, March 1 & 8, 1-3:30pm
Margaret Wahlin, instructor
A typical fisherman sweater with many interesting features. ADVANCED KNITTING SKILLS REQUIRED.

CONQUERING KITCHENER STITCH
1 Session $35
Saturday, January 21, 9:30-12:30pm
Ann Budd, instructor
Meet Kitchener stitch head on and overcome your fear, whether used on stockinette stitch, reverse stockinette stitch, garter stitch, or ribbing. Through working samples and learning tips, you’ll laugh in the face of this too-often dreaded grafting stitch. INTERMEDIATE KNITTING SKILLS REQUIRED. HOMEWORK REQUIRED.

CIRCULARITY
3 Sessions $65
Begins Saturday, January 21, 9:30-12noon or
Begins Wednesday, February 8, 6:30-9pm
Margaret Tullis, instructor
Knitting in the round…what’s it all about? Getting comfortable with double pointed needles will be our first goal. We’ll knit some cuffs. Then we’ll explore “magic loop”, working on two needles and other circular needle tricks. Bring your adventurous spirit.
BEGINNING KNITTING SKILLS REQUIRED.

MITTENS
2 Sessions $50
Saturday, January 21 & 28, 10-12:30pm
Roxana Bartlett, instructor
Mittens make wonderful portable knitting projects-and whose fingers don’t need warming? We will be knitting all kinds of mittens: quick and simple, patterned and textured. This is a fun way to learn about using four needles! BEGINNING KNITTING SKILLS REQUIRED.

MATHEMATICS OF KNITTING
1 Session $35
Saturday, January 21, 1:30-4:30pm
Ann Budd, instructor
Knitwear designers use gauge and body measurements to create the perfect fit in a sweater (or any other knitted piece). Learn the simple formulas that will let you design your own garments or adjust existing ones for different gauges. BEGINNING KNITTING SKILLS REQUIRED.

MORE MITTENS
2 Sessions $50
Saturday, January 21 & 28, 2-4:30pm
Roxana Bartlett, instructor
In this class we will study different approaches to knitting the gusset in mittens—that clever bit of shaping that accommodates our useful appendage the thumb! We will also experiment with different cuffs and easy but entertaining pattern stitches for mittens.
MITTENS CLASS OR EXPERIENCE ON DOUBLE POINTED NEEDLES REQUIRED

FINGERLESS MITTS
2 Sessions $50
Wednesday, January 25 & February 1, 1-3:30pm
Roxana Bartlett, instructor
Learn to use double pointed needles while making very useful, simple fingerless mittens.
BEGINNING KNITTING SKILLS REQUIRED.

SATURDAY SWEATER
4 Sessions $70
Begins Thursday, January 26, 7-9pm
Kristi Anderson, instructor
Please join me in knitting a simple cardigan with cabled rib and shawl collar. A perfect “Saturday Sweater” to throw on as you run errands or take in a ball game. ADVANCED BEGINNING KNITTING SKILLS REQUIRED.

KNIT SOME FUN GLOVES
3 Sessions $80
Begins Thursday, February 2, 2-4:30pm
Sharon Dalebout, instructor
Knitting colorful gloves is so much fun. You can knit a pair to match your favorite jacket, or just add some color to a cold and grey day. In addition, you will add some excellent skills to your knitting knowledge. INTERMEDIATE KNITTING SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE ON DOUBLE POINTED NEEDLES REQUIRED. MATERIALS INCLUDED.

KNIT SOME SOCKS
2 Sessions $50
Thursday, February 2 & 9, 6:30-9pm
Sharon Dalebout, instructor
There is absolutely nothing like a pair of hand knit socks to keep your feet, or those of a loved one, warm on a cold winter day. Socks are great projects to knit by the fire or take in the car en route to a fun day of skiing. Join us and learn to make warm, wonderful and colorful socks. INTERMEDIATE KNITTING SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE ON DOUBLE POINTED NEEDLES REQUIRED.

KNITTING 2-BEYOND THE BEGINNING
4 Sessions $80
Begins Saturday, February 4, 10-12:30pm
Roxana Bartlett, instructor
You know knit, purl, increasing, decreasing and gauge. Put it all together and knit a sweater that fits, feels wonderful and looks great! Choose a pattern from the Knitting 2 book. We will guide you in picking the right yarn and understanding the instructions. A review of knitting techniques and sweater care is also included. You must stop by and select your pattern and yarn at least ONE WEEK before the start of class. BEGINNING KNITTING OR DEMONSTRATED ABILITY WITH TEACHER APPROVAL REQUIRED.

SLIP STITCH CARDIGAN
4 Sessions $80
Begins Saturday, February 18, 2-4:30pm
Roxana Bartlett, instructor
Learn how to make complex color patterns the easy way with the slip stitch technique! Only one yarn is used at any time. This cardigan is completely seamless—no sewing needed. Come in early to pick your yarns and colors. BEGINNING KNITTING SKILLS REQUIRED.

SEVEN SAILS HAT
2 Sessions $50
Monday, February 20 & 27, 1-3:30pm
Margaret Wahlin, instructor
Another twined knitted hat with an interesting border. Students must be willing to carry yarn in their right hand. INTERMEDIATE KNITTING SKILLS REQUIRED.

EXPLORING SOCKS VII
3 Sessions $65
Begins Thursday, February 23, 2-4:30pm
Sharon Dalebout, instructor
Have you tried Domino knitting? How about exploring Domino socks? You will love these. Join us to learn more about modular knitting and get a great pair of socks in the process.
PREREQUISITE: KNIT SOME SOCKS.

INTARSIA COLOR KNITTING
3 Sessions $65
Begins Thursday, February 23, 6:30-9pm
Sharon Dalebout, instructor
Perhaps you have heard it called Tapestry Color Knitting. Whichever, you will learn the skills to knit blocks of color without stranding and have a cute hat to show for it. ADVANCED BEGINNING KNITTING SKILLS REQUIRED.

CAST ON AND BIND OFF TECHNIQUES
1 Day $70
Saturday, February 25, 10-5pm
Ann Budd, instructor
There are a variety of ways to cast-on and bind-off stitches, each with its own advantages. In the morning half of this one day workshop you’ll learn at least five different cast-ons and when to use them to provide strength, elasticity, invisibility, or decoration. In the afternoon you’ll learn at least five different bind-offs and when to use them. You will use each technique in a separate swatch that you’ll keep for reference. INTERMEDIATE KNITTING SKILLS REQUIRED. HOMEWORK REQUIRED.

PROBLEM SOLVING 101
1 Session $30
Wednesday, February 29, 1-3:30pm
Roxana Bartlett, instructor
Are you still uncertain about the proper way to pick up a dropped stitch? Still not sure about the proper stitch mount? Have you never learned to “un-knit” in both directions? Discover holes and don’t know how they got there? This is the class for you! We will spend two hours concentrating on the most common mistakes that happen in knitting and the most efficient ways to fix them.

KNITTING REVIEW
1 Session $30
Wednesday, March 7, 1-3:30pm
Roxana Bartlett, instructor
If you haven’t knit for awhile or you’ve taught yourself and wish you knew a little more, this class is for you. We will review the basics of knitting--cast-ons, increases and decreases, gauge and other techniques that will bring a smile to your face and make your knitting better and so much easier! BEGINNING KNITTING SKILLS REQUIRED.

EXPLORING YARN CHARACTERISTICS
1 Session $25
Saturday, March 17, 10-12noon
Roxana Bartlett, instructor
Fiber content is probably the most important factor in how your knitted garment looks, feels and wears. We will discuss different yarns, their fiber content, twist, weight, texture and how to anticipate their effect on your knitting. ALL LEVELS WELCOME.

THE FINISHING TOUCH
2 Sessions $50
Monday, March 19 & 26, 1-3:30pm
Margaret Wahlin, instructor
Now that you are an accomplished knitter, learn to sew the pieces of your garment together professionally with perfectly flat seams and a clever join at the shoulders. You will be more than pleased with the results. BRING A SWEATER TO FINISH AND SWATCHES TO PRACTICE ON. ADVANCED BEGINNING KNITTING SKILLS REQUIRED.

CROCHET

BEGINNING CROCHET
4 Sessions $95
Begins Thursday, January 19, 6:30-9pm or
Begins Saturday, February 18, 9:30-12noon
Margaret Tullis, instructor
Discover the versatility and usefulness of crochet. Learn basic crochet stitches and how to read patterns. Several small projects will be made, including a hat. (Hat uses worsted weight yarn to be provided by the student.) BOOK, HOOK AND SAMPLER YARN PROVIDED.

CROCHET FOR FINGERS AND TOES
3 Sessions $70
Begins Tuesday, February 7, 6:30-9pm
Margaret Tullis, instructor
We’ll start with stitches appropriate for cuffs (wristers or legwarmers?) and then move on to feet and hands. This class is all about working in the round. BEGINNING CROCHET SKILLS REQUIRED. PLEASE BRING ANY HOOKS YOU MAY HAVE.

TUNISIAN CROCHET
2 Sessions $65
Thursday, February 16 & 23, 6:30-9pm
Margaret Tullis, instructor
Tunisian crochet (also known as afghan stitch) may be a common beginning of both knitting and crochet. The fabric is unique. We'll do a stitch sampler bag, a big hook 2-color scarf and explore project options. BEGINNING CROCHET SKILLS REQUIRED. HOOKS AND SOME YARNS PROVIDED.

TAPESTRY CROCHET AND BEADS TOO
2 Sessions $65
Tuesday, March 6 & 13, 6:30-8:30pm
Margaret Tullis, instructor
Color changes, figure design and beads will add new dimension to your crochet. We’ll make a bag or a hat and explore other project possibilities. BEGINNING CROCHET SKILLS REQUIRED. HOOK AND SOME YARN PROVIDED

CROCHET CLINIC
45 Minutes $25
ANY TUESDAY OR WEDNESDAY, 11-4PM
BUT YOU MUST CALL TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
Margaret Tullis, instructor
Do you have crochet questions? Are you stuck on a project? Need help understanding directions? Want help starting a new project or finishing an old one? Crochet clinic is the answer. Bring your projects and problems, and we will talk crochet.

 

 
Learn to Knit

 

We are conveniently located in the
Table Mesa Shopping Center
635 South Broadway, Unit E, Boulder, CO 80305

Tel: (303) 494-1071 (800) 283-4163 Fax: (303) 554-6593
Email: shuttles@shuttlesspindlesandskeins.com

Hours: Mon. 12-6, Tues. - Sat. 10-6 Closed Sundays

We accept: Visa/MasterCard/Discover/AmEx

 

TRUNK SHOW
PLAYFUL LITTLE KNITS: COSTUMES AND CLOTHES FOR A SIMPLE SEWN DOLL by Rachel Manring
January 23- February 3
The book contains a pattern for a sewn 9 inch doll and patterns for knitted wardrobe. This well dressed doll has an outfit for every occasion; she can be a ballerina, a lion, a tiger or bear. Come see these delightful little dolls and all their costumes!

SHUTTLES SPIN-IN AND KNIT-IN
Spin In and Knit In 1st Monday of the month
(except January when we celebrate Rock Day on January 6)
February 6 & March 5, 7-9:30pm
Bring your wheel and/or needles and join other knitters & spinners in an evening of good company.

ROCK DAY EVENING SPIN IN, KNIT IN AND POTLUCK
Friday, January 6, 6:30-9:30pm
Come celebrate the New Year with a potluck knit and spin in. All spinners and knitters are welcome. Just bring a dish to share and your own table service. Coffee, Tea and sweets will be provided by Shuttles. Come one, come all!

Rock Day or St. Distaff’s Day traditionally comes the day after Twelfth Night. This is the day spinners go back to work after Christmas.

SWEATER DOCTOR IS IN
45 Minutes $25
ANY TUESDAY OR THURSDAY, 11-4pm
CALL TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
Roxana Bartlett, instructor
Is there an ailing sweater project in your life?
A pattern suffering from confusion? A technique so cold
it needs resuscitation? Schedule an appointment with Dr. Knits and have a one on one session that will get that sweater up and wearing.

COMMUNITY KNITTING
3RD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH, $5 DONATION
January 17, February 21 & March 20, 7-8:30pm
We are a lively group of happy knitters dedicated to helping children in need. Every month we do a different project-check our website for more information. We are always eager to have new members! Come and join in the fun!
Website: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/communityknitting/

Weave-It looms may be gone but we have found a substitute. Stop in and see the new version of a pin loom in several sizes.

HOLIDAY CLOSURES
Christmas Eve, Saturday, December 24, Close 3PM
Christmas Day, Sunday, December 25th, Closed
New Year's Eve, Saturday, December 31, Close 3PM
New Year's Day, January 1, Closed
Closed January 2-3, Inventory
Open Wednesday, January 4, 10-6PM

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Shuttles, Spindles & Skeins, Inc • Located in the Table Mesa Shopping Center 635 South Broadway, Unit E, Boulder, CO 80305
TEL (303) 494-1071 (800) 283-4163 FAX (303) 554-6593 Open Mon. 12-6, Tues. - Sat. 10-6 Visa/MasterCard/Discover/AmEx


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