Dear Artisans,

This winter, we’re trying to reach knitters of all levels with Knit-A-Longs! Our KALs are a great way to tackle projects, and provide the support you need when things get tough. Use of our materials is appreciated during KALs.

Beginning, intermediate, and advanced KALs are planned, with several requiring a workshop for those new to specific techniques. We realize time is valuable, and hope these intro sessions help cut down on frustration.

Thanks for your business and happy knitting,

Maggie

Store Hours
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 10 AM - 5 PM.
Thursday: 10 AM - 9 PM
Saturday: 10 AM - 4 PM
Sunday and Monday: Closed

Inclement Weather
We follow the Harford County Public School System with regard to inclement weather. Classes and KALs will be rescheduled if need be. Please call the store before venturing out in snow or ice.

Needle Exchange
The Needle Exchange continues to go strong on Thursday evenings from 7-9 pm. This is a nice group, though you may want to bring your own chair, just in case. No instruction will be offered during this time.

Knitting Doctor Hours
Tuesday 1-3 PM with Harriet
Thursday 10:00 AM -12 PM with Suzzanne
This is a free service. However after 20 minutes, we will have to charge you $10.00 for a lesson. Thanks for understanding.

Finishing
We are always excited about finishing. Available upon request.

Knit-A-Longs (KALs)

Beginner KAL's:

Hitchhiker - Martina Behm’s Hitchhiker shawlette is quick and simple! Knit entirely in garter stitch, this asymmetrically shaped triangle is a great first KAL. Select a variegated sock yarn and purchase your pattern on ravelry.com. This KAL will meet Wednesdays, Jan. 18 and Feb. 1, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost is $5 per session.

Super Bulky Outer Vest - Lisa Ellis’ Super Bulky Outer Vest is available in regular and plus sizes on ravelry.com. Knit with super bulky yarn (Mirasol Ushya or Tahki Montana) on a Size 17 needle, this project is fast and fun, not to mention practical! We’ll review this beginner pattern and optional finishing and blocking techniques. This KAL will meet Fridays, Jan. 27, Feb. 3 and 10, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost is $5 per session.

Girl's One Button Cardigan - Looking for a little girl’s sweater that fits sizes 18 months – 10 years? The Girl’s One Button Cardigan provides just that! Diane Soucy’s pattern is available on ravelry.com and patternfish.com. Pick a worsted weight yarn like Encore or Cascade 220 Superwash to knit this basic but darling little girl’s sweater. This KAL will meet Fridays, March 2, 16, and 23, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost is $5 per session.

Intermediate KAL's:

Turn A Square - Jared Flood’s Turn A Square is a hit! Available for free on ravelry.com, this striped beanie uses raglan-style decreases to create a square effect rather than rings. You’ll end up making more than one… the pattern is addicting!! This KAL will meet Tuesdays, Jan. 17 and 31, 6-8 p.m. Cost is $5 per session.
 
Sweet Dreams Baby Blanket - Learn entrelac with Rosemary Drysdale’s Sweet Dreams Baby Blanket. This pattern can be worked in any weight yarn and will wow everyone at your next baby shower! Purchase your copy of Entrelac: The Essential Guide to Interlace Knitting. We will begin with a workshop Wednesday, March 7, 1-3 p.m. Cost is $35. The KAL will follow Wednesdays, March 21 and April 4. 1-3 p.m. Cost is $5 per session.   

Mako - Exquisite describes the detailing in Laura Patterson's Mako shawl, also available for purchase on ravelry.com Named for its shark's tooth edging, this pattern is knit with fingering-weight yarn (sample knit in Ella Rae Lace Merino) on a Size 6 needle, and is intricate enough to hold the knitter's attention without being overwhelming. This KAL will meet on Wednesdays, Feb. 29, March 14 and 28, 7-9 p.m.  Cost is $5 per session.

Rocky Coast Cardigan - Join in the Coastal Knits craze! This new book from Hannah Fettig and Alana Dakos features one beautiful knit after another, including the Rocky Coast Cardigan. This KAL will meet Thursdays, March 15, 29, April 12, and 26, 7-8:30 p.m. Cost is $5 per session. Our Needle Exchange will also be going on, so you may want to bring a chair.

Advanced KAL's:

Topiary - Learn chart reading, lace patterning, and cabling without a cable needle from Michelle Wang’s Topiary. Pattern is available on ravelry.com and knits up beautifully in Queensland Collection Rustic Tweed, Cascade’s Lana Bambu, and Araucania Rinihue. We will begin with a workshop Thursday, Jan. 19, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost is $35 and purchasing a Chart Keeper is recommended. The KAL will follow Thursdays, Feb. 2 and 16, 7-8:30 p.m. Cost is $5 per session.

Swallowtail Shawl - Evelyn A. Clark’s Swallowtail Shawl is absolutely stunning! Available for free on ravelry.com, the pattern is both charted and written out row-by-row. We will begin with a workshop Tuesday, Feb. 21, 6-8 p.m. and purchasing a Chart Keeper is recommended. Cost is $35. The KAL will follow Tuesdays, March 6 and 20, 6-8 p.m. Cost is $5 per session. Final session will include a demonstration of blocking with wires.

Cubist Socks - Join us in knitting Cookie A’s Cubist Socks on two circular needles. Previous sock class/experience required. We will begin with a workshop Thursday, Feb. 23, 6-8:30 p.m. Cost is $35. The KAL will follow Thursdays, March 1 and 8, 7-8:30 p.m. Cost is $5 per session.

Little Sampler Cardie - If you haven’t yet knit a sweater, a great way to get your feet wet is a baby one! The Little Sampler Cardie by Sublime will introduce the already advanced knitter to different textures and the art of finishing. We will begin with a workshop Tuesday, Feb. 28, 6-8 p.m. Cost is $35. The KAL will follow Tuesdays, March 13, 27 and April 10, 6-8 p.m. Cost is $5 per session.   

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