KNITTING CLASS 

Learn to Knit Socks       Taught by Colleen Simon         Cost: $35, includes yarn.  
Learn the fundamentals of knitting socks by making a miniature sock  When you knit your miniature sock you will learn all the techniques that are needed for sock knitting, including use of double pointed needles.  After knitting this small sock you will have the skills and confidence to tackle a pair of foot-sized socks and you will have a delightful ornament for the next holiday season! Cost of the class includes the yarn.

Two times are offered below. Let us know which is best for you or if you could come to either.

SPINNING CLASSES

Learn to Spin                                         Cost: $125, includes all materials.
Learn to spin wool into singles and 2-ply yarns for knitting, weaving, or any other project. Learn to choose the right wool for your desired use, how to prepare wool (washing, carding), and how to skirt a fleece. Find out what type of spinning wheel suits you and how to purchase one.
Weekend special:  two 2-hour classes each day (2 days) with time for practice in between OR 
Evening session: three 2 1/2-hour classes, once a week
Spinning wheels are provided for class use. If you would like to rent one to take home for the duration of the evening series, rental fee is $25, applied to purchase of a new wheel.

Spinning Skills Workshop                      Cost: $50, includes fiber.  Three-hour class.
If you know the basics of spinning (you can keep the wheel going in one direction and can make lumpy yarn), but want to refine your technique this is the class for you. You will learn techniques for spinning consistent yarn as well as get individual help with whatever spinning issues you have. You will also learn Andean 2-plying (how to ply without changing bobbins!) and Navajo 3-plying (make a 3-ply yarn from one bobbin).

Spinning Novelty Yarns                                    Cost: $50, includes fiber.  Three-hour class.
Learn to spin a variety of fancy (expensive) designer yarns.

Rainbow Dyeing!     Cost: $55, including dye. ($40 for repeat participants)   3-½ hour class.

Learn two methods of dyeing wool in unique rainbow color mixes perfect for multi-colored spinning, weaving, and knitting projects. Class will cover preparing dyes and how to dye fiber, carded sliver, and yarn using the one-pot method and in space-painting. 
Bring: up to 1 lb. of fiber or yarn to dye (or purchase at class)  

Ongoing class--drop in any time! 
Weekly Weaving Workshop                               Cost:$10/ class  Tw- hour class.
Do you need help...Figuring out how much yarn is needed for a project? Deciphering a threading draft? Deciding on warp & weft yarns and sett? Troubleshooting? This weekly class is an opportunity for you to have your questions answered and to learn from others' weaving questions and experiences. Students will bring ideas, yarns, drafts, finished (and unfinished) projects, and problems for discussion. You can even bring your warping frame or small loom for hand-on help. Come with an idea and go home with a specific plan and/or a warp ready for your loom. Come to one class or come weekly--this class if offered on a drop-in basis. There will be "mini-lessons" at some of the classes (a schedule to be posted later on).

New Class!  Triaxial Weaving       Cost: $50, including materials and supplies. Three hour class.

Learn to Weave         Cost: $125, including materials and use of looms. Two day class.

Weave a scarf of soft Jacob wool! Learn how to plan a weaving project, prepare the warp, thread the loom, and weave plain weave and twill variations. You will learn about different kinds of looms and how to find a loom to buy. After you finish this class you will understand enough weaving terminology to follow project instructions in the popular weaving magazines or to design your own pieces. 
Class size limited to 4.

                              
Weave a V-Shawl (and learn double weave at the same time) 
Cost: $125. Two-day class (not consecutive days). 

Create a fabulous one of a kind shawl that stays on the shoulders! Use double weave and a unique method of weaving a fold to weave this shawl. Learn to plan future shawls, using stripes, plaids, and various weave structures. Participants will bring a loom (or arrange to use one of mine), but will warp it in class. This is a 2-day class, but I allow a week or so in between the formal class days so that all weavers can catch up to the lessons on the second day. Purchase yarn here or bring your own (consult with me on appropriate yarn). 

Simple Scarves on the Knitter's Loom
(Learn the easiest warping method you'll ever use!)    
Cost: $55, includes use of loom; $20 with purchase of loom ($198)                                                       4 1/2-hour class.

Weave a scarf on the new Ashford Knitter's Loom. This is a great project for the person who wants to learn about weaving as well as a fun one for experienced weavers. The loom is simple to warp and your whole project can be completed in less than 3 hours.  You will learn how easy it is to use  a variety of yarns in the warp. Once you make one scarf you'll want to try more! You'll also find that this is a great project to do on-the-go (Spinners Night Out, for instance). Bring a variety of yarns or purchase yarn here.

 Meridian Jacobs Classes (C), Events (E) & Spinners Night Out (SNO)-Spring/Summer 2008
Classes require at least 3 pre-registered students or I may cancel the class. 
Sign up at least 10 days prior to the class.

SNO

Spinners’ Night Out

Friday, May 30, 2008

7:00-10:00

SNO

Spinners’ Night Out

7:00-10:00

SNO

Spinners’ Night Out

7:00-10:00

SNO

Spinners’ Night Out

7:00-10:00

SNO

Spinners’ Night Out

7:00-10:00

*If you're not on the WWW list, contact me to make sure there is no change.
** SNO Spend the evening spinning or knitting and visiting at the Shop.
               FREE--No need to sign up, but please call to verify dates.