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Point Grey Classes -- Edgemont Village Classes -- Private Classes
POINT GREY URBAN YARNS FALL CLASSES 2012
MONDAY Q & A SESSION (all levels) (With Ann Jackson) Supply requirements: current project & pattern Time: 6:00-7:00pm Dates: on going but book in advance Cost: $20.00 + HST
MONDAY MR. FOX STOLE YOUR HEART (advanced beginner) (With Deanna Krushinsky) This whimsical stole is reminiscent of the foxes round the ladies of the 1940”s. Deanna walks you through the steps and techniques to knit this vintage piece. Supply requirements: pattern (Tiny Owl Knits); yarn suggestion: Lima, Silk Cloud, alpaca cotton, pastaza; 7mm needles & DPNs Time: 6:30-8:30pm Dates: January, 30 Feb 06, & 13th Cost: $75.00 + HST
MONDAY BEGINNER CROCHET (beginner) (With Deanna Krushinsky) Learn the basics of crochet with stitches such as the slip stitch, single crochet, half-double crochet double crochet, and the triple crochet, increasing and decreasing, and crocheting in the round. You will also learn chaining and working back and forth in rows from a foundation chain. If time allows, basic pattern reading skills will be taught. Most will have time to start some sort of beginner project, or you can make swatches and turn them into a scarf in the end. Supply requirements: crochet hook 5mm; DK weight yarn (wool or acrylic is best, opposed to cotton or novelty yarn. Time: 6:30-8:30pm Dates: Feb 20, 27, March 05 & 12 Cost: $95.00 + HST
TUESDAY Q & A SESSION (all levels) (Michael Wynne) Supply requirements: current project & pattern Time: 6:00-7:00pm Dates: on going but book in advance Cost: $20.00 + HST
TUESDAY BEGINNER KNITTING (beginner) (With Amanda Kaffka) Have fun learning the basics of knitting. This is a techniques based class where you will learn to cast on/off, knit and purl for the first time, or if you have learnt years ago but need a refresher this is the class for you. It is always encouraged to start a simple and easy project in this class that will help solidify the techniques in practice and teaches pattern reading skills. Supply requirements: For first time learners, any chunky yarn & 6mm; or yarn for a project of your choice (we can help you during class time pick the appropriate yarn/pattern/needles). Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm Dates: January 24, 31, Feb 7 & 14 Cost: $95.00 + HST
TUESDAY BEYOND BEGINNER KNITTING (advanced beginner) (With Amanda Kaffka) Wanting to go to that next level? Join the beyond beginner class with Amanda where she will help you pick a pattern, yarn and needles that will challenge you to learn new skills and techniques. Learn to read patterns and understand the abbreviations and new stitches along with finishing techniques Supply requirements: A pattern & yarn of your choice (we can help you select a pattern & yarn) Time: 12:15-2:15pm Dates: January 24, 31, Feb 7 & 14 Cost: $95.00 + HST
TUESDAY FIDDLEHEAD MITTENS (intermediate) (With Alexa Ludeman) These classic Fiddlehead Mittens are super popular and fun to knit! Alexa takes you through the techniques of Fair Isle and chart reading. Supply requirements: Pattern (purchase on line); yarn suggestion: BSA sport/mélange (2 main colour, 1 each of contrasting colours, 1 brushed suri) Time: 6:30 – 8:30pm Dates: January 24, 31 & Feb 07 Cost: $75.00 + HST
TUESDAY TRENDY SLOUCHY HAT (advanced beginner) (With Michael Wynne) This fashion foward hat suitable for both men and women is a great knit for your self or as a special gift; just in time for the cooling weather and holiday season. Join Michael as he walks you through the techniques needed to knit this perfectly slouchy hat, like i-cord cast on, and basic cables. Supply requirements: Pattern Fulton; yarn: 20 - 22 st yarn (ideas: Madelintosh, peartree 8ply); 4.5mm & cable needle (optional) Time: 7:00 – 9:00pm Dates: TBA Cost: $50.00 + HST
TUESDAY CABLE SAMPLER PILLOW (advanced beginner) (With Michael Wynne) Knit this timeless cable sampler pillow to add the perfect accent in any room. Knitted décor always adds a soft, beautiful look to any space. Learn the basics of cabling creating a 4 square pillow and solid back. Supply requirements: 18 st gauge yarn in a light colour 500 meters (250m for front & 250m for back. & pattern sold in store. Time: 6:30 – 8:30pm Dates: January 31, Feb 7, 14 & 8 Cost: $95.00 + HST
WEDNESDAY Q & A SESSION (all levels) (With Amanda Kaffka) Have you taken any of Amanda’s ever so popular classes, but still had a question or two to ask her? Or you want to start a project that seems a bit of a challenge? Well, this is the place to do it. Bring your projects and questions to this semi-private (2 max 3 people) 60min. class for help with pattern reading, complex stitches, or some clarification on knitting or crochet techniques. Supply requirements: your current project and pattern Time: 12:00 – 1:00pm Dates: on going but book in advance Cost: $20.00 + HST
WEDNESDAY KID’S CLUB (all levels ages 6 – 12) (With Amanda Kaffka) Let’s have fun knitting and learning the basics, making a simple garter stitch scarf or fingerless gloves or little simple animals. All levels welcome from learning to knit for the very first time to pros! Supply requirements: first timers, we recommend a chunky yarn and 6mm needles; those wanting to start a project 1 ball of anything and needles to match yarn (novelty yarn is not encouraged). Time: 3:30 – 4:30 Dates: January 25, Feb 1, 8 & 15 Cost: $50.00 + HST
WEDNESDAY BEGINNER KNITTING (beginner) (With Amanda Kaffka) Have fun learning the basics of knitting. This is a techniques based class where you will learn to cast on/off, knit and purl for the first time, or if you have learnt years ago but need a refresher this is the class for you. It is always encouraged to start a simple and easy project in this class that will help solidify the techniques in practice and teaches pattern reading skills. Supply requirements: For first time learners, any chunky yarn & 6mm; or yarn for a project of your choice (we can help you during class time pick the appropriate yarn/pattern/needles). Time: 6:00 - 8:00pm Dates: January 25, Feb 1, 8 & 15 Cost: $95.00 + HST
WEDNESDAY BEGINNER KNITTING (beginner) (With Amanda Kaffka) Have fun learning the basics of knitting. This is a techniques based class where you will learn to cast on/off, knit and purl for the first time, or if you have learnt years ago but need a refresher this is the class for you. It is always encouraged to start a simple and easy project in this class that will help solidify the techniques in practice and teaches pattern reading skills. Supply requirements: For first time learners, any chunky yarn & 6mm; or yarn for a project of your choice (we can help you during class time pick the appropriate yarn/pattern/needles). Time: 6:00 - 8:00pm Dates: Feb 22, 29, March 07, 14 Cost: $95.00 + HST
WEDNESDAY JUNEBERRY SHAWL (intermediate) (With Alison H) Jared Flood’s patterns are always spectacular and the Juneberry Shawl is no Exception! Alison will take you through the steps of this lace pattern and chart reading. Supply requirements: yarn 480 yds of worsted or sport weight; pattern; 5.5mm needles Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm Dates: Feb 1, 8, 15 & 29 Cost: $95.00 + HST
THURSDAY Q & A SESSION (all levels) (Michael Wynne) Supply requirements: current project & pattern Time: 12:00 - 1:00pm Dates: on going but book in advance Cost: $20.00 + HST
THURSDAY KID’S CLUB (all levels ages 6 – 12) (With Amanda Kaffka) Let’s have fun knitting and learning the basics, making a simple garter stitch scarf or fingerless gloves or little simple animals. All levels welcome from learning to knit for the very first time to pros! Supply requirements: first timers, we recommend a chunky yarn and 6mm needles; those wanting to start a project 1 ball of anything and needles to match yarn (novelty yarn is not encouraged). Time: 3:30 – 4:30 Dates: January 26, Feb 2, 9 & 16 Cost: $50.00 + HST
THURSDAY BEYOND BEGINNER KNITTING (beginner) (With Sandra Dunkin) Now that you’ve learned the basic’s of knitting, and can’t wait to make a more advanced project, come join the beyond beginner knitting class. From learning to read a pattern, to finishing techniques, Sandra will coach you through the obstacle course of your first garment. Supply requirements: Basic pattern of your choice and the yarn and needles that is specifies. Time: 6:30-8:30pm Dates: January 19, 26, Feb 2 & 9 Cost: $95.00 + HST
THURSDAY GENTLEMEN’S KNIT CLUB (all levels) (With Michael Wynne) Got Balls? Then join us in an exclusive weekly men’s knit night. Bring your knitting or start a new project. All skill levels not only welcome, but encouraged. Let’s see how much testosterone we can drum up in a knitting store! Time: 7 – 9pm Date: Weekly Cost: FREE
FRIDAY Q & A SESSION (all levels) (Alexa Ludeman) Supply requirements: current project & pattern Time: 6:00 – 7:00 Dates: STARTS IN JANUARY on going but book in advance Cost: $20.00 + HST
FRIDAY STITCH N’ BITCH (all levels) (With Kynna Sorg) Join the knitting circle Friday nights, chat, drool over yarn and get inspired by what everyone’s making! Time: 7 – 9pm Date: weekly Cost: FREE
SATURDAY Q & A SESSION (all levels) (Alison H.) Supply requirements: current project & pattern Time: 12:00 – 1:00pm Dates: on going but book in advance Cost: $20.00 + HST
SATURDAY SOCK BOOT CAMP (advanced beginner) (With Jackie Blackmore) Learn to knit a sock in just one evening! Basic knitting skills are required and knowledge of knitting on DPN’s expected. You will knit a top-down, mini training sock on 4 DPN’s by the end of the 3 hour class. An educational “Sock Knitting” handout and a free sock pattern will be included. Supply requirements: 3.25mm or 3/5mm DPN and a small ball of aran weight yarn Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm Session A: Feb 04 Session B: March 03 Cost: $40.00 + HST
SATURDAY (advanced beginner) (With Alison H.) Entrelac looks complex but the technique is easy to understand and looks impressive! In this class you will cast on and then knit 3 base triangles. Once the set up is complete we will work 2 passes across the scarf, which are the fundamental rows for knitting entrelac. Supply requirements: Pattern provided; 4 skeins Noro Silk Garden, or similar weight yarn; 4mm needles Time: 1:00 – 4:30pm Dates: TBA Cost: $40.00 + HST
SATURDAY (intermediate) (With Alexa Ludeman) Are you an avid sock knitter who wants to learn a new technique? Well, this might be the course for you! Alexa shows you the steps to using 2 circular needles instead of DPN’s. Time: 10:30 –12:300pm Dates: Feb 4 , 11 & 18 Cost: $75.00 + HST
SUNDAY Q & A SESSION (all levels) (Alison H.) Supply requirements: current project & pattern Time: 12:00 – 1:00pm Dates: on going but book in advance Cost: $20.00 + HST
SUNDAY PTARMIGAN (advanced beginner; able to read charts) (With Alison H.) Brooklyn Tweed’s Ptarmigan is a simple, yet warm and lovely lace cowl knit in the round. Supply requirements: Brooklyn Tweed’s pattern Ptarmigan pattern; 175 – 220 yd sport/DK yarn; 4 – 4.5mm 16- 24” needles Time: 3:00 – 5:00 Dates: January 29 & Feb. 5th Cost: $50.00 + HST + cost of pattern + supplies
MONDAY to SUNDAY PRIVATE INSTRUCTION (With Amanda Kaffka or Alison H.) Do you prefer one-on-one instruction? Do you have a group of friends who want to learn knitting together in an exclusive private class? Then, this is the class for you. Book a half hour or more with Amanda (everything), Alison (lace), or Deanna (crochet) and get attentive, no interruptions, quality time to get over a complicated spot in your pttern, start a new project or learn to knit for the first time. Supply requirements: pattern and project if you have one or we can help you choose a new project if you like to get you started! Time: Anytime: BOOK AHEAD Dates: on going Cost: 1 hour $40.00 + HST ½ hour $20.00 + HST
CLASS MATERIALS DISCOUNT: As an Urban Yarns class student you will receive a 10% discount on YARN for your current class projects. CLASS POLICY: 1) Payment in full is required to reserve a class spot. 2) We have a 72 hour cancellation policy. 3) If there are less than 4 students registered in a class before the class is scheduled to start we reserve the right to change class dates or cancel the class. If a change in dates does not work for you or the class cannot be re-scheduled we will happily refund your class fees. 4) If you cancel with 72 hours notice, you will be fully refunded or payment transferred to another session. 5) You MUST have your receipt to be refunded. Call to book now as classes fill quickly. You can also see all class And dates on-line @ Urban Yarns Point Grey: #1 – 4421 West 10th Avenue Vancouver, BC V6R 2H8 604-228-1122
EDGEMONT VILLAGE URBAN YARNS FALL CLASSES 2011
MONDAY 198 YARDS OF HEAVEN SCARF (Beginner) (With Ruth Hawke) This triangle shawlette is a great introduction to lace knitting. It only takes 1 skein of DK weight yarn (225yds) and this might be the perfect opportunity to knit with Madelinetosh yarn! Starting at the back of the neck and worked to the end points this simple shawlette incorporates lace and garter stitch. Supply requirements: pattern provided; 225 yard DK weight yarn; 4.5 – 5mm 32” circular needle; stitch markers Time: 6:00 – 9:00pm Dates: Jan 16 Cost: $40.00 + HST
MONDAY DESIGN YOUR OWN CROPPED LACE CARDI (advanced beginner) (With Donna LeClair) In this class you will be able to express your creativity by working the lace patterning of your choice into a cropped, raglan-sleeved cardigan. We’ll start with a basic, top-down cardigan pattern and you will choose your own neckline and front border, in addition to the lace stitches you will incorporate into the various parts of the garment. Time: 6:30-8:30pm Dates: Every second week: Jan 30, Feb 13, 27 & March 12 Cost: $95.00 + HST
TUESDAY BEGINNER KNITTING (beginner) (With Ann Jackson) Have fun learning the basics of knitting. This is a techniques based class where you will learn to cast on/off, knit and purl for the first time, or if you have learnt years ago but need a refresher this is the class for you. It is always encouraged to start a simple and easy project in this class that will help solidify the techniques in practice and teaches pattern reading skills. Supply requirements: For first time learners, any chunky yarn & 6mm; or yarn for a project of your choice (we can help you during class time pick the appropriate yarn/pattern/needles). Time: 6:30 – 8:30pm Dates: Jan 17, 24, 31 & Fev 07 Cost: $95.00 + HST
TUESDAY BEGINNER CROCHET (beginner) (With Donna LeClair) Learn the basics of crochet with stitches such as the slip stitch, single crochet, half-double crochet double crochet, and the triple crochet, increasing and decreasing, and crocheting in the round. You will also learn chaining and working back and forth in rows from a foundation chain. If time allows, basic pattern reading skills will be taught. Most will have time to start some sort of beginner project, or you can make swatches and turn them into a scarf in the end. Supply requirements: crochet hook 5mm; DK weight yarn (wool or acrylic is best, opposed to cotton or novelty yarn. Time: 7:00 – 9:00pm Dates: Feb 21, 28, March 6 & 13 Cost: $95.00 + HST
WEDNESDAY BEYOND BEGINNER KNITTING (beginner) (With Sandra Dunkin) Now that you’ve learned the basic’s of knitting, and can’t wait to make a more advanced project, come join the beyond beginner knitting class. From learning to read a pattern, to finishing techniques, Sandra will coach you through the obstacle course of your first garment. Supply requirements: Basic pattern of your choice and the yarn and needles that is specifies. Time: 6:00 – 8:00pm Dates: January 18, 25, Feb 01 & 08 Cost: $95.00 + HST
THURSDAY STITCH N’ BITCH (all levels) (With Ruth Hawke) Join the knitting circle Thursday nights, chat, drool over yarn and get inspired by what everyone’s making! Time: 7 – 9pm Date: First and third Thursday of each month Cost: FREE
THURSDAY SOCK BOOT CAMP (advanced beginner) (With Ruth Hawke) Learn to knit a sock in just one evening! Basic knitting skills are required and knowledge of knitting on DPN’s expected. You will knit a top-down, mini training sock on 4 DPN’s by the end of the 3 hour class. An educational “Sock Knitting” handout and a free sock pattern will be included. Supply requirements: 3.25mm or 3/5mm DPN and a small ball of aran weight yarn Time: 6:00 – 9:00pm Dates: January 12 Cost: $40.00 + HST
FRIDAY ADVANCED FITTED CROCHET CARDIGAN (advanced beginner) (With Donna LeClair) Description coming soon Supply requirements: TBA Time: 6:15 – 8:15pm Dates: January 13, 27, Feb 03 & 10 Cost: $95.00 + HST
PRIVATE INSTRUCTION (With Ruth Hawke or Donna) Do you prefer one-on-one instruction? Do you have a group of friends who want to learn knitting together in an exclusive private class? Then, this is the class for you. Book a half hour or more with no interruptions, quality time to get over a complicated spot in your pattern, start a new project or learn to knit for the first time. Supply requirements: pattern and project if you have one or we can help you choose a new project if you like to get you started! Time: Anytime: BOOK AHEAD Dates: on going Cost: 1 hour $40.00 + HST ½ hour $20.00 + HST
CLASS MATERIALS DISCOUNT: As an Urban Yarns class student you will receive a 10% discount on YARN for your current class projects. CLASS POLICY: 1) Payment in full is required to reserve a class spot. 2) We have a 72 hour cancellation policy. 3) If there are less than 4 students registered in a class before the class is scheduled to start we reserve the right to change class dates or cancel the class. If a change in dates does not work for you or the class cannot be re-scheduled we will happily refund your class fees. 4) If you cancel with 72 hours notice, you will be fully refunded or payment transferred to another session. 5) You MUST have your receipt to be refunded. Call to book now as classes fill quickly. You can also see all class And dates on-line @ Urban Yarns Point Grey: #1 – 4421 West 10th Avenue Vancouver, BC V6R 2H8 604-228-1122
Urban Yarns - Point Grey 4437 West 10th Avenue Vancouver, BC V6R 2H8 604-228-1122
Urban Yarns Edgemont Village 3111 Highland Boulevard
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