Have you been hearing how knitting is the "new yoga" and wondering what all of the excitement is about?
Have you been wanting to learn how to make those wonderful knitted scarves, sweaters, purses, afghans, etc. that you see ion the Catwalk and in the magazines, catalogues and stores?
Did you learn to knit "many years ago" but stopped, and now you want to pick up the knitting needles again?
Well now you can because Gail Knits has regularly scheduled knitting classes!
Come on in and learn how to knit! (Hey, guys...this means you too!)

We offer classes and workshops in Beginning Knitting, Finishing, Sock Knitting, Magic Loop method, and many other fun and useful knitting techniques.
We'll post the upcoming classes here on the site, but please do give us a call to find out what classes we're offering.

By the way, we have "open knitting" any time the store is open. We have coffee and water. Bring your knitting, find a space at one of our 2 large tables...or on the sofa & chairs in the sunny window in the front of the store...and enjoy.

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Please note: Most class sizes are kept to no more than 6 students.
Payment of class fees must be made at the time of reserving class space.
Class fees are non-refundable, however, should you not be able to attend, and notify us within 48 hours of the class, the fees can be credited to another class or materials.

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Classes for January/February 2012

 For multi-session class, students are responsible for having required work completed before the next scheduled class. Missed classes cannot be made up.

Wavy Crocheted Hat and Fingerless Gloves (Session 1 of a 3-session* class)
Session 2 - 2/8: Starting the Hat
Session 3 - 2/15: Finishing the Hat

Wed, Jan 25, 2012 - 3:30pm to 5:30pm
Instructor: Heather Pyle
Objectives: Learn to crochet a hat & a pair of fingerless gloves.
Fee: $20.00 per Session*
If you want to make just the hat, you will need to sign up for Sessions 1 & 3. If you want to make just the fingerless gloves, you will just need Session 2.
If you want to make both pieces, sign up for all 3 Sessions and you will get all 3 for $50.
Class Size: 6 students, maximum
Required Materials: 1 hank Jarbo Duo or Cascade 128 Superwash.
Pre-requisite Skills: Should already know how to chain (ch) and single-crochet (sc).

Beaded Lacy Scarf 

Thurs, Jan 26, 2012 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Instructor: Gail Rhodes
Objectives: Learn to knit with beads!
Fee: $25.00
Class Size: 6 students, maximum
Required Materials: 500 yds DK or Sport-weight yarn, 7 tubes beads, #6 needles (straight or circular); 1 beading needle.
Pre-requisite Skills: Must already know how to cast on, knit and purl.

Socks: Knitted from the Toe Up
(Session 1 of a 3-Session Class. Session 2: Feb 11; Session #3: Feb 25)

Sat, Jan 28, 2012 - 3:30pm to 5:30pm
Instructor: Heather Fairman
Objectives: Learn to cast on and knit a simple scarf
Fee: $60.00
Class Size: 5 students, maximum
Required Materials: 450 yds sock yarn; one 40" circular needle in size appropriate for your yarn (usually a #1 or #2). Pattern is provided.
Session #1: You will discuss basic sock architecture, learn the special cast on, and get started on your sock.
Session #2: You will learn to turn the heel and create a gusset.
Session #3: You will learn the stretch bind off, and then practice the cast on again so that your can start on your second sock.
Pre-requisite Skills: Must know how to knit and purl. You will learn a special cast on and cast off technique, but should know basics of casting on and off.

Beginning Knitting

Thurs, Feb 02, 2012 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Instructor: Wendy Rudnick
Objectives: Learn to cast on and knit a simple scarf
Fee: $10.00*
Class Size: 6 students, maximum
Required Materials: 2 balls Trendsetter Tonalita or Merino 8, or Lane Borgosesia Merino Otto, or Wisdom Poems, or Universal Yarns Batik or Shades; one set #9 or #10 needles
Pre-requisite Skills: None

Entrlac Scarf  

Thurs, Feb 09, 2012 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Instructor: Gail Rhodes
Objectives: Learn to knit entrelac (interlocking diamonds) and create a scarf.
(We will be making the scarf, but the pattern also includes directions for a shawl or throw.)
Fee: $20.00
Class Size: 7 students, maximum
Required Materials: 700 yds each of a self-striping sock yarn, and Kid Seta; or 900 yds of a single-strand self-striping yarn that will knit at 16 sts to 4" in stockinette stitch, #9 needles (straight or circular).
Pre-requisite Skills: Must know how to cast on, knit, purl, increase, decrease and bind off.

Beginning Knitting

Thurs, Feb 16, 2012 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Instructor: Wendy Rudnick
Objectives: Learn to cast on and knit a simple scarf
Fee: $10.00*
Class Size: 6 students, maximum
Required Materials: 2 balls Trendsetter Tonalita or Merino 8, or Lane Borgosesia Merino Otto, or Wisdom Poems, or Universal Yarns Batik or Shades; one set #9 or #10 needles
Pre-requisite Skills: None

Continental Knitting

Thurs, Feb 23, 2012 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Instructor: Gail Rhodes
Objectives: Have you watched someone knit and wonder why they weren't 'throwing' their yarn over the needle? They just might be knitting in what's known as "Continental" or "European" style, which is knitting while holding your yarn in your left-hand, letting your needles do most of the work! We will also go over how to knit with 2 colors, holding one color in each hand.
Fee: $20.00
Class Size: 8 students, maximum
Required Materials: 2 balls (one each of 2 different colors) of Cascade 220 or Trendsetter Merino 8, or Berroco Comfort; one set #7, #8 or #9 needles (straight or circular, your preference).
Pre-requisite Skills: Must already know how to cast on, knit and purl.

If you are interested in a class, please register.
To register, you must pre-pay for the class. Following the payment of your class fee, a 10% discount is given for class materials. Our cancellation policy is that we do not provide refunds, but if you let us know 48 hours in advance that you are not able to attend, we will give you credit towards future classes or supplies.

As classes are scheduled, you'll find the information for dates, times, fees, prerequisites and materials needed right here at the website.
You can also call or e-mail for class info.
Depending on the wishes of the particular teacher, some classes may have a larger class limit, usually not by much more than 1-3 students, but if you're interested in a class, we recommend that you book your space immediately.
If a class is full, you can be placed on a Wait List to be notified if a space opens.

Also, please let us know if there is a particular knitting technique you'd like to learn. There are probably quite a few others who'd also like to learn it as well, and if there are enough knitters interested, it might end up on the Schedule!

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Following the payment of your class fee, a 10% discount is given for class materials.
Material prices are approximate, and do not include the 10% discount.
Yarn and/or kits needed for class must be purchased at Gail Knits.
Prices are given for multi-session classes, include all sessions.
For Multi-session class, students are responsible for having required work completed.
Missed classes cannot be made up.

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