wrap it up!

hi!

i'm cal, the new sewing and embroidery teacher, and i wanted to share pics of the lovely wrap skirts from our first round of sewing 101, completed last week! everyone had a great time, and two of the girls even managed to add pockets to their skirts.

the next session of this class begins this saturday; sign up while you can!

Sewing 101    $100  STARTS SATURDAY JUNE 2nd 11am to 1pm
The best way to learn to sew is to sew.  We will get you sewing!  We 
welcome kids (over 12 please) and adults.  This is a hands-on project 
based class.  We focus on a flattering wrap skirt.  Terms and 
techniques are discussed along the way.  Meets once a week for four 
2-hour sessions.

updated class schedule

Please call 718.237.7753 to register!


Beginner Knitting $100 START TUESDAY MAY 29th 7-8:30 pm
Learn to knit in a friendly relaxed atmosphere! We’ll teach you all the basics you will need to know to begin your first project, including casting on, knitting, purling, and casting off, along with other techniques. Meets once a week for four 1.5-hour sessions.

Beyond Scarves $100 STARTS MONDAY, MAY 28th 7-8:30 pm.
Ready to move beyond the rectangle? Got a project you’re stuck on? This beginner-intermediate class is for you. Bring a project and we’ll help you through it. Focus is on pattern reading and techniques.
Meets once a week for four 1.5 hour sessions. Beg knitting skills required.

Quilt workshop $100 JUNE 24TH. 11 am to 1 pm
We will teach you all you need to know to make your own crib sized quilt. Supplies are available in the store, or bring your own. A great way to use up leftover fabric! Meets for four 1.5-hour sessions.

Tween Knitting $15/session FRIDAY, ONGOING. 3:30 to 5 pm.
This is a drop in knitting circle for children ages 8-12. Knitting and Crochet help available. Children must know basic knitting skills. Registration not required. This is a drop in circle.

Sewing 101 $100 STARTS SATURDAY JUNE 2nd 11 am to 1 pm
The best way to learn to sew is to sew. We will get you sewing! We welcome kids (over 12 please) and adults. This is a hands-on project based class. We focus on a flattering wrap skirt. Terms and techniques are discussed along the way. Meets once a week for four 1.5-hour sessions.

Sewing 102 $100 STARTS WEDNESDAY MAY 30th. 7-8:30 pm.
Take your beginner skills to the next level! The class will take you through the construction of Simplicity’s Built By Wendy Dress, Tunic, or Top pattern (#3964). Beginner skills required. Pattern available in the shop. Meets once a week for four 1.5-hour sessions.

Embroidery Workshop $40 Saturday, JUNE 2nd. 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm.
This two-hour workshop will teach you eight to twelve basic stitches. Embellish anything and everything! Supplies are available at the store or bring your own. Meets one time.

Embroidery Workshop II $40 SUNDAY, JUNE 3rd. 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm.
This two-hour workshop will get you going on a Sublime Stitching project. Supplies are
available at the store. Meets one time.

Beginner Knitters

Well, another session of Beginner Knitting has come to a close. We've had a lovely four weeks of learning, creating, and laughing together. I will miss these guys (unless I see them in our beginner-intermediate session)! I wanted to show our readers how everyone's first projects turned out. They are downright inspiring...

We've got two drawstring bags and two i-pod/cell phone bags here. Since this was a Spring class, I didn't want to force the traditional scarf project on the group. Plus, everyone learned to cast on, knit, purl, cast off, AND to yarn over and complete a mattress stitch. Two other added bonuses are that you finish your project during class and you get to pick fun ribbon and buttons...

Next session starts with Mary on May 23rd! Call us to register.

~Kaitlyn

Blogging Breakfast

I was so disheartened to wake up to the cold, cloudy morning, but my
heart warmed at the cozy vibes of our regular knitting breakfast* on Friday.
What an inspiring group of projects today!

Amy's quilt for the P.S. 29 auction...



Wendy's incredible mohair shawl for a bride (with baby Samirah)...



Pam's crocheted jewelry...



Liz's Manos del Uraguay scarf...



Lulu's crocheted vest...



Mary's cardigan sleeve (her own pattern in Organik)...



Lulu's dress (made without a pattern) looks so good on her...



We have the cutest babies!!!!



And some everyday magic- Masuko's journal. Masuko drew this picture of
Lulu in December after spotting her in Manhattan and liking the way
she looked. They had never met before this morning....



~Katie

*knitting breakfast is an open circle held from 9:30 am to noon every Friday.

Vestee Progress

Yarn selection for the Brooklyn General Vestee knit-a-long is all over the map. I, for one, had a hard time choosing. Cotton is perfect for right now, but wool would mean a jump start on next fall's toddler wardrobe.

I think yarn choices often reflect the knitter. This time though, I am just not seeing it. Jennifer always picks green and she's gone with an icy blue Debbie Bliss Pure Cotton; Melissa is using Noro Silver Thaw(I guess I never pegged her for the self-striping type). After some serious swatching I've settled on a tweed over something soft and squishy--Rowanspun DK in purple and green. If I am not mistaken, Rowan discontinued this yarn, but the shop still has some--score! I decided to carry along some lavender Rowan Kidsilk Haze for a softer effect and I'm pretty happy with the results. My nose feels differently and this will be, sadly, my last hurrah with mohair.

This lovely leaf trim belongs to Catherine, one of the shops owners. She's using Savannah by the Fibre Company and she can't stop raving about it! This yarn is a unique blend of organic cotton, merino, linen, and soya fiber. Earth friendly and fun to knit with--does it get any better for a Brooklyn knitter? Catherine's sweater will be "Vestee-esque"and the pattern will be available in the store soon...


~Kaitlyn