Classes
Be sure to register online via theblueewe.com, at least 24 hours prior to the class starting. No walk-in students will be accepted. This allows us to have materials printed and prepared for you prior to your arrival, giving you the most time to get personal attention and learn in the shop before going home.
Knittergarten - Class 1
This is our first and simplest introduction to knitting class. You will create a fast and quick project that you should be able to complete within a weekend. Great for those who need quick rewards and who are looking to keep their stress level low.
Choose from a selection of cotton yarns and make a face or dish cloth.
Next Class offerings:
- Saturday, January 3 - 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, January 14 - 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
- Saturday, January 17 - 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
- Saturday, January 24 - 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
- Saturday, February 7 - 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, February 18 - 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
- Saturday, February 21 - 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Knittergarten - Class 2
This is our second and still a beginner class to knitting. You will create a Knitting Sampler Scarf that you should be able to complete in a week or two.
Choose from a selection of wool yarns and make a scarf utilizing the Garter, Stockinette, Basketweave, Seed, Smooth Sand, and Ribbed Stitch patterns. You will learn how to:
- Cast On
- Basic Knit Stitch
- Basic Purl Stitch
- Joining Ends
- Bind Off
- Weave-in ends
NOTE: Supplies should be picked-up one week before the class. Prior to attending the class, you should have completed the first section of the scarf, which is basic garter stitch. This will allow us to focus our time on the purl stitch during class.
- Saturday, January 10 - 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
- Saturday, February 14 - 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Beginner Crochet
This is the class we have been waiting for: the MOST basic crochet class for the absolute novice. Join Kayla for this two hour class that will get you started. You will get a pattern handout sheet along with some individual attention to begin your journey.
Choose from a selection of Queensland Collection Coastal Cotton yarns and make a face or dish cloth.
- Sunday, January 4, 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
- Sunday, January 18, 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
- Sunday, February 1, 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
- Sunday, February 14, 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
- Sunday, February 22 - 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. (kids 8-13 years)
Beginner Crochet 2
This is the second part of learning to crochet - making a circular/round project Join Kayla for this two hour class that will get you started. You will get a pattern handout sheet along with some individual attention to begin your journey.
- Sunday, January 11 - 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
My First Hat
If you haven't yet started your circular knitting journey, this basic hat class with a simple pattern is for you! In this class we will learn how to knit a hat in the round using circular needles.
This is a great first class if you are new to using circular needles and have already mastered the fundamentals of knitting and purling. We will also learn a simple decrease method in this class.
Recommended skills needed before attempting this class:
- Long tail cast on or thumb method cast on, knowing how to knit and purl stitches
Upcoming classes:
- Saturday, January 10 - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Thursday, February 12 - 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Beginner Socks - Toe Up
Join sock expert Mandy for this introduction to sock knitting where we will use a very simple toe-up technique - no kitchner stitching required!
We will cover the best types of yarn for knitting socks, basic sock construction, inserting waste yarn for the heel (if needed by the pattern), and finishing techniques.
This class is suitable for someone with basic knowledge of knitting, and required skills include: casting on, the knit & purl stitches, knitting in the round, and binding off.
This is a two-part class, meeting on:
Saturday, January 17 & 31 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Emotional Support Chicken
Join us on National Poultry Day (Thursday, March 19) and learn how to make the Emotional Support Chicken! Lots of choices for chicken colors and you may just love this so much that you end up making a coop full.
- Thursday, March 19 - 4:30 - 6:30 pm