Knit and Stitch Classes

4706 Bethesda Avenue Bethesda Maryland 20814

Below is our current schedule of classes. The classes are arranged by topic, so scroll down to
the bottom to see everything that we have to offer.

Most classes list materials and suggested skills. Materials should be purchased prior to the
start time of the class, unless otherwise noted. If you aren't sure what to bring, call us.

To register, please visit the shop or call 301-652-8688. Full payment or credit card number is
required to reserve a space in the class or classes of your choice. NO REFUNDS will be made
for cancellations within one week of class. There is a $25 rescheduling or cancellation fee.

If you have questions regarding any of the classes that we offer or would like to suggest a new
class, please call us (301-652-8688) or stop by.

And sign up for our e-mail newsletter so you'll be the first to know when we add new
classes!

BEGINNER CLASSES

TECHNIQUE CLASSES
Learn new techniques to use on your projects. Pick which topics you want to learn or take the
whole series. Some classes have homework prior to class. Some classes make a specific
project. Please check when registering.

Prerequisite for all classes: cast-on, knit, purl, bind-off.

Fixing mistakes
Learn how to fix your mistakes without having to start over. Learn how to pick up dropped
stitches, fix twisted stitches, and more in order to better your knitting.
BRING: a 4”x 4” stockinette swatch (worsted weight, light color, ‘plain’ yarn preferred) still on
the needles, and an appropriate size crochet hook.
One 1 ½ hour class. Fee $35

Monday, January 24                                                                6:30 to 8 p.m.
Saturday, March 5                                                                   9 to 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday, May 11                                                                     6:30 to 8 p.m.

Finishing Techniques
Don’t let sweater pieces languish in your WIP basket. Learn to finish your work like a pro.
Materials: A sweater that is ready to be finished or two 4"x4" stockinette swatches, a crochet
hook and a yarn needle.
One 2-hour session. Fee $40

Tuesday, February 15 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 30 9 to 11 a.m.

Mitten Basics **PROJECT CLASS
Mittens are a great portable project, and a good next step for rookie knitters. Learn to knit in
the round on double-pointed needles and make a thumb gusset.
Two 2-hour sessions. Fee $60

Saturday, February 5 and 12 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

KNITTING GROUPS

Bring any knitting or crochet project to work on, or we’ll help you pick one. It’s a great way to
take on a challenging project you're not confident doing alone and also a fun way to meet
others who share a passion for knitting. Prerequisites: cast on, knit, purl.
Six 2-hour sessions. Fee $80

(Please call or stop by for more information on availability and exact class dates.)

Mondays 9 to 11 a.m.

Tuesdays 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Wednesdays 10 a.m. to noon

Thursdays 10 a.m. to noon

Thursdays 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Beginning Crochet
Learn crochet basics: chain, single crochet, double crochet, increase and decrease. Plus,
learn to read a crochet pattern and make a granny square. Materials: Worsted-weight yarn in
two or three light colors and a size H or I crochet hook.
Two 2-hour sessions. Fee $65 (includes how-to book)

Saturday, Jan. 8 and 22 9 to 11 a.m.
Wednesday, March 16 and 23 7 to 9 p.m.

Got Questions?? Are we missing something?
Email us -
info@knitandstitch.com

Private lessons in knitting and crochet are scheduled with a member of our friendly, expert
staff at your convenience. Please call the shop to be matched with an appropriate instructor
according to your schedule.

Fees $35 an hour, or bring a friend (or two!), and pay $25 per person per hour.

Baby and Child Hats                                                  **PROJECT CLASS
Little heads need little hats! You’ll start by designing your own hat, and then learn to knit in the
round on circular and double-pointed needles. Learn embellishment techniques like i-cord,
pompoms, three-needle bindoff, crochet and embroidery to make your hat one of a kind.
Materials: worsted-weight yarn in several colors, size 7 16-inch circulars and double-pointed
needles, yarn needle, size G or H crochet hook (optional).
Two 2-hour sessions. Fee $60

Tuesday, February 8 and 22                                                              7 to 9 p.m.
Wednesday, April 6 and 20                                                                 7 to 9 p.m.

Beginning Knitting for Kids
The same knitting basics as our regular Beginning Knitting class, but for ages 8 to 14.
Materials: A ball of worsted-weight yarn in a light color, and size 8 or 9 knitting needles.
Three 1-hour sessions.IFee $55 (includes how-to book)

Saturday, March 5, 12 and 19 2 to 3 p.m.

Lace Beginnings
Don’t be afraid of lace! We’ll teach you the fundamentals: working from lace charts, turning
corners, yarnovers and more.
One 2-hour session. Fee $40

Saturday, February 26 9 to 11 a.m.
Tuesday, April 26 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Mobius Cowl **PROJECT CLASS
Cowls are hot right now, and they’re great fun to knit. Take a step beyond simple scarves with
this beautiful accessory.
One 2-hour session. Fee $40

Sunday, Februrary 6 10 a.m. to noon

Crochet for Knitters
Knitting and crochet play well together. Learn basic crochet skills to enhance your knitting:
provisional cast-on, edging, simple flowers and more.
One 2-hour session. Fee $40

Sunday, February 13                                                                      10 a.m. to noon
Wednesday, April 27                                                                        7 to 9 p.m.

Back To Basics
If you used to knit, let us help you get back in the groove. This class is a step beyond the
beginner level. Materials: A ball of worsted-weight yarn in a light color, and size 8 or 9 knitting
needles.
One 2-hour session. Fee $40

Saturday, March 19 9 to 11 a.m.

Technique Workshops
Bored with the basics? Our one-session technique workshops are just the thing to jump start
your stitching. You’ll learn intermediate and advanced techniques to start you on the road to
becoming a knitting and crochet pro!
Fee $40 per session
Intarsia: Sunday, January 9                                                           10 a.m. to noon

Design your own socks: Sunday, January 23                             10 a.m. to noon

Continental knitting (for knitters who want to learn to hold the yarn in their left hand):
Sunday, February 13                                                                      10 a.m. to noon
or Sunday, March 13                                                                       10 a.m. to noon

Stranded colorwork: Sunday, February 27                                 10 a.m. to noon

Aran knitting: Sunday, March 27                                                  10 a.m. to noon

Sock Fundamentals                                                   **PROJECT CLASS
You can knit socks! Learn to knit in the round, turn a heel, pick up stitches and graft a toe.
Materials: Sock yarn and size 2 double-pointed needles.
Three 1½-hour sessions. Fee $75

Saturday, January 29, February 5 and 12                                               9 to 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday, March 29, April 5 and 12                                                          6:30 to 8 p.m.

Hat in the Round **PROJECT CLASS
Ready to take the next step? Learn to make a basic hat: start your hat without twisting your
cast-on, use double-pointed needles and finish off your project.
One 2-hour session Fee $40

Saturday, February 12 2 to 4 p.m.

CLASSES

Fair Isle Tam **PROJECT CLASS
Conquer stranded colorwork! This hat will take you through the steps of working fair isle and
give you confidence to take on larger projects.
Two 2-hour sessions. Fee $60

Tuesday, January 25 and February 1 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

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Beginning Knitting
Here’s where you learn knitting fundamentals: cast on, knit, purl, increase, decrease and bind
off. Materials: A ball of worsted-weight yarn in a light color, and size 8 or 9 knitting needles.
Two 2-hour sessions. Fee $65 (includes how-to book)

Tuesday, Jan. 11 and 18                                                         6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 8 and 22                                                          11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Feb. 9 and 16                                                     6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Sunday, Feb. 27 and March 6                                                 10 a.m. to noon
Tuesday, March 15 and 22                                                      6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 2 and 9                                                            9 to 11 a.m.
Monday, April 11 and 18                                                          6:30 to 8:30 p.m..
Saturday, May 7 and 14                                                           9 to 11 a.m.
Tuesday, May 17 and 24                                                         6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

PROJECT CLASSES
(Prerequisite for all classes: cast on, knit, purl, bind off. If no materials are listed, please call the
shop to check on what you’ll need prior to the class. Or come in 15 minutes early to choose
materials with the instructor.)

"Owly" Mittens **PROJECT CLASS
Owls are all the rage, and these sweet mittens combine cabling with basic mitten skills. Learn
to knit in the round on double-pointed needles (or try Magic Loop), and master basic
cablework techniques. For a look at the pattern and finished project, click here:
ww w .kelbournewoolens.com/owlmittens/GiveAHoot.pdf
Three 1½-hour sessions. Fee $75

Tuesday, March 1, 8 and 15 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Brushed Suri Mittens **PROJECT CLASS
You won’t be able to stop petting these mitts! They’re super-soft, and the pattern makes a
great introduction to knitting fingerless mitts. Learn to knit in the round on double-pointed
needles, create a thumb gusset and block your mitts. Materials: size 5 double-pointed needles
Two 2-hour sessions. Fee $75 (includes one skein of Blue Sky Alpacas Brushed Suri, and a
pattern card)

Sunday, January 23 and 30 9 to 11 a.m.

End Paper Mittens **PROJECT CLASS
Learn the colorwork techniques to knit this gorgeous pair of fingerless mitts. Materials:
Fingering-weight yarn in two contrasting colors and size 0 or 1 double-pointed needles. For a
look at the pattern and finished project, click here:
www.eunnyjang.com/knit/2006/11/endpaper_mitts.html
Two 2-hour sessions.Fee $60

Monday, February 7 and 14 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Magic Loop Socks **PROJECT CLASS
Hate working with double-pointed needles but want to knit socks? Learn to knit two socks at a
time from the top down using one circular needle and the Magic Loop technique. Materials:
Sock yarn and 47-inch circular needles in size 1, 2 or 3.
Three 1½-hour sessions. Fee $75

Monday, March 7, 14 and 21 6:30 to 8 p.m.

My First Sweater (child size)                                     **PROJECT CLASS
Learn to knit an easy child's cardigan. Learn to check your gauge, follow a pattern, increase,
decrease, pick up stitches, make buttonholes, and seam your sweater. We will pick out
material during the first class. Bring size 6, 7, 8 and 9 needles if you already own them, but if
you don’t, do not buy them before class.
Four 2-hour sessions. Fee $95

Wednesday, Jan. 12, Jan. 26, Feb. 9, Feb. 23                                        6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 26, March 12, March 26, April 9                                      11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Monday, April 4, April 25, May 2, May 16                                                 6:30 to 8:30 p.m

Giant Granny Square Blanket **PROJECT CLASS
Granny squares aren’t just for grannies! Learn basic crochet stitches, and then get started on
a giant granny square blanket. Materials: Several colors of worsted-weight yarn and a size H or
I crochet hook. ]
Two 2-hour sessions. Fee $60

Wednesday, March 2 and 30 7 to 9 p.m.

PRIVATE LESSONS