Tuesday, July 2, 2013

Classes from Crazy Girl Coralville This Summer!


Peaks & Valleys Scarf       $20 
Saturday: July 6; 1 - 3PM

Difficulty Level: Beginner

Instructor: Angie Jordan

Start your holiday projects early and actually get them done in time for the gift giving season! Knit an elegant, yet simply made scarf for your in-laws, siblings, college buddies, or even your coworkers—they’ll LOVE it!


Spa Dishcloths With Ann       $25 
Saturday: July 13; 1 - 3PM

Difficulty Level: Beginner

Instructor: Ann Rushton

Ever wonder how they do all those special stitches? Take this afternoon class and learn how much fun and versatile knitting can be! You’ll learn three different stitch patterns and learn to wade your way through what looks like complicated knitting directions! The added bonus—get started on holiday knitting!


Basic Socks With Ann       $40 
Saturdays: July 27, August 3 & 10; 10:30AM - 12PM

Difficulty Level: Beginner

Instructor: Ann Rushton

You will learn basic sock construction using worsted weight yarn so you can get them done and on your feet. This class will familiarize you with the basics of sock construction. The first week we will start the leg. The second class we will do the heel flap, turn the heel, and pick up the gusset stitches. The third class we will knit the toe and graft it closed with Kitchner stitch.



Christmas Stockings With Ann       $40 
Saturdays: July 27, August 3 & 10; 12:30 - 2PM

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Instructor: Ann Rushton

You know you want to make them! Get started on those stockings NOW and be done in time for Christmas! Learn to make this perennial classic over three Saturdays as well as bump up your skill sets. Have fun picking colors, learning to read charts, and to knit “the other way.” Have a stocking ready just in time for Christmas! (Maybe more if you’re obsessed!)


LEARN TO CROCHET       $40 
Sundays: July 28, August 4 & 11; 3 - 5PM

Difficulty Level: Beginner

Instructor: Thea O’Grady

This class will introduce you to the world of crochet. You will learn a variety of stitches to make a sampler scarf, how to comfortably use a crochet hook and all of the basics that beginner crocheters need to know. This class if fun and stress-free. KNITTERS! Do not count yourselves out. You need this class too. Newer knitwear designs include crochet and learning crochet will just add to your bag of tricks.