(depending Upon Gauge!), Cable - Trumpet Hill....Fine Yarns ...

SHOP HOURS 

Tuesday 10:00am – 4:00pm 

Wednesday 10:00am – 4:00pm 

Thursday 10:00am – 8:00pm, Open Knitting 6:00 – 8:00pm 

Friday 10:00am – 4:00pm 

Saturday 10:00am – 4:00pm 

Sunday 12:00 – 4:00pm 

Closed Monday 

Open any evening when classes are in session. 

Please call ahead to confirm, 518-533-9622. 

WINTER 2012 CLASS DESCRIPTIONS 

AIDEZ CABLED CARDIGAN BY CIRILIA ROSE FOR BERROCO 

Class Description: This gorgeous, chunky-weight knit features five different cable stitches! 

Aidez is an open cardigan with no buttonbands or collar, subtle A-line shaping, and a 

fashionably long length. Check out the many projects on ravelry for yarn and color inspiration! 

Celeste will help you take your garment knitting to the next level with planned ribbing, cast-on 

considerations, expert mattress stitch techniques, and blocking tips and tricks. Conversion to 

knitting in one piece will also be offered. 

Materials: 824-1339 yards of aran or chunky weight yarn; size 10½ straight or circular needles 

(depending upon gauge!), cable needle, 6 stitch markers, post-it notes. Please download and 

print free pattern here before class: http://berroco.com/exclusives/aidez/aidez.html 

Homework: Knit a 4-6” gauge swatch in stockinette stitch and bring to class. 

Level: Intermediate 

Instructor: Celeste Young 

BANDANA COWL FROM PURL BEE 

Class Description: Learn how to work short rows in the round with this cute, quick bandana 

cowl. . . and get an early jump on your holiday knitting! What lovely gifts you’ll have! 

Materials: Approx. 100 yards chunky-weight yarn and size 10½ 16” circular needles OR approx. 

200 yards worsted-weight yarn and size 9 16” circular needles; stitch marker; please download 

and print free pattern: http://www.purlbee.com/bandana-cowl/ 

Homework: Cast on and work through round 4 of pattern. Come to class ready to begin shortrow 

shaping! 



CLOCKWORK BY STEPHEN WEST 

Class Description: Another spectacular design featuring a garter stitch pattern to create a shawl 

or scarf of bold, graphic stripes. Have fun combining your choices of yarn colors! 

Materials: Sock-weight yarn: 420 yards of Color A, 275 yards of Color B, size 5 32” circular 

needles, download and print pattern from http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/clockwork 

Level: Advanced Beginner 

Instructor: Aaron Bush 

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CONTINENTAL KNITTING 

Class Description: Knitting Continental style involves holding the yarn in your left hand and 

“picking” it, as opposed to holding the yarn in your right hand and “throwing” it (English style). 

When you hold the yarn in your right hand, you have to let go of your knitting in order to 

“throw” the yarn around the needle when making a stitch. You also have to let go of your 

knitting in order to bring the yarn forward or back between the needles when switching between 

knitting and purling (when ribbing, for example). When you hold the yarn in your left hand, you 

never have to let go of your needles. 

If you’re interested in knitting more comfortably or with greater speed, this class is for you! This 

is also an important skill to know for two-handed color knitting. 

Materials: Worsted weight yarn and size 7 or 8 needles 

Level: Beginner 

Instructor: Iryth Ferrandino 

CRANBERRY CAPELET BY THEA COLMAN 

Class Description: A fun and intuitive knit! A perfect project when you don't want to commit 

to knitting an adult sweater. This is a beautiful capelet that is meant to end at your elbows and to 

keep your arms free. Wear it out to show it off or keep yourself toasty around the house. A 

cable runs down the center (both in the front and back) with ribs on either side of the seams. 

Top-down construction means you can try it on as you go! 

Materials: 700-1200 yards worsted-weight yarn, size 7 circular needles - 16” for the neck & at 

least 29” for body; cable needle, tapestry needle, stitch markers; pattern ($6 download). Please 

download and print pattern before class from http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/cranberrycapelet 


Homework: Swatch first to get gauge of 5 stitches/inch. Before class: Sizing based on bust 

measurement: S(32-36), M(38-42), L(44-50). Cast on 110(114, 118) stitches with smaller 

needle. Work first row FLAT in K1, P1 ribbing. Join being careful not to twist, and place marker 

at beginning of next round. Please note: The pattern says to knit 8” for the turtleneck. When you 

wear the capelet, you will be folding this in half. If you prefer a shorter turtleneck, you may only 

want to knit 6-7” instead. 


CROCHET 101 -- AVAILABLE AS A PRIVATE LESSON; PLEASE CALL TO SCHEDULE! 

Class Description: Learn how to crochet basic stitches (ch, sc,dc) and how to read patterns. A 

simple scarf project is our choice for this class. (You must take the class to find out just what ch, 

sc, and dc are!) 

Materials: 400 yards of worsted weight yarn, size H (5.0mm) crochet hook 

Instructor: Celeste Young or Carol “Cookie” Hornung 

CROCUS SHAWLETTE (COLCHICACEAE) BY ANGELIKA LUIDL 

Class Description: A lovely shawlette featuring lace and short-row shaping! We’re thinking 

SPRING! 

Materials: 435 yards of fingering weight yarn, size 7-24” circular needles, stitch markers, please 

download and print free pattern from http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/colchicaceae 


Homework: Cast on required stitches, per pattern. 

Instructor: Ruth Rich 


DOUBLE-KNIT TECHNIQUE 

Class Description: Learn the technique of Double Knitting. This class is required before the 

Double Knit Hat or Winter Wonderland Gathering. This is a fabulous technique that can be used 

for all kinds of projects including the Dog Paws/or Rectangly Hat class we have featured this 

term. Use two colors of yarn and watch the magic happen! 

Materials: Worsted weight yarn in two colors (at least 50 yds. each), size 9 needles. 



DOUBLE-KNIT HAT: RECTANGLY OR DOG PAWS BY CATHERINE HUGHES 

Class Description: Have some fun while double knitting with this awesome hat! A stunner on 

either side – why choose your favorite color when you can have both?! 

Materials: Approx. 200 yards total of two colors of worsted-weight yarn (sample used Cascade 

220); size 6 16” circular & dpns; please download and print pattern before class from: 

http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/rectangly-hat 

Level: Intermediate. 

Prerequisite: Double-Knit Technique Class 

Homework: Rectangly Hat: Cast on 88 stitches with your main color. Join round. Place marker. 

Round 1-knit into the front and back of each stitch to end up with 176 stitches. Dog Paw Hat: 

Cast on 96 stitches with your main color. Join round. Place marker. Round 1-knit into the front 

and back of each stitch to end up with 192 stitches. 


ENTRELAC HEADWARMER (QUANT) BY STAR ATHENA 

Class Description: Learn the technique of Entrelac with this lovely Headwarmer. 

You will be amazed at how much fun this is. . . and you’ll even learn to knit backwards! 

Materials: 1 of Noro Kureyon, size 8 double points and straight needles, download and print 

free pattern from knitty.com: http://knitty.com/ISSUEwinter07/PATTquant.html 


Homework: Come to class with the i-cord and base triangle completed. 

Instructor: Carol “Cookie “ Hornung 

ENTRELAC SCARF 

Class Description: Entrelac looks like woven triangles and rectangles. Most people will say 

“How did you do that?!” Learn the technique or hone your skills with this scarf project! 

Materials: 5 skeins Noro Kureyon or Silk Garden; size 6 straight needles; pattern provided in 

class. 


Instructor: Carol “Cookie” Hornung 

FELTED CLOGS BY BEV GALESKAS 

Class Description: These warm, comfortable slippers are a must-knit! Make a pair for yourself 

first, because everyone will want them. This class is a great introduction to shaping for the 

advanced beginner, and an excellent refresher course for the returning knitter. 


Materials: Cascade 220 yarn: 3 skeins, two of sole color and one of foot color.. A dark color 

(the two skeins) is recommended for the sole and trim, pattern, size 13 16” and 24” needles, one 

spare circular needle of smaller size. 



FELTED MITTENS W/ RIBBED CUFF 

Class Description: What’s warmer than a pair of wool mittens? A pair of FELTED wool 

mittens with cozy ribbed cuffs! These are a fun, rewarding knit and so useful here in the 

Northeast. Make a few pairs to give to your favorite friends! 


Materials: 1 skein Brown Sheep Lamb’s Pride Worsted for felted mitten, 1 skein Cascade 220 

for ribbing. Size 5 and 11 double pointed needles; pattern included. 

Homework: Using size 11 dpns, cast on 40 stitches. Join to begin working in the round; knit 20 

rounds (stockinette stitch!). Come to class ready to begin the thumb gusset. 

Instructor: Jean Bigaouette 

FINISHING TECHNIQUES 

Class Description: Proper seaming can make the difference between “homemade” and 

“handcrafted” garments. Learn to pick stitches, sew sides with the mattress seam, backstitch 

armhole seams, bind off shoulders with three needles, work around a button hole, properly sew 

on a button, and weave in ends. Proper blocking techniques will be discussed. 

Materials: Sweater pieces, pattern instructions, tapestry needle, blocking pins, buttons, and yarn 

from your sweater. 


Homework: Students must bring completed sweater pieces to assemble in class. 

Instructor: Kim Jackson 

FIXING MISTAKES 

Class Description: This class is becoming a perennial favorite. Do you spend a lot of time 

ripping out all of your knitting because you make a mistake? Can you identify it, but don’t know 

what to do about it? You will learn how to recognize and undo unsightly stitches, how to use a 

crochet hook to pick up “dropped” stitches; and how to align your stitches on the needle to avoid 

“crossed” stitches. Best of all, you will only undo a few stitches, not rows upon rows, to undo an 

error missed several rows ago. 

Materials: Use worsted weight yarn and appropriate needles, and an “F” or “G” crochet hook. 


Homework: Bring a stockinette swatch about 4 inches square still on the needles to recreate 

some of these situations. 


GET STARTED SPINNING MAXIMUM 3 STUDENTS 

Class Description: Learn to spin – it’s time! This class will cover all the bases that every 

beginner should know, from spinning terms and wheel mechanics to learning how to treadle, 

draft, spin, and ply. 

Level: Beginners only 

Materials: Must have spinning wheel – please call or stop in if interested in renting a wheel; 4 

oz. of roving. 


HOODED BABY RAGLAN SLEEVE SWEATER 

Class Description: A darling sweater that will become an all-time favorite for those baby gifts! 

It is a cardigan style with raglan sleeves and an attached hood. You will learn to make the 


attached hood, a garter stitch button band, and I-cord ribbon plus more. Grandma’s-to-be…you 

will be making these in your sleep! 


Materials: Sizes are 6 mos (12, 18): 2 (2, 3) skeins Encore, worsted weight, sizes 6 & 7-16” OR 

24” circular needles; size 7 dpns, markers, darning needle, 6 buttons, pattern with class. 

Homework: With size 6 needles, starting at face edge of hood, cast on 49 (53, 55). Knit 10 rows 

for garter stitch border. Change to size 7 needles and work in stockinette stitch to 5 1/2" (6", 6") 

from start. End after having worked a purl row. 

Instructor: Pat Cumiskey 

ISTANBUL: COLORWORK SOCKS! BY ROBYN GALLEMORE OF REDBIRDKNITS 

Class Description: Use a solid color and a variegated color to create an Old Anatolian pattern 

for these spectacular socks! Or, really amp things up and do all of the color changing yourself! 

Pat will guide you through the knitting of these stunners, knit from the leg down using charted 

stitch patterns. 


Materials: Approx. 230 yards solid sock-weight yarn; approx. 230 yards variegated sock-weight 

yarn; size 0 double-pointed needles; pattern ($6 download). Please download and print pattern 

before class from: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/istanbul 


KATAHDIN HAT BY KATE GAGNON OSBORN OF KELBOURNE WOOLENS 

Class Description: Hate that “jump” in your striped knitting? That’s called a jog! Learn how to 

get rid of it using the jogless jog technique! 

Materials: 2 colors of Fibre Company Acadia, one skein each; sizes 3 and 5 16” circular needles; 

stitch marker; print free pattern from http://www.kelbournewoolens.com/katahdin.html 

Homework: Cast on and work through ribbing. Come to class ready to begin stripes! 



KNITTED GLOVES 

Class Description: There are few things more luxurious than hand-knitted gloves. . . and these 

gloves are STUNNING. Truly a must-knit! Long, ribbed cuffs and lovely cables along the back 

of the hand make the knitting quick and pleasant. 

Materials: Approx. 400 yards sport-weight yarn; size 2 double-pointed needles; pattern at class. 


Instructor: Aaron Bush 

KNITTING 101 MAXIMUM 3 STUDENTS 

Class Description: Learn to cast on, knit, purl, do ribbing and bind off while making a 

“Seaman’s Scarf” which is a perfect style for men, women and children with a snug ribbed neck 

to ward off the winter chill. Simpler garter-stitch scarf available for children to learn to knit! 

Materials: 2 skeins worsted weight yarn, size 8 single pointed needles. Pattern included. 


Instructor: Ruth Rich, or Celeste Young 

KNITTING 201 MAXIMUM 3 STUDENTS 

Class Description: Take your knitting to the next level with a simple hat, knit in the round! 

Learn to use circular needles and double-pointed needles, the long-tail cast-on, how to join in the 


ound, and decrease! After this class, you’ll be able to move on to any type of project – 

sweaters, mittens, blankets, and more! 

Materials: 1 skein worsted weight yarn, size 7 16” circular needles, size 7 double-pointed 

needles. Pattern included. 

Level: Beginner (Knitting 101 recommended) 

Instructor: Ruth Rich or Celeste Young 

LACE TECHNIQUE 

Class Description: A class designed to help you get started with lace knitting and just how to 

read a chart. All your questions about lace knitting will be addressed. Feel free to bring a lace 

pattern you are interested in. 

Materials: Notebook and pen, lace pattern if desired. 


Homework: Bring lace pattern of your choice to class! 


LILY BLANKET JOJOLAND YARN CO. 

Class Description: Learn to knit the first square and pick up for the second in this singlesession 

class! You know what that means . . . no sewing needed! Gorgeous color changing 

superwash wool yarn makes this project a show-stopper. Finished size is 32” square. 

Materials: 10 balls (5 each of 2 colors, or all the same) Jojoland Rhythm Superwash; size 7 

double-pointed needles; pattern. 



MAGIC LOOP ADULT TOE-UP SOCKS 

Class Description: Another way to knit socks is using the Magic Loop method. In this class you 

will learn how to cast on a TOE UP sock, do a bunch of homework and for the second session 

learn how to finish off the sock. Be open-minded to this technique. It is awesome! 

Materials: Sock yarn to make a pair of socks, Size 1, 2 or whatever needle necessary to get 

gauge in the 40” length; pattern provided. 


Instructor: Carolyn Malloch 

MITERED SQUARES SHAWL BY MICKEY LANDAU 

Class Description: Learn the technique of making mitered squares, and choose to go on and 

create this gorgeous shawl! Ruth will take you through all the steps of creating your first and 

beginning your second squares, covering all the techniques you will need to be successful! 

Small amounts of worsted-weight yarn are fine for this technique class; materials below are for 

the full shawl. 

Materials: Approx. 800 yards worsted-weight yarn in main color; approx 200 yards worstedweight 

yarn in contrast color; size 8 straight or circular needles; pattern provided. 



MOEBIUS SCARF 

Class Description: Learn the mystical, magical, moebius cast on technique of Cat Bordhi. Once 

you master this cast on your world of mystical, magical knits will unfold! Others will remain 

mystified…. 



Materials: Worsted weight yarn of your choice, size 9 40” circular needles depending on yarn, 

markers, tapestry needle, pattern included. 

Instructor: Carolyn Malloch 

MY FIRST SWEATER OR EASY RAGLAN WITH ROLL NECK OR MOCK CABLE NECK BY GREEN 

MOUNTAIN SPINNERY (Sample is for a size 4 girls sweater in Encore) 

Class Description: This versatile pullover is VERY easy and rewarding knitting on circular and 

straight needles. Start right in at the neck with the mock cable, a great cable that is quick to learn 

and continue down to the cuffs, all in one piece. The Roll neck version is equally attractive for a 

more informal look. The pattern ranges from size 2 to 54 inches so you may want to make one 

for everyone in the family! 

Materials: Choose size first: Child 2 (4, 6, 8, 10) Adult 34 (38, 42, 46, 50, 54” bust) 

Yarn: Worsted weight, Child 500 (500, 750, 750, 1000 yards) Adult 1250 (1250, 1500, 1750, 

1750, 1750 yards) 

Needles: Roll Neck Version: Sizes 5 & 7 16” circulars for ALL SIZES; for size 8, 10, 34, 38, 43 

you will also need sizes 5 & 7 29” circular; for sizes 46, 50, 54 you will also need sizes 5 & 7 32” 

or 36” circulars 

Needles: Mock Cable Neck Version: Size 5 straight or 16” circular for ALL SIZES; for sizes 2, 4 

you will also need size 7 16” circular; for sizes 8, 10, 34, 38, 43 you will also need size 7 29” 

circular; for sizes 46, 50, 54 you will also need size 7 32” or 36” circulars 


Homework: Make a copy of your pattern and highlight the instructions for the size you are 

making. Bring to first class a stockinette gauge sample of knit one row, purl one row over 20 sts. 

OWL PULLOVER BY GAIL PFEIFLE (ROO KNITS) 

Class Description: This adorable pullover is a simple knit with one little twist: a stunning 

intarsia owl! Come learn to knit intarsia . . . it’s easier than you think! 

Materials: Pullover sized for 1 year (2, 4, 6). Uses Encore Worsted yarn: 2(3, 3, 3) skeins main 

color, 1 skein each of 4 contrasting colors; size 6 straight or circular needles; yarn bobbins 

optional; yarn needle; pattern leaflet (available in store). 

Homework: Front must be knit up to beginning of intarsia chart. Advice on finishing/assembly 

will be given, but focus of class is on intarsia technique and weaving in ends. 



OUTLAW NECKERCHIEF BY CELESTE YOUNG 

Class Description: This worsted-weight neckerchief knits quickly, but certainly isn’t boring! 

With lacework on the right and wrong sides, Outlaw will keep you on your toes and excited to 

see your knitting grow. Learn to read charted lace patterns, work with traditional and twisted 

decreases, and pick up lace blocking tips in this class. 

Materials: 2-3 skeins of worsted-weight yarn such as Cascade 220 Solids or Heathers, 9 32-40” 

circulars, 2 round stitch markers, 1 removable stitch marker, pattern (sold in store). 

Homework: Swatch first to obtain a gauge of 15 sts/24 rows to 4” in stockinette stitch. Cast on 

and work to the beginning of Lace Chart 1, using long-tail cast on as follows: loosely tie two 

tails of yarn together. Complete long-tail cast on as usual, but do not count the knot as a stitch. 

Untie the beginning knot, cut one of the working yarns, and there you have it: a long-tail cast on 

without having to estimate the length you need! 




PLEATED SCARF BY GREEN MOUNTAIN SPINNERY 

Class Description: The design of this scarf is simply amazing! Learn a technique that actually 

pleats the scarf with a beautiful design throughout. A perfect gift for that special someone or 

hmmm…maybe you? Green Mountain Spinnery has done it again. 


Materials: 2-3 skeins of fingering weight yarn, size 4 or 5 needles depending on gauge, stitch 

markers, tapestry needle; pattern. 


PRAIRIE EARTH AND SKY COLORWORK CARDIGAN DESIGNED BY KATHLEEN TAYLOR 

Class Description: Yes, you CAN knit a colorwork cardigan! Celeste will take you through the 

steps to ensure a successful project, from proper fair isle swatching to steeking and picking up 

for button bands! Hand-reinforced steeks as well as machine reinforced steeks will be covered. 

Materials: Cascade 220 Solids & Heathers in your choice of colors; 36” sample used 4 skeins 

background color and 1 skein each of 8 different foreground colors ranging from green-yelloworange-red; 

size 7 dpns, 16” circular AND 24” or 29” circular needles; size 8 dpns, 16” circular 

AND 24” or 29” circular needles; post-it notes; Fearless Fair Isle book by Kathleen Taylor 

(available in store); 6 stitch markers. 

Homework: Select your yarns and come to class ready to swatch! If possible, read through the 

introduction of Taylor’s book – it’s full of tips and tricks we’ll be using in class! 



REVERSIBLE STRIPE SCARF 

Class Description: Come learn this great knitting trick and your friends will be amazed. You’ll 

be making a scarf with horizontal stripes on one side and vertical stripes on the other using two 

colors. This scarf will make a great holiday gift this season. 

Level: All levels welcome 

Materials: A self-striping yarn (i.e. Noro) with a complementary solid color (200 yards of each); 

size 8 or 9 circular needle (24” works well). Pattern included. 


SOCKS 101 

Class Description: Learn to knit top-down socks on double pointed needles. Selection of yarn, 

fitting, the long-tail cast on, ssk, k2tog and the kitchener stitch will be taught. This is a 

wonderful, portable project that takes the angst out of waiting. Oh, and by the way – it’s a little 

bit addictive! 

Materials: Approx. 440 yards sock yarn; size 2 dpns; Knitting Pure & Simple pattern (in-store). 



THRUMMED MITTENS 

Class Description: Think hand-knit mittens are the warmest in the world? THINK AGAIN! 

Thrummed mittens are hand-knit with yarn and scraps of roving, or thrums, to create the most 

unbelievably well-insulated mittens you’ve ever tried! A MUST for the Northeast! 

Materials: Approx. 200 yards worsted-weight yarn; 3-4oz wool roving; size 7 double-pointed 

needles; pattern provided by instructor. 




TOWN AND COUNTRY ARAN CARDIGAN BY LISA LLOYD 

Class Description: If you have always wanted to make one and thought you couldn’t OR 2012 is 

a “knitting for yourself” year, then take this class! You will learn how to master the stitches in 

this beautiful aran cardigan from A Fine Fleece. The unusual ribbing flows into traditional aran 

stitches and saddle shoulders. 


Materials: Sizes: 38.5 (42, 46.5, 51” bust): 1550 (1650, 1850, 2050) yards Cascade 220 or other 

similar worsted-weight yarn, large eyed tapestry needle, sizes 5 and 7 straight or circular needles 

OR needles to gauge, markers, yarn needle, 5 buttons, cable needle, stitch holders, A Fine Fleece 

by Lisa Lloyd (please note, this book is no longer in print. You may obtain it from your local 

library or used book sites such as amazon.com, half.com, or alibris.com). Homework: Swatch to 

obtain gauge of 20 stitches/28 rows to 4” in moss stitch on larger needle 


WIRE BEADED NECKLACE (CROCHET!) 

Class Description: Enjoy an afternoon of fun with beading and crocheting this absolutely 

beautiful necklace! So many of you have commented on the ones our shopkeeper wears that we 

decided to offer a class! No crocheting experience is necessary. Whoo-hoo! 

Materials: Size I or J metal crochet hook; bead/wire/clasp kit available for purchase at Trumpet 

Hill, $10. Pattern provided by instructor. 


Instructor: Jean Bigaouette 

WOODSMOKE SCARF BY JARED FLOOD 

Class Description: Knit this stunning sock-weight scarf for yourself or a very-deserving 

someone! So much to learn in this fabulous class. . . master the provisional cast on and knit-on 

lace edging! 

Materials: Two contrasting shades of fingering-weight yarn (sample used 1 skein each in two 

colors of Universal Pace), size 6 24” or 32” circular needle; size H or I crochet hook; smooth 

cotton or similar scrap yarn for provisional cast on; Brave New Knits book, ed. by Julie 

Turjoman (available in-store).

(depending Upon Gauge!), Cable - Trumpet Hill....Fine Yarns ...

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