The Class Schedule below lists a wide variety of classes and workshops in knitting, crocheting, spinning, weaving and other fiber crafts taught by instructors who are experts in the field. All sessions are held at the store in Fountain Square Mall unless otherwise noted.
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| Spinning 101 with instructor, Kandy Schwandt |
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| Loom Weaving with Instructor, Suzanne Halvorson |
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| Marla Dawson's Knitting Class |
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| Fiber Arts Camp with Instructor, Andrea Golden |
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Classes are limited to 4-6 students so early registration and payment are recommended to guarantee a space in class. To register, please call (812) 334-2464 or stop by the store Monday to Saturday, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, or click HERE to sign up online.
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CLASS PARKING
Free street parking after 6:00 p.m. on weeknights and all day Saturdays in the Fourth Street Garage ("Garage Art"), all levels. You can take the walkway across from the 3rd level of the garage to Yarns Unlimited.
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All supplies for
classes are available for purchase at Yarns Unlimited. Our instructors will guide you in choosing the appropriate materials. Most patterns
and printed materials for classes are FREE.
Class times & dates are subject to change. Please call (812) 334-2464 for the latest information.
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September - October 2010 Classes
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Please click HERE to sign up for classes online.
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To print a 2-page PDF copy of
our class schedule, click HERE.
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PRIVATE LESSON
 TBA -
Please call to schedule one
Fee: $20 for the first hour,
$15/hour for additional hours
Here's
your
chance to take advantage of one-on-one session with one of our expert
instructors. Since instruction is focused on you, you'll pick up the
skills faster and get on with your project. Private lessons may be
arranged for knitting, weaving, crocheting & spinning. |
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BEGINNING KNITTING
 MarlaDawsonWednesdays, 9/1, 9/8 & 9/15, 6:30 - 8:30 pm ORFridays, 8/27, 9/3 &
9/10, 2:00 - 4:00 pm Fee: $65 (includes "Teach Yourself to
Knit"
book, bamboo needles, and a
skein of yarn - over $20.00 value)Discover the joy of
knitting and join the new generation of knitters who find knitting
cool, hip, creative and a great antidote to stress! Learn how to cast
on, bind off, knit, purl, decrease & increase and make a scarf for
your first project. |
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INTERMEDIATE KNITTING
 Marla
DawsonWednesdays, 9/29, 10/6 & 10/13,
6:30 - 8:30 pm OR
Fridays, 10/1, 10/8 &
10/15, 2:00 - 4:00 pmFee: $55This course is designed for those who just
completed
Beginning Knitting or for anyone who needs to brush up on their knitting
skills. Learn how to read patterns, knit in the round,
shaping, do cables and other stitches to add texture to your knitting
and more. Make a textured toque or cabled hat. |
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BEGINNER'S & RUSTY KNITTER'S INTENSIVE
WORKSHOP
 Judith
Smith-IlleSaturday, 10/2, 2:00-5:00 pmFee:
$35 (includes printed instructions)This class is for those new to knitting or
those who have previously done some knitting and need a refresher
course. By the end of the class you will have the confidence to start a
knitting project of your choice. We'll cover all the basics of knitting. |
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KNIT FIX WORKSHOP: Learn how to fix your
knitting mistakes
 Faith
HawkinsSaturday, 10/16, 9:00 - 11:00 amFee:
$25 Dropped, added,
twisted, and
split stitches--they're really no big deal! This workshop will focus on
problems that creep into your knitting and help you learn how to
identify and fix them. If you have a project in progress with a little
"oops", bring it along. |
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KNIT AN HEIRLOOM - Sampler Afghans
 Marla
Dawson2nd Tuesday of each month, 6:00-7:30 pm* OR1st
Friday of each month, 10:30 am-12 noon Fee:
$60 for first 6 classes (over 12 mos)
$50 for
following 6 classesDesign
your own afghan by selecting 20 of the 60 square patterns featured in
the classic Sampler Afghans. This collection of unique designs include
cables, tweed, eyelet, shell, bobble, moss, rib and much
more--guaranteed to increase your knitting know-how with every square
you complete. *students for
evening session must call ahead to schedule; minimum 2 students required |
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HAPPY HOOKING: Beginning &
Intermediate Crochet
 Robin
Edmundson
Wednesdays, 9/15 & 9/22, 5:30 - 7:00 pm
Fee:
$35 (patterns included)
Crochet
is now the cutting edge of fashion, and this class will cover the basic
stitches to make beautiful crocheted items. If you're a rusty hooker
looking to sharpen or enhance your crochet skills, this is your chance
to practice and create a hat, scarf or a pattern of your choice. In
addition to basic crochet stitches, the class will cover crocheting in
the round, increases, decreases & patterned stitches.
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ADVANCED CROCHET
 Robin
Edmundson
Wednesdays, 9/29 & 10/6, 5:30 -
7:00 pm
Fee: $35 (patterns included)
Take your crochet
skills to the next level and make a crochet lace scarf in stacked
diamond pattern or a
shawl with rippling stitches using finer yarns. You will learn how
to read stitches to free you from strictly following written patterns.
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SPECIALTY CROCHET I: Broomstick Lace
 Robin
Edmundson
Wednesday, 10/27, 5:30 - 7:00 pm
Fee:
$20
Here's a new look at
an old favorite! In one class session you will learn a simple vintage
crochet stitch using a big knitting needle and a crochet hook. This
stitch can be used to make afghans, scarves, and shaped garments, using
any yarn from fine to chunky.
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SPECIALTY CROCHET II: Tunisian Crochet
 Karla
Kamstra
Mondays, 10/11 & 10/18, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Fee:
$35
Sometimes referred
to as afghan crochet,
Tunisian crochet is
considered by many to be a cross between knitting and crochet. It
uses a long needle that has a stopper at
the end, just like a knitting needle, and has a crochet hook at the
other
end. Basic crochet skills required.
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FAIR ISLE
KNITTING: Two-color Workshop
 Carolynne
GierynThursday, 9/16, 2:00 - 4:00 pmFee:
$25In just 2 hours you
can learn the tricks of
two-color knitting for knitting hats, sweaters or mittens. |
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KNITTING TECHNIQUES: 30 tips to improve your knitting
Judith
Smith-IlleSaturday, 10/16, 1:00-3:00 pmFee:
$25Expand your
knowledge with tips from the experts. Improving your knitting is all in
the details and that makes your project look fabulous. Learn the
perfect cast on, joining yarns the easy way, make perfect edges and much
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ON YOUR TOES! Knitting toe-up socks using Magic Loop method
 Judith Smith-IlleSaturdays,
10/2 (9:00 am-1:00 pm), 10/9 & 10/16 (10:00 am-12:00 noon)Fee:
$65 (includes printed detailed instructions)Learn
how to knit socks toe up, two at a time on one 40" needle. Socks are
finished together and identical. This is a highly technical class that
takes 10 hours of instructions. You will learn how to knit the magic
loop method of circular knitting to make a pair of socks designed to fit
your feet perfectly. Basic knitting skills required but no prior sock
knitting experience is necessary. |
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TOP-DOWN SOCKS KNITTING
 Faith Hawkins
Thursdays,
9/23, 9/30 & 10/7, 6:00-7:30 pm
Fee: $45
Beginning
& intermediate sock knitters are
welcome to this class. Learn the
traditional way of knitting socks and knit a pair for yourself or
someone special. Intermediate knitters will do a textured or
patterned sock design. |
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BEGINNING LACE KNITTING -
Triangular Lace Scarf
 Dee MortensenWednesdays, 9/29, 10/13 & 10/20,
6:00
- 7:30 pmFee: $45Take your knitting skills to the next level
with this great introduction to lace knitting. Knit a stylish accessory
to wear for over your shoulders for special occasions, over
air-conditioned rooms, or when the weather turns frosty. Use a variety
of luxurious fibers of your choice and size 7 needles! This is an easy
and fast lace pattern that you can finish in no time. |
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WAVY ZIG-ZAG RIB SCARF
 Judith Smith-IlleSaturday, 10/23, 10:00 am
- 12:00 noonFee:
$25Make
this reversible ribbed pattern and learn how to make
perfect edges, matching cast on and cast off, easy join yarns, stitch
maps and pattern rhythms, and a knitting life-line for complicated or
long patterns. |
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BROOKLYN TWEED
SCARF OR TEAM SCARF
 Judith Smith-IlleSaturday,
10/9, 1:00 - 3:00 pmFee:
$25Learn the techniques for this beautiful
striped scarf
designed by Jared Flood using Noro hand-dyed yarns or a combination of
your team colors and modification to
the pattern we've made. You'll learn how to do two perfect edges and
the technical way to join yarns in the exact spot you need to get the
yarn to stripe in a unique way. |
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CITY NECKWRAP
 Alison
Stewart-GuineeSaturdays, 9/18 & 9/25, 9:00 -
11:00 amFee: $40Neckwarmers are
fast becoming as popular as scarves. Make this smart, modern neck
warmer to keep you stylish and warm during the cold months. Original pattern by Alison is included. |
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SWIRL RIBBED, BEADED HAT
 Dee
MortensenSaturday, 10/9, 2:00 - 5:00 pmFee:
$30Learn how to knit
this hat with beads which can go from day to evening and catch
everyone's
attention! |
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KNITTED
MITTENS
 Marla
Dawson
Mondays, 10/18 & 10/25, 4:00 -
5:30 pm
Fee: $30
An easy pattern
for a beginner which can be done in child to adult size in any weight
yarn. Make great
gifts!
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KNITTING WITH
BEADS
 Judy
VitalianoWednesdays, 9/14, 9/21 & 9/28, 6:00 - 7:30 pmFee:
$45Create a fanciful
scarf using contemporary fibers and stunning beads. In this class you
will learn the basics of using beads with your knitting to make a
stunning scarf or coin purse. |
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KNITTED, FELTED WREATH
 Alison
Stewart-Guinee
Saturdays, 10/9, 10/23 & 10/30,
9:00 - 10:30 am
Fee:
$45
Learn how to create
this fabulous wreath to use as a festive decoration in your home for the
holidays. Flowers & leaves are knitted, felted and arranged in a
wreath form. Make one for each season of the year!
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KNITTED, FELTED SHEEP
BAGS
 Katie
Polit
Wednesdays, 10/13, 10/20 &
10/27, 6:00-7:30pm
Fee: $50 (includes Noni sheep bag pattern)
Choose from wooly lamb or wooly ewe size to
make this super cute bag, or you can stuff them to make pillows if you
like! It's fun to make with loopy stitch pattern. Give them a unique
personality by the way you embroider their faces, so use your favorite
sheep as a model!
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KNITTED, FELTED CAT CUDDLER
 Judy
VitalianoTuesdays, 10/12, 10/19 & 10/26,
6:00 - 7:30 pmFee:
$45This
is the perfect cuddler to keep your kitty safe, warm and cozy.
Knitting is fast with 4 strands of yarns on size 17 needles.
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NEEDLE FELTING WORKSHOP - Pumpkin
Andrea
Golden
Saturday,
10/2, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Fee: $30
Learn how to use roving to create projects and
embellishments using needle felting techniques. In time for Fall,
you'll make a pumpkin to adorn your home for the season!
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HAPPY FROG
 Katie
Polit
Saturday, 9/25, 2:00 -
5:00 pm
Fee: $30
Want
something
easy and fun to make you smile? Knit this frog and place it on your
desk, by your bedside, or on your dashboard to cheer you up. |
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SPINNING 101
 Kandy
Schwandt
Wednesdays, 10/6, 10/13 & 10/20, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Fee:
$65 (includes use of spinning wheel in the shop during the 3-week
session)
This class is
designed for those who are
new to spinning as well as those who already know how to spin on a drop
spindle. We will cover the basic skills you need to make your own
unique yarn.
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SPECIALTY SPINNING:
Spinning Beyond Wool
 Kandy
Schwandt
Wednesdays,
9/8, 9/15 & 9/22,
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Fee: $65 (includes use of spinning
wheel
in the shop during the 3-week session)
Learn the special techniques for
spinning mohair, silk and cotton into beautiful, unique yarns! Each
week will focus on spinning one of these luscious fibers and cover a
variety of preparations and methods of spinning. Basic wheel spinning
skills and ability to spin a continuous yarn is required.
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DROP SPINDLE WORKSHOP
 Kandy
Schwandt
Saturday,
10/16, 1:00 - 3:00pm
Fee: $25
Spinning yarn on a drop spindle is portable and
inexpensive. Learn basic techniques for creating beautiful,
one-of-a-kind yarn with a simple drop spindle.
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LOOM WEAVING
 Suzanne
Halvorson
Tuesdays, 10/5, 10/12, 10/19 & 10/26,
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Fee:
$95 (includes use of loom in the shop during the 4-week session)
This class for both beginners and intermediate
weavers will introduce you to the joys of creating scarves, table
runners, and much more on four harness floor looms. Intermediate
students will learn about working with pattern, while beginners will
focus on color, texture and plain weave. Sign up early, as space is
limited to 5 students.
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SPECIALTY WEAVING
 Suzanne HalvorsonTuesdays,
9/7, 9/14, 9/21 & 9/28,
6:00 - 8:00 pmFee:
$95 (includes use of loom in the shop during
the 4-week session)Use
your basic weaving skills to create a scarf or wrap in beautiful
patterns such as double
weave and African inspired warp-faced weaves or do an introduction to
weaving Rio Grande rug. To ensure that materials are available, please
let us know if you plan to do the rug project. |
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WEAVING TECHNIQUES WORKSHOP I
Focus on Loom Dressing
 Suzanne
Halvorson
Saturday, 10/2, 9:00 am - 12:00 noon
Fee:
$40
This workshop is for
those who are rusty on how to dress a loom or for those who have looms
who want to learn front to back. We will also cover how to calculate
yardage for projects.
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WEAVING TECHNIQUES WORKSHOP II
Design
and Pattern Interpretation
 Suzanne
Halvorson
Saturday, 9/18, 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Fee:
$25
Different books and
magazines have unique methods of writing weaving patterns. We'll focus
on how to read and interpret Twills and Block weaves during this
session. Students may bring a pattern they don't understand (optional).
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RIGID HEDDLE WEAVING WORKSHOP (all
levels)
 Suzanne
Halvorson
Saturday, 9/25, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fee:
$65 (students get 10% off towards purchase of loom during class)
Discover why this table top, portable loom is
so popular among novice and long-time weavers alike. You can make a
woven project in less than a day! In this workshop you will learn how
to dress the loom, weave your project, and finish it--all in one day!
Use our loom, bring your own or purchase one at Yarns Unlimited.
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AFTER-SCHOOL KIDS' KNITTING PROGRAM
 Allie
Goveia
Mondays,
9/13, 9/20, 9/27 & 10/4, 4:15 - 5:45 pm
Fee:
$40
This class is for
young knitters from ages 8-12 and welcomes beginners and continuing
students alike. It is designed to be flexible and most of all fun!
Students will work on projects of their own choosing, selected with the
help of the instructor, and based on the student's individual interest
and skill-level.
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CLASS REGISTRATION
To
register for classes, please call Yarns Unlimited at (812) 334-2464 or
stop by the shop to register in person, Monday to Saturday,
10:00am-6:00pm. You may also register online. Payment is requested at the time
of registration to secure your place in class. Classes are limited to
4-6 students, so please sign up early. |
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