Downtown Yarns
Summer 2008 Class Schedule

Please call or come in to sign up for classes.
45 Avenue A, NYC
212 995 5991

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KNITTING PROJECTS
Our most popular class! Pick your own project and make it with the teacher’s help.
4-week class. Cost: $100
Thursdays, 7:30–9:30 pm 
Session S-I: May 8, 15, 22, 29
Session S-II: Jun. 5, 12, 19, Jul. 3
Session S-III: Jul. 17, 24, 31, Aug. 7

BEGINNER KNITTING
Learn the basics of knitting: knit, purl, cast on, cast off, increase, decrease. A simple project, like a scarf, will be worked on.
4-week class. Cost: $100
Tuesdays, 7–9 pm 
Session S-I: May 6, 13, 20, 27
Session S-II: Jun. 10, 17, 24, Jul. 1
Session S-III: Jul 15, 22, 29, Aug. 5

BEGINNER CROCHET
Discover the simple basics of crochet, and learn to make granny squares—the foundation of many crochet projects.
2-week class. Cost: $50
Wednesdays, 7:30–9:30 pm, May 7 & 14

CROCHET PROJECTS
Continue honing your crochet skills. Pick a project and receive help making it.
3-week class. Cost: $75
Wednesdays, 7:30–9:30 pm, Jul. 2, 9, 16

WORKSHOPS

HATS
This class will explore the various ways of making a hat in the round. Use of circular and double pointed needles will be discussed. When you know the basics, there’s no end to the hat styles you can make. Basic knowledge of knitting is a prerequisite for this class.
Cost: $50
Mondays, 7:30–9:30 pm, May 5 & 12

SOCKS
Using double-pointed needles, learn the magic of socks: cuffs, heel, gussets, instep & toe. Advanced beginner. Cost: $75
Mondays, 7:30–9:30 pm, Jun. 2, 9, 16

LACE KNITTING PROJECTS
Practice the art of lace knitting by choosing a project to your liking and experience level. Get help with reading charts, the provisional cast on, and other tricks of the trade. All levels of knitters are welcome.
Cost: $75
Mondays, 7:30–9:30 pm, Jul. 14, 21, 28

SWEATER DESIGN WORKSHOP
Design the sweater you have always wanted. Learn how to measure and use gauge for perfect fit. Then add details like collars, and necklines for a sweater that is truly your own.
Cost: $100
Wednesdays, 7–9 pm, Jun. 4, 11, 18, 25

DROP SPINDLE WORKSHOP
Learn how to make your own yarn by spinning with a drop spindle. Discover dying techniques and explore different fibers including wool, silk, and alpaca.
Cost: $50
Wednesdays, 7:30–9:30 pm, Jul. 23 & 30

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* Prices do not include materials.

Classes are held in the store.

Maximum of seven students per class.

25% deposit is required at registration.

Cancellation policy: Full refund of deposit will be given for cancellations made up to two weeks prior to the first day of scheduled class. After this time, refunds will be given only if the spot can be filled by another student. Please be considerate.