Knit City is a three day fiber event taking place at PNE Forum in Vancouver B.C.  Classes, lectures, shopping, knitting, inspiration, and fun is on the agenda.  Join Shirley Beard and a merry group of knitters traveling by Amtrak from Seattle.   Stay two nights at the Atrium Inn located right across the street from the site of the event.  Enjoy High Tea and Chocolate at Schokolade Cafe, and lectures on Friday and Saturday nights by the noteworthy speakers Ysolda Teague and Stephanie Pearl-McPhee (The Yarn Harlot).  

The package price for single, $525 or double, $450, occupancy includes roundtrip train tickets to and from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, motorcoach transfers to and from The Atrium Inn, two nights accommodations, High Tea, tickets to two lectures, and two day admittence to the Market Place.  

Additional cost and registration for classes at Knit City are by indidividual and not included in the package price. See the details of this event as they become available at www.knitsocial.ca. The class list has just been published and registration starts on June 15.  

During the trip you have access to Shirley's personal knitting coaching for any project, any skill, at any level.  Take this opportunity to have time to focus with her expert support and encouragement.   With such individualized attention you will be surprised at what you can accomplish all the while you are out and about on this fun adventure.  

This trip sold out last year.  Space is limited. Go to Register for Classes and Events link below to sign up.  

For something that is sure to bring on the sense of accomplishment and generate compliments from everyone, the Stranded Colorwork Sweater class is for you.  5 sessions will have you perfecting you skills of two-handed colorwork, sweater fit and construction, steeking (cutting your knitting with confidence) and finishing.  You choose an infant, child, or adult-sized Norwegian or Icelandic-style sweater pattern and together we will make it a reality just in time for the upcoming Nordic Knitting Conference in Seattle.  You will be the envy of all and assure that you are a master of all your knitting.  

Scheduled for Thursdays,  September 1, 15, 29 and October 13, and 27. 7-9 pm.

Cost $120

You should be comfortable casting on and making a knit and purl stitch. 

Materials required are dependent upon your selected project. I am happy to provide a private consultation prior to the first session to aid in your selection.  

Pre-registration required or use Contact Us from link below. See Terms and Conditions before registering. 

This class is held at my home, 3101 S. Frontenac St. Seattle 98108

Knitting socks is fun and addictive.  Knitting a pair of socks two at a time helps avoids the dreaded “second sock syndrome”.  Knitting a pair of socks using the toe-up construction method allows you to try on the socks early in the project to make sure the fit is just what you want; avoids picking up stitches so the likelihood of holes at the junction of the heel and the instep is eliminated; and you keep knitting until you run out of yarn so there is none of those pesky leftovers.  

Skills taught in this class include: dividing yarn in order to knit from two separate balls; matching patterned sock yarn to result in matching socks; knitting in the round on a long circular needle (magic loop); wrap and turn short row heel flap and gusset construction; pattern reading; Judy’s Magic Cast On; and Sewn Stretchy Bind-off.  

Please be sure you have knit a sock either top-down or toe-up before registering for this class. 

Materials required: 100 grams (about 400 yards) of tightly twisted fingering (sock weight) yarn;  1 32-40" long circular needle US size #1 (2.50mm.)  A metal needle with a smooth join and sharp tips is recommended; routine knitting supplies such as locking stitch markers, tape measure, blunt-tipped tapestry needle, and scissors or yarn snips. 

Pre-registration required or use Contact Us from link below. See Terms and Conditions before registering. 

Three sessions,  Thursdays June 1, 8, and 15, 7-9pm.

Cost $75.

This meeting will be held at The Lee House, 7315 39th Ave, S, Seattle WA 98118

We will enjoy a social hour prior to class starting at 6 pm.  Feel free to bring your dinner or even snacks to share.  There is a kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, and microwave at our facility 

Please no alcoholic beverages.

You have probably seen the popular scandinavian-styled knitted christmas ornaments from their book "55 Christmas Balls to Knit" by Arne & Carlos.  Or maybe even watched one of their newly launched YouTube videos on ArneCarlos.com.  Did you know that they will be returning to the Nordic Knitting Conference to be held at the Nordic Heritage Museum in Seattle this coming October?  

I have had the extreme pleasure of taking class and hearing them speak in Seattle, Portland, and New York City.  To say that I am a fan is an understatement indeed.  But I am not alone.  They travel from their home in Norway to Japan, Korea, all across continental Europe, and the United States to share their fiber inspiration and delightful selves. 

Their 6 knitting books are published in numerous languages.  And they have just launched a new book on making art journals utilizing collected papers and ephemera.  So you don't even have to use yarn to join the group!

Additionally a line of yarn, Regia Design Line by Arne & Carlos,  makes beautiful self-patterned socks and other accessories as well as adorable teddy bears.  

This Knit Along (KAL) is a series of monthly meetings held on the third Tuesday to work on projects from any of the Arne & Carlos books or using Arne & Carlos yarn.  It is a great way to get ready for their upcoming time in Seattle. I will be supporting you in your selection and working on your project. The options range from those that are quick to finish all the way to impressive Norwegian-styled sweaters. You may even learn a new technique such as double knitting, stranded colorwork, knitting in the round, making socks, felting, or duplicate stitch.  It is your choice.  

Please be sure you are confident in your skills to make a knit stitch, make a purl stitch, cast-on and bind-off before you register for this KAL.   These basic skills will not be taught.  Learning additional skills specific to your selected projects will be supported.  

Cost $15 per session or $40 for three sessions.  Join us for as many sessions as your schedule allows. 

Scheduled for Tuesday 2/16, 3/15, 4/19, 5/17, 6/21, 7/12 (note date changed to 2nd Tuesday due to vacation conflict), 8/16, and 9/20.

We will enjoy a social hour prior to class starting at 6 pm.  Feel free to bring your dinner or even snacks to share.  There is a kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, and microwave at our facility 

Please no alcoholic beverages.

Crafting begins at 7pm.

Pre-registration required or use Contact Us from link below. See Terms and Conditions before registering. 

You receive a 10% discount on the books. 

This KAL will be held at The Lee House, 7315 39th Ave, S, Seattle WA 98118

Wed. Sept. 16 – Master Class #1: Yarn Shop 101
An introduction to the materials and supplies found in your local yarn store. We’ll discuss selecting yarns; yarn properties; corporate vs. indie; sources; yarn substituting; yarn weights and fibers; needles (what type and when to use them); how to read a label; dye lots; types of patterning (variable repeats, tonal) and effects of each; and yarn quality. Much of this information is appropriate for anyone who works with yarn (knitters, crocheters, weavers, etc).

Wed. Sept. 23 – Master Class #2: Knitting Patterns 101
How to successfully choose a pattern. We’ll discuss selecting and evaluating a pattern; pattern schematics; finished size; ease; reading patterns; understanding construction; pattern elements; skill required; resources and sources (local yarn shop, pattern books, Ravelry, Instagram, Pinterest, etc). Class content is appropriate for anyone who works with yarn.

Wed. Sept. 30 – Master Class #3: Simple Design
The foundations of any successful project. We’ll discuss cast ons and bind offs; construction direction; making pieces vs working in the round; adding patterning stitches such as cables, lace or colorwork; modifying sleeves and necklines; and converting pullovers to cardigans.

Wed. Oct. 7 – Master Class #4: Fixing Basic Mistakes
Essential know-how for avoiding abandoning a project in frustration! We’ll discuss preventing, recognizing, diagnosing and correcting mistakes such as twisted stitches, incomplete stitches, dropped stitches, extra stitches, when to rip (frog) and when and how to unknit (tink).

Wed. Oct. 14- Master Class #5: Knitting for Fit
Learn how to ensure your finished object fits the way you want it to. We’ll discuss taking accurate and appropriate body measurements; understanding how to use gauge to predict fabric and fit; ease and adjustment for fabric weight and ease; shaping; matching yarn to pattern; swatching; and adjusting pattern for fit. Class content is appropriate for anyone who works with yarn.

Wed. Oct. 21 – Master Class #6: Cables
We’ll discuss learning to read cable charts; making cables with a simple project; correcting minor cable mistakes; and adding cables to a pattern. We’ll also make a small sample cable project.

Wed. Oct. 28 – Master Class #7: Lace
We’ll discuss learning to read lace charts; adding lace embellishment to a pattern; and preventing lace mistakes. We’ll also make a small lace sample project.

Wed. Nov. 4 – Master Class #8: Stranded Colorwork
We’ll discuss color selection; yarn dominance; two-handed knitting; the importance of consistent stranding; and dealing with yarn ends and joining a new yarn. We’ll also make a small stranded colorwork sample project.

Wed. Nov. 18 – Master Class #9: Finishing Finesse
You’ve put in all the work to make something; now finish strong! We’ll discuss planning ahead for a professional finish; types of blocking; blocking tools; seaming; weaving ends; laundering and caring; and storing. Class content is appropriate for anyone who works with yarn.

Wed. Dec. 2 – Master Class #10: Building a Knitting Knowledgebase and Library
Wondering where to go for more? We’ll discuss reference books; sourcing patterns; Ravelry.com; knitting inspiration (podcasts, events, & Pinterest); how to organize your library for ease of use; and use of digital and hardcopy. Class content is appropriate for anyone who works with yarn.

Pricing is variable depending upon the number of classes you desire.

The complete Master Class Series is available as 10 two-hour class sessions. Purchase the complete series and you’ll also receive 3 one-hour long private consultations with Shirley and the reference book, The Knowledgeable Knitter by Margaret Radcliffe. This $485 value is available for just $300!

Need a lighter-weight option?  Choose any 5 of the 10 two-hour classes. Your registration will also include 2 one-hour long private consultations with Shirley and the reference book, The Knowledgeable Knitter by Margaret Radcliffe. This is a $265 value, available for just $200.

Classes from the Master Class Series are also available individually at $50 each. The classes on cables, lace and colorwork also have a $15 materials fee.

This class will be held at Town Square Fabric and Yarn, a sewing studio and knitting lounge located in the heart of Burien's Town Square, 445 SW 152nd St. Ste. 100, Burien, WA 98166.

Call the shop at (206) 246-9276 to register.