We are planning an Introduction to Silk Gauze class to begin in September ... assuming there is enough interest to do so.

Please let us know if you are interested in attending.

Friday, July 3 - 12-2PM
(2nd of 3 sessions)

Purpose This sweater is one of Elizabeth Zimmermans best designs -- timeless and fun to create.

Skill Level: Basic knitting skills required.

Bring:

Fee: $30 (plus requested Food Bank donations)

Monday, July 5 (normally the first Monday of the month.)

Join this no-fee group ... no requirement to come to a class, making it easier for your busy schedule.

Join us while we sample different stitches, different types of motifs, different fabrics and threads through our work on samplers selected by you.

Fee: Again, there is no fee. The only expenses are related to your sampler and your supplies.

Tuesday, July 6 - 5-7 PM (Normally 1st Tuesday of the month.)

Village Needlework is pleased to host a group devoted to Crochet! This group meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month.

Come and join others that enjoying hooking! Compare notes and techniques, get a little help with your project if you need it.

Wednesday, July 8 - 5:30-7:00 PM
(1st of 4 sessions)

Purpose: These sessions are designed so that you can reach your goal of finishing projects for holiday gift giving ahead of time, inexpensively ... AND relieve some of the holiday stress.

* Session 1 - Pattern Darning (Kit provided)
Learn the technique while completing a bookmark. See how it can be used to enhance kitchen towels, bath towel sets, and more.

* Session 2 - Knitted Wrapped Scarf
Learn how to add a lacey effect when knitting a simple scarf. It is easier than you think ... and looks great!

* Session 3 - Huck Weaving (Kit provided)
Learn the technique while completing a bookmark that can include a monogram. See how it can be used to enhance kitchen towels, bath towel sets, and more.

* Session 4 - Crocheted Mug Rug (Kit provided)
Learn this crochet technique while completing a mug rug (or coaster.) Ideal technique for making hot pads too.

Sign up for one ... sign up for them all!

Experience Level: Beginner level except for the Wrapped Scarf and the Mug Rug. For the scarf, need to know how to cast-on, knit, purl and bind off. For the mug rug, need to know how to chain and make a single crochet.

Bring:
* Pencil and paper for notetaking.
* For Wrapped Scarf, bring a skein of bulky yarn ... good color selection available at Village Needlework. Also, Size 13 (or larger) knitting needles.
* For Mug Rug, bring a crochet hook Size G or H (also available at Village Needlework.)

Fee: $15 ea session (plus requested Food Bank Donation)

Monday, July 8 at 4-5PM
(3rd of 6 sessions)

Purpose: Learn to measure and adjust a pattern to fit you (or another!) by completing an Einstein Coat, as shown in the Book 1: The Knit Stitch.

Experience Level: Intermediate

Description: The mechanics of the class and supply requirements will be presented, and questions answered, at the preliminary meeting -- including project timing and costs.

There is no fee for the Preliminary meeting, but registration is required.

Bring:
* Notetaking Materials

Fee Structure: (Requesting food bank donations)
- Preliminary Meeting - No cost
- Session 1 - $25
- Session 2+ - $10 each

Thursday, July 9 -- 6-7pm

Purpose: Work on holiday projects to be donated to retirement and assisted living centers. Other projects may be started during the year, but that is up to the group.

Bring: A friend and lots of enthusiasm!

Fee: Food Bank Donation requested

Friday, July 10 - 12-2 PM
(4 sessions - July 10, 24, 31, Aug 7)

Purpose: Create personalized knitting when you start at the top. Choose a baby cardigan or pullover, or for faster knitters choose to knit a cardigan or pullover for yourself. We will choose yarns, determine gauge and work through the elements of this sweater.

Skill Level: Basic knitting skills required

Bring:

Fee: $40 (plus requested Food Bank Donation)

Saturday, July 11 - 12 PM
(Rescheduled due to the July 4th holiday!)


Village Needlework is pleased to host a group devoted to completing selected canvas projects. This group meets on the 1st Saturday of each month.

The picture shown is one of two selected for 2009.

Saturday, June 20 - 10-11:30 AM
(5 sessions - June 20, 27, July 11, 18, 25)

Purpose: Double points, two circulars or one magic loop -- toe-up or cuff-down. There are many ways to approach a sock. During this on-going, pay-as-you-learn class we will learn a different part of the sock each week.

- 6/20 - Toe Up Start
- 6/27 - Cuff Down Start
- 7/11 - Gusset and Heel Up
- 7/18 - Turn the Heel Down
- 7/25 - Finishing

Skill Level: Basic knitting skills required

Bring:

Fee: $5 per session (plus requested Food Bank Donation)

Monday, July 13 - 5-7 PM

Village Needlework is pleased to host a group devoted to Brazilian Embroidery. This group meets on the 2nd Monday of each month.

Fee: $10 per session

Project: WHITE CHRISTMAS SAMPLER (shown)

Meets: Monthly, January through December, 2009
Instructor: Robin Rossignol

Take the opportunity to complete this sampler by taking it in easy bites ... a little each month ... with an experienced stitcher and teacher leading you through the various parts of the sampler.

The sampler has a stitch count 96w x 208h and incorporates over 20 different stitches and techniques. The color? You decide whether you prefer the tone-on-tone shown in the photo or want to venture into other color schemes. Your choice!

Fee: $30 per quarter.

Class Supplies: Estimated at $40 for book, fabrics and threads.

Wednesday, July 22 - 1-3PM
(4 sessions - July 22, 29, Aug 5, 12)

Purpose Fair Isle knitting has a long history. It is a beautiful way to use color in your knitting and it is not as difficult as it looks. We will start with the history then knit a small sampler, move on to a pillow cover and cover the basics for knitting a sweater, including the ability to pick and throw, steeks, as well reading a pattern and/or charts.

Skill Level: Beyond basic knitting skills required.

Bring:

Fee: $45 (plus requested Food Bank donations)

Thursday, July 23 - 6-7pm

Purpose: Work on holiday projects to be donated to retirement and assisted living centers. Other projects may be started during the year, but that is up to the group.

(The picture shows volunteers that helped deliver our projects in November, 2007.)

Bring: A friend and lots of enthusiasm!

Fee: Food Bank Donation requested

July 25 (4th Saturday) - 9 to 10 AM

Purpose: Come join this fun group whose main goals are stitching chatter, show & tell, and some stitching time so you are ready for next Christmas. Each month Rose Mary also shares the latest holiday charts/kits plus stitching tips. Always a door prize AND a discount on your purchases throughout the year.

Fee: Annual membership fee of $25. (plus requested Food Bank donation)

19th Annual Especially for You Womens Race Against Breast Cancer -- Sunday, October 11, 2009

MARK YOUR CALENDAR ... SIGN UP BEGINS IN JULY!
Join the Village Needlework team ... We will walk the walk and then enjoy breakfast together.

Call Rose Mary for more information.