Winter 2010

We have a wide range of classes to aid you in furthering your knitting skills and enjoyment of this ageless craft.  Reserve your spot today by calling Newbury Yarns  617-572-3733 or you can e-mail us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  

READY, SET, GO!! BEGINNING KNITTING
(Six 2-hour sessions; $145)
Monday~~ February 8 - March 15~~(6:30-8:30PM) 
Saturday~~ February 13 - March 20~~ (12:30- 2:30PM) 
Monday~~ March  22 - April 26~~ (6:30- 8:30PM)
Here's your chance to learn all the basics to start your first knitting projects. Topics include: Casting-on and off, knitting and purling, increasing and decreasing. The class does not make a single project but rather a collection of swatches demonstrating the various techniques so that you get plenty of practice. Instructors will gladly help you pick out your first 'real' knitting project at the conclusion of the class.

BEGIN TO CROCHET
(Four 2-hour sessions; $120)
Sunday~~February 7 - February 28~~(2:00-4:00PM)
Sunday~~March 7 - March 28~~(2:00-4:00PM)
Discover your hidden crochet skills - perfect on their own or for adding those finishing touches to knitted garments. Topics include: concepts of crochet, basic crochet stitch  

ADVANCED BEGINNER KNITTING
(Six 2-hour sessions; $165)
Tuesday~~ February 9 – March 16~~(6:30 - 8:30PM)
Wednesdays~~ On going (11:00-1:00PM)
Want to start a new knitting project but nervous about doing it on your own? In this class get the extra help you need to improve your techniques. This is a great time to graduate from scarves to hats and bags to even, yes socks. This class is project-based; you pick the project you want to work on and the instructor will help guide you through the entire process. Topics include: measuring for gauge, reading patterns, shaping. For students with some knitting experience.

SIT AND KNIT WITH INSTRUCTION
(2-Hr. Session, $40 per 2-Hr. Session) 
Wednesdays~~ (4:00PM - 6:00PM)  
Learn new techniques, gain valuable instruction while working on your project.Call if you are attending.

THE HAPPY SOCK CLASS
(Four, 2-Hr. Sessions; $90)
Saturday~~February 13 - March 6~~(10:30AM-12:30PM)
Wednesday~~February 10 - March 13 ~~(6:00 - 8:00PM) 
Learn patterns, techniques and short row shaping to create fun socks. Participants must already know how to knit and purl. Familiarity with double pointed knitting is a plus. 

JUST ME & YOU, PRIVATE SESSIONS 
(One-Hour Sessions; By Appointment; ($50) 
Get the undivided attention of a knitting expert as you work on your knitting project. In these private sessions, learn step-by-step how to perfect your current knitting technique.

UPCOMING KNITTING WORKSHOP
The workshops listed below are a great means for exploring a new technique for your next knitting project. In addition, We also offer

• BEAD KNITTING
• LACE KNITTING
• INTARSIA
• CABLES
• WORKING WITH LUXURY FIBERS
• AND LOTS MORE...

For details and to reserve your spot, call 617-572-3733 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

LUNCH HOUR SOCK CLASS
(Six, 1-Hr. Sessions) ($85)
Wednesday & Friday~~February 3 – February 19 ~~ (12:00-1:00PM)
Wednesday & Friday~~ March 10 - March 26 ~~ (12:00-1:00PM)
Your lunch hour has never been this much fun! Learn patterns , techniques and short row shaping to create socks for you and your loved ones' feet. Participants should know how to knit and purl and familiarity with double pointed knitting is a plus. 

SWEATER WORKSHOP CLASS 
(Six, 2-Hour Sessions every other week) ($185) 
Thursdays~~ (6:30-8:30PM) 
Is that designer sweater in the shop window too much for your budget? Sweater jackets are hitting the fashion runways, and now, you can make your own! This is no ordinary sweater class -- not only will you learn how to adjust your sweater to your specific fit, this class will also teach you professional techniques for determining the best color and texture for your sweater along with the best means for knitting and finishing. Participants must select their project prior to beginning their first class at Newbury Yarns.

FELT YOUR BAG
(Three, 2-Hr. sessions) ($80)
Felted bags are popular with the young and old. Learn how to make your own from yarn selection to specific techniques for both knitting and felting your bag. Please note: Felting will not be done in class but workshop is designed to build your confidence to undertake projects at home.

I AM DONE KNITTING-NOW WHAT DO I DO? FINISHING TECHNIQUES
(One, 3-Hr. Session) ($90) 
Sunday, February 28 ~~(11:00-2:00PM) 
Sunday, March 21 ~~ (11:00-2:00PM) 
Done knitting but your project is not finished? Learn finishing techniques including picking up stitches, sewing seams, tucking ends and blocking 

CABLES & BOBBLES 
(One, 3-Hr. Session) ($85) 
Sunday, April 18 ~~(12:00-3:00PM) 
This class will be the perfect opportunity to learn crossover stitches to create one of the most dynamic patterns for your garment 
  
FAIR ISLE KNITTING 
(One, 3-Hr. Session; $85) 
Sunday,  April 11 (1:00-4:00PM)  
Tired of knitting with one color? Feeling blue from knitting with only blue? Learn how to knit with multiple colors to create vibrant knitted wears in this workshop

HOW DO I FIX THIS?! 
(One, 3-Hr Session; $65) 
Sunday,  April 25 (12:30-3:30PM)  
Learn how to fix common mistakes and knitting hang-ups to get your project back on track.

DOUBLE -KNITTING CLASS 1 
(One 3-Hr session, $75) TBA 
Limit: six people. Learn to knit double-knitting motifs. Requirements: two contrasting colors of worsted or DK-weight yarn and proper size of circular needle (16" is fine). Should be comfortable with color work concepts. Description: Double-knitting is the unique technique of using two colors of yarn to make a fabric with two "right" sides and opposite coloring on either side. In this class, we'll learn a new cast-on, a few rows of two-color reversible stockinette, then launch into a color-changed motif. At the end of the class, you should be comfortable with the double-knitting technique and be ready to integrate it into your own patterns.

DOUBLE-KNITTING CLASS 2 
(Two 3-Hr session, $95) 
Sunday TBA 
Limit: six people. Let's make a Double-knit hat using the techniques we learned in class one . Requirements: two contrasting colors of worsted or DK-weight yarn and proper size of circular needle (16" for a hat). Should be comfortable with color work concepts. Previous experience in double-knitting is suggested but not required. Description: Double-knitting in the round is a completely different technique, both easier and quicker than flat double-knitting -- at least until you get to the decreases! In the first half of the class, you'll choose a motif and learn a circular double-knit cast-on. You'll then work independently on your own motif in the round. By the end of the class, you'll be well on your way and you'll work on your own until the next class. In the second class, you'll be at the point in your hat where the decreases will begin. You'll plan and learn the double-knit decrease, and by the end of the class, you'll hopefully be the proud owner of a reversible hat!

Registration is now open for knitting instruction for beginners and intermediate knitters.  Classes have a enrollment of 4-6 students per class.  Students will be registered on a first call/first served basis.  All classes are subject to cancellation at the discretion of Management.

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Thank you for choosing Newbury Yarns for your knitting needs.