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Whether you're just starting out or if you've been knitting for years, our personable classes will help you learn proper technique and create beautiful projects. A great opportunity to meet like-minded people who love to knit!

just learning to knit


Pattern reading 101 (1 session)
Overwhelmed when you look at a pattern?  Come learn how to read charts and patterns.

DATE(S): January 5
TIME: 1:30 - 3 pm
COST: $15 plus tax

FIXING YOUR MISTAKES (1 Session)
 Frustrated when you make a mistake and wish you could fix it?  Learn how to do it.

DATE(S): January 25
TIME: 3:30 - 5 pm
COST: $15 plus tax

FINISHING SCHOOL (1 Session)
TECHNIQUE CLASS - Learn the finishing techniques that make your knitted project professional!

DATE(S): March 15
TIME: 3:30 - 5 pm         (ask about the Homework!)
COST: $15 plus tax

DYEING YOUR OWN YARN (1 Session)
Learn the technique of dyeing. Pick your own colors and create your own unique skein of yarn!

DATE(S): March 15
TIME: 9:30 pm - 1 pm (note double class time!)
COST: $30 plus tax

 

just learning to knit

LEARN TO KNIT CLASS (2 Sessions)
Learn the basics of knitting and make a  scarf.

DATE(S):  December 8 & 15,
January 5 & 12, January 19 & 25,
February 2 & 9, February 16 & 23,
March 1 & 8
TIME: 9:30 am - 11:00 am
COST: $30 plus tax

LEARN TO CROCHET (1 Session)
Learn the basics of crochet in a one-time class.

DATE(S): March 1
TIME: 1:30  - 3 pm
COST: $15 plus tax

knit hat (2 Sessions)
This is a quick and easy project and a great next step for beginners.

DATE(S): December 8 & 15
January 5 & 12
TIME: 11:30 am - 1 pm
COST: $30 plus tax

Felted clogs (2 Sessions)
More comfortable to wear than you can imagine! 

DATE(S): January 5 & 12
TIME: 3:30  -  5 pm
COST: $30 plus tax

felted bag (2 Sessions)
Another great next step for beginners.  Use your choice of style and colors to make a fun and easy bag.

DATE(S): February 9 & 16
TIME: 3:30 am - 5 pm
COST: $30 plus tax

DATE(S): November 17 & December 1
TIME: 9:30 am - 11 am
COST: $30 plus tax

Log cabin baby blanket (3 Sessions)
Knit all in one piece so there are no seams.  Perfect for that special new baby!

DATE(S): January 25, February 9 & 23
TIME: 11:30am  -  1 pm
COST: $45 plus tax

 
Private lessons also available - please email us for information
 

Baby booties and hat (2 Sessions)
A fabulous baby shower gift!

DATE(S): March 29 & April 5
TIME: 11:30am  - 1 pm
COST: $30 plus tax

Mittens (2 Sessions)
You have to keep those knitting fingers warm!

DATE(S): January 19 & 25
TIME: 1:30  - 3 pm
COST: $30 plus tax

Cabled Carpet bag (2 Sessions)
Leather handles and flower finish off this fabulous bulky knit bag with cables.

DATE(S): March 1 & 8
TIME: 11:30am  - 1 pm
COST: $30 plus tax

san francisco shirttail sweater (4 Sessions)
Done with mitered squares and perfect for plain or variegated yarn.

DATE(S): February 2 & 23, March 15, April 5
TIME: 1:30   - 3 pm
COST: $60 plus tax

anne's alpaca vest (3 Sessions)
Soft yarn, fun cables and a flattering shape-we can't resist!

DATE(S): January 19, February 2 & 16
TIME: 11:30   - 1 pm
COST: $45 plus tax

Shadow knit shawl  (2 Sessions)
This beautiful shawl shows off contrasting colors all in the way it is knit.

DATE(S):  November 10 & December 1
TIME: 11:30 am   - 1 pm
COST: $30 plus tax

 

intermediate sewer

SOCKS (3 Sessions)
Socks any way you want to knit them - double point or circular needles; toe up or top down!

DATE(S):  October 27, November 17 & December 8
TIME: 1:30   - 3 pm
COST: $45 plus tax

SOCKS (3 Sessions)
Learn to knit socks on double point or circular needles.

DATE(S):  January 19, February 2 & 23
TIME: 3:30   - 5 pm
COST: $45 plus tax

aran  sweater (4 Sessions)
Knit a men's or women's traditional aran sweater with cables all over.  It's challenging but fun!

DATE(S): January 12, February 9, March 8, April 12
TIME: 1:30  - 3 pm
COST: $60 plus tax

Norwegian sweater  (4 Sessions)
We will knit this gorgeous traditional sweater in a long term class through the fall, meeting once a month.  Join us!

DATE(S): September 15, October 6, November 3 & December 1
TIME: 1:30  - 3 pm
COST: $60 plus tax





Norwegian sweater  (4 Sessions)
We will knit this gorgeous traditional sweater in a long term class through the fall, meeting once a month.  Join us!

DATE(S): September 15, October 6, November 3 & December 1
TIME: 1:30  - 3 pm
COST: $60 plus tax

lucy neatby's fiesta socks (3 Sessions)
Show off beautiful intricate pattern work on these designer socks!

DATE(S):  March 1,8 & 29
TIME: 3:30   - 5 pm
COST: $45 plus tax




Join us at Sit and Knit

All classes held at String of Purls in Omaha, Nebraska. Advance registration and payment required. 10% off all class supplies purchased on day of class. Classes with less than 3 students may be cancelled or rescheduled. To register please call us at 402-393-5648 or email us.