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You’ll learn how common mistakes are made as well as how to correct them, on the following row when possible. We’ll also practice picking up dropped stitches (gulp!) and methods for taking out your knitting stitch-by-stitch and many rows at once. 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In this class you will learn how to spin on a drop spindle and make a 2-ply yarn. We will go over a couple different ways to hold the fiber, lots of tips and tricks for spinning a sturdy single and hassle-free plying, and how to finish your new yarn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A kit of the required materials (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea spindle, medium-staple wool roving in undyed plus a choice of dyed colors, and two terracotta pots to use while plying) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewill be available for purchase on the first day of class for $20.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAges 15+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that the deadline to cancel or reschedule is 48 hours before the class time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kira K Designs","offers":[{"title":"Sunday September 27th 12:30-2:30pm","offer_id":53373464019238,"sku":"43209","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/7318\/products\/Beginning-Spinning.jpg?v=1653587719"},{"product_id":"hybrid-crochet-with-kira-k","title":"Hybrid Crochet (aka Tunisian Crochet) with Kira K.","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a one session class: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eSunday, July 26th, 3-5pm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisite: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is a beginner level class, no experience necessary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHybrid Crochet (aka Tunisian Crochet): \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelve into a hybrid crochet technique which is easy for beginners and interesting even for experienced crocheters! Hybrid crochet, also called Tunisian crochet, uses two passes to create a single row, building up stitches on your crochet hook, then working them off on the return pass. 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We will cover basic patches with running stitch as well as more decorative embroidery and woven darns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eembroidery hoop, embroidery needles, embroidery floss, scissors. Optional: Speedweve style mending loom. 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Be sure to arrive on time or early to get a spot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x_1346893425font\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x_1346893425size\"\u003eClass is from 4 to 5:30 pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x_1346893425font\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x_1346893425size\"\u003eIf no one has showed up for class by 4:20 pm, the class will be cancelled for that day. Please be respectful of the teacher's time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x_1346893425font\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x_1346893425size\"\u003eKids Crafting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x_1346893425font\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x_1346893425size\"\u003eWe are very excited to announce the return of Kids Crafting to Avenue Yarns. Children ages 7+ can come and learn how to knit, crochet, or finger knit. Or work on a project they have already started. Knitting and crochet are great ways to learn hand eye coordination skills, make cool projects and make new friends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x_1346893425font\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x_1346893425size\"\u003eSupplies to get you started are available for purchase or you can bring your own!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x_1346893425size\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"x_1346893425size\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGem Mahusay (they\/them) is an Albany mixed media and fiber artist. They are a hands on crafty person, who especially likes to crochet clothing. Recently they finished crocheting the pants for their wedding outfit, and are already onto the next project! 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