Showing posts with label The Knitting Bureau. Show all posts
Showing posts with label The Knitting Bureau. Show all posts

Saturday, January 23, 2016

Keep those feet warm!

Learn to knit socks...build your skills.  Two workshops in February.  

Training Wheels for New Sock Knitters is for someone who has never knit socks.  We work on larger size needles with thicker yarn working out way through the basic parts of a sock.

In Socks 101 we'll drop down to smaller needles and use sock yarn and work a basic top down sock pattern over two weeks.  

Classes are $25 or one class from your selected discount package per two hour session.  Supplies are extra.  Purchase your own or ask me for assistance.  

Need more info?  Just ask.  


Training Wheels for New Sock Knitters
Saturday
February 6
11 am – 1 pm
Learn the basic parts of a sock using worsted weight yarn and larger needles.  Work the first sock in class.  Work the second sock at home to reinforce your skills. 
No prep homework. 
Supply list and further details provided when registering. 
Socks 101
Saturday
February 20 and 27
11 am – 1 pm
We’ll drop down to smaller needles and sock weight yarn while working a basic top down sock.  Two sessions. 
No prep homework.  Knitting outside class to complete socks is required.
Supply list and further details provided when registering. 

Saturday, August 9, 2014

Knit-a-long to Outlander

Added:  Try this capelet!  http://theknittingbureau.blogspot.com/2014/08/ottawa-bobble-capelet.html

Tonight is the premiere of Outlander.  And, there’s lots of knitters who plan to knit along with the show.  Jimmy Beans Wool has a knit along shawl pattern.  I love the teal/orange color combo they are suggesting.  Bijou Basin has a line of yarn called Outlandish and a cowl/wrister set by Marly Bird that puts me in mind of Cadfael.  There’s more than one Ravelry group for Outlander fans.  Plus patterns.  There’s more. 

What, I thought, might work for us…all of us…that would be useful, economical, within the skill set of most, and a good "extra" project?  People in cold, damp Scotland could do with felted wool mittens…and so could you.  I read that the Polar Vortex is making a return visit…in September. I have a pair of felted mittens I made a few years ago…your hands are warm whether the mittens are dry or wet from shoveling snow. 

This project can be done by most level knitters.  If you mess up, the felting process covers a myriad of knitting sins. 

Any worsted weight wool or wool/other animal fiber will work for this project.  A single skein of Patons Classic Wool (some colors are available in the studio) or Lion Brand Fisherman’s Wool from a big box craft store. You’ll also need US 8 double pointed needles…I have a supply in the studio, if you need to purchase a set. 

Free pattern downloads are available here:



Work your mitten during your regular Group Session or attend The Felted Mitten project classes scheduled for Thursday, August 14 from 7 – 9 pm.  Additional dates will be added – please indicate your interest/availability to me.  

Friday, May 30, 2014

World Wide Knit in Public event at The Fine Grind

Join the The Knitting Bureau in celebrating World Wide Knit in Public - the largest international knitter run event.

The free event will be held at The Fine Grind on Monday, June 16 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm.

Open to all knitters and crocheters. Come on your own or bring a stitching buddy.  Bring a project to work on.  

Click here for WWKIP history. 


The Fine Grind is located Farnise Plaza on Route 23 just south of the Willowbrook.  Click Map to see the location and get directions. 

For additional information about The Fine Grind and their menu, go to www.thefinegrindcoffeebar.com/

Tuesday, May 20, 2014

...of the Month

They were all supposed to be for May, but they took longer than anticipated.  So now they are early for June.  All are a theme and variation on slip stitches – creating surface dimensions and interesting color work. 

In each class, we’ll make a skill swatch covering all the techniques employed in the project and then get you started on the project.  

The Afghan Block - June is a one color slip stitch pattern with great surface dimension.  Use it as an afghan block or reimagine it as a stroller blanket or a pillow.  The pattern is written with an eye towards easy finishing.  Learn a cast on that matches the usual bind off and how to create a stockinette selvage stitch.


Thursday, May 22 from 1:30 – 3:30 pm


The Dishcloth - June is slip stitch pattern.  This one explores mixing solid colors with variegated.  Only one color is knit or purled per row.  In addition to working the slip stitches, learn the matching cable cast on and cast off and a twisted garter edge stitch.  This too can be re-imagined as a baby blanket or purse. 


Wednesday, May 21 from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm


The Fingerless Glove - June is another slip stitch pattern in two solid colors.  In addition to the slip stitch technique, we’ll start with a K1, P1 Long Tail Cast on and then learn to use a crochet hook to create a zipper close for a colorful and easy seaming up method.  I’m thinking this might need a tube cowl to match. 

Friday, May 23 from 1:30 – 3:30 pm

Each individual class is $25.00 or one class on your green Class Card when you purchase multiple classes at a discounted rate.  Price includes pattern.  A supply list will be provided when you reserve your seat.  

Additional dates will be available throughout June.  Requests for dates and times accepted.  

Monday, May 19, 2014

Plein Air Knitting - Presby Iris Gardens

NEW DATE - Thursday, May 29 from 4 - 6:15 pm.

Let's enjoy some of this warm weather we were so looking forward to this past winter...and the blooms at the Presby Iris Gardens. 

Located just 3 miles from The Knitting Bureau on Upper Mountain Avenue in Montclair (map), the Presby Iris Gardens are a showcase of iris varieties in a beautiful outdoor setting.  

Come knit and crochet with us on Thursday, May 22 from 4 - 7 pm. Arrive anytime. Bring your WIP, a lawn chair and a camera. Friends and family are welcome.

This is not a class. There is no fee to The Knitting Bureau although you may choose to make a donation to the gardens to help support their upkeep.  

Driving Directions can be found here.

Parking information is here. READ IT!...so you don't get a ticket.

Thunderstorms and downpours cancel this event. I will post here and on Facebook, in the event of cancellation.

Can't make it? This event will repeat at least once more in the next two weeks.

Monday, April 21, 2014

Open Studio Visits during the NJ Wool Walk

Stop by one of our Open Studio Visits during the NJ Wool Walk*

Thursday 4/24 from 12:30 - 5 pm
Friday 4/25 from 12:30 - 5 pm
Saturday 4/26 from 11 am - 3:30 pm
Sunday, 4/27 from 1 - 5 pm

Each person who visits can enter in The Knitting Bureau’s raffle for free classes and more.

Wahoo!
Thursday winners are Carol K. and Linda J.
Friday winners are Denise L. and John V.
Saturday winners are Nancy R. and Samantha W.
Sunday winners are Susan R. and Gale F.

Thanks to everyone who stopped by...

Free Arm Knitting instruction throughout the four days. Bring your own skein of bulky yarn or purchase at the studio.


NOTE *We are not a part of the official NJ Wool Walk.

Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Check The Knitting Bureau out in today's Record!

http://www.northjersey.com/community-news/family/arm-knitting-uses-no-needles-just-fingers-wrist-1.857877?page=all

One hour arm knitting classes are available at the studio.  Make a scarf or a cowl.  The class is $10 if you bring your own yarn or $15 for the class and a skein of Wool Ease Thick n Quick from our inventory.  

Call 973-303-3118 or email theknittingbureau@gmail.com to reserve your spot.  If you don't see a time that's convenient for you, talk to me.

Thursday, March 27, 2014

Fixing Mistakes in Knitting Rescheduled

Fixing Mistakes in Knitting is rescheduled for Wednesday, April 23 from 6 - 8 pm.  Reservations are available.




Thursday, February 27, 2014

TKB Arm Knitting Classes



I learned to Arm Knit from Vickie Howell at Vogue Knitting Live NYC 2014. 
It’s quick.  It’s fun.   
All you need is one skein of yarn…that’s all.  And, you’ll walk out of this one hour class with a fashionable cowl. 

Bring a skein of super chunky yarn like Wool Ease Thick n Quick or Hometown. The cowl in the photo is made from Patons Cobbles.  Or maybe you have one of those skeins of the self ruffling yarn like Sashay or Starbella in your stash. It works up really well, too.  (I have a limited selection of appropriate yarn for sale in the studio.) 

The class is $10 per person, if you bring your own yarn.  $15 for the class and a skein of Wool Ease Thick n Quick.

Reserve your space by phone 973-303-3118 or email theknittingbureau@gmail.com. 
Kids 10 and up are welcome in the company of a parent/guardian. 

Check the calendar at the bottom of the home page for session dates and times.  If there are no sessions scheduled, ask to have one added.  

Monday, February 24, 2014

Fitter Knitter ::: Yoga-Style



Weekly one-hour gentle yoga classes designed with knitters and crocheters in mind will be offered at The Knitting Bureau beginning in March.   

Each session will focus on breathing, stretching and strengthening those muscles we stitchers use, overall stretching, general well-being and relaxation.  All work will be done seated or standing with chair support in stocking feet.  No worries about getting up and down from the floor. 



Phyllis Rowley, a life long knitter and yoga enthusiast, will teach the classes.  Phyllis is near the successful completion of a year-long intensive yoga teacher training program.



The sessions are scheduled on Mondays from 2:15 – 3:15 pm beginning March 10.  No special clothing or equipment is required.  Class size is limited. 



The introductory price is $10.00 per class.  Call or text 973-303-3118 or email theknittingbureau@gmail.com to reserve your space.  Holders of current green TKB Class Cards receive a 10% discount.   



IMPORTANT TO NOTE:  You are advised to ask your physician if gentle yoga is right for you. 

Friday, February 14, 2014

The Knitting Bureau on Pinterest

The new Pinterest page for The Knitting Bureau is http://www.pinterest.com/knittingbureau/.  I also converted my personal page and those pins can still be found on http://www.pinterest.com/susdbella/.

New to Pinterest?  Not sure what it is for?  As I find patterns and projects that may be of interest to you, I "pin" them onto Pinterest boards I've created on my page.  This keeps a visual catalog for you to peruse.  If you like something, click on the pin.  At the top of the pin there's a button marked Website...click on that and it will bring you to the source.  

Ask, if you need a demo.