Classes & Lessons

Socks on 2 Circular Needles

In this two-week class, we will unravel the mystery of knitting socks on 2 circular needles.  By the end of the class, you will have the skills needed to start knitting socks for all your friends and family. 

Saturday 1:30-3:00pm Sept. 20 and 27   •     $45 per person


Learn Entrelac

Ever wonder how knitters create the woven look of entrelac? Through this two-week class we will learn this wonderful technique and create a beautiful scarf in the process. 

Saturday 10:30am-12:00pm, Nov. 8 and 15     •     $45 per person


Short Rows on Lizard Ridge

While knitting your first square of the famous Lizard Ridge Afghan, you'll learn how to create invisible, yet elegant shaping using the short row technique. A small amount of prep work is required. 

Saturday 9:30am-10:30am, Nov. 1     •     $15 per person


Magic Loop

Have you seen people knitting socks on one long circular needle and wondered: “how do they do  that?” In this two-week class, we’ll teach you this hot new technique and get you ready to loop on any circular project.

Sat. 1:30-3:00pm: Oct. 25 and Nov. 1   •    $45 per person


Learn to Spindle

Interested in learning more about fiber? How yarn is created? How to spin your own?  In this class, Amy King will get you spinning on a spindle, explain the basics of spinning, and introduce you to a variety of fibers.

Wed. November 12, 6:30-8:30pm • $35 per person plus a $18 materials fee.  

The materials fee covers the cost of 6 ounces of fiber, selected specifically for the class. Amy will have you trying a number of different fiber types to see how each one feels and reacts to the spindle.

Spindles will be available to borrow for the class, or for purchase.


Introduction to Design with Amy King

Learn to design your own sweater with published designer and fiber artist, Amy King. You’ll learn how to measure, where to measure and how to turn your gauge swatch into the sweater you really want. You’ll be able to make your own sweater, be it lace, cables, or plain stockinette. We’ll go over Raglans, Drop Sleeves, and Yoke sweaters in this class.  A small amount of prep work is required.

Wed. Dec. 3 and 17, 6:30-8:00pm • $45 per person


Private Lesson

Private lessons are also available.

Call or stop by to schedule a time.     •     $25 per hour


The Knitting Experience After Hours

Have you ever wanted to have a yarn shop all to yourself? To play with color combinations, pore over patterns, knit and chat with friends? Here is your chance! Reserve a private shopping session after our normal business hours. Bring up to 9 of your friends to shop, talk, have a cup of tea, sit, knit, and relax!

Contact us for details.     •     $25 per hour


Advance registration and payment is required for all classes.

Registration fees are nonrefundable, and unless specified, class fees do not include materials.

Class sizes are limited to five students, so register today!

For more information on any of these classes, call us at (207) 319-7634, e-mail, or just stop in!

We offer a 10% discount on supplies purchased for class projects.

14 Middle Street, Brunswick, Maine 04011

Tel: (207) 319-7634

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