CLASSES

WINTER 2023 - There is something for EVERYONE!

• HOW TO SIGN UP: We’ve changed our policy!! To sign up for a class, please use our online store - class payment linked below each class. You can also call the shop 973-377-5648 (KNIT) with payment or come in :)

• Refunds for cancellations available only 72 hours before first class.

• If a class is full, please email or call us to be put on the waitlist. Cancellations often occur.

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• At least four people need to sign up for a class to proceed. Join the waitlist, if very interested in a project. This helps us know whether to run a class again.

Skill Level: Intermediate
Class Dates: 3 Tuesdays - Jan. 3, 10, 24
Class Time: 9 - 10:30 AM
Cost: $65 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Keri Samuels
Pattern: Purchase on Ravelry

The Shift
This popular cowl is a beautiful example of mosaic knitting.  The pattern is The Shift by Andrea Mowry and is available for purchase on Ravelry.  It looks like there is color changing involved but with this technique you slip stitches and knit with only one color on any given row, so it’s easier than it looks!  You’ll use 3 different, contrasting skeins of variegated or solid yarn to create this striking cowl. 

Techniques learned – Mosaic knitting, i-cord edging and bind off, simple seam

Skill Level: Very Beginner
Class Dates: 4 Wednesdays - Jan. 4, 11, 18, Feb 1
Class Time: 11AM - 12:30 PM
Cost: $90 + supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Keri Samuels
Patterns: will be provided

This class will cover the basics of learning to knit.  You’ll learn how to cast on, knit and purl, read a pattern, bind off and sew a simple seam while making cotton washcloths and fingerless mitts. 

 This is great way to begin your knitting adventure!

Skill Level: Very Beginner
MORNING Session Class Dates: 3 Mondays - January 9, 16, 30
Class Time: 9-11 AM
EVENING Session Class Dates: 3 Thursdays - January 5, 12, 26
Class Time: 7-9 PM
Cost: $90 + supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Carolyn Hanson
Pattern: provided in class

Whether you're an avid knitter who has never picked up a crochet hook (except for dropped stitches) or never worked with yarn at all, this is a perfect class! In these sessions you'll learn the basics of crochet while creating a scarf. Techniques include: single, double, half double, and triple crochet, Foundation chain, scalloped edge & pattern reading.

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Class Dates: 6 Tuesdays - Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 14 - Part 2 (need to sign up again splitting payment) then part 2 continues after…. Feb. 21, 28, March 7, 21, 28, April 4
Class Time: 5:15 - 6:45 PM
Cost: $135 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Keri Samuels
Pattern: Building Blocks Pattern Book available for purchase in shop

This blanket is a fun, interesting and rewarding project. The pattern for the class is found in the booklet called Building Blocks by Michelle Hunter. It includes the patterns for 12 blocks, each made with different stitch patterns, which will then be sewn together to make a blanket.

In this first session of the class we will make 6 blocks, and in the next 6-class session, we will make the final 6 blocks. The stitch patterns will give you a great introduction to many different skills, which you can then put to good use in future projects!

Skill Level: Advanced, Beginner
Class Dates: 3 Thursdays Jan. 5, 19, 26
Class Time: 9 AM - 10:30 AM
Cost: $65 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Keri Samuels
Pattern: For Purchase on Ravelry

This cozy hat is knitted in the round, using 2 strands of fingering weight yarn.  It’s a ribbed hat that is suitable for men and women, and is easy enough to make this your first hat.   The pattern is called Morning Walk Hat by Ann Patterson and is available for purchase on Ravelry.  

You’ll learn how to knit in the round, knit with 2 strands of yarn and decrease to shape the top of a hat.  You’ll also learn how to finish the top by using 2 circular needles.  The ribbing makes it a snug, warm hat that is sure to become a favorite!

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Class Dates: 4 Thursdays: Jan. 5, 12, 19, 26
Class Time: 5:15 - 6:15 PM
Cost: $60 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Keri Samuels
Pattern: Free from Ravelry

THE WORLD’S SIMPLEST MITTENS
If you’ve never made mittens before, this is the class for you!  The pattern is The World’s Simplest Mittens by Tin Can Knits and is available for free on Ravelry.  These mittens can knitted in different weights of yarn we will be using either worsted or chunky and you’ll learn all the basics, including knitting in the round on 2 circular needles, increasing for the thumb gusset, shaping the top and then picking up and knitting the thumb.  The pattern is written for 5 sizes, from toddler to adult large.  The whole family will have warm hands!

Skill Level: Advanced
Class Dates: 6 Saturdays Jan. 7, 21, Feb. 4, 18, March 4, 25
Class Time: 9 - 10:30 AM
Cost: $135 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Keri Samuels
Pattern: Purchase on Ravelry

PETAL
This lovely cardigan is designed by Marie Wallin and is available for purchase on Ravelry. It’s knitted bottom up with positive ease and is seamed. The yarn used is sport weight and the result will be spectacular! This from Ravelry: “PETAL is a very flattering shape, semi fitted and square with an unusual button stolling. The stitch is mainly a twisted stitch pattern with a small section of shaped garter stitch at the bottom.” There are interesting cables and a nice detail at the bottom of the button band. Techniques include chart-reading, cables and seaming. Come join us to make this classic cardigan!

Skill Level: Intermediate
Class Dates: 4 Wed. - Jan. 11, 25, Feb. 8, 22
Class Time: 9-10:30 AM
Cost: $90 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Liz Braverman
Pattern: available for purchase on Ravelry

Love Note is quick to knit, customizable and lovely to wear. There is good reason why so many knitters make more than one! Knit top down with a bit of lace, then finish with either a straight or high-low hem. Have fun with your color choices!

Yarn: Fingering held with Mohair- so many delicious choices at the shop!
Needles: US 7 (16” and 32”) and US 10 (16” and 32”)
Accessories: Stitch markers, Tapestry needle, Highlighter tape or Post It notes

Skill Level: Intermediate
Class Dates: 4 Saturdays Jan. 14, 28, Feb. 11, 25
ClassTime: 9 - 10:30 AM
Cost: $90 + supplies from The Blue Purl
Teacher: Keri Samuels
Pattern: Available for purchase on Ravelry

LUCKY DOG
This cute little sweater will be sure to keep your best friend warm and stylish all winter!  The pattern is Lucky Dog Sweater by Sole Salvo for Purl Soho and is available for purchase on Ravelry.  It’s written for sizes XXS – XL and uses worsted weight yarn.  You’ll be knitting ribbing in the round and picking up stitches for little cuffs. 

Skill Level: Advanced, Beginner - must have previous crochet experience
Class Dates: 3 Mondays - Feb. 6, 13, 20
Class Time: 9 - 10:30 AM
Cost: $65 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Carolyn Hanson

Learn Tunisian crochet! Carolyn will teach us different stitches to make this beautiful cowl she designed for the class! Worked flat. Designed in 4 colors.

We’ll be using worsted yarn and a “L” Tunisian hook, available in shop.

Skill Level: Advanced, Beginner
Class Dates: 4 Fridays, Feb. 3, 17, March 3 and 24.
Class Time: 9 - 10:30 AM
Cost: $90 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Liz Braverman
Pattern: Emiliana by Lisa Hannes -available for purchase on Ravelry

Emiliana is a generously sized triangular, bias shaped shawl. Have fun working in textured and Mosaic stitches creating this lovely add on to your wardrobe.
Yarn: Fingering weight- one skein each of two contrasting colors
Needles: US 6 and US 7 (32” or 40”)
Accessories: Tapestry needle, Highlighter tape! or Post it notes

Level: Intermediate - this should not be your first sock
Class Dates: 3 Thursdays Feb. 9, March 2, 23
Class Time: 5 - 7 PM
Cost: $90 plus supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Keri Samuels
Pattern: Free download on Ravelry

This is an ingenious method to eliminate the infamous “second sock syndrome”.  The pattern is Two at a Time Toe Up Socks with Afterthought Heel.   The pattern name says it all – you’ll learn how to knit small circumference tubes on 2 circular needles, create an afterthought heel and knit a pair of socks all at once!  These socks are knitted toe up and the afterthought heel streamlines the basic construction.   You’ll be using fingering-weight yarn and you’ll have a great pair of handmade socks upon completion!

Level: Intermediate,
Class Dates: 3 Thursdays Feb. 16, 23, March 2
Class Time: 9-10:30 AM
Cost: $65 plus supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Keri Samuels
Pattern: for purchase on Ravelry

Just in time for Easter, here comes a whimsical little hen!  The pattern is Fancy Hen by Ella Austin and is available for purchase on Ravelry.  This from Ravelry:  “Fancy Hen makes a cheerful addition to the home. The colourwork design is inspired by patterned ceramic tiles and the flower motif is similar to traditional fairisle designs.  You can use Fancy Hen as a cushion or soft toy; or add weights and use as a doorstop or bookend. Finished size 28 cm/11.25” long and 30 cm/12” tall from base to tip of comb.”  It’s knitted seamlessly in the round with DK-weight yarn and will be a fun knit, creating 2-color fair isle designs on a darling little chicken. 

Techniques learned – knitting in the round, knitting with 2 circular needles, color work, chart reading

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Class Dates: 2 Thursday Feb. 2, 9
Class Time: 9 - 10:30 am
Cost: $45 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Keri Samuels
Pattern: provided at class

This cute and warm headband will knit up quickly in super bulky yarn.   It’s the perfect next project for beginner knitters or for someone who just wants instant gratification!  It has been adapted from a free pattern found on Ravelry.  Skills you’ll learn include cables, a provisional cast-on and a 3-needle bind off to add to your knitting experience.  This is a quick knit and it’s a perfect item to make for yourself and every woman you know!!   

Techniques include:  provisional cast-on, cables, 3-needle bind off

Skill Level: Intermediate class; students must know how to read a written pattern and dc.
Class Dates: 3 Thursdays March 9, 16, 30
Class Time: 5:15- 7:15 PM
Cost: $90 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Carolyn Hanson
Pattern: will be for purchase on Ravelry

Get ready for fun. Tapestry crochet is a simple method of making detailed color designs in crochet while creating double sided fabric.

Learn to read a chart, crochet with 3 colors held together and add a snap closure.

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner - must be comfortable with the hook in hand, chaining and the basic stitches
Class Dates: 3 Thursdays Feb. 2, 9, 15
Class Time: 7-9 PM
Cost: $90 + supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Carolyn Hanson
Pattern:

Make a simple bag to show off beautiful bouquet of crochet flowers!

Skill Level: Intermediate
Class Dates: 4 Tuesdays Jan 31, Feb 7, 21, March 7
Class Time: 9 - 10:45 AM
Cost: $90 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Keri Samuels
Pattern: Available for purchase on Ravelry

This adorable cardigan is worked in worsted weight and has a cabled yoke.  The pattern is Antler by Tin Can Knits and is available for purchase on Ravelry.   We’ll be teaching a baby size but the pattern has been written for every size from 0-6 months to adult XXXXL, so you can make an adult size using the same techniques.   The body of sweater is knitted from the bottom up and the sleeves are knitted seamlessly in the round.  Everything is then joined to finish the yoke and neck. 

Techniques learned – knitting small circumference tubes with 2 circular needles, cables, chart reading and picking up stitches

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner - must know how to chain and single crochet - be comfortable with a hook
Class Dates: 3 Mondays March 27, April 3, 10
Class Time: 9 - 11 AM
Cost: $90 + supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Carolyn Hanson
Pattern: available for purchase on Ravelry.

Florescence is a floral scarf / shawl in a bold palette; a go-to piece of wearable art. Florescence uses many colors of DK and sock yarn to create the cascade of flowers. The design starts and ends in a bouquet of color with the center section in dark gray and off-white. A simple chain edging brings the outer flowers to full bloom and the corners hold picot clusters. Only sc and ch st are used. Flower centers are made separately and then the flowers are created and connected with ch sts in a continuous crochet method. Learn to read a chart, and connecting shapes with continuous crochet.