CLASSES - Knitting & Crochet

SPRING 2024 - NEW CLASSES ADDED - There is something for EVERYONE!

• HOW TO SIGN UP: 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.

Knitting Classes… crochet classes follow

Skill Level:  Very Beginner
Cost: $90 + supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor:  Keri Samuels
Pattern: Provided

This class will cover the basics of learning to knit. You’ll learn how to cast on, knit and purl, read a pattern and bind off while making cotton washcloths and a simple neck warmer. This is a great way to begin your knitting adventure!

Session 7 FILLED
Class Dates: 4 Wednesdays - 4/3, 4/10, 4/24, 5/1
Class Time: 11 AM - 12:30 PM

Session 8 - Filled
Class Dates: 4 Mondays - 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20
Class Time: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Skep Blanket
Skill Level:  Intermediate
Class Dates: 3 Tuesdays - 4/2, 4/9, 5/21
Class Time: 5:15 PM - 6:45 PM
Cost: $65 + supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor:  Keri Samuels
Pattern: Available for purchase on Ravelry

This modular blanket is created by knitting and seaming garter-stitch hexagons. Each hexagon is worked individually from its outer edge inward and shaped with a series of centered double decreases. When all the hexagons are completed, you join them together using a very simple whip stitch. You can make it as big or as small as you like, and choose many different colors or stick to 2 or 3. The pattern is written for worsted weight yarn but you can use DK or chunky as well, depending on how big you want your hexagons to be.

Techniques – garter stitch in the round, small circumference circles, centered double decrease, simple seaming

Evja Mittens
Skill Level:  Advanced
Class Dates: 4 Thursdays - 4/4, 4/11, 4/25, 5/2
Class Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Cost: $90 + supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor:  Keri Samuels
Pattern: Available for purchase on Ravelry

These traditional mittens are made with 2 contrasting colors of DK weight yarn using geometrical charts from the Selbu region of Norway. They were named after a number of old farms in Selbu, dating back at least to the 16th century.

An evje refers to a diverting part of a river that‘s shallow or still. Using DK weight yarn, they will work up quickly and keep your interest as you work the different patterns in each mitten. Get an early start to your holiday knitting!

Techniques – small circumference tubes using 2 circular needles, color work, chart reading.

Montpellier Top
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Class Dates: 3 Thursdays - 4/4. 4/11, 4/25
Class Time: 5:15 PM- 6:45 PM
Cost: $65 + supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor:  Keri Samuels
Pattern: Available for purchase on Ravelry

The Montpellier Top is a summer top or vest that is knitted seamlessly from the shoulder down. It’s cleverly constructed so that you can adjust the armhole size and the length and there are no seams! You can layer it over a tee shirt or wear it sleeveless. It’s knitted in worsted weight yarn and will knit up quickly!

Techniques – picking up stitches, increase and decreases, knitting in the round.

Rigmor Tee
Skill Level:  Intermediate
Class Dates: 4 Saturdays - 4/6, 4/27, 5/4, 5/18
Class Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Cost: $90 + supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor:  Keri Samuels
Pattern: Available for purchase on Ravelry

The Rigmor Tee is knitted in the round from the bottom up with raglan decreases to shape the yoke. Sleeves are also worked in the round, so there are no seams. Stitches are picked up to finish the neck opening and there is a simple lace pattern on both the body and sleeves. It’s worked in DK-weight yarn and could be made in a variety of fibers for a pretty 3-season top.

Techniques – knitting in the round, small circumference tubes, simple lace, chart reading, picking up stitches.

Glymur
Skill Level:  Intermediate
Class Dates: 3 Tuesdays - 4/9, 4/16, 5/21
Class Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Cost: $65 + supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor:  Keri Samuels
Pattern: Available for purchase on Ravelry

From the pattern: “Glymur is a graceful poncho-style wrap, an effortless layer of warmth. Its simple lines and textures flatter most outfits, while its leafy edging gives it a special touch.” It’s knitted in DK-weight yarn and is mainly stockinette with a panel of lace running along one edge.

The instructions include 3 sizes and an optional chart. It’s a rectangle that is folded and finished with a seam along one edge. This is the perfect answer to cool summer evenings!

Techniques – chart reading, seaming.

Gingersnap
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Class Dates: 4 Tuesdays - 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/14
Class Time: 5:15 PM - 6:45 PM
Cost: $90 + supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor:  Keri Samuels
Pattern: Available for purchase on Ravelry

This cute little unisex cardigan is made with 3 colors of worsted weight yarn. It’s an easy knit, made in pieces and then the pieces are seamed together. You’ll learn how to change colors, make buttoholes and follow a simple pattern. It’s sized for 12 months but there’s a link on Ravelry that is a pattern for older kids, 1 – 8 years.

Techniques – stockinette and garter stitch, increases, decreases, buttonholes and seaming

Sheep!
Skill Level: Advanced Intermediate
Class Dates: 4 Tuesdays - 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14
Class Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Cost: $90 + supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor:  Keri Samuels
Pattern: Available for purchase on Ravelry

Here’s another darling seamless animal from Susan B. Anderson that comes in 3 different options for their little bodies. You can choose colorwork, textured stitches or loops – or make one of each! We will make these cuties using 2 circular needles and again, they are made seamlessly, attaching body parts as you go! Simple faces are embroidered after they’re completed and stuffed.

Techniques – small circumference tubes, i-cord, charts, Kitchener stitch.

Basic Socks
Skill Level:  Intermediate
Class Dates: 4 Thursdays 5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23
Class Time: 5:15 PM - 6:45 PM
Cost: $90 + supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor:  Keri Samuels
Pattern:Available for purchase on Ravelry

This is a class to teach you how to knit traditional, basic top-down socks. The pattern from Churchmouse Yarns is written for 2 gauges, and will fit a medium adult foot. You’ll be making these socks using 2 circular needles in either fingering or DK/sport weight yarn. You’ll learn how to knit in the round using 2 circular needles, knit a traditional heel flap, turn a short-row heel, pick up and shape a gusset and finish off a shaped toe with the Kitchener stitch. Lots of techniques are packed into a little sock!

Techniques include: knitting in the round with 2 circular needles, short rows, picking up stitches, decreasing, Kitchener stitch.

Cabled Headband
Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner
Class Dates: 2 Mondays 5/6, 5/13
Class Time: 5:15 PM - 6:45 PM
Cost: $45 + supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor:  Keri Samuels
Pattern: Provided

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

The Curve Bag
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
Class Dates: 2 Thursdays - 5/9, 5/23
Class Time: 8:30 AM - 10 :30 AM
Cost: $60 + supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor:  Keri Samuels
Pattern: Available for purchase on Ravelry

Felting is process that binds wool fibers together to make a thick, sturdy fabric. It’s good for bags, slippers and mats. This is a felted bag that is knitted in non-washable wool and then washed to create a sturdy boiled wool bag. It’s knitted in the round from the base up and its rounded shape is made with increasing and decreasing. The contrast edging and handles along the top are created with an i-cord bind off.

Techniques – knitting in the round, increases, decreases, i-cord, felting.

EMBELLISHMENTS

Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner
Dates: 3 Wednesdays - 4/24, 5/1,5/8
Class Time: 6:45 PM - 8:45 PM
Cost - $90+ supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Carolyn Hanson

The designer touch is all about the details. Embellishments take your project to the next level. The three sessions will take you on a journey into developing your creative style by learning techniques such as: duplicate stitching, surface crochet, embroidery, weaving, and Dorset buttons.

This is a techniques class for anyone, not just knitters or crocheters. 

Homework: Bring either a simple knitted scarf, sweater, or fabric that is at least 12” x 12” in size. It can be a readymade item.

Supplies: Tapestry needles, Size E or F crochet hook, scrap yarn, Size 6 seed beads, needle that fits through beads.

Come learn!

Crochet Classes…

BALLOON DOG

Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner
Dates: 2 Wednesdays - 5/1,5/8
Class Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Cost - $50+ supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Carolyn Hanson
Pattern: Free on Ravelry

Jeff Koons, we’ve got you covered! We have our own crocheted Balloon Dog to enjoy. Make this fun toy that changes from a linked sausage into an adorable amigurumi toy. Learn the techniques of amigurumi, including increasing, decreasing and working in the round.

Huva Cowl
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner - must have previous crochet experience 
Class Dates: Tuesday - April 9, 23, 30
Class Time: 7:00-9:00 PM
Cost: $90 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Carolyn Hanson
Pattern: For Purchase on Ravelry

A great introduction to Tunisian Crochet. This cowl is Nordic Inspired and quick to construct. This ia a beginner class for Tunisian crochet but must know how to single crochet.

Edison Bucket Hat
Skill Level:  Advanced Beginner - must have basic crochet skills
Dates: 3 Thursdays - 4/4, 4/11, 4/25
Class Time: 7 PM - 8:30 PM
Cost - $65+ supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Carolyn Hanson
Pattern: For Purchase on Ravelry

Just in time for summer! Join us and make this wonderfully stylin' raffia bucket hat. Learn to work in the round using a magic ring, handling raffia (it's not rough!), make a slip stich chain cord for a nice brim finish, follow a pattern. Lots to learn in this hat :)