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Pinka Peck is an expert on all things crochet. In this exciting class, students will learn how to create crocheted ropes that are easily fashioned into exquisite necklaces and bracelets. It is completely addictive and the possibilities for adornment are endless.

Students should have basic crochet experience.

Join Pinka for a 4 hour adventure. This class is $75 and includes an instruction booklet, yarn,  and the pre-strung beads. A selection of kits will be available prior to class.

Please bring your own crochet hook (range B thru E).
This class is taught by an independent instructor and not eligible for use with Groupons.

Know just a few crochet stitches but want to learn more?

Want to learn to read a pattern?

Learn the basics of not only reading patterns, but some of the most popular crochet stitches – and if time allows, an extra or two.  This class goes beyond our basic intro class and gives you a chance to really explore crochet with a skilled instructor guiding you and helping you learn how to make your first project - a fabulous scarf.  With instructor Pinka Peck at your side, you will be making a sampler scarf that will have the basic stitches in between more complicated stitches.  There will also be no worries about trying to remember how to do these stitches either with the pattern right in front of you. 

Skill Level:  Beginner but must know how to crochet a decent single or double crochet. This class is not intended for novice students that have never picked up yarn and hook.

Materials:  Luxurious SWTC yarns can be provided for a $30 fee or bring any worsted weight yarn with various size hooks – F through I for gauge. An assortment of colors might be fun for your project.

This class is taught by an independent instructor. Groupons cannot be used for this class.

What else but another bead crochet bracelet! 

Make the bracelet and expand to make a necklace if you’d like.  The technique is fairly basic but most of all fun.  Bring your size 8 seed beads, size 10 crochet cotton and a fancy button with your crochet hook and let’s get going.

This is a 3 hour class and during this time, we expect to complete the bracelet.

                   Thread crochet experience is strongly recommended.

We would be happy to prepare a project kit in a color of your choosing. Please contact your instructor, Pinka Peck at pinka_m@yahoo.com.

Materials to bring to class:

Size 10 crochet cotton

size 8 seed beads

complimentary button

various size crochet hooks for gauge (1.5mm to 2.25mm).  

Beads (at least 40”) should be pre-strung before class.
This class is taught by an independent instructor and not eligible for use with groupons.

Pinka Peck will teach you how to crochet in this fabulous , busy one hour class.  With a little practice, you'll be making your first gifts in time for the holidays! Learn single crochet, double crochet and more as time allows.  This class will get you ready to take on several of Pinka's upcoming crochet classes where you can learn additional stitches, create a project , and learn to read patterns in detail. This class will discuss pattern reading basics and students will make a bookmark as part of their practice.

Class includes:
1 hour of instruction with Pinka Peck

Access to instructor for quick follow up if you need it!

and the fabulous SWTC  Yarn to get you started
and a fabulous SWTC Goodie Bag with patterns, samples, and coupons valued at over $20

Please bring:  Crochet Hook and your standard accessories like scissors,  note pad etc

There is nothing we enjoy more than sharing our craft with people so this class is really fun!  With Georgia Green as your teach, you will cover all of the basics to introduce the art including tools, yarns, understanding patterns and then dig right in to get you started! We'll cast on , knit a bit and the purl a bit. Of course, we'll also teach you to bind off , ending this adventure for the moment.  We'll send you home with patterns to inspire you while you practice and we hope, the beginning of a lifelong addiction to knitting!

Your class includes:

1 hour of Instruction

Follow up opportunities with the instructor if needed

Class notes

Yarn from SWTC to get you started

Purls Forever by Jonelle Raffino

and a fabulous SWTC Goodie Bag with patterns, samples, and coupons valued at over $20

Bring:

US 7 or 8 knitting needles ( needles will be available to purchase at class)

We'll also be offering a follow up class to this that will expand you new knitting skills and get you started reading patterns in detail. You'll learn more stitches, increases, decreases,  and learn how to handle boo-boos and more advanced tricks and tips.

Join Georgia Green for this 1 hour introduction to double knitting.  In this class you will learn how to create this exquisite fabric that offers unlimited creative opportunities. You'll need basic knitting skills already but with Georgia's class, you will quickly learn that this technique  looks complex but its really easy with a few tips and tricks!

Based on the book Freeform Style by Prudence Mapstone and Jonelle Raffino, this is a good introduction to freeform crochet and knitting. Most of the project will be in crochet, but some knitting experience would be nice.

Take a simple scarf and learn to embellish with the basics of freeform crochet and knitting. This class is not meant to overwhelm students with tons of motifs and stitches that is the usual case with freeform classes, but to talk about ideas and learn how color and a few well placed motifs can turn a simple idea into something unique and fun.

AS AN ADDED BONUS: All students will get an autographed copy of FREEFORM STYLE by Jonelle Beck and Prudence Mapstone. This is a $30 value!

     It is critical that you bring a plain finished scarf to use as the base for your project.

Materials you should bring:  

At least three different color complimenting yarns, various size hooks and needles.  

One color should be used to make an 8” X 50” scarf that should be completed before class.

We will have an assortment of SWTC yarns in a range of colors available for you to play with during class. This will give you some wonderful additions to your project and its always fun to play in someone elses stash!

Note on homework: Since it is only a 3 hour class, students that do not have their scarves completed may not get the full benefit of the class.  Scarves can be knit or crochet and if a pattern is needed, one will be provided in each method.

This class is taught by Pinka Peck, an independent teacher. Groupons cannot be used for this class. Sorry.