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2008 Holiday Hoopla Workshops
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Please scroll down to read about the 2008 Holiday Hoopla Workshops we are currently offering.
All workshops are led by award winning fiber artist and Master teacher, Beth Krause, in our shop located at 3455 Robina in Berkley, Michigan.
PLEASE NOTE: all classes, events and workshops require advanced registration; call us today at 248-541-WOOL (9665) to reserve your space!
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"Bunny Blanket"
How perfect for Baby's first Christmas! Miss Beth will show you how to create this adorable Bunny Blankie from just one square of knitting. Easy and fun!
Dates: Saturday August 2 or Wednesday August 13
Time:
10:00-11:00 a.m.
Cost: $15.00 plus materials
Materials: one skein Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Super Chunky, US #11 knitting needles, tapestry needle.
Homework: Knit one 16 inch square with the above yarn. Please bring leftover yarn to the workshop.
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"Christmas Tree Pin"
Learn to knit with beads and wire as you make this beautiful pin to give or to keep.
Dates: Saturday August 2 or Wednesday August 13
Time:
12:00-1:30 p.m.
Cost: $15.00 plus materials
Materials: Christmas tree pin kit, needles to match
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"Sweet Sachets"
Learn to knit with beads as you make this great gift for any woman on your list. This is also the perfect party favor for bridal showers too. Once you get started on this cute little bag you won't be able to stop!
Dates: Saturday August 2 or Wednesday August 13
Time:
2:00-3:30 p.m.
Cost: $15.00 plus materials
Materials: Sweet Sachets pattern (#71), #6 beads, stitch markers, one skein of any of the following yarns: Euroflax linen, Dream, Panda Silk, Claudia Handpaints or Schaeffer Anne. Needles sized at least one size larger than suggested for your yarn. Ribbon to fasten.
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"Everyone Wants One!" Hat
Everyone loves a hat! Learn how to knit this basic hat in any yarn for virtually anyone! Children and adults will be delighted to receive a hand knit hat to keep warm during the chilly months of winter. You can add earflaps, tassels or pompoms for an extra special touch.
Dates: Saturday August 9 or Wednesday August 20
Time:
10:00-12:00 noon
Cost: $15.00 plus materials
Materials: The book Last Minute Knitted Gifts, yarn of choice and needles to match, stitch markers.
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"Santa Hat"
Make this festive Santa hat for yourself or for your own special Santa. This fun hat pattern has a tassel on top and bobbles on the edging to expand your knitting skills.
Dates: Saturday August 9 or Wednesday August 20
Time:
12:30-2:30 p.m.
Cost: $15.00 plus materials
Materials: The book Handknit Holidays, worsted weight yarn for hat and bulky weight yarn for trims. US #9, 16 inch circular needles, US #9 double points, US #11, 16 inch circular needles.
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"Classic Stocking Hat"
Stocking hats are just the ticket! This classic pattern can be made simple or kicked up a notch with stripes. Feeling brave? Add some Fair Isle embellishment to customize your hat.
Dates: Saturday August 9 or Wednesday August 20
Time:
3:00-4:00 p.m.
Cost: $15.00 plus materials
Materials: The book Holiday Knits, worsted weight wool (superwash perhaps?) needles to get appropriate gauge, stitch markers, tapestry needle. |

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"Chevron Scarf"
Learn a classic stitch pattern while you make this lovely gift for someone you love!
Dates: Wednesday August 6 or Saturday August 16
Time:
10:00-11:30 a.m.
Cost: $15.00 plus materials
Materials: The book Last Minute Knitted Gifts, 4 skeins Claudia Hand Painted Yarn, US #5 needles, stitch markers, tapestry needle. |

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"Beth's Neck Warmer"
Looking for something simple and stylish to keep your neck extra warm? This quick and easy project will fit any wardrobe! This is a great advanced beginner project because you'll learn to knit in rib, pick up stitches and make button holes.
Dates: Wednesday August 6, or Saturday August 16
Time:
12:30-2:30 p.m.
Cost: $20.00 (Includes pattern)
Materials: one skein JCA Regal Alpaca, US #9 needles, tapestry needle.
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"Airy Scarf"
Learn the basics of lace knitting by knitting this delicate scarf. It is also a nice way to bring out the beauty of a laceweight mohair.
Dates: Wednesday August 6 or Saturday August 16
Time:
3:00-4:00 p.m.
Cost: $15.00 plus materials
Materials: The book Last Minute Knitted Gifts, one ball GGH Kid Mélange, Trendsetter Super Kid Seta or K1C2 Douceur et Soie
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"Fuzzy Felt Ornaments"
Decorate your tree with these wonderful, easy to make ornaments. This is another way to create with needle felt. You'll want to make them for everyone on your Christmas list!
Dates: Thursday August 7 or Saturday August 23
Time:
10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $20.00 (includes Styrofoam and wire needed for project) plus materials
Materials: The book Holiday Knits, felting needles, one to two ounces of 100% wool roving in your choice of colors. |

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"Felted Bird House Ornament"
These cheerful decorations are quick and easy to make. You'll want sets in a variety of colors to fit the seasons.
Dates: Thursday August 7 or Saturday August 23
Time:
12:30-2:00 p.m.
Cost: $15.00 plus materials
Materials: Fiber Trends pattern “Felt Birdhouse Ornaments” (#234), 100% DK or worsted weight wool, locking stitch markers, US #10 double pointed needles.
*If you want to make your birdhouse fancy, please consider attending our “Needle Felting 3_D” workshop on Friday, September 26 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. See below.
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"Deck the Balls"
Knit these clever ornaments using leftover sock yarn! You'll also learn the technique of knitting with 2 circular needles at the same time.
Dates: Wednesday August 7 or Saturday August 23
Time:
2:30-4:00 p.m.
Cost: $20.00 (glass ball ornaments included) plus materials
Materials: Kalamazoo Knits pattern "Deck the Balls" (#594), Sock or lace weight yarn, US #2, 24 inch circular needles (you'll need 2), tapestry needle
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"Old-Fashioned Christmas Stocking"
This is the BEST way to learn how to make a sock! Heavier weight yarn and larger needles allow you to see the stitches clearly as you knit. Students will knit the same basic stocking but will customize it by incorporating the snowflake design, stripes or novelty yarn. This is the perfect project for those with "single sock syndrome" because you only make one!
Dates: 3 sessions Saturday, September 20, 27 and October 4
Time:
10:00-12:00 noon
Cost: $45.00 plus materials
Materials: The book Holiday Knits, Manos del Uruguay (1-2 skeins main color and 1 skein contrasting color), stitch markers, tapestry needle, stitch holder or scrap yarn, US #6 double pointed needles and US #8 double pointed needles for working i-cord.
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"Needle Felting 3-D"
Make the cutest figures in 3 dimensions. Dogs, birds and dolls are just a few examples of what you can make with this easy technique. You're limited only by your imagination!
Date: Friday, September 26
Time:
7:00-9:00 p.m.
Cost: $15.00 plus materials
Materials: colored roving, felting needle, felting base
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"Not Your Grandma's Slippers"
Remember those funky slippers everyone's Grandma made for them back in the day? Here's an updated version that will warm the hearts and soles of anyone lucky enough to receive them.
Date: Friday October 3
Time:
7:00-9:00 p.m.
Cost: $20.00 (pattern included) plus materials
Materials: 2 skeins Lamb's Pride bulky, size 10 needles
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"Embellish With Embroidery"
This is the workshop many have asked for. Learn simple embroidery stitches to add that personalized touch to your knitting. Make scarves, mittens, and sweaters or just about anything special!
Date: Friday October 17
Time:
7:00-9:00 p.m.
Cost: $15.00 plus materials
Materials: Bring any hand knit item that you want to embroider, yarn needle and yarn scraps.
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"Silk Gelato Holiday Garland"
Crochet this beautiful garland out of silk ribbon! This project is so quick and easy you'll want to make more than one. Imagine this beautiful garland around a banister, on the mantle or outdoors in a protected area.
Date: Friday, October 24
Time:
7:00-9:00 p.m.
Cost: $15.00 plus materials
Materials: one ball Silk Gelato, US K (7mm) crochet hook.
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"The Fine Print"
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