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We've had multiple requests daily for more knitting classes. So, here is the latest schedule!
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Reno Store Classes
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For further information, call the reno store at (775) 827-YARN (9276).
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Drop-In Sessions
Join us at our Reno location for 2-hour long drop-in classes. These can be whatever you would like to make of them! Come in for help on a project, to learn a technique or just to socialize with other knitters. Allison will help you fix mistakes, answer your questions, teach you any aspect of the craft, or get you going on your next project.
Days and times:Please call ahead to ensure that a session hasn't been cancelled! (775)827-9276
Tuesday afternoons: 11am - 1pm
Wednesday: 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Cost:All classes must be pre-paid, and there will be no refunds. Extentions granted in the event of cancellation by the instructor or Jimmy Beans Wool. Students will have 6 months to use up their punch cards.
1 class: $20.00
2 classes: $35.00 (must be used in 4 weeks)
3 classes: $50.00 (must be used in 5 weeks)
4 classes: $60.00 (must be used in 6 weeks)
We know it can be difficult to make it to every class in a session and we are providing this schedule to give you flexibility!
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Neck Down Sweater class with Allison
The beauty of knitting a sweater from the neck down is there are no seams to sew! Learn how to knit a neck-down, raglan sleeve sweater. Your choice of Knitting Pure and Simple patterns which include cardigans and pullovers in all sizes, from infant through adult. (Note: pattern and yarn is not included in fee for class.)
Prerequisites: Must be able to complete the knitting basics: cast-on, knit, purl, and bind-off.
Cost: $60.00, with a 50% deposit required to hold your spot in the class which is non-refundable. Your fee is refundable only if the instructor must cancel class. Full payment required 1 week in advance. Class size limited to 8 students, minimum size of 3 students.
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Sock Basics
Sock Basics will take you from cuff to toe by taking the stress out of knitting socks. You will learn the anatomy of a simple sock, knitting in the round on Double Pointed Needles, how to turn a heel (short row knitting), balanced decreases, and completing the heel gusset with a simple toe finish. Students will need to supply US 4 Double Pointed Needles (set of 5) and a light colored Worsted weight practice yarn. This is a fast paced 4-6 hour workshop, so you should plan on bringing water, a sack lunch and snacks.
Level: Intermediate
Prerequisites: You must to be able to knit and purl with confidence, knitting in the round is helpful, but not required.
Cost: $40.00, with a 50% deposit required to hold your spot in the class which is non-refundable. Your fee is refundable only if the instructor must cancel class. Full payment required 1 week in advance. Class size limited to 6 students.
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Beginning Knitting 101
This class will give you the skills to complete a simple project, such as a scarf, basic beanie, and maybe even mittens. You will learn the skills needed to understand yarn weights, needles, and basic notions. You will be provided simple patterns which will guide you into the unique language of knitting.
Level: Beginner
Prerequisites: None
Materials: When signing up, you will be given a list of supplies needed.
Dates: Saturdays from 10am - noon and 1pm - 3pm. The afternoon class is only held if the morning class has too many participants.
Cost: $60 for 4 week session. 50% deposit required to reserve your spot. Class size is limited to a minimum of 4 and maximum of 8 students. Your deposit becomes non-refundable 10 days prior to class. If the class has to be cancelled by the instructor, or Jimmy Beans Wool, your fee will be refunded. Please call to sign up.
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Finishing
You will learn the long tail and knitted cast on, stitch gauge, Kitchener stitch, 3-needle bind off, I-cord, Applied I-cord, seaming, button holes, washing and blocking, and how to read a ball band.
Level: Must be comfortable with knitting, purling, cast on and bind off.
Materials: Homework is required before beginning of class. Be sure to obtain materials/homework list well ahead of class. Contact us for details.
Dates in Reno: 1st Sunday every month, from 12:30 - 2:30pm
Cost: $20 per person. Three students minimum, if more than 8 are enrolled the class will be held at Allison's studio location.
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Illusion Knitting with Allison
Join Allison for this 2-session class to explore the magic that is Illusion Knitting! This technique works well for scarves, dishcloths and afghans. Look at the pattern directly, and all you see are stripes. Look at it from an angle and the hidden pattern magically appears. During the first class you will work on a small sample piece using 2 colors. The second class will give you the opportunity to learn how to create your own chart, or choose one of several patterns already charted for you to make a dishcloth.
Level: Must know how to knit and purl
Materials: Pick up a materials list from the store at the time of sign up.
Dates in Reno: TBA
Cost: $35 for workshop. $20 deposit required to reserve your spot. Class size is limited to 8.
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Fair Isle & Color Knitting
Learn this age old 2 color knitting technique on a small project to be started as 'homework' before the class.
Materials: Pick up a materials list from the store at the time of sign up.
Dates in Reno: TBA
Cost: $30.00 and the supply list will be provided at time of sign up. The non-refundable fee must be paid in advance to hold your spot. A refund will be provided if class is cancelled by the instructor, or Jimmy Beans Wool. There is a minimum of 3 students and a maximum of 8 allowed, so space is limited.
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Intarsia or Picture Knitting
Learn this beautiful knitting technique on a small project to be started as 'homework' before the class.
Materials: Pick up a materials list from the store at the time of sign up.
Dates in Reno: TBA
Cost: $30.00 and the supply list will be provided at time of sign up. The non-refundable fee must be paid in advance to hold your spot. A refund will be provided if class is cancelled by the instructor, or Jimmy Beans Wool. There is a minimum of 3 students and a maximum of 8 allowed, so space is limited.
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Private Lessons
Don't have time to make 4 classes? Prefer to have 1-on-1 help? We are now offering private lessons in
both of our stores. For $20/hour, you will get undivided attention and help with anything that you need (including learning to knit)!
Just give us a call to schedule a lesson.
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Meet the instructor -- Allison Judge
I began knitting in 1989 when the youngest of our 3 daughters was 2. I knew I wouldn't get into 'Mother Heaven' unless I made some of their clothing, and I knew I disliked sewing. I also wanted to be able to do something better than my brother, Gus. We do tend to be a competitive family, and he's an excellent knitter!
I was extremely lucky to find a wonderful knitting teacher in the little town of Truckee, California. She is Diane Soucy, who designs patterns sold as 'Knitting Pure & Simple'.
I took to knitting like a sheep takes to growing wool. And over the years I've taken workshops from knitters such as Alice Starmore, Beth Brown-Reinsel, Charlene Schurch, Ginger Luters, Meg Swanson, Lucy Neatby, Kathryn Alexander and SO many more. All have generously imparted their wisdom, and it's important to me to pass on to others what I have learned from them.
I've had patterns published in 'Spin-Off' Magazine and 'Fashion Knitting'. I serve on the scholarship committe for the Spin-Off Autumn Retreat (more information at www.interweave.com) and write book reviews for Spin-Off Magazine.
My students tell me I'm a patient teacher, which is a wonderful compliment as it is my goal to bring to my student's lives what knitting has brought to mine.
Currently I am not only teaching, but writing patterns with my friend and knitting buddy, Jeanne Giles. We've created '2 Askew Designs', and hope to widen the knitting world with our creations!
Happy Knitting!
Allison
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Jimmy Beans Wool offers a wide variety of sale yarn from manufacturers such as Rowan, Blue Sky Alpacas, GGH and more. Click the sale outlet link at the top to browse everything that is currently on sale!
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| 5000 smithridge drive #A11 :: reno, nv 89502 |
| phone :: (775)827-YARN (9276) |
| toll free :: (877)JBW-KNIT (529-5648) |
| fax :: (801)740-7563 |
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