M, W, Th, F 10am-7pm Sat 10am-5pm Sun 11am-5pm Closed Tues
Classes & Event Schedule for Yarnivore
In addition to the following classes we also offer private and semi-private lessons. Private lessons (just you) are scheduled directly with the instructor at a time that is convenient for both parties and cost $15 per hour. Semi-private lessons (you and up to 3 other people) are also scheduled directly with the instructor and cost $10 per hour per person. Point your mouse over each class or event for more information.
Learn the very basics and get yourself knitting! You will learn how to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off. This is a 4-hour class taught over 2 sessions.
Supplies needed: Our staff will help you choose needles and yarn.
Prerequisites: NONE!
Cost: $30
Time:
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Description:
We encourage you to sit-n-knit with us anytime! Those looking for more structure can come the 1st and 3rd Fridays, bring your project, and sit-n-knit with us.
Time:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Description:
Learn about the history of spinning, how to choose and prepare your fiber, how to spin on a hand spindle, and how to ply & finish your yarn. This class is 4 hours over 2 sessions.
Supplies needed: Top-whorl spindle, 2 ounces of prepared wool roving. A medium to fine grade wool is preferred.
Prerequisites: NONE!
Cost: $30
Description:
Closed
Time:
5:30pm - 8:00pm
Description:
Understand the math behind the patters and be free to change your gauge. Learn the skills you need to knit any pattern with any yarn!
Cost:$20
Prerequisites: basic knitting
Materials: Bring a calculator, pencil, and notepad.
Time:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Description:
Learn the very basics and get yourself knitting! You will learn how to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off. This is a 4-hour class taught over 2 sessions.
Supplies needed: Our staff will help you choose needles and yarn.
Prerequisites: NONE!
Cost: $30
Description:
Mother's Day
Time:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Description:
Learn about the history of spinning, how to choose and prepare your fiber, how to spin on a hand spindle, and how to ply & finish your yarn. This class is 4 hours over 2 sessions.
Supplies needed: Top-whorl spindle, 2 ounces of prepared wool roving. A medium to fine grade wool is preferred.
Prerequisites: NONE!
Cost: $30
Description:
Closed
Time:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Description:
Learn to criss-cross your stitches and make beautiful cables. It's easier than it looks. Block 3 in the SiMon BeBeK Afghan.
Prerequisites: Cast on, knit, purl, cast off.
Materials: 100g worsted weight yarn and appropriate needles
Cost: $15
Time:
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Description:
We encourage you to sit-n-knit with us anytime! Those looking for more structure can come the 1st and 3rd Fridays, bring your project, and sit-n-knit with us.
Time:
12:00pm - 4:00pm
Description:
Spin with the San Antonio Handweavers and Spinners Guild
Description:
Closed
Time:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Description:
Overflow class for SiMon BeBeK Cable class. Please see prior weeks class for more information.
Time:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Description:
Learn to knit in the round using circular needles, double pointed needles, and two circular needles. The last 2 methods are used when making socks, mittens, hats, and other small diameter items.
Prerequisites: Cast on, knit, purl, bind off.
Materials: worsted or DK weight yarn, appropriately sized circular and double pointed needles.
Cost: $15
Description:
Memorial Day - Closed
Description:
Closed
Time:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Description:
Side to side, up & down, learn to pick up stitches and change the direction of your knitting. Block 4 in the SiMon BeBeK Afghan.
Prerequisites: Cast on, knit, purl, cast off.
Materials: 100g worsted weight yarn and appropriate needles
Cost: $15
Time:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Description:
Go beyond simply knitting rectangles. Learn to increase, decrease, and knit on double pointed needles.
Cost: $15
Prerequisites: Cast on, knit, purl, cast off
Materials: worsted weight yarn and size 7, 8, or 9 needles.