Villiage Needlework's Class Calendar
We offer instruction and classes in Knitting, Crochet, Beading, Cross Stitch and more. Sign up now by calling 319-362-3271 or stop by the store. Registrations must be prepaid one week in advance, unless otherwise noted, to hold your place in the class After that, call to see if space is still available. We reserve the right to cancel class if a minimum is not reached.
Painted Canvas Example
Weekly Group - Knitting & Crochet
Leader: Staff
When: Wednesday 10am - noon and Saturday 1-3 pm
Cost: none
This group is for knitters of all skill levels. Bring your knitting project for open knitting. Share your experiences and learn from each other.
Skill Level: All
Community Stitching
When: 4th Thursday 1-3pm
If you have some extra time and enjoy stitching, join us in making holiday gifts for senior citizens. Our goal is to deliver stitched door hangers and lap robes to various care facilities in the community. We cross stitch and make up into small pillow-type door hangers and knit or crochet lap robes. We welcome whoever wants to join us. The more we have, the more people we can cheer up. If you can't attend, but would like to contribute supplies (fabric, stuffing, threads, aida cloth, etc) or finished cross stitch pieces, please call the store at 319-362-3271 for details.
Monthly Groups - Needlepoint
Leader: Staff
When: 2nd Saturday 1-4 pm
Cost: none
This is a new group for Stitchers of all skill levels. Bring an existing project or pick out a new project. It is a time to share your experiences and learn from each other.
Skill Level: All
Monthly - Open Stitching
Leader: Staff
When: 1st and 3rd Saturday 1-4 pm
Cost: none
This group is for Stitchers of all skill levels. Bring your cross stitch, needlepoint, knitting, crochet, etc. project for open stitching. Share your experiences and learn from each other.
Skill Level: All
What do I do with a Painted Canvas
Leader: Julia
Tues, Oct 9 & 23, Nov 6 & 20, 10-Noon
$15 plus supplies for 1st session, $10 for each additional session.
Come join Julia and she will help guide you in the selection of a Painted Needlepoint Canvas and in selecting threads and stitches for the project. Then, if you need additional instruction, you can then attend any other Painted Canvas session for only $10. You can start on any of the above dates. This class will meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. Join us at any time.
Leader: Staff
When: Wednesday 10am - noon and Saturday 1-3 pm
Cost: none
This group is for knitters of all skill levels. Bring your knitting project for open knitting. Share your experiences and learn from each other.
Skill Level: All
Community Stitching
When: 4th Thursday 1-3pm
If you have some extra time and enjoy stitching, join us in making holiday gifts for senior citizens. Our goal is to deliver stitched door hangers and lap robes to various care facilities in the community. We cross stitch and make up into small pillow-type door hangers and knit or crochet lap robes. We welcome whoever wants to join us. The more we have, the more people we can cheer up. If you can't attend, but would like to contribute supplies (fabric, stuffing, threads, aida cloth, etc) or finished cross stitch pieces, please call the store at 319-362-3271 for details.
Monthly Groups - Needlepoint
Leader: Staff
When: 2nd Saturday 1-4 pm
Cost: none
This is a new group for Stitchers of all skill levels. Bring an existing project or pick out a new project. It is a time to share your experiences and learn from each other.
Skill Level: All
Monthly - Open Stitching
Leader: Staff
When: 1st and 3rd Saturday 1-4 pm
Cost: none
This group is for Stitchers of all skill levels. Bring your cross stitch, needlepoint, knitting, crochet, etc. project for open stitching. Share your experiences and learn from each other.
Skill Level: All
What do I do with a Painted Canvas
Leader: Julia
Tues, Oct 9 & 23, Nov 6 & 20, 10-Noon
$15 plus supplies for 1st session, $10 for each additional session.
Come join Julia and she will help guide you in the selection of a Painted Needlepoint Canvas and in selecting threads and stitches for the project. Then, if you need additional instruction, you can then attend any other Painted Canvas session for only $10. You can start on any of the above dates. This class will meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. Join us at any time.
Beginning Knitting
Leader: Joan
Wed Oct 10, 17, 24, & Nov 7, 10am-Noon or 6-8pm
$60 plus supplies
Learn a new skill or refresh your knitting skills. This is a four-session class. Students will learn to cast on & off, knit, purl, yarn over, increase & decrease. You will make a “practice dishcloth” using straight needles and a stocking hat using the circular needles. as your final project. For ages 14 to adults. No prior experience needed.
Leader: Joan
Wed Oct 10, 17, 24, & Nov 7, 10am-Noon or 6-8pm
$60 plus supplies
Learn a new skill or refresh your knitting skills. This is a four-session class. Students will learn to cast on & off, knit, purl, yarn over, increase & decrease. You will make a “practice dishcloth” using straight needles and a stocking hat using the circular needles. as your final project. For ages 14 to adults. No prior experience needed.
Beginning Counted Canvas
Leader: Joan
Wed Oct 10 & 17 1-3pm
$47 (includes kit fee)
In this class you will be introduced to some of the basic stitches used in counted canvas. Learn about the type of fabrics and threads that can be used while stitching a small project. Threads, canvas, and stretchers for stitch practice will be provided. For ages 14 to adults. No prior experience needed.
Leader: Joan
Wed Oct 10 & 17 1-3pm
$47 (includes kit fee)
In this class you will be introduced to some of the basic stitches used in counted canvas. Learn about the type of fabrics and threads that can be used while stitching a small project. Threads, canvas, and stretchers for stitch practice will be provided. For ages 14 to adults. No prior experience needed.
Knitted Stocking Cap
Leader: Joan
Thurs October 11 & 25, 10-Noon
$30 plus supplies
Make this fast-knitted stocking for a gift or for yourself. Choose from a variety of chunky yarns. This is an easy to add a second color to a plain standard stocking cap. Learn how to make a large pom-pom.
Leader: Joan
Thurs October 11 & 25, 10-Noon
$30 plus supplies
Make this fast-knitted stocking for a gift or for yourself. Choose from a variety of chunky yarns. This is an easy to add a second color to a plain standard stocking cap. Learn how to make a large pom-pom.
Beginning Embroidery
Leader: Joan
Fri Oct 12, 19, 26, & Nov 2, 10-Noon
$50 (includes kit fee)
Stitch a piece of the pie and learn new embroidery stitches to add interest to your needlework. These will be stitches that can be used in both standard (floss) and crewel (wool) embroidery. We will be creating a small sampler using your choice of floss colors.. We will also explore a variety of additional threads and how to select colors. For ages 14 to adults. No prior experience needed.
Leader: Joan
Fri Oct 12, 19, 26, & Nov 2, 10-Noon
$50 (includes kit fee)
Stitch a piece of the pie and learn new embroidery stitches to add interest to your needlework. These will be stitches that can be used in both standard (floss) and crewel (wool) embroidery. We will be creating a small sampler using your choice of floss colors.. We will also explore a variety of additional threads and how to select colors. For ages 14 to adults. No prior experience needed.
Counted Canvas: Autumn
Leader: Julia
Fri Oct 12, 19, 26, 1-3pm
$45 plus supplies
Learn about new stitches and threads to create this lovely autumn counted canvas piece. This is suitable for framing, a wall hanging, or bookmark.
Leader: Julia
Fri Oct 12, 19, 26, 1-3pm
$45 plus supplies
Learn about new stitches and threads to create this lovely autumn counted canvas piece. This is suitable for framing, a wall hanging, or bookmark.
Beginning Knitted Socks
Skill Level: Knowledge of basic knitting
Leader: Joan
Oct 15, 22, 29, & Nov. 12 10-Noon
$60 plus supplies
Never end with 2 socks of a different size again. This is a four-session class where you will learn to knit both socks at a time. You will also learn how to knit them to fit your foot and make a smooth, invisible toe. This is an intermediate class, so knowledge of basic knitting is required. For ages 14 to adults.
Skill Level: Knowledge of basic knitting
Leader: Joan
Oct 15, 22, 29, & Nov. 12 10-Noon
$60 plus supplies
Never end with 2 socks of a different size again. This is a four-session class where you will learn to knit both socks at a time. You will also learn how to knit them to fit your foot and make a smooth, invisible toe. This is an intermediate class, so knowledge of basic knitting is required. For ages 14 to adults.
Beginning Crochet
Leader: Joan
Oct 15, 22, 29, & Nov 5, 1-3pm or 6-8pm
$60 plus supplies
Learn a new skill or refresh your crochet skills. This is a four-session class. While working on the first project, students will learn about threads/yarns and crochet hooks and learn the basic stitches including: chain, single & double crochet, clusters, shells, increase & decrease. You will make a sampler dishcloth and a final project of a stocking cap. For ages 14 to adults. No prior experience needed.
Leader: Joan
Oct 15, 22, 29, & Nov 5, 1-3pm or 6-8pm
$60 plus supplies
Learn a new skill or refresh your crochet skills. This is a four-session class. While working on the first project, students will learn about threads/yarns and crochet hooks and learn the basic stitches including: chain, single & double crochet, clusters, shells, increase & decrease. You will make a sampler dishcloth and a final project of a stocking cap. For ages 14 to adults. No prior experience needed.
Beaded Bracelet
Leader: Julia
Oct 16 10-Noon or Oct 22 6-8pm
$15 plus supplies
Create an interesting bracelet, no prior beading skills required. Choose from a variety of colors. Bring a friend and receive a discount of 2 for $25 for the class fee. For ages 14 to adults.
Leader: Julia
Oct 16 10-Noon or Oct 22 6-8pm
$15 plus supplies
Create an interesting bracelet, no prior beading skills required. Choose from a variety of colors. Bring a friend and receive a discount of 2 for $25 for the class fee. For ages 14 to adults.
Intro to Needle Felting
Leader: Joan
Thurs Oct 18 10-Noon or Thurs Nov 1, 6-8pm
$15 plus supplies
Select from a variety of different animals and learn the art of Needle Felting a 3-dimentional animal.
Leader: Joan
Thurs Oct 18 10-Noon or Thurs Nov 1, 6-8pm
$15 plus supplies
Select from a variety of different animals and learn the art of Needle Felting a 3-dimentional animal.
Fun with Sheep and Alpaca
Leader: Joan
Wed Oct 24, Nov 7 & 14 1-3pm
$45 plus supplies
This is for advanced knitters that want to try color work or fair isle knitting for the first time. Choose either the cowl, stocking cap, head band, or all 3.
Leader: Joan
Wed Oct 24, Nov 7 & 14 1-3pm
$45 plus supplies
This is for advanced knitters that want to try color work or fair isle knitting for the first time. Choose either the cowl, stocking cap, head band, or all 3.
Beginning Punch Needle
Leader: Julia
Cost: $20 plus materials
Dates: Thursday, Oct 25, 6-8 pm
You will learn the basics of punch needle and get started on a project of your choice. Please stop in and pick your pattern and supplies before the class starts.
Leader: Julia
Cost: $20 plus materials
Dates: Thursday, Oct 25, 6-8 pm
You will learn the basics of punch needle and get started on a project of your choice. Please stop in and pick your pattern and supplies before the class starts.
Crochet Moonstone Cowl
Leader: Joan
Cost: $30 plus materials
Dates: Fri Oct 26 & Nov 9, 10-Noon
Join us in crocheting this beautiful light cowl. This project is a next step in crochet after learning the basics.
Leader: Joan
Cost: $30 plus materials
Dates: Fri Oct 26 & Nov 9, 10-Noon
Join us in crocheting this beautiful light cowl. This project is a next step in crochet after learning the basics.
Beginning Hardanger Bellpull
Leader: Joan
Dates: Thurs Nov 1, 8, & 15 1-3pm
Cost $45 plus materials
Create this mini wall hanging while learning the basics of Hardanger embroidery. No prior experience necessary.
Leader: Joan
Dates: Thurs Nov 1, 8, & 15 1-3pm
Cost $45 plus materials
Create this mini wall hanging while learning the basics of Hardanger embroidery. No prior experience necessary.
Ukrainian Whitework
Dates: Sat Nov 3, 10, 17 & 24 1-3pm
Cost: $60 plus materials
Use the traditional Ukrainian stitches to create this delicate doily. It can all be worked in whitework or in a color of your choice. No prior experience necessary. Registration deadline for this class is October 15 to allow us time to purchase the supplies. Any late registrations may not have the needed supplies by the first class.
Dates: Sat Nov 3, 10, 17 & 24 1-3pm
Cost: $60 plus materials
Use the traditional Ukrainian stitches to create this delicate doily. It can all be worked in whitework or in a color of your choice. No prior experience necessary. Registration deadline for this class is October 15 to allow us time to purchase the supplies. Any late registrations may not have the needed supplies by the first class.
Beaded Bracelet
Leader: Julia
Nov 1 6-8pm or Nov 13 10-Noon
$15 plus supplies
Create an interesting bracelet, no prior beading skills required. Choose from a variety of colors. Bring a friend and receive a discount of 2 for $25 for the class fee. For ages 14 to adults.
Leader: Julia
Nov 1 6-8pm or Nov 13 10-Noon
$15 plus supplies
Create an interesting bracelet, no prior beading skills required. Choose from a variety of colors. Bring a friend and receive a discount of 2 for $25 for the class fee. For ages 14 to adults.
Understanding Knitting Charts
Leader: Joan
Dates: Mon Nov 19, 1-3pm
Cost $15 plus materials
Take the mystery out of those charts that are in many knitting patterns. We will make some samples following a variety of charts. Knowledge of basic knitting stitches recommended.
Leader: Joan
Dates: Mon Nov 19, 1-3pm
Cost $15 plus materials
Take the mystery out of those charts that are in many knitting patterns. We will make some samples following a variety of charts. Knowledge of basic knitting stitches recommended.
Mosaic Block Party Knitted Scarf
Leader: Julia
Dates: Mon Nov 19, & Dec 10, 6-8pm
Cost $15 plus materials
This Mosaic technique is worked by knitting every row while slipping contrasting colors. This is an easy way to have a 2-color pattern, but yet creating a scarf that looks very complicated with an underside that is beautiful also. Knowledge of basic knitting stitches is required.
Leader: Julia
Dates: Mon Nov 19, & Dec 10, 6-8pm
Cost $15 plus materials
This Mosaic technique is worked by knitting every row while slipping contrasting colors. This is an easy way to have a 2-color pattern, but yet creating a scarf that looks very complicated with an underside that is beautiful also. Knowledge of basic knitting stitches is required.
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