Village 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.
Open Stitching Groups
We are trying to get more stitching groups started so bring a friend, bring your project, or purchase a new project for open stitching. This is for new and existing group members. Share your experiences and learn from each other. All Stitching Groups are free.
Weekly Groups
Tuesday: Beading, 2nd & 4th Tuesday, 10am to Noon
Tuesday: Painted Canvas, 2nd & 4th Tuesday, 1-3pm
Wednesday: Crochet/Knitting/Weaving, Wednesdays, 10am to Noon
Friday: Weaving, 2nd Friday 3-5pm
Saturday: Beading, 2nd & 4th Saturday, 10am-Noon
Saturday: Open Knitting/Stitching, Saturdays 1-4pm
Saturday: Weaving, 4th Friday 3-5pm
Community Stitching on 4th Thurs, 1-3pm
Do you have 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. Everyone is welcome to join. If you can’t attend but would like to contribute supplies (fabric, quilt batting 5” squares, threads, fabrics, yarns, etc) or finished stitched pieces or have any questions, please call 319-362-3271. You may drop off supplies at any time.
Kids Can Stitch Too
First Saturday of the Month
1-3 pm – Cost $15
This is a fun time that kids can learn some of the basic skills and make a small project. Parents are welcome to stay with their child, if they choose. See the listing below of techniques being offered.
Crochet: June 1
Cross Stitch: July 6
Needlepoint: August 3
Beading: September 7
Embroidery: October 5
Take a Class
Beginning Classes (no prior experience needed)
Learn a new or refresh your skill at any of our beginning level classes. Call 319-362-3271 to reserve your space.
Beginning Crochet
When: Mondays June 3, 10, 17, 24 6-8 pm (4 sessions)
or Saturdays, 10-noon July 6, 13, 20, 27 (4 sessions)
Cost: $60 (plus supplies)
This is a four-session class. Students will learn about threads/yarns and crochet hooks and learn the basic stitches to create both a square and a circular pattern. Then you can pick a beginning level pattern and receive assistance in starting the project.
Beginning Knitted Socks
Skill Level: Knowledge of basic knitting
When: Tuesday June 4, 11, 18, 25 3-5pm (4 sessions)
Cost: $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 Tunisian Crochet
When: Fridays, June 7, 14, & 21, 1-3pm
Cost: $45 (kit fee)
This is a 3-session class where you will learn the basics of Tunisian or Afghan Crochet. We will be making a small project to learn the basic stitches. The second session will be exploring several of the more decorative stitches. At the third session, you will receive assistance in starting on a project of your choice.
Beginning Embroidery
When: Thursdays, June 13, 20, 27 & July 11, 10-Noon
Cost: $75 (plus kit fee)
This is a four-session class. 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.
Beginning Knitting
When: Saturdays, June 15, 22, 29, & July 6, 10-Noon
Cost: $60 (plus kit fee)
This is a four-session class. Students will learn to cast on & off, knit, purl, yarn over, increase & decrease. You will learn to read charts and patterns and learn how to identify and fix your mistakes. Then you can pick a beginning level pattern and receive assistance in starting the project.
Intro to Brioche Knitting
When: Fridays, June 21 & 28, 10-Noon
Cost: $30 (plus kit fee)
Join us to learn how to make a beautiful Brioche Cowl. This technique creates an underside that is just as beautiful as the top side and can be worn with either side out. It is easier to make than it looks, but experience with the basic knitting stitches is a must. Anyone who has completed the Beginning Knitting Class or has made several knitting projects will find this a fun class.
Beginning Needlepoint Painted Canvas
When: 1st or 3rd Tuesdays of June, 1-3pm
Cost $15 plus supplies for 1st 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 schedule an appointment with her for additional assistance on your project. You can start on either of the above dates.
Projects
We are trying to get more stitching groups started so bring a friend, bring your project, or purchase a new project for open stitching. This is for new and existing group members. Share your experiences and learn from each other. All Stitching Groups are free.
Weekly Groups
Tuesday: Beading, 2nd & 4th Tuesday, 10am to Noon
Tuesday: Painted Canvas, 2nd & 4th Tuesday, 1-3pm
Wednesday: Crochet/Knitting/Weaving, Wednesdays, 10am to Noon
Friday: Weaving, 2nd Friday 3-5pm
Saturday: Beading, 2nd & 4th Saturday, 10am-Noon
Saturday: Open Knitting/Stitching, Saturdays 1-4pm
Saturday: Weaving, 4th Friday 3-5pm
Community Stitching on 4th Thurs, 1-3pm
Do you have 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. Everyone is welcome to join. If you can’t attend but would like to contribute supplies (fabric, quilt batting 5” squares, threads, fabrics, yarns, etc) or finished stitched pieces or have any questions, please call 319-362-3271. You may drop off supplies at any time.
Kids Can Stitch Too
First Saturday of the Month
1-3 pm – Cost $15
This is a fun time that kids can learn some of the basic skills and make a small project. Parents are welcome to stay with their child, if they choose. See the listing below of techniques being offered.
Crochet: June 1
Cross Stitch: July 6
Needlepoint: August 3
Beading: September 7
Embroidery: October 5
Take a Class
Beginning Classes (no prior experience needed)
Learn a new or refresh your skill at any of our beginning level classes. Call 319-362-3271 to reserve your space.
Beginning Crochet
When: Mondays June 3, 10, 17, 24 6-8 pm (4 sessions)
or Saturdays, 10-noon July 6, 13, 20, 27 (4 sessions)
Cost: $60 (plus supplies)
This is a four-session class. Students will learn about threads/yarns and crochet hooks and learn the basic stitches to create both a square and a circular pattern. Then you can pick a beginning level pattern and receive assistance in starting the project.
Beginning Knitted Socks
Skill Level: Knowledge of basic knitting
When: Tuesday June 4, 11, 18, 25 3-5pm (4 sessions)
Cost: $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 Tunisian Crochet
When: Fridays, June 7, 14, & 21, 1-3pm
Cost: $45 (kit fee)
This is a 3-session class where you will learn the basics of Tunisian or Afghan Crochet. We will be making a small project to learn the basic stitches. The second session will be exploring several of the more decorative stitches. At the third session, you will receive assistance in starting on a project of your choice.
Beginning Embroidery
When: Thursdays, June 13, 20, 27 & July 11, 10-Noon
Cost: $75 (plus kit fee)
This is a four-session class. 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.
Beginning Knitting
When: Saturdays, June 15, 22, 29, & July 6, 10-Noon
Cost: $60 (plus kit fee)
This is a four-session class. Students will learn to cast on & off, knit, purl, yarn over, increase & decrease. You will learn to read charts and patterns and learn how to identify and fix your mistakes. Then you can pick a beginning level pattern and receive assistance in starting the project.
Intro to Brioche Knitting
When: Fridays, June 21 & 28, 10-Noon
Cost: $30 (plus kit fee)
Join us to learn how to make a beautiful Brioche Cowl. This technique creates an underside that is just as beautiful as the top side and can be worn with either side out. It is easier to make than it looks, but experience with the basic knitting stitches is a must. Anyone who has completed the Beginning Knitting Class or has made several knitting projects will find this a fun class.
Beginning Needlepoint Painted Canvas
When: 1st or 3rd Tuesdays of June, 1-3pm
Cost $15 plus supplies for 1st 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 schedule an appointment with her for additional assistance on your project. You can start on either of the above dates.
Projects
Beaded Ornament
When: Saturdays June 1, 1-3pm
Cost: $15 (plus kit fee)
Join us to get a head start on our Christmas Ornaments for 2019. We will be working with a netted ornament using some of the crystal and fire-polished beads. Then we will learn how to add our personal touch to make the ornament a one-of-a-kind ornament for your Christmas tree.
When: Saturdays June 1, 1-3pm
Cost: $15 (plus kit fee)
Join us to get a head start on our Christmas Ornaments for 2019. We will be working with a netted ornament using some of the crystal and fire-polished beads. Then we will learn how to add our personal touch to make the ornament a one-of-a-kind ornament for your Christmas tree.
Crochet Hippo
When: Wednesdays, June 5 & 12, 1-3 pm
Cost: $30 (plus kit fee)
Crochet a lovely hippo for your favorite child, grandchild, or keep it for yourself. Knowledge of basic crochet stitches required. We will work on the body parts during the first session and then stuff and assemble during the second session.
When: Wednesdays, June 5 & 12, 1-3 pm
Cost: $30 (plus kit fee)
Crochet a lovely hippo for your favorite child, grandchild, or keep it for yourself. Knowledge of basic crochet stitches required. We will work on the body parts during the first session and then stuff and assemble during the second session.
Beaded Bracelet
When: Mondays, June 17, 1-4pm
Cost: $15 (plus kit fee)
Create an interesting bracelet, no prior beading skills required. We will be using a variety of stone, crystal, pearls, and seed beads for this bracelet. You may include part or all of these types of beads to create your own very personal bracelet. You will have the option of making a single strand or multi-strand bracelet.. Choose from a variety of colors. Bring a friend and receive a discount of 2 for $25 for the class fee.
When: Mondays, June 17, 1-4pm
Cost: $15 (plus kit fee)
Create an interesting bracelet, no prior beading skills required. We will be using a variety of stone, crystal, pearls, and seed beads for this bracelet. You may include part or all of these types of beads to create your own very personal bracelet. You will have the option of making a single strand or multi-strand bracelet.. Choose from a variety of colors. Bring a friend and receive a discount of 2 for $25 for the class fee.
Knitted Dog
When: Wednesdays, June 19 & 26, 1-4pm
Cost: $30 (plus kit fee)
Knit a dog for that special child in your family. This is a two week class and will have homework between so the assembly can be worked on in the second class. If you need a refresher in these techniques, you are welcome to come to the Open Knitting from 10-noon prior to the class. The dog is an intermediate class. Prerequisites: knowledge of basic stitches and experience of knitting with double-points or magic loop.
When: Wednesdays, June 19 & 26, 1-4pm
Cost: $30 (plus kit fee)
Knit a dog for that special child in your family. This is a two week class and will have homework between so the assembly can be worked on in the second class. If you need a refresher in these techniques, you are welcome to come to the Open Knitting from 10-noon prior to the class. The dog is an intermediate class. Prerequisites: knowledge of basic stitches and experience of knitting with double-points or magic loop.
Elizabeth Zimmerman’s Surprise Sweater
When: Saturdays, June 22 & 29 or July 20 & 27, 1-3pm
Skill Level: Knowledge of basic knitting
Cost: $60 (plus kit fee)
Join us for Elizabeth Zimmerman on any Saturday. Create an easy to knit sweater using the method established by Elizabeth Zimmerman. Knowledge of the knit, increases and decreases is needed. Sizing is determined by needles and yarn used. When you are through, you stitch up two seams and you have a completed cardigan sweater.
When: Saturdays, June 22 & 29 or July 20 & 27, 1-3pm
Skill Level: Knowledge of basic knitting
Cost: $60 (plus kit fee)
Join us for Elizabeth Zimmerman on any Saturday. Create an easy to knit sweater using the method established by Elizabeth Zimmerman. Knowledge of the knit, increases and decreases is needed. Sizing is determined by needles and yarn used. When you are through, you stitch up two seams and you have a completed cardigan sweater.
Applying Pattern Stitches to Socks
When: Friday, July 19, 1-4pm
Skill Level: previous experience knitting socks
Cost $20
If you enjoy knitting socks and are getting tired of just the basic, no “frills” pattern, come join us and we will learn how to adapt different patterns to turn that basic sock into a prized sock design. We will discuss working the patterns for either to-up or top-down patterns
When: Friday, July 19, 1-4pm
Skill Level: previous experience knitting socks
Cost $20
If you enjoy knitting socks and are getting tired of just the basic, no “frills” pattern, come join us and we will learn how to adapt different patterns to turn that basic sock into a prized sock design. We will discuss working the patterns for either to-up or top-down patterns
Knit-along Felted Bag
When: Saturdays, June 22 1-4pm
Skill Level: Knowledge of basic knitting
Cost: $60 (plus kit fee)
This Knit-along can be worked completely on your own or you may join us for the Knit-along Kick-off on June 22. We can meet on any of the following Saturdays during Open Knitting/Stitching to either work on the project or we will just be here to answer any of your questions and give you tips to make your knitting easier.
When: Saturdays, June 22 1-4pm
Skill Level: Knowledge of basic knitting
Cost: $60 (plus kit fee)
This Knit-along can be worked completely on your own or you may join us for the Knit-along Kick-off on June 22. We can meet on any of the following Saturdays during Open Knitting/Stitching to either work on the project or we will just be here to answer any of your questions and give you tips to make your knitting easier.
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