Knitting & Crochet Classes at Backstitches

SEP23: Beginner Fingerless Mitts (knitting)
- Oct 07, 2023 02:00 pm

SEP23: Beginner Fingerless Mitts (knitting) - Oct 07, 2023 02:00 pm

Are you interested in stretching your knitting muscles to include super cute mitts? This pattern includes sizes toddler all the way to adult large! It uses a combination of knits and purls for a bit of texture (and actually matches the beginner hat class we offer). In three classes, we will walk you through each step to complete one fingerless mitten.

Cost: $ 55.00

SEP23: Christmas Stocking (crochet)
- Oct 14, 2023 01:00 pm

SEP23: Christmas Stocking (crochet) - Oct 14, 2023 01:00 pm

Life gets hectic around the holidays with decorating, shopping and planning family get-togethers so don?t wait until the last minute to start your holiday projects. Handknit and crochet Christmas stockings are gifts your loved ones will treasure for years to come. The majority of the stocking will be knit/crochet in the round and working basic decreases, we?ll teach you how to turn the heel and close the toe. If you have made socks but just want to learn a few new techniques, check out what we?ll be teaching and join in on the fun. Pattern will be provided along with a coloring sheet so you can customize the stripes to make a truly unique stocking.

Cost: $ 55.00

SEP23: Universal Neck Scarf (knitting)
- Oct 28, 2023 10:00 am

SEP23: Universal Neck Scarf (knitting) - Oct 28, 2023 10:00 am

Let?s get started on gifts! This scarf is perfect for anyone on your list ? hence, the universal scarf! A good choice for female or male. You?ll learn how to incorporate the built-in I-cord edge; by the way, it?s as easy as pie! It?s the perfect accessory for fall, winter, and spring ? not too bulky and very stylish, AND ? the pattern is written in a small and large version

Cost: $ 40.00

SEP23: Carriage Blanket for Baby (knitting)
- Oct 28, 2023 12:00 pm

SEP23: Carriage Blanket for Baby (knitting) - Oct 28, 2023 12:00 pm

What new baby or Mom-to-be wouldn?t love this super cute mini blanket? It?s perfect as an easy cover-up in the car seat. Slip stitches, which we will teach you, provide just the right amount of texture for this one, while keeping the pattern simple!

Cost: $ 40.00

SEP23: Crochet 101
- Nov 04, 2023 01:30 pm

SEP23: Crochet 101 - Nov 04, 2023 01:30 pm

No crochet experience necessary and we will provide everything you need for the class! In this 2-part class, you will learn to chain, single crochet, double crochet, and half double crochet. As part of the homework between classes, you will complete a coaster for your coffee mug: better known as a mug rug! Materials: All materials will be provided.

Cost: $ 45.00

SEP23: Knitting Essentials: How to fix mistakes, use lifelines and seam your knits
- Jan 20, 2024 11:00 am

SEP23: Knitting Essentials: How to fix mistakes, use lifelines and seam your knits - Jan 20, 2024 11:00 am

Want 2024 to be your year to learn how to fix your mistakes? Whether you?re just learning something new or you?ve been at it a while, mistakes are inevitable. It?s how we react to our mistakes that determines whether or not we can learn from them. Instead of getting frustrated and upset, look at each new mistake as an opportunity ? to learn, understand and ultimately become a much better knitter! This class is designed to help newer knitters do just that.

Cost: $ 50.00