CALL OR EMAIL TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT or REQUEST A CLASS 316.351.8515 firebrunetteknits@gmail.com

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I have been a knitting and crochet instructor since 2003.
All skill levels taught from learning to knit to advanced techniques such as colorwork, cable work, intricate lace, and everything in between.
I love my craft, I love sharing my knowledge, tips & tricks with other fiber enthusiasts to help them further their talents.
Individual or group lessons, $15/hour private lessons per student, groups of 3 or more discounted.

Want to learn something specific? Let me know!!

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Upcoming Classes

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As you may or may not have heard, our life is taking a leap west to Arizona in the next few months.
With the relocation and the new social distancing policies, I have decided to move all classes and lessons to a live, virtual platform.

More information below and on my Facebook Page. You can always email firebrunetteknits@gmail.com, text/call 316.633.3217 to reserve your spot. Payment is due prior to class.

EVENT + CLASS LISTINGS ON FACEBOOK

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June

Gauge Tips – online

3 hours
$25
Dates:
Saturday, June 6th, 12 – 3pm

Learn the how + why of gauge!
How do you make swatches, how do you measure gauge, how do you interpret gauge?
Why even do a gauge swatch, why worry about half a stitch, why is the fabric important?

Supplies:
– light color worsted weight yarn
– US 8 needles, dpn or 16″ circ
– a swatch or two from previous projects, if you have them

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Yarn Substitution – online

3 hours
$25
Date:
Tuesday, June 9th, 2 – 5pm

You don’t have the yarn called for in a pattern?
Not sure if the yarn you want to use will work?
How do you go about choosing a different yarn for a project?
Can you substitute DK weight for a Worsted weight?
Can you use a cotton instead of a wool?
There are some simple things you need to know to help you substitute yarns in a project.

Supplies:
– Notebook
– pencil
– any patterns or yarns you may have questions about

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Baby Surprise Jacket (BSJ)
by Elizabeth Zimmerman – online

4 Sessions
$60
Dates:
Mondays
June 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd
3 – 5pm

The jacket is knit in a single piece with just two seams that run across the shoulders and down the length of the sleeves. It includes extra ease across the back of the garment to fit well over a nappy (diaper).

Commonly referred to as the “BSJ”, the baby surprise jacket is “a very entertaining piece of knitted engineering”

Materials:
3 oz. of baby wool (6 sts to 1”) (sport-weight to dk)
or
2 skeins Fisherman Yarn (5 sts to 1”) (dk to worsted)

1 pr. needles in the size to give you either of these gauges.

Baby Surprise Jacket by Elizabeth Zimmermann

There are a million and one ways to purchase the pattern through Schoolhouse Press, follow the link above to the Ravelry page for all the information.
If you are interested in someday knitting the Adult version of this sweater I would highly recommend knitting this smaller version first.

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Beginning Lace

$40
Thursdays, June 4th + 11th
6 – 8pm

Feather & fan stitch border and the lovely Diagonal Fern Lace center makes a beautiful squishy cowl.
Learn the basics of lace knitting; chart reading, line reading, written instructions, lace pattern reading tips and tricks abound!

Materials needed are listed in the pattern.
The pattern can be purchased on Ravelry, https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/feathers–fern-cowl

Learn the basics of lace knitting; chart reading, line reading, written instructions, lace pattern reading tips, and tricks abound!

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Cables Untangled – online

4 hours
$25
Date:
Saturday, June 13th, 10am – 2pm

Advanced beginner

Learn the basics of cables and some super neat tricks!
Cabling without a cable needle, repair a mistake cable, how to read a cable chart.

Supplies:
– worsted weight wool or wool blend yarn in a light, solid color
– US size 8 circular needle, or longer double points
– smaller size double point needles
– crochet hook or fix-it tool
– a few markers and removable markers

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SPECTRA ~ A Study in Short Row Techniques

$50
Dates:
Tuesdays June 16th, 23rd, + 30th  3 – 5pm

Learn the three most common SHORT ROW METHODS; Wrap & Turn, German, and Japanese, in one mesmerizing scarf, Spectra, designed by Stephen West.
This workshop will give you the tools to learn to substitute your favorite new method of short rows in most patterns.
Supplies:

Spectra Pattern Available on Ravelry, https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/spectra

Removable stitch markers

Supplies listed in the pattern

I am continuing with online, live classes! Here is the first round of classes based on the survey results. Thank you for helping me create classes for you! Over the years a lot of you outside the Wichita area have stated you’d love to take a class with me. Well, from here on out you will have your chance! If you are a knitter anywhere in the world you can join me for my upcoming live classes.  I love having new students, new classes, and inspiration. Haven’t taken a class with me before and you’re not sure what it’s all about? Don’t hesitate to contact me and we can walk through the general format together. THANK YOU so much for supporting me in these changing times!!  I am using Zoom, the app is simple to download and navigate on all devices. I also have access to Google Meet, Hangouts, and Skype for other options in one-on-one lessons. Click here to download Zoom ZOOM HELP Thank you, stay safe + HEALTHY!!

ONE HOUR VIRTUAL LESSON

EVENT + CLASS LISTINGS ON FACEBOOK

BOOK A VIRTUAL LESSON THROUGH FACEBOOK

Gauge Tips – online 3 hours $25 Dates: Saturday, May 16th, 10am – 1pm OR Monday, May 18th, 1 – 4pm Learn the how + why of gauge! How do you make swatches, how do you measure gauge, how do you interpret gauge? Why even do a gauge swatch, why worry about half a stitch, why is the fabric important? Supplies: – light color worsted weight yarn – US 8 needles, dpn or 16″ circ – two 5″ square swatches: one stockinette, one garter Yarn Substitution – online 3 hours $25 Date: Thursday, May 21st, 5:30 – 8:30pm You don’t have the yarn called for in a pattern? Not sure if the yarn you want to use will work? How do you go about choosing a different yarn for a project? Can you substitute DK weight for a Worsted weight? Can you use cotton instead of wool? There are some simple things you need to know to help you substitute yarns in a project.Supplies: – Notebook – pencil – any patterns or yarns you may have questions about Intarsia – online 3 hours $25 Date: Tuesday, May 26th, 1 – 4pm Learn how to simply, cleanly knit motifs + pictures into your projects. Great to know for horizontal color or yarn changes as well. And, did you know you CAN work intarsia in the round?? Yep! Supplies: – worsted weight yarn in two high contrasting colors – US size 8 small circumference knitting needles of your choice, ie dpns, two circs, magic loop – bobbins, if you have them, but not necessary Bolan – online 3 sessions + 1 check-in $60 Dates: May 23rd, 10am – 12pm June 6th, 10 – 10:30am June 20th, 10am – 12pm June 27th, 10am – 1pm Skills required: – advanced beginner knitting including pattern reading – chart reading helpful – lace knitting experience helpful – solid basics of reading your knitting and fixing mistakes This sideways knit and seamed summer top will be a great addition to your wardrobe! Simple lace design in a drapey fabric is flattering for all. You must purchase the pattern, available through Ravelry. Bolan on Ravelry by Leila Raven Published in Sparrow 2018Quince & Co. Suggested yarnQuince & Co. Sparrow Yarn weight Fingering (14 wpi) ? Gauge 20 stitches and 29 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch, after blocking Needle size US 4 – 3.5 mm Yardage 840 – 1680 yards (768 – 1536 m) Sizes available 43 (48½, 54, 59½, 65, 70½)” bust circumference June Baby Surprise Jacket (BSJ) by Elizabeth Zimmerman – online 4 Sessions $60 Dates: Mondays June 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd 3 – 5pm The jacket is knit in a single piece with just two seams that run across the shoulders and down the length of the sleeves. It includes extra ease across the back of the garment to fit well over a nappy (diaper).Commonly referred to as the “BSJ”, the baby surprise jacket is “a very entertaining piece of knitted engineering” Materials: 3 oz. of baby wool (6 sts to 1”) (sport-weight to dk) or 2 skeins Fisherman Yarn (5 sts to 1”) (dk to worsted) 1 pr. needles in the size to give you either of these gauges. Baby Surprise Jacket by Elizabeth Zimmermann There are a million and one ways to purchase the pattern through Schoolhouse Press, follow the link above to the Ravelry page for all the information. If you are interested in someday knitting the Adult version of this sweater I would highly recommend knitting this smaller version first. Cables Untangled – online 4 hours $25 Date: Saturday, June 13th, 10am – 2pm Advanced beginner Learn the basics of cables and some super neat tricks! Cabling without a cable needle, repair a mistake cable, how to read a cable chart.Supplies: – worsted weight wool or wool blend yarn in a light, solid color – US size 8 circular needle, or longer double points – smaller size double point needles – crochet hook or fix-it tool – a few markers and removable markers