Dynamics of GAUGE

CLASS DATE/TIME:
June 22nd
1 – 5pm

Don’t see the purpose of knitting a gauge swatch?
Let me explain the dynamics of gauge, why it’s so important, and the factors that affect your gauge swatch as well as the finished fabric of your project.

• Swatch flat
• Swatch in the round
• Swatch in pattern
• Blocking your swatch
• Tips + tricks for counting your swatchSWATCHING MATTERS!!

CLASS FEE: $25

LOCATION: Firebrunette Knits Studio
751 S George Washington Blvd, Wichita, KS 67218

MATERIALS
Yarn: worsted weight, 100g of either wool, superwash, or a blend
Needles: sizes US 6-9, in a mix of different needle materials; wood, metal, carbon, resin, whatever you have in your needle arsenal.
The more needles you bring to choose from the more you will learn about how they can affect your gauge.
Notions: 

• set of size 4 double point needles
• crochet thread in a contrasting color to your yarn
• darning needle
• scissors
• gauge ruler (not a soft measuring tape, I will have some for sale if you do not have one)
• split markers

Call or email to reserve your spot, 316.351.8515 firebrunetteknits@gmail.com
*Payment must be paid 7 days prior to the class date
*No refunds unless the class is canceled by the instructor

Fixing Mistakes

CLASS DATE/TIME:
June 29th
11am – 2pm

No matter your skill level, we ALL make mistakes in our knitting.
The confidence that comes when you learn a few tricks to keep your knitting on track will astound you!
Mistakes help us work smarter, not harder. Don’t let mistakes hold you back,
come and let me build your confidence in your knitting skills, you can do it!

Skills required: Basic knitting (cast on, knit, purl)

You’ll learn how to fix:

• a dropped stitch in garter
• a dropped stitch in stockinette (on the knit and purl side)
• dropped stitches at the edge of a row
• missed yarnovers
• missed increases + decreases
• unfinished stitches

Class Prep REQUIRED:
Arrive at class with three completed swatches approximately 4″x4″ in a smooth, light-colored, worsted-weight yarn:
Swatch 1: garter, do not bind off, leave on a needle
Swatch 2 & 3: stockinette, do not bind off, leave on needle

I recommend that swatches be worked on circular needles.

SWATCHING MANDATORY!!

CLASS FEE: $25

LOCATION: Firebrunette Knits Studio
751 S George Washington Blvd, Wichita, KS 67218

Tools to bring to class: 

• set of  double point needles one size smaller than your knitting needles
• crochet hook same size as your knitting needles
• darning needle
• split markers
• notepad + PENCIL

Call or email to reserve your spot, 316.351.8515 firebrunetteknits@gmail.com
*Payment must be paid 7 days prior to the class date
*No refunds unless the class is canceled by the instructor

I had a number of people with interest, but the start date just snuck up on us!
So, to give people a little more time I am changing the start date for the Harley class at Picket Fence Quilt Co.

Five 2 hour sessions
$70 + pattern and supplies
Saturdays: 4/27 1-3pm, 5/11 1-3pm, 6/8 10am – 12pm, 6/29 1-3pm and TBA

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/harley-3

Harley by Jenny Williams: top-down, in the round, woman’s sizes, cables with or without a cable needle, learn to read a cable chart,
Looking for a sweater with a little more interest than the Flax?
This sweater will introduce some of the same top-down, in-the-round, seamless sweater basics while teaching you some basic cable techniques as well. (Did someone say, “No cable needle required”?!?)
Skills required: Basic pattern reading skills, knit, purl, increases, decreases, use of DPN or magic loop
Advanced Beginner

CALL OR STOP IN TO REGISTER FOR CLASS

CALL OR EMAIL TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT
316.351.8515
firebrunetteknits@gmail.com

CLARA by Jennifer Wood

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE CLARA ON RAVELRY

CLASS DATES/TIMES: 4 sessions
Saturdays
May 25th, 1:30-4pm
June 22nd, 10am-12pm
July 13th, 10am-12pm
July 20th, 1:30-4pm

OR

Wednesdays
May 29th, 2:30-5pm
June 26th, 3-5pm
July 17th, 3-5pm
July 24th, 2:30-5pm

CLASS FEE: $70

LOCATION: Firebrunette Knits Studio
751 S George Washington Blvd, Wichita, KS 67218

Sizes:
Choose a size that is close to your actual measurement or slightly larger <2″ ease
Finished bust: 30.75 (33.75, 36.75, 39, 42, 45, 48, 51,
54, 57, 60)”/76.5 (84, 91.5, 97.5, 105, 112.5, 120,
127.5, 135, 142.5, 150) cm. Modeled size is 33.75”/
84 cm with no ease at the bust.
Materials:
Yarn: Fingering or Sport Weight
925 (1000, 1130, 1205, 1325, 1415, 1555,
1640, 1770, 1875, 1960) yds
Needles: Size 3/3.25mm 24″/60 cm (or longer)
circular needle and set of 4 or 5 double-pointed
needles.
Other: Stitch markers, stitch holders or waste yarn,
tapestry needle
Gauge: 24 sts and 30 rows = 4″/10 cm in Stockinette
Stitch.

SOLDOTNA CROP by Boyland Knitworks

Click here to purchase Soldotna on Ravelry

The Soldotna Crop is a top-down circular yoke sweater that features stranded colorwork. I designed this sweater with Portland’s unpredictable spring weather in mind. I look forward to layering this little top over linen dresses as well as high-waisted skirts and pants. The design can easily be lengthened if crops aren’t your style, instructions are included in the pattern. This design is simple enough for an adventurous beginner, yet still engaging for advanced knitters. Best of all, the cropped length and sleeveless style make this a super quick and gratifying project. The body length is easily adjustable, keep in mind changes will alter the yardage required.

CLASS DATES/TIMES: 3 sessions
May 25th, 10am-1pm
June 15th, 10am-12pm
July 6th, 10am-12pm

CLASS FEE: $60

LOCATION: Firebrunette Knits Studio
751 S George Washington Blvd, Wichita, KS 67218

MATERIALS
Yarn: DK weight
Local yarn dyers Daisy Hill Yarns, Coast to Coast Yarns are available at Picket Fence Quilt Co

Yardage: Note that yardage is estimated and may vary depending on yarn used, gauge variations or modifications.
C1: 182 (205, 225, 270, 304, 342, 380) yards

C2: 154 (173, 190, 230, 256, 288, 320) yards

C3: 63 (70, 80, 92, 104, 117, 130) yards

C4: 82 (92, 105, 120, 136, 153, 170) yards

Colors used in sample:
C1: Moto (brown)
C2: Palm (light teal)
C3: Aloe (deep teal)
C4: Peach Halo (cream/ peach variegated)

Sizes:
Measurements given are for the finished garment. This sweater is designed to fit with 2-4.5”  of positive ease at the bust and 1” of positive ease at the upper arm.
See size chart on page 5 for complete fit details.

Finished circumference at bust: 32.75 (36.5, 40, 44.5, 48, 52.5, 56)”

Sample pictured is a size M on a model with a 36” bust, worn with 4” of positive ease.

XS, S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X
Finished circumference at bust:
32.75 (36.5, 40, 44.5, 48, 52.5, 56)”
Finished sleeve circumference at upper arm:
11 (11, 11.5, 13, 14.5, 16, 18)”

Needles (suggested sizes)
Main: US 5 [3.75 mm]
RIbbing: US 3 [3.5 mm]

Gauge:
22 sts and 26 rounds over 4” [10 cm] after blocking with main needle in colorwork pattern.

You should always knit your swatch the same way that the pattern is knit—in this case, in the round. Block your swatch as you will your finished garment and allow it to dry fully before measuring.

Notions:
stitch markers, scrap yarn, darning needle

We have a studio!!!

Diana Collins and I have decided that our creativity & production needed a boost in a new space!

Our studio space is located in THE STUDIO at 751 S George Washington Blvd Wichita, KS 67211

UPDATE!!
Check the dates/times of classes, there have been a couple of changes.
– Flax will begin May 11th instead of May 4th
– Harley class time on June 8th will be 10am-12pm
– Double Knitting Monday afternoon dates: 4/22, 4/29, 5/6
– Building with Lace begins June 10th

UPDATE!!
Check the dates/times of classes, there have been a couple of changes.
– Flax will begin May 11th instead of May 4th
– Harley class time on June 8th will be 10am-12pm
– Double Knitting Monday afternoon dates: 4/22, 4/29, 5/6
– Building with Lace begins June 10th

2019 Class Schedule

Class Policies

􀁹 Class pre-registration is a must

􀁹 Class sizes are limited – enroll early

􀁹 To reserve your spot please pay when registering

􀁹 Tuition is nonrefundable

• If we have to cancel the class your class fee will be refunded

􀁹 Make-up classes are available for $10/hr

􀁹 Supply list is provided when enrolling

Purchase materials before class day.

􀁹 Please be on time as classes begin on time

􀁹 Everyone is required to have a book or pattern

No sharing due to copyright laws. This includes “guests”.

Next Step Brioche

Two, 3-hour sessions:
Saturday, March 9th 3 – 6pm
Saturday, March 30th 10am – 1pm

This class is for those that have worked the basic brioche stitch, flat or in the round, single or two color, and are ready to learn to increase & decrease, creating shapes and patterns within the brioche fabric.

We will be using the Staghorn pattern from Fresh Brioche by Nancy Marchant (brioche guru), and worsted weight yarns.

Spring 2019 Classes – Pictures for new classes to come

• Beginning Socks
  • Three 2 hour sessions
  • $45 + supplies, pattern provided in class
  • Thursday evenings, 6 – 8pm:
    4/4, 4/18, 5/9

• Beginning Knitting
  • Four 1.5 hour sessions
  • $40 + supplies, pattern provided in class
  • Fridays: 2:30 – 4pm
    4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26
    OR
    5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24

• Double Knitting: Double knitting creates a thick, reversible, double-sided colorwork fabric by working both sides of the fabric at once. In this class, you will learn to knit a cute buffalo plaid using the basics as well as tips and tricks to work flat and in the round double knitting.
  Included: chart reading, keeping your edges clean, how to fix the most common mistakes
  • Advanced Beginner
  • Three 2 hour sessions
  • $40 + supplies, pattern provided in class
  • Monday evenings, 6 – 8pm: 4/22, 4/29, 5/6
    OR
    Thursday evenings, 6 – 8pm: 5/23, 5/30, 6/6

• Toe-up Socks: Using a pattern with heel flap construction, using either magic loop or two circular needles you will knit toe-up socks that fit! Two at a time is an option, the pattern is a bit of a recipe to work with all yarn weights + foot sizes, based on your gauge.
  Skills required: successful sock knitting experience, pattern reading a must
  • Advanced Beginner
  • Three 2 hour sessions
  • $45 + pattern and supplies
  • Thursday evenings, 6 – 8pm:
    4/11, 4/25, 5/16
    OR
    Mondays, 1 -3pm: 5/13, 5/27, 6/10

• Harley by Jenny Williams: top-down, in the round, woman’s sizes, cables with or without a cable needle, learn to read a cable chart,
  Looking for a sweater with a little more interest than the Flax?
  This sweater will introduce some of the same top-down, in-the-round, seamless sweater basics while teaching you some basic cable techniques as well. (Did someone say, “No cable needle required”?!?)
  Skills required: Basic pattern reading skills, knit, purl, increases, decreases, use of DPN or magic loop
  • Advanced Beginner
  • Five 2 hour sessions
  • $70 + pattern and supplies
    • Saturdays, 10am – 12pm: 4/13, 6/8
      1 – 3pm: 4/27, 5/11, 6/29

• Flax by Tin Can Knits: top-down, in the round, huge size range, worsted weight
  Have you knit more scarves, shawls, and hats than you can shake a stick at?! Now it’s time for a sweater! With the huge size range of Flax in worsted weight yarn, you can choose the size from newborn to 4XL and learn all the same techniques; top-down, in-the-round, seamless construction.
  Skills required: Basic pattern reading skills, knit, purl, increases, decreases, use of DPN or magic loop
  • Advanced Beginner
  • Four 2 hour sessions
  • $60 + supplies, pattern free online
  • Saturdays, 10am – 12pm:
    5/11, 5/18, 6/1, 6/29, 7/20

• Building with Lace by Skacel/Knit Purl Hunter: lace building skills, including nupps + beads, chart reading
  • Intermediate
  • 9 sessions, every 2 weeks
  • $108 + book and supplies
  • Every 2nd + 4th Mondays of the month, 10am – 12pm, starting June 10th
    

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Call or stop in at Picket Fence Quilt Co to register

BRIOCHE WORKSHOP

Thursday, Feb 21st + Friday, Feb 22nd
5:30 – 8pm both nights $40 + Supplies
Learn the ever-so-popular brioche stitch technique in knitting; flat and in the round using two high contrasting colors.
You can choose from a cowl or infinity scarf, directions given for both in the pattern available on Ravelry.
http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/chevelle-ss-brioche-cowl-infinity-scarf

Next Step Brioche

Two, 3-hour sessions:
Saturday, March 9th 3 – 6pm
Saturday, March 30th 10am – 1pm

This class is for those that have worked the basic brioche stitch, flat or in the round, single or two color, and are ready to learn to increase & decrease, creating shapes and patterns within the brioche fabric.

We will be using the Staghorn pattern from Fresh Brioche by Nancy Marchant (brioche guru), and worsted weight yarns.

Thank you!! I want to send out a huge thank you to all that were able to make it to the Heritage Hut Destash sale this past weekend. It was a great success, and a wonderful time with Mary + many friends we haven’t seen in a while. Hope to see more of you at local knit groups!! Fiber Fling Winter Retreat There is still time to sign up!!! We are hosting the winter retreat at Camp Mennoscah once again, only this time we are back in the big Retreat Center. More room, comfort, and a bigger kitchen/dining area. Plus, it’s closer to the river so walks are all that more enjoyable. Plenty of room for spinning wheels, table looms, rigid heddle looms, tons of projects, and TONS OF FUN!! We do a fun gift exchange, there is a Trash to Treasure table to bring your unwanted items to give/trade, and we usually have a great workshop of some kind. February 1st – 3rd $175 for 3 days/2 nights, food included Bring a friend and share a room. Call Picket Fence to reserve your spot now!!! 316.558.8899 More info on the website And don’t forget, the Fiber Fairy always visits with lots of goodies, tools, & gadgets! New Winter Knitting Classes ‘Tis the season for knitting!

January is here (faster than I was ready for) and the new knitting classes at Picket Fence Quilt Co start soon! Just a reminder, you must register ahead of time with Picket Fence Quilt Co by either calling 316.558.8899, or stop in to the shop on W Central at Ridge Rd. If you have any questions about classes, please do not hesitate to contact me directly. Class Info found on the website as well. Beginning Socks $40 + Supplies This one is coming up fast, but luckily we have plenty of great sock yarns + needles in stock. Plus, there is no prep work! Traditionally knit socks on double point needles using sock weight yarn, knit from the cuff down with a flap heel and wedge toe. Thursday Evenings Jan 10th, 24th, + Feb 7th     6 – 8pm Pattern provided in class. Beginning Sweater $60 + Supplies Great starting point in your sweater knitting/fitting expeditions. Basic drop shoulder sweater knit in pieces using worsted/aran/bulky yarn, knit to your gauge, and your measurements, then seamed together. 3 Classes, One Month Apart Saturdays     10am – 1pm Jan 12th, Feb 9th, March 9th Pattern provided in class. Beginning Knitting $40 + Supplies 4 Weeks in a Row Fridays Jan 11th, 18th, 25th, Feb 8th    1 – 2:30pm OR Saturdays Jan 12th, 19th, 26th, Feb 9th     1:30 – 3pm Pattern provided in class. Dorchester Pullover $70 + Supplies This pretty piece is knit using modular knitting for the front panel and a unique body/sleeve joining + construction. Very entertaining knit! Jan 19th, 11am – 1pm Feb 16th, 1 – 3pm March 9th, 1 – 3pm March 23rd, 1 – 3pm April 13th, 1 – 5pm Pattern Available through Ravelry Sinister Catdigan/ Dogdigan Sweater $65 + Supplies This sweater is just the cat’s meow (or dog’s woof)! Knit in the round from top down you will have colorwork knitting as well as steeking to cut open the cardigan at the end. No fear, it’s really a simple process. There is knitting prep for this class that you will need at least 2 weeks to complete, get signed up soon & I will contact you with prep instructions. This sweater involves A LOT of knitting so classes are spread a month apart. You will have the choice of working the steeked cardigan or the pullover version. I am converting it to a bulky version as well, currently working on the translation. AND THERE IS NOW A UTTERLY UNSINISTER DOGDIGAN CHART INCLUDED IN THE PATTERN Mondays Jan 21st, Feb 18th, March 18th     1 – 3pm April 15th      1 – 5pm Pattern available through Ravelry

We are looking forward to the start of 2019 here at Firebrunette Knits + Picket Fence Quilt Co.

Source: New Classes Starting VERY Soon, Fiber Fling Winter Retreat & A THANK YOU!

Need to have that one last chance to get what you left behind when Heritage Hut was closing? Now is your chance!!

Mary is clearing out the rest of the Heritage Hut inventory!!

Click for ALL information: LESS THAN 24 HOURS Until The Heritage Hut Destash Sale!!