With 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 email firebrunetteknits@gmail.com, text/call 316.351.8515 to reserve your spot. Payment is due prior to class.
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Upcoming Classes
2@ATime Socks – online
5 hours
$45 + Supplies
Date:
Wednesdays, August 5th, 6 – 8 pm + 26th, 6 – 9 pm
Two-at-a-time Socks:
– Cuff down
– Magic Loop
– Afterthought Heel
– Wedge Toe
Supplies: 100g sock yarn, split into two balls
– your favorite sock needle size in a 40″ circular needle
*previous SOCK KNITTING a must
Lady February – online
8 hours
$60 + Supplies as listed in the pattern available through Ravelry
Date:
Thursdays, August 20th, September 3rd, 17th + October 1st, 6 – 8 pm
This classic knit cardigan is a great first-time lace garment for advanced beginners as well as advanced knitters.
Easy to modify the sleeves for a more tailored fit and length, plus it works well with numerous weight yarns, all at the same required gauge, this is a really fun knit!
Pattern + Supplies list, plus a million project samples, available on Ravelry, https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/february-lady-sweater
Yarn Substitution – online
3 hours
$25
Date:
Saturday, August 8th, 10 am – 12:45 pm
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
Bolan – online
3 sessions
$70
Dates:
August 22nd, September 12th, + 26th, 10 am – 12:30 pm
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
Turkish Bed Socks – online
5 hours – one session with a 30 min break
$30 + Supplies as listed in the pattern available through Ravelry
Date:
Saturday, August 29th, 10 am – 3:00 pm
These socks by Churchmouse Yarns are perfect to wear with your clogs, Vans slip-on, Birkenstocks, just about any shoes that need a lower profile. I have not had them slip down and bunch up under my foot, which is a huge deal for me!
In this one day, live online workshop we are going to modify the pattern to make it seamless and the perfect fit for you!
Pattern available through Ravelry, https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/turkish-bed-socks
Supplies: – US3 DPNs or size to obtain gauge in pattern
– 50g heavier fingering weight/sport weight yarn, eg Koigu KPPPM or view all used yarns on the Ravelry pattern page here, https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/turkish-bed-socks/yarns
CALL OR EMAIL TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT or REQUEST A CLASS
316.351.8515
firebrunetteknits@gmail.com
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PREVIOUS CLASSES
July
Brioche Workshop – online
4 hours – 2 sessions
$40 + Supplies as listed in the pattern available through Ravelry
Dates:
Thursdays, July 23rd + 30th 6 – 8 pm
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 are given for both in the pattern available on Ravelry.
http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/chevelle-ss-brioche-cowl-infinity-scarf
*Intermediate Level Knitters
Finishing Workshop – online
3 hours
$25
Date:
Wednesday, July 29th, 5:30 – 8:30 pm
Yay! The knitting is done!
BUT…
…there are all those ends and seaming, and picking up stitches, blocking, and, and, and…
Let’s talk about the finishing touches, simple habits to form to give you a lovely, completely finished project you are proud to show off!
*Advanced beginner
August
Gauge Tips – Online
3 hours
$25
Dates:
Saturday, August 1st, 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
– a swatch or two from previous projects, if you have them
Learn Fair Isle – online
4 hours – 2 sessions
$40 + Supplies as listed in the pattern available through Ravelry
Dates:
Thursdays, July 9th + 16th 6 – 8 pm
Learn the basics of stranded, Fair Isle knitting in this cute and easy hat. Learn to manage yarns, carry floats, catch floats, and enjoy the rhythm of this traditional colorwork technique.
Find the pattern, supply list, + browse projects on Ravelry, https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/bousta-beanie
Skills required:
– advanced beginner knitting including pattern reading
– chart reading helpful
Effie Mittens – online
7 hours – 3 sessions
$50 + Supplies as listed in the pattern available through Ravelry
Date:
Saturdays, July 18th, 10 am – 12:45 pm, 25th, + Aug 1st, 10 am – 12 pm
These Selbu Mittens will be a lesson in traditional mitten construction and colorwork. Latvian braids + beautiful colorwork make these a joy to knit.
Pattern purchase available through Ravelry, https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/effie-8
*Intermediate knitters: must be comfortable knitting smaller circumference
Arte Nuova Sweater – online
9 hours – 4 Sessions
$80 + Supplies as listed in the pattern available through Ravelry
Dates:
Saturdays
July 18th, 1 – 4 pm, Aug 8th, 22nd, + Sept 5th, 1 – 3 pm
I love the angles of this sweater.
Arte Nuova is a lightweight, draped top, perfect for warmer months. It is worked top-down, in the round, featuring a hybrid raglan/yoke construction. Chevron cables run along each shoulder and down the outside of the sleeve and a section of intricate colorwork decorates the waist. This is engaging, motivating knit that yields an elegant and versatile finished garment.
Pattern and supplies linked through Ravelry, https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/arte-nuova
Early Bloomer – online
8 hours
$60 + Supplies as listed in the pattern available through Ravelry
Date:
Mondays, July 20th, Aug 3rd, 17th, + 31st, 3 – 5 pm
This DK weight shirt is knit from the top-down, in one piece, with a few little tricks to make the fit just right.
This is a great project for your first stranded colorwork project!
You can find the pattern and project examples on Ravelry, https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/early-bloomer-2
*Advanced beginner
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
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
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.
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!
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
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
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
SPECTRA ~ A Study in Short Row Techniques
$50
Dates:
Thursdays April 16th, 23rd, + 30th 6 – 8pm
Fixing Mistakes
$25
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!!
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
April
Ramble Brioche Shawl – NEW START DATE
$45
- Learn the most common forms of increasing, decreasing and how to read a brioche chart
This is a great start to shaping in brioche. Most of the shawl is knit in garter, then finished off with a simple yet stunning brioche pattern at the top edge. Knit in DK weight yarn, it knits up quickly and makes for a super squishy fabric.
January + February
Emiliana Mosaic Shawl
Dates: Fridays, 6 – 8pm January 31st, February 14th, March 6th $50 The interplay of two colors, mosaic knitting and color blocking make this shawl an enjoyable and fun knit. A fascinating effect of reversing the colors provides some extra interest. This large and cozy shawl will keep you warm and add an eye-catching, elegant item to your wardrobe. The mosaic motif is an easy to knit stitch pattern that is using slipped stitches and only one color per row. Emiliana is a triangular, sideways, bias knit shawl with a curved top edge. SIZE: along top edge: 235cm/92.5“ depth: 54cm/21.5“ adjustable YARN: Designed for fingering weight yarn in two contrasting colors. Allow approx. 420 yds / 380 m of each color. GAUGE: Is not critical for this project but differences will affect yardage requirements and the finished size. Gauge on sample: 18 sts x 36 rows = 10x10cm/4×4“ in garter stitch on 4mm/US6 needles after blocking. The pattern contains fully written out as well as charted instructions (English version). Pattern available for purchase, and required, https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/emiliana
Brioche Knitting
Wednesdays February 12th + 26th, 6-8pm $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 are given for both in the pattern available on Ravelry. http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/chevelle-ss-brioche-cowl-infinity-scarf
- Supplies:
- as described in the pattern
January + February
KNIT TO FIT – ALL SOLD OUT
Workshop date: FILLED – Saturday January 11th, 10am – 2pm $25 FILLED – Thursday, January 30th, 1 – 5pm FILLED – Saturday March 7th, 10am – 2pm Learn to knit sweaters that fit you!! Don’t we all want to bind off, slip on a sweater & jump for joy? No more panicked hours of endless knitting wondering if the item will fit a Yeti instead of a baby. This workshop will give you the tools to learn to knit to fit YOUR body. Learn to alter patterns, choose patterns for your body type, and TAKE YOUR ACTUAL MEASUREMENTS. This advanced beginner to advanced level class will introduce you to some fantastic methods to help you get the results you have been looking for! Sounds crazy? No! You can do it! Note: This is ONE 4 hour session with 2 10 minute breaks.
February
Crochet for Knitters
Join me to learn the basics skills of crochet that every knitter should know. Date: February 1st, 2 – 4pm $20
- Chain
- Single Crochet
- Slip Stitch
- Crab Stitch
- Double Crochet
March
Brioche Knitting – SOLD OUT
Saturdays FILLED – March 7th 2:30 – 4:30pm + 14th 10am – 12pm $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 are given for both in the pattern available on Ravelry. http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/chevelle-ss-brioche-cowl-infinity-scarf
- Supplies:
- as described in the pattern
Fixing Mistakes
DATES: Saturday, January 18th 1pm – 4pm 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
Mosaic Knitting
The simplest form of colorwork, slipping stitches to make a pattern. Mosaic has become an integral part of the knitting world and it really couldn’t be more gratifying. Great for the adventurous beginner! Date: January 9th, 5:30 – 8:30pm $25
- Supplies:Two high contrasting colors of worsted weight yarn, at least 50g each, preferably cotton or woolSize US 8 needles, straight or circular are fine
- Pattern will be provided in class
Fixing Mistakes CLASS DATE/TIME: September 28th 10am – 1pm
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
Brenton Point Class DATES: October 5th, 3:30 – 5:30pm October 26th, 10am – 12pm November 9th, 10am – 1pm December 7th, 10am -1pm CLASS FEE: $80 This is a great three season, lightweight sweater knit using Berroco Remix Light, a yarn free of animal fibers, and is made from recycled fibers. It works up beautifully in this stranded colorwork pattern. This is a great choice for those knitters that have a hard time with wool. Knit from the bottom up and seamless, you are highly motivated to get through the ‘boring’ stockinette to get to the simple + fun colorwork yoke. The yarn is available at Picket Fence Quilt Co in Wichita, half a dozen colors available now with the full line of colors arriving in mid September. Plenty of time to get that swatch done before class. Pattern available for free through the online knitting magazine, Knitty.com. http://knitty.com/ISSUEff19/PATTbrentonpoint/PATTbrentonpoint.php Supply list as given in pattern. To Register: Call, text, or email me directly to reserve your place in class. 316.633.3217 firebrunetteknits@gmail.com You will be emailed an invoice that you can pay with a credit card, or pay me directly in cash or check.
Alhambra Memories Shawl by Stella Egidi This gorgeous shawl is an exploration of technique and texture. Worked from the center out beginning with a provisional cast-on, the stranded colorwork is a good lesson in the knit back technique, then some basic techniques of picking up stitches and garter paired with a beautiful brioche pattern. Pick up stitches from the provisional cast on and start out on your second half, same as the first. All information for project materials, and to purchase the pattern, are available through this link: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/alhambra-memories Experience: Intermediate -Basic Knitting Skills -Basic brioche very helpful -Chart reading helpful Class Dates + Times: Saturdays 26 Oct 2019, Sat 1 – 3pm 9 Nov 2019, Sat 1:30 – 4pm 14 Dec 2019, Sat 1 – 3pm 4 Jan 2020, Sat 1 – 3pm Class Fee: $70 LOCATION: Firebrunette Knits Studio 751 S George Washington Blvd Wichita, KS 67212 Call, text, or email to register 316.633.3217 firebrunetteknits@gmail.com Payment due prior to class: cash, check, Paypal, Venmo, Facebook payments