4Corners Knitting
Discover Your Creativity!
Classes and instruction
New 2010 Class Schedule
Our new class schedule begins on Jan 16. Class fees will vary depending on the project and the number of sessions needed to complete it. You won't want to miss out, so don't forget to sign up as a member to be added to our mailing list.
We always offer personalized individual instruction to our customers if
desired, should you want to learn a new skill such as knitting or crochet,
we will be able to accommodate you any day that the shop is open for
business. We prefer that you call ahead to reserve a time or ask about
availability of a teacher, as usually there is only one person running the shop.
The charge per private lesson is $15 per hour. Each class will last
approximately 1 hour, according to how busy the shop is during your class.
Click here to see our class and store policies
Our future class offerings will be scheduled according to interest, so please register your vote on our poll.
Winter Class Schedule
Winter Class Schedule for 4Corners Knitting
Visit the store (22 Main St Narrowsburg 252-3688) for more information and photos of all projects.
CLASSES LIMITED TO 5 - RESERVE EARLY
Click for a downloadable copy of the schedule.
Beginning Knitting Classes
January Sessions: 16th and 23rd February Sessions: 13th and 20th
March Sessions: 13th and 20th
Beginning classes will be offered on Saturdays from 1 to 3pm. Classes will be scheduled for 2 sessions to give you a comprehensive knowledge of basic knitting techniques and you will be able to make a hat and scarf.
Fee: $0 This class is free. You will need to purchase some needles and yarn either when you register for the class or when you come in for the first session. Please pre-register to hold a place in class.
Session 1: Cast on, Knit stitch, Purl stitch, Bind off Rib and Stockinette stitch pattern
Session 2: Increase, Decrease, Yarn-over Seed stitch pattern, Moss stitch pattern
There will be homework after each session to prepare for the next session
Workshops
Fixing Mistakes Workshop
Jan 16th, Feb 6th, Mar 6th
10am to 12 pm
Skills needed: Basic Knitting Skills or completion of our Beginning Knitting Class.
This lesson will teach you how to "Read" your knitting, learn right side from wrong side of fabric, TINK and FROG your knitting , fix dropped stitches, correct mistakes without unraveling, change a knit stitch to a purl stitch and vice versa.
Class fee: $15 This is a one session class. Please pre-register to hold your place in class.
Materials needed: Light colored wool and recommended needle size. You must register ahead of time for this class as there is a swatch that needs to be made before the class begins.
February Project Workshop
Basic Sock Workshop
Have you wanted to learn to knit socks but feel overwhelmed by all those needles? Come and learn how easy this project is! This class is held over 3 weeks and will teach the basic anatomy of a sock, how to cast on and use double pointed needles, how to turn a heel, and how to graft using the kitchener stitch. You'll be making socks for everyone in your family!
Class fee: $25 plus supplies. Please pre-register to reserve a spot in class.
Materials needed: Please stop in for a supply list when you register for the class
Technique Classes
Do you want to improve your knitting skills and take charge of your knitting? These classes will help you do that. Learn new techniques and improve your knitting skills. These classes will be ongoing, so if you miss one the first time, it will be offered again in a few months.
Increases/Decreases Jan 30 10am to 12 pm
This class will teach you several new methods to Increase and Decrease, and give you ideas about how to use them in your knitting.
Class fee: $15 for a one-session class. Please pre register to reserve a spot in our class.
Materials needed: Light colored wool and recommended needle size.
Cast Ons/Bind Offs Jan 30 1pm to 3pm
This class will teach you several new methods to Cast On and Bind Off and give you ideas about how to use them in your knitting.
Class fee: $15 for a one-session class. Please pre register to reserve a spot in our class.
Materials needed: Light colored wool and recommended needle size.
Intro to Cables Feb 27th 1 pm to 3 pm
In this class you will learn basic cable stitches, and the knowledge to be able to make any kind of cable that you come across in a pattern. Soon you will be able to tackle intricate designs that you never thought yourself able to knit.
Class fee for this one-session class: $15. Please pre-register to reserve a spot in this class.
Materials needed: Light colored wool and recommended needle size.
Finishing Techniques March 27th 10am to 12:30 pm
After spending the time to knit your special project, you want to make sure that you can finish it correctly. This class will teach you how to weave in ends, seam together, graft live stitches, pick up stitches for knitting borders, etc. Make your project a work of art.
Class fee for this one-session class is $15. Please pre-register to reserve a place in class.Materials needed: Please stop in for a homework list before coming to class. There are swatches that need to be made before class begins
Why is making a gauge swatch important? March 27th 1 to 3 pm
Have you ever made a sweater only to find it doesn’t fit? Do you want to knit a project but want to use a different yarn? This class will teach you all you need to know about these things and show you how to be able to substitute any yarn in any pattern.
This is a one-session class Class fee: $15. Please pre-register to reserve a place.
Materials needed: Light colored wool and several different needle sizes, one in the recommended size and one each 2 sizes larger and smaller.
CLASS POLICIES
Registration and prepayment is required for all classes. You will be given a description of the class, any "homework" required for you to bring to the first class. We ask that you purchase your yarn and any patterns for the class at our shop.
In case of cancellation of a class by us, all students will be given a full refund, or an opportunity to reschedule the class. A student may receive a store credit for cancellations up to one week before the class. After that no refunds will be given. You may register by stopping in the shop, or by calling us at (845) 252-3688 and using your credit card. We prefer that you register at least a week in advance of the class to ensure sufficient supplies are available.
Class fees: Our standard fee is $15 for a one session course, $30 for a two-session course, and $45 for a three-session course. All sessions will include refreshments.
Fall Class Schedule
Saturdays: 1:00 - 3:00
October Sessions: 10th, 17th & 24th November Sessions: 7th, 14th, 21st
Beginning classes will be offered on Saturdays from 1 to 3pm. Classes will be scheduled for 3 sessions to give you a comprehensive knowledge of basic knitting techniques and you will be able to make a hat and scarf. Class fees are $35.00 plus materials for scarf and hat. Practice yarn and needles will be included
There will be no Beginning Knitting classes in the month of December
Register for this class
Are you stuck on one of your projects because of a mistake that you don't know how to fix? Come to the shop before shop hours on Saturday mornings and let us help you get back on track. Time: 10:00 to 11:00 am. Cost: $10.00 (free for members of the website)
October 10 & 17 Knitted Market Bag
This class will demonstrate how to make a knitted market bag that is contained in its own pouch. This bag is very popular, as you can carry it, folded, in your purse and take it out when necessary to carry your purchases. Join us to learn how to make this fun project!
Skills you will learn: short rows
Time: 10:00 to 12:30. Cost: $30 plus supplies.
Skills Required: basic casting on, knit st, purl st, increasing and decreasing
Register for this class.
Saturdays November 7, 14, and 21
10:00-12:30
Baby Surprise Jacket
If you've never heard of Elizabeth Zimmerman, then you are in for a treat with this class. She is the mastermind behind this extremely popular baby sweater, knit in one piece with very little seaming. With this class, you will be able to
knit up this sweater in a whole range of sizes from infant to adult, with various finishing techniques to personalize it. It is easy and fun.
This is an advanced beginner class. Cost for this 3 session class is $45 plus materials.
Skills Required: basic casting on, binding off, knit st, increasing and decreasing.
Skills you will learn: new increases, decreases, cast-ons and bind-offs.
Register for this class.
November 28 Holiday Ornaments
This is a one session class. Bring bits from your stash and some plastic grocery bags!
We have glittery yarns that would be wonderful for this project.
Register early to reserve your spot.
Time:1:00 to 3:00 pm Cost: $15.00
Skill requirements - basic K, increasing and decreasing. Skill you will learn - double point knitting Register for this class.
December 12 and 19 Mezza Luna Bag
This is a wonderful bag and a good time to try felting if you have never done so. This unique bag is fun to knit and teaches some new techniques that you may have never tried, such as provisional cast on, and short rows.
Time 1:00 to 3:00. Cost: $30 plus supplies.
Skills Required: Basic cast on, bind off, knit st, purl st. increasing and decreasing
Skills You Will Learn: Short rows, provisional cast on and basic felting.
Register for this class.
Don't forget our free Sit & Knit every Sunday from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Bring your current project to work on and socialize with other knitters. Refreshments served.
