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Discover the joy of knitting with classes in Chicago. Learn the art of knitting, explore different techniques, and create beautiful handmade garments and accessories.

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Stitch 'n' Brunch

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns @ 6054 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL

Every Sunday we host a pot-luck style brunch and craft circle. Bring your project, your favorite breakfast nibble and join other local crafters. You don't have to be a knitter or crocheter, if you weave, spin, bead, felt, or embroider - everyone is welcome! We don't discriminate.

All levels 18 and older
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Knit Tiny Sweater

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

These tiny sweaters are so cute and great for gift toppers, ornaments to don your tree or a tiny wine bottle cozy. In this 2 week class, you will learn how to make a tiny top down raglan sweater, cables and how to work with double pointed needles. Must know how to knit and purl. Pattern included. 

Intermediate 18 and older
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Knit Thrummed Slipper

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

When worn, these cozy slippers will make their own felted lining.  Thrum knitting is an old European tradition using unspun wool for added warmth. We will be using 100% american grown and dyed wool from Imerial Yarn Company with natural sliver roving for lining. Available in several colors. Materials not included, but you do get a 10% student discount on all materials you purchase while enrolled in class. Also included is a free one hour private...

Intermediate 18 and older
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Two Color Cable Workshop

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

Want to take basic cables to the next level? In this innovative class, Andi Smith of "Big Foot Knits" takes you step by step through the process and shows you how to create stunning colorful cables in this three hour workshop.  The class will cover: Which stitch patterns work best How to choose what colors to use How to work 10 different stitches Tips and tricks to make it all work  A list of supplies and materials will be provided...

Intermediate 18 and older
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Mosaic Crochet Ages 16+

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

We'll begin with rows of simple single crochet stitches, working with one color on a row at a time. The interlocking color patterns come from "dropping" long double crochet stitches from the working row to another row below. Understanding of basic single and double crochet stitches would be required. Emphasis will be on how to understand pattern designs and be able to complete Mosiac Crochet stitches. Sample patterns will be completed before students...

(83) Intermediate 16 and older
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$215

6 sessions

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Knitting Basics

Evanston Art Center @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL

Learn the basics to jump start your new knitting hobby: knit stitch, purl stitch, casting on, and binding off - by knitting small swatches with these techniques. Discover how to unknit to fix simple mistakes.  A beginner kit will be included with the class - one ball of yarn, a pair of knitting needles, and a tapestry needle for working in ends. Bring scissors, a tape measure, and a pencil.

(83) Beginner 18 and older
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$100
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Introduction to Sewing Basics

Evanston Art Center

Transform from into a more confident sewer by learning fundamental sewing techniques—whether you have a sewing machine, or simply a needle and thread. Explore and apply sewing basics through stitch-manipulation, pattern reading, mending and discussions.  Skill Level: Beginner  This interactive online class is presented via Zoom.  You will be emailed Zoom meeting instructions, including a unique URL and meeting ID, to join...

(83) Beginner 18 and older
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Learn to Crochet

Evanston Art Center

Learn the basic of crochet. Part 1: Chain and Single Crochet We will use to make a ripple stitch cowl, which combines the single crochet stitch with increases and decreases. You will learn how to adjust the size of the ripples to write your own pattern for future projects. No previous crochet experience necessary, but if you already crochet and would like to learn how to do the ripple stitch, feel free to join in.   Part 2: Double Crochet...

(83) All levels 18 and older
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Intro to Knitting II

Discovery Center @ 4318 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL

This is a continuation of Intro To Knitting.  Designed for students who have learned the slip knot, to cast on (co), and working the knit stitch (K or k).  Students will learn how to work the Purl Stitch (P or p), bind off (BO or ) which is finishing your project and how to add fringe to your knitting project.

(279) Beginner 16 and older
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Crash Course Crochet

Knit Nirvana @ 7453 W Madison St, Chicago, IL

Get started with the basics of crochet in two hours from our crochet expert and artist, Parvaneh. No previous crochet experience is necessary.

(1) Beginner 21 and older
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Intermediate Crochet

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

Learn to make your very own sweater, learn how to increase, decrease, and how do fancy stitch patterns in the sequel to the first time crochet class. Even if you haven't taken the beginning class, you know the basics of crochet and have done a few projects at home, you can learn to hone your skills to be an intermediate crocheter and take your craft to the next level in this 8 week course.  Materials list available on registration...

Intermediate 18 and older
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Beginning Hat Knit-Along

Knit Nirvana

Knit your first hat along with Judith. She will have several beginner patterns to suggest. Learn to work in the round, make decreases, and finish on double-pointed needles. This class is free with yarn and pattern purchase.

(1) Beginner 21 and older
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Knitting Tips and Tricks

Knit Nirvana

Sit at the feet of the Knitting Goddess, Katherine, and absorb her purls to take your knitting to the next level.  I took this class when she taught it at Tangled Web and it changed the way I approach my knitting.  This is well-worth your time.  

(1) Beginner 21 and older
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Learn to Crochet

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

In this class, you'll learn the basic crochet stitches (chain, slip stitch, single and double crochet). You'll also learn how to read a pattern, make the standard granny square, and how to crochet in the round. You'll get to make a bordered dish towel, a granny square scarf and a hat.   If you're especially quick, you can learn fun stitch patterns. Once you've completed these projects, you'll be able to stitch up any beginner or advanced beginner...

Beginner 18 and older
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Crochet a Mandala

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

Mandalas are a spiritual and ritual symbol in Hinduism representing the Universe. They are normally made out of sand and are meant to be swept away once they are finished.  We will be making a more perminent symbol that can be used as a blanket, rug or pillow covering to remind you that your world should be filled with beautiful crafty things! Basic crochet experience nessicary, some materials included. 

All levels 18 and older
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Get Your Crochet On - Off The Hook Snood

Wool and the Gang

Unravel with friends and learn a new skill at a Wool and the Gang Crochet Party!   Upon arrival you will receive your Off The Hook Snood kit that contains all the materials you will need including our Crazy Sexy Wool, a 12mm crochet hook and an easy-to-follow pattern that includes instructions for three difficulty levels -  ­beginner, easy and intermediate.   You’ll receive on-hand knitting help from our Gang of crochet experts...

(7) All levels 18 and older
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Tunisian Crochet

Knitche, Inc. @ 5221 Main St, Chicago, IL

Tunisian (or Afghan) crochet is a cross between traditional crochet and knitting, creating a highly textured and sturdy fabric appropriate for home décor. Skills taught: Tunisian Simple Stitch Tunisian Knit Stitch Slip Stitch Color changes Pre-requisite: Beginning Crochet or equivalent.

(2) All levels 13 and older
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Crochet Dragon Scale Eggs

Sifu Design Studio & Fine Yarns

Daenerys Stormborn Targaryen is not the only one with dragon eggs any more. Be the Khaleesi of your house and make your own dragon eggs.  The crochet technique is actually called crocodile stitch. Great for begineers and advanced crocheters alike. You will also learn about shaping and sizing to create your own dragon eggs! Some materials included. Basic crochet knowledge required.

All levels 18 and older
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Knitche University - Knit Level One

Knitche, Inc. @ 5221 Main St, Chicago, IL

Knitche University is a systematic skills-based approach to advancing knitting and crocheting expertise. In our Knit Level One class, the focus is on learning the basics - cast on, bind off, knit stitch, and purl stitch. Students in the 2-hour single session will practice each of these techniques multiple times on a swatch to develop confidence and muscle memory. Basic gauge and fiber information will also be covered. Note: Upon completion of...

(2) Beginner 18 and older
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Beginning Knitting: Knit a Scarf

Knitche, Inc. @ 5221 Main St, Chicago, IL

Learn the basics of cast-on, knit, and bind-off in this beginner class. For this class, we will work on a seasonally appropriate purse or scarf that will teach you all the basics. No previous experience is necessary.

(2) Beginner 13 and older
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$38

2 sessions

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