Classes at Llamas & Llambs

CLASSES & EVENTS

Spring Classes at Llamas and Llambs Boutique

Knitting Session All Levels   with Joanie Kintscher
When: 2nd and 4th Thursdays - 12:30 to 3:30pm
Cost: $35 per session

Beginning Knitting: Learn the basics then learn how to read a pattern, the different  stitch combinations like garter stitch, ribbing, stockinette. When to use straight , double point or circular needles. Choose a simple pattern and we’ll get you started on a hat, shawl or whatever you choose!    

Sock Class: Take all the worry out of sock making!  It’s so much fun and what a wonderful gift for loved ones. We’ll break it down to the cuff, turning the heel and finishing with grafting. 

Do you have a project that needs finishing?  We can help you with that too!  De-mystifying joining techniques and blocking.

Beginning Knitting for Kids with Gogi
When: 1st and 3rd Monday afternoons
Cost: $30.00 

Crochet Wire Jewelry with Terrie Henderson
Complete a 16" necklace with beads and wire!  It’s simple and elegant.
When: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays     12:30-?
Cost: $30.00 materials included

Beginning Weaving Plus!        3 days          Nadine Purcell
This is a comprehensive hands on class given once a month. You will learn EVERYTHING you need to know in order to weave on a 4 harness table loom. This is a great opportunity to learn from the experts.
When: Inquire for dates and times              
Cost: $130.00 - Materials included

Weaving on a Triangular Loom with Kathy
This is such a fun class, learn to weave on our triangular loom even if you are a beginner.  You will get all the basic instruction and shop time to complete your shawl. 
When: Inquire for availability
Cost: $50.00 + materials

Beginning Spinning  with Marilyn Milton
Learn the basics of fiber selection, preparation, spinning and plying on a wheel.
When: 2 sessions   2 1/2hrs. each  — dates and times TBD
Cost: $55.00 - materials included


• We are open 7 days a week Mon-Sat 10-5 and 11-4 on Sundays.  Closed Holidays.
• Pre-registration for all classes required. Tuition is non-refundable.
• Store credit is given for cancellations up to 48hrs. before class or forfeited if no show.
• Call 899-9141 or e-mail us at ladies@llamasandllambs.com with any questions or to reserve your place.

Class Schedule 2008

May

May 7 & 21 - Crochet with Wire - Terrie Henderson  12:30 pm -  $30

May 8 & 22 - Knitting with Joanie  12:30 - 3:30 pm - $35

May 9 - Kids Knitting with Mrs. V. (Gogi) - 3:30 pm - $35

May 10 - Knitting Group - 1:00 pm - FREE

May 23 - Drop spindle with Cindie Kitchin 12:00-4:00 - $35 - See details under Special Events below

May 24, 25 & 31 - Beginning Weaving Plus with Nadine and John Purcell - 10:00 am- 5:00 pm - $130

May 27 - Knitting Group -1:00 pm - FREE

June

TBA


Special Events

Friday May 23rd.  Learn to spin using a drop spindle.  You will use an inexpensive top whorl CD drop spindle and fiber provided by the instructor and included in the price of the class.  If you have a niddy noddy, please bring it, also if you have your own drop spindle and don't know how to use it, bring that too.

September 13th & 14th: ** Date change for the Donna Sakamoto Crispin Basketry Workshop!  We will be making a coiled, undulating seagrass basket approximately 8"x8"x8" using seagrass, iris leaves and day lily leaves to create a unique and unpredictable basket. Learn about gathering and preparation of natural materials.

Grower's Market Basket:  Learn how to plait and twine with round and flat reeds, making a rectangular basket  approximately 10"x 10"x 6" with a sturdy wooden handle.  We will add a few rows of iris or lily leaves for contrast.  You'll also learn the ancient craft of making cordage.  

The cost for this workshop is $75 plus materials.  We need a minimum of 6 students to finalize this event so please register as soon as possible.  For more information about Donna go to her website at www.donnasakamotocrispin.com.

 


National Spinning & Weaving Week is recognized at Llamas & Llambs each October with many demonstrators filling our lawn for this two day event.

The Lamb  special event