Sweater class in September

Yes, It will get cold again.  Already, some morning you can feel a bit chill.  Are you ready?  Do you have your sweaters planned for the Fall?  We have a class starting September 8 where you can knit your first sweater or make another great sweater with expert assistance.  I will be teaching this class and sharing all my designer tips and pointers.  I've been digging through raverly for patterns to share with my students.  Here are a few that I recommend for class.  You can sign up here.

Here are the choices: 

Over four weeks, we will learn about gauge, fit, customizing, seaming, pattern reading, fixing mistakes and so much more!

See you in class!  If you have any questions, just email me at marie@marieconnolly.com.  And yes, you can use your groupon for this class.  If you have a 201 groupon that you'd like to use before it expires in September.  Email me and I'll let you use it for this class.  Same price so great deal!

Baby Socks -- Free pattern

I'm not so much a sock knitter but occasionally I need a quick gift or instant gratification of baby things.  Although I don't have any small babies, I can still whip out a pair of socks for Oonagh in a jiffy.  Here is a free pattern that I designed for Stitch DC that is for newborn to 6 month old babies.  I used Aurora 8, a super soft washable merino, and size 6 needles so I had a pair knit in less than 2.5 hours!

Baby socks
Designed by Marie Connolly


Suggested Materials
50 yards of worsted weight yarn. (sample was knit with Aurora 8; one skein would produce two pairs)
US 6 double pointed needles (or circular needles if you prefer magic loop or two circulars)


Notes:
1. These socks are knit from the toe up in the round.
2. The pattern is written for double pointed needles but as long
as you indicate each needle divide, you can modify it to magic loop or two circulars.




Cast on using turkish cast a total of 16 stitches. Knit these stitches
Knit one more round. At this point you can divide the stitches as follows 

• needle 1: 8 stitches
• needle 2: 4 stitches 
• needle 3: 4 stitches

Start two increases as follows:
Round 1: needle 1: k1, m1, knit to last stitch, m1, k1; needle 2: k1, m1, knit to end of needle; needle 3: knit to last stitch, m1, k1
Round 2: knit all stitches
Repeat these two round once more. (24 total stitches as follows needle 1: 12 stitches; needle 2: 6 stitches; needle 3: 6 stitches)
Knit in the round for an additional inch.


The Heel
Build the gusset as follows:
Round 1: needle 1: k1, m1, knit to last stitch, m1, k1; needle 2: knit; needle 3: knit 
Round 2: knit all stitches
Repeat last two rounds until Needle 1 has 22 stitches.
Please note during this section, we are only increasing on needle 1.

Turn the heel:
Please note for the next section, we are only working needle 1:
Next round: knit 11 stitches, place marker, knit 2, k2tog, k1 TURN work
Next row: still working on needle 1: purl to marker, p2, p2tog, p1 TURN


Right side rows: *Turn. Slip 1, knit back to the gap, knit the stitch before and after the gap together. Knit 1. 


Wrong side rows: Turn. Slip 1, purl back to the gap, purl the stitch before and after the gap together. Purl 1.*


Repeat these two rows until you have worked all stitches on the gusset needle.
Note that you will have two more stitches on the heel/gusset needle than you started with.
Resume knitting around both needles and decrease away the excess stitches to bring the total back to 24 stitches.

Reset the needles so they are arranged as follows:

needle 1: 12 stitches
needle 2:  6 stitches
needle 3: 6 stitches
Knit one round 


Next round: needle 1: [k2tog] twice, k1, yo, k1, yo, k1, yo, k1, yo, [k2tog] twice; 
needle 2: [k2tog] twice, k1, yo, k1, yo; 
needle 3:k1, yo, k1, yo, [k2tog] twice


Purl one round 
Knit two round

Repeat last 4 rounds once more.   
Bind off loosely. Weave in the ends.


Repeat for second sock or knit two at a time 



Pattern Designed by Marie Connolly Published August. 2011
Pattern cannot be reproduced with permission and is designed for personal use only.
Photo credit: Mickie Gelling 

FREE PATTERN: Crazy 8 Cabled Cowl

This is a new pattern that we developed at the store for our Knitting 201 class.  Just wanted to share with everyone....

Materials:

Us 8 needle
200 yards of worsted weight yarn
Cable needle
Darning needle
Crochet hook


Abbreviations
C8F: slip 4 stitches onto cable needle hold in Front; k1, p1, k1, p1 from left hand needle; K1, p1, k1, p1 from cable needle.

C8B: slip 4 stitches onto cable needle hold in Back; k1, p1, k1, p1 from left hand needle; K1, p1, k1, p1 from cable needle

With waste yarn and crochet hook, provisionally cast on 32 stitches.

With main color, work as follows:

Row1: * k1, p1 repeat from * to end.

Row2: same as 1

Row3: same as 1

Row 4: C8F, [k1, p1]4x, C8B [k1,p1]4x

Rows 5,6,7: same as 1

Row 8: [k1, p1]4x, C8B [k1,p1]4x C8f


Repeat from row 1 until cowl measures 36 inches.
Work rows 1 and two again.
Leave on needles. Undo cast on and using three needle bind off to join two ends.

Pattern designed by Stitch DC
Published March 2011

Leggo of my scarf

After writing this out a couple of times last night for some customers, I decided I'd share it with the world.  It's a simple waffle knit pattern with applied icords for the edges.  It makes a very nice scarf for any guy.  Maybe Alan will get one in red this year. 

I made this scarf a couple of years ago in Supercashmere but wanted to reknit it in the new Blue Sky Suri Merino. 

Leggo my Scarf Pattern
Gauge: 5 stitches = 1" 
Needles: US 10
Yarn Requirements: 2 skeins of Blue Sky Suri Merino (164 yards each)
Abbreviations:
WYIB: with yarn in back
PW: purl wise


Finished scarf: 5" wide by 45" long

Cast on 25 stitches
Row 1: Slip 3 Purlwise WYIB, k1, * p1, k1 repeat from * to last 3 stitches, P3
Row 2: Slip 3 PW wyib, knit to last three stitches, P3
repeat rows 1 and 2 until 45" long or desired length.

Bind off loosely.
ENJOY! 

p.s.  store sample is on the needles and the fabric is a new addition at Stitch DC.  It's Alexander Henry's June Bugs. 

Tilli Tomas Yarn Tasting at Stitch DC

Getting ready for the event.  Oh and I posted a free pattern for an easy breezy lacy scarf on the blackboard.

Here it is for all of you....

Materials:
1 skein Tilli Tomas Mystery
US 10 needle

NOTE:  this scarf is knit the long way.  If you want an infinity scarf version, just join the round.

Cast on 88 stitches.  (join if you want an infinity loop version).

Row 1: Knit
Row 2: Purl
Row 3: *[k2tog]2x, [yo, k1]3x, YO, [k2tog]2x repeat from * across row
Row 4: Knit
Repeat rows 1-4 for desired length -- about 5"  ending on row 3, knit two rows.  and bind off.

What knit items do you have on your list for FALL/WINTER?

My list includes finishing a cashmere vest I started last summer, a few store samples (that I can wear too!), a sweater and mittens for each of the kids, a pair of handwarmers Alan when he is riding his bike around town.

Looking for some inspiration? We have so many classes this season. The classes are designed for anyone who know how to knit and purl. So if you just graduated from Stitch DC learn to knit classes, you can take these classes and feel confident. Or if you are an experienced knitter looking for tips on various techniques try the more advanced projects in our handwarmer or sweater classes.

Looking just for more fiber knowledge? Then try our yarn tastings. We have just a couple seats left in tomorrow night's Tilli Tomas affair. This is a ticket only event where guests will sample Tilli Tomas yarns and learn how to get the best BLING for your buck when using luxury yarns while we snack and enjoy some cocktails and cupcakes! As well as receive a 15% discount off all purchases during the yarn tasting. All guests get a goody bag too! Want to register, go here

KNITTING Hand Warmers
Knit some handwarmers for the winter or just holiday gifts. Patterns for all levels means that even if you just graduated from our Learn to Knit Classes you can still take this class.

Depending on which pattern you choose you will learn to knit in the round, read patterns, try some lace, twist a cable, or try some colorwork. .
CLASS: October 30, November 6, and 13 from 11:30 to 1 pm / $55 plus materials / REGISTER

This class is designed for anyone who knows how to knit and purl. The rest is what we go over in class! We meet Thursdays 11/4, 11, 18 and December 2 from 6:30 to 8:00 to learn new techniques, to encourage, to motivate, to inspire and of course to make a new sweater for WINTER 2010.   $70 plus materials (10% discount on all class materials) / REGISTER

Mega Cabled Scarf

Learn to Knit Cables in this crash course using one of Stitch DC most popular scarf projects. If you know how to knit and purl, this class is for you. The scarf is one long cable anchored with big pompoms. All you need is about 120 yards of Superchunky yarn and size 15/17 needles (all available at the store with a 10% class discount!) and you'll be half way thru the scarf by the end of class. October 26 / 6:30 to 8:00 / $40  / REGISTER

NEW CLASS: WARM HAND = KNIT HANDWARMERS

Knit some handwarmers for the winter or just holiday gifts. Patterns for all levels means that even if you just graduated from our Learn to Knit Classes you can still take this class.




I've chosen three patterns that range from easy easy to fair isle. Depending on which pattern you choose you will learn to knit in the round, read patterns, try some lace, twist a cable, or try some colorwork. Can't choose? Try two. The class is over three weeks so you have enough time to start a couple projects!



BEGINNER: (I know how to knit and purl and this may or may not be my first non-scarf project)
CABLED MITTS

INTERMEDIATE ( I know how to knit and purl and kinda know how to increase and decrease but want to improve my skills) VEYLA from YSOLDA

ADVANCED (I'm a confident knitter who wants to challenge and build my skills and pick up tips along the way)
ENDPAPER MITTS by Eunny Jang

CLASS: October 30, November 6, and 13 from 11:30 to 1 pm / $55 plus materials (materials are discounted 10%)  REGISTER ONLINE

September Classes

Back to school. The leaves will start to change soon. And the warm breezes will change to cool winds. Are you ready?

Stitch DC is stocking up for the Fall. We have new wools, silks, cottons arriving. We have more fabrics. And our class calendar is full of workshops for absolute beginners to uber crafty.

The full schedule is available here. We've made it easy to sign up online by going to the calendar. Or call us, to register and talk to someone.

Where to Start? Try one of our beginner or crash course classes.
Beginner Knitting

This is where we start. Also a great refresher course. Three sessions total. Learn to knit, purl, stockinette stitch, seed stitch, cast on, bind off. $80/plus materials.

September 12, 19, 26 / 1:30 to 3
Also Available:
A shorter class that makes a smaller project. Designed for busy Washingtonians, this class is two 1.5 hour classes. you'll learn to knit, purl, cast on and bind off. The projet is a fashionable hat with chunky yarn and bigger needles  September 11 and 18 / 2:15 to 3:45

Learn to Sew/Quilt
Ticker Tape Quilt: This is a perfect Learn to Sew and Quilt Class. Make a pretty quilt and learn the basic of sewing on a machine without the worry of fit. Kinda like your first knitted scarf!
Sept 8, 22 and Oct 6 / 6:30 to 8 /

Want to explore more techniques and projects? This is the knitting world beyond scarves. You know how to knit and purl. Now you can try to knit with two colors, make cables, improve your finishing, or just enjoy good company and fun patterns. These classes are just the ticket.

Felted Slippers. so pretty and quick. A great next step class for new knitters. Uber popular on Ravelry. This is a perfect next step class. Learn to read a pattern and do all those fun things like increase, decrease, seam, etc.  October 1, and 8 / 6:30 to 8:00 Register

SWEATERS ON MONDAYS: I've chosen three different patterns. One Easy for first time sweater knitters, one intermediate and one challenging. This class is designed for anyone who knows how to knit and purl. The rest is what we go over in class! We meet mondays in September (except Labor Day) from 6:30 to 8:00 to learn new techniques, to encourage, to motivate, to inspire and of course to make a new sweater for FALL 2010 /

Fair Isle Holiday Stocking: Start now and suprise the family with hand made Holiday Stockings stuffed with goodies. In class, you'll learn to knit a simple fair isle stocking with a snowflake or reindeer motif. For newer knitters, Fair Isle is knitting with two colors.  Sept 15, 29 and Oct 13 / 6:30 to 8:00 /

Cabled Wrap Sunday Knit Along:
Five Way Cabled Wrap: This versatile piece will become a wardrobe staple as a shrug, wrap, poncho, or stole. With so many ways to wear it, it's good value and will stretch your wearing options-so indulge in some soft, touchable yarn and buttons you love. There are probably more than five ways to wear this accessory-how many more can you come up with? / REGISTER

Learn to Knit lace: Take a class with reknown local designer Tanis Gray. She has thoughtfully picked out two lace shawl patterns. She'll walk you thru the trials of lace knitting.

Something to make you smile

Sometimes I find a pattern that just makes me laugh out loud.  This is one of those patterns.  Then as a teacher, I look further and think this is a great teaching project because you have lace work, color work, pattern reading, etc.  We have tons of cascade 220.  So enjoy, and maybe next time you come in you'll find a little monster in the corner of Stitch DC.  Here is the pattern too. 

Take a Class at Stitch DC in August

Come take a class this August at Stitch DC.

August is a fun time in the knit shop. Each day it seems like we get new fall arrivals that inspire us to make all sorts of winter woolens.

I have a full calendar of beginner knit classes and advanced technique classes to inspire you.

Here is a sampling of the classes. The full schedule is available here. We've made it easy to sign up online by going to the calendar. Or call us, to register and talk to someone.

Where to Start? Try one of our beginner or crash course classes.

Beginner Knitting

This is where we start. Also a great refresher course. Three sessions total. Learn to knit, purl, stockinette stitch, seed stitch, cast on, bind off. $80/plus materials.

August 14, 21, 28 / 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm

Learn to Crochet (crash course):
Learn to make a granny square, double crochets and chain all in about an hour! You'll be on your way to making gifts and blankets all in time for cooler weather
August 22 / 11:30 to 12:30 pm / $15

Want to explore more techniques and projects? This is the knitting world beyond scarves. You know how to knit and purl. Now you can try to knit with two colors, make cables, improve your finishing, or just enjoy good company and fun patterns. These classes are just the ticket.

Cabled Hat Class: So let's twist now! Learn to make cables, read patterns, read charts and make a hat for Fall.

Two 1.5 hour session / $55 plus materials / August 19 and 26 / 6:30 to 8:00 pm

Learn to Knit lace: This is an easy entry into lace knitting. Learn to knit a chunky knit cowl in the round. Easier than a Hat but just as fashionable. Learn to read charts, perfect the yos, ssk, k2tog, etc!
August 15 and 22nd from 2-4 pm / $55



Superb Seams Learn how to seam your garments. We'll explore the mattress stitch, grafting, three needle bind off and other finishing details. August 12 / 6:30 to 8:00 pm

Joy of Steeks: Do you know how to knit and purl? Ever wonder how to knit two colors to make hearts, snowflakes, reindeers, etc in your knitting? This class will show you how to read a color chart, offer tips to holding and knitting with multiple threads of yarn, and how to make a steek that you can then cut (yes, cut) your work to make a pretty fair isle coffee cozy. 8/31 and 9/7 / 6:30 to 8:00 pm / $55

Please note, class fees do not include materials. We offer a 10% discount on all class materials.

Mystery Quilt Along POST #3

Stomach flu with the kids prevented me from posted on Friday so Wednesday is the new Friday.  Gotta figure out what the new wednesday is.  I grew up on Long Island and according to Carvel.  "Wednesday is Sunday so maybe another post on Sunday." 

This long post is for Knitters Today.  Crocheters and Quilters I'll have a big post for you on Friday so get as many square ready as possible. 

Knitters...  How are the squares coming along.  I have two strips that we can now knit.  This is entrelac so you need to follow each row.  It does work but it's magic as it does.  Trust me...

MAKE 2  (each will measure 3inches  by 37.5 inches long)

NOTE: Work base triangles, followed by left side triangle, tier one, right side triangle and tier two. Work tiers one and two until desired length; end with one more tier one section, followed by the final tier triangles.

Base Triangles:
CO 10.
*Row 1: (RS) k1, turn
Row 2: and all WS rows: purl all sts in that section
Row 3: sl 1, k1, turn
Row 5: sl 1, k2, turn
Row 7: sl 1, k3, turn
Row 9: sl 1, k4, Do not turn.*
Repeat from * to * to end of row, turn.

Left side triangle
Row 1: (WS) k1, turn
Row 2: kfb, turn
Row 3: k1, p2tog, turn
Row 4: k1, m1, k1, turn
Row 5: k1, p1, p2tog, turn
Row 6 and all RS rows: knit to last st, m1, k1
Row 7: k1 p2, p2tog, turn
Row 9: k1, p3, p2tog, do not turn, work tier one:

Tier one
Row 1: (WS), With wrong side facing, pick up and
purl 5 sts along selvedge edge of next triangle. Sl last st
picked up onto left needle and p2tog, turn.
Row 2: k5 , turn
Row 3: sl 1, P3, p2tog, turn
repeat last two rows 4 times (5 stitches).


Right side triangle

Row 1: (WS) Pick up and purl 5 sts along selvedge of next triangle or square, turn
Row 2 and all RS rows: knit to end of sts in this section, turn.
Row 3: sl 1, p to last two stitches, k2tog, turn
Repeat last two rows until only 2 sts remain.
On next odd row: k2tog
The remaining stitch will be counted as the first stitch picked up for the first square in the next tier.
Turn and transfer this stitch to the right needle.

Tier two
Row 1: (RS) With right side facing, pick up and knit 5 sts along selvedge of next square or triangle. For the first square only, the remaining stitch from the last tier counts as 1 picked up stitch. Sl last stitch picked up to left needle and ssk, turn.
Row 2: p5, turn
Row 3: sl 1, k3, ssk, turn
Repeat the last 2 rows until all 5 sts remain.
Do not turn.
Repeat another tier two triangle.

Then continue by working [Left triangle, tier one, right side triangle and tier two] until 37 inches then go to Final Tier Triangles.

Final Tier Triangles
Row 1: (RS) With RS facing, pick up and knit 5sts along selvedge of next square or triangle. For the first triangle only, the st remaining counts as the first picked up st. Sl last st picked up to left needle and ssk, turn.
Row 2 and all WS rows: purl to the end of sts in the section. Turn.
Row 3: k2tog, k3, ssk, turn
Row 5: k2tog, k2, ssk, turn
Row 7: k2tog, k1, ssk, turn
Row 8: k2tog, ssk, turn
Row 9: sl 1, ssk, psso, do not turn. The rem st will count as first st picked up for next triangles. When all triangles have been worked, fasten off last st.

Block


Abbreviations:

K: Knit

Kf&b: Knit the next stitch and leave on left hand needle; knit the stitch again thru the back loop.

K2tog: Knit next two stitches together

M1: Make 1 stitch – With left hand needle, pick up bar from between the last worked stitch and next unworked stitch. Place Left hand needle in from front to back; knit that loop thru the back loop.

P: Purl

P2tog: Purl next two stitches together

RS: Right Side

Sl: Slip

SSK: Slip next two stitches individually from left needle to right needle; slip left needle into the front of the stitches; k2tog thru the back loop.

WS: Wrong Side

Turn: Stop where you are and flip work over (as if you’ve finished the row) and work the wrong side as told.

Mystery Craft A Long ...POST #2

How are you doing?  have you chosen a craft?  Are you a polycrafter? I'm thinking I'm going to merge my crochet and knit pieces but don't worry, I'll stick to the first plan for all of you!

Quilters:  finished cutting?  are you ready to sew?  the seam allowances (included in the cut pieces) are 1/4 inch.
Step 1:  Take your center square and sew a 2 1/2 x 3 1/2 inch rectangle to the left and right sides. 
Step 2:  Press the seams down.
Step 3: Sew the longer cut strips to the top and bottom of the rectangle you made in Step 1 above.
Step 4:  Press seams again.
Repeat steps 1-4 twenty-four (24) more times

Knitters:  I got lots of calls wondering what the 7 1/2 inch square looked like at the end.  I also got requests to show how to pick up stitches. 

here is how the piece should look after you knit the center and pick up on the left and right selvedges.

How to Pick Up Stitches:

1.  Looking at the right side of the rectangle.  Hold knitted rectangle in Left Hand and insert right hand needle into first stitch as if to knit. (photo1)

2.  Wrap yarn around right hand needle and pull up a new stitch. (photo 2)

3.  Insert right hand needle into second stitch on knitted piece in left hand.  (photo 3 below)

4.  Wrap yarn as if you are knitting (you are!) (photo 4) and pull up new stitches (photo 5)

5.  Two stitches picked up.  Continue picking up stitches across row.  To pick up evenly, place a marker at the half way mark and try to pick up half of the stitches up to that marker.

Knitters and crocheters, continue working on your squares and I'll post the next part of the puzzle on Friday. 

More Classes added

Learn to dye, knit cables, knit lace and knit with two colors at Stitch DC.  This is just a few of the classes we offer.  Check out the calendar here.  We've made it super easy to sign up and register on line too! 

Thanks! 

An oldie and a goodie

This is one of our best selling easy, easy scarf pattern.  I made the original one back in 2004 when we first opened.  I've updated the sample recently with our new handpainted Dia Duit Mohair. 

Dia Duit is our new local handpainted yarns available exclusively at Stitch DC.  I hope to share more about this new venture very soon with all of you!

The Scarf Pattern
Materials:  1 skein Dia Duit Mohair (shown in colorway "Frankly my dear...") (silk mohair approximately 230 yards per skein)
US 8 knitting needles

Gauge:  4.5 stitches equal 1" in 3x3 ribbing

With US 8 needles, cast on 36 stitches.

Row 1: Knit 3, Purl 3 to end.
Repeate row 1 until desired length.  If you use the entire skein, it will be about 6 feet long and to make sure you have enough to bind off repeat Row 1 until approximately 1 yard of yarn remains and bind off loosely.
Weave in end and Enjoy!!!

Mystery Quilt Along -- Choose your craft!

Wanna join Stitch DC as we do an online quilt along? 

here are the rules...
1.  You choose your craft -- knitting, crocheting, quilting
2.  Materials are available at the store.  Mention the quilt along and receive 10% off your purchase.  We can ship too! 
3.  Check in each friday and following wednesday for the next 6 weeks for each set of instructions. 
4.  Share your pieces via email to me.  I will post them as they come in.
5.  Enjoy, Create, Enjoy, Create, Enjoy!

Week one... scroll down... i have instructions for sewing, knitting and crocheting!

QUILTING:
Cut the the following:
1.  twenty five 3 1/2"  squares,
2.  fifty 2 1/2" by 3 1/2" rectangles
3.  fifty 2 1/2" by 7 1/2" rectangles

Knitting: 
Gauge= 4 stitches equal 1" in garter stitch
Start by cast on 12 stitches
Knit every row for 3" inches.  Cast off. 
Pick up and knit 12 stitches along the left selvedge side of the initial square (change colors if you want, have fun enjoy!).  Knit every row until piece measures 2 1/4" from cast on row.  Cast off.
Pick up and knit 12 stitches along the right selvedge side of the initial square (change colors if you want, have fun enjoy!). Knit every row until piece measures 2 1/4" from cast on row. Cast off.

Looking so the the peice measures 7 1/2 inches across the top and bottom.  Pick up and knit 30 stitches (again you change color if you want now) across the top and knit every row until current section measures 2 1/4" tall. cast off.
Now repeat and Pick up and knit 30 stitches (again you change color if you want now) across the bottom and knit every row until current section measures 2 1/4" tall. cast off.
You now have a 7 1/2" square.  Repeat the square pattern until you have 25 total

Crochet
Gauge: 4 single crochet equal 1"


Chain 13, turn and single crochet into the second from the hook, then single crochet (SC) across row (12 SC) turn.
Chain 2, make first single crochet into first stitch, then sc across row, turn.
repeat for 3" inches. fasten off.

Turn to left selvedge of the initial square (change colors if you want, have fun enjoy!). Work 12 SC down the selvedge row, turn,  Chain 2, make first single crochet into first stitch, then sc across row, turn.

Repeat previous row until current section measures 2 1/4" inches. fasten off.

Turn to right selvedge of the initial square, and single crochet 12 stitches down the selvedge edge. turn,
Row 2: Chain 2, make first single crochet into first stitch, then sc across row, turn.

Repeat previous row until current section measures 2 1/4" inches. fasten off.

Looking so the the piece measures 7 1/2 inches across the top and bottom. Single crochet 30 stitches (again you change color if you want now) across the top turn,
Row 2: Chain 2, make first single crochet into first stitch, then sc across row, turn.

Repeat previous row until current section measures 2 1/4" inches. fasten off.


Now repeat and Pick up Single crochet 30 stitches (again you change color if you want now) across the bottom and turn,
Row 2: Chain 2, make first single crochet into first stitch, then sc across row, turn.

Repeat previous row until current section measures 2 1/4" inches. fasten off.
 
You now have a 7 1/2" square. Repeat the square pattern until you have 25 total

Sunday Knit Along in September

Planning for the fall now, we will host monthly knitalongs from 3-5 every sunday.  The knitalong fee is $50 and receive 15% off all materials purchased at the store. 

September's Knit ALong will be 

Five Way Cabled Wrap
This versatile piece will become a wardrobe staple as a shrug, wrap, poncho, or stole. With so  many ways to wear it, it’s good value and will stretch your wearing options—so indulge in some soft, touchable yarn and buttons you love. There are probably more than five ways to wear this accessory—how many more can you come up with?

Register for September Knit Along

More Summer Classes and some in September!

Superb Seams
 how to seam your garments.  We'll explore the mattress stitch, grafting, three needle bind off and other finishing details.   August 12 / 6:30 to 8:00 pm / $40  REGISTER ONLINE


Joy of Steeks
Learn to knit with two colors and then cut (yes, cut) your work to make a pretty fair isle coffee cozy. 
8/31 and 9/7 / 6:30 to 8:00 pm / $55  REGISTER ONLINE

Intro to Lace knitting

This simple triangular lace shawl is the pattern that I'll use to teach you how to read a lace chart, to perfect your Yarn Overs and other pieces of the lace pattern.  In two 1-hour classes, you'll be on the road to making your first lace shawl just in time for the Fall.

July 25 and August 1 from 11:30 to 12:30 / $55 plus materials  Register online

Teacher: Marie

photo credit: ravelry taiji

Custom Knit Baby Blanket Class

Learn to knit a custom baby blanket. This class assume you know knit and purl. We'll teach you the rest in class. We'll pick stitch patterns, yarns, swatch and make a custom blanket with a signature center square that you can knit an initial, heart, name into.

The class is three 1.5 hour classes. I used super bulky for yarn for Oonagh's blanket but you can choose anyone that you want. Some good washable choices are Karabella Aurora 8 or bulky, Blue Sky cottons, Zodiac Cotton just to name a few. Students receive 10% discount off materials.

Class fee: $90 plus materials. All materials are available at Stitch DC and you receive a 10% discount off all materials used in the class. REGISTER ONLINE
July 17, 20 and 27th / 6:30 TO 8:00 PM
Teacher: Marie

World Cup Mania and a free pattern

Everywhere I see World Cup stuff, so I thought we'd jump on the bandwagon... here is a free pattern.  ENJOY!