CLASSES - Knitting - in our new HOME!

SUMMER 2024 - NEW CLASSES ADDED - There is something for EVERYONE!

• HOW TO SIGN UP: To sign up for a class, please use our online store - class payment linked below each class. You can also call the shop 973-377-5648 (KNIT) with payment or come in :) … DURING OUR MOVING WEEK - if you have a problem signing up please email us at info@thebluepurl.com with your phone number and we will assist you, or put you on the waitlist. We are keeping the same phone number but best to email.

• Refunds for cancellations available only 72 hours before first class.

• If a class is full, please email or call us to be put on the waitlist. Cancellations often occur.

• PLEASE buy your supplies through The Blue Purl. Check out our online shop! Or stop in and we will help you. Thank you :)

• At least four people need to sign up for a class to proceed. Join the waitlist, if very interested in a project. This helps us know whether to run a class again.

Chutes and Ladders Scarf/Shawl

Skill Level: Intermediate - Must know how to knit
Class Dates: 3 Mondayss June 17, July 1, 8 
Class Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Cost: $90 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Carolyn Hanson (knit project)
Pattern: Will be provided

This scarf is truly a transformation in design. It begins as a solid knitted tube worked in the round and ends as a striped drop stitch scarf/shawl with braided fringe. This design is my interpretation of the Phiaro Scarf by Katie Himmelberg. The project uses a non-stretch fiber such as, silk, cotton, linen, etc (no wool or mohair). Instructions will be provided.

GUERNSEY WRAP

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Class Dates: 3 Thursdays - 6/6, 6/13, 6/27
Class Time: 9:00 - 10:30 AM
Cost: $65 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Keri Samuels
Pattern: Available for purchase on Ravelry

This elegant and versatile wrap is made using traditional fisherman’s stitch patterns. You will learn how to read charts while creating this simple and practical stole. The pattern is written for both DK and worsted weight yarns and could be modified to produce a scarf as well. This is a classic pattern that would be perfect for both men and women and the knitting will be fun and interesting as the stitch patterns change with every section.

Techniques – chart reading, optional alternative bind-offs

LEARN TO KNIT

Skill Level: Very Beginners

Session (9) AM
Class Dates: 4 Tuesdays 6/11, 6/18, 6/25, 7/2
Class Time: 9:00 - 10:30 AM

Cost: $90 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Keri Samuels
Pattern: Will be provided

This class will cover the basics of learning to knit. You’ll learn how to cast on, knit and purl, read a pattern and bind off while making cotton washcloths and a simple neck warmer. This is great way to begin your knitting adventure!

This class will cover the basics of learning to knit. You’ll learn how to cast on, knit and purl, read a pattern and bind off while making cotton washcloths and a simple neck warmer. This is great way to begin your knitting adventure!

EASY OMBRE HAT

Skill Level:  Advanced Beginners
Class Dates: 3 Wednesdays 6/12, 6/19, 6/26
Class Time: 9:00 - 10:30 AM
Cost: $65 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Keri Samuels
Pattern: Available for purchase on Ravelry

This is a quick and easy hat which will be a great way to learn basic hat construction techniques and simple stranded color work. Choose two contrasting colors of DK weight yarn to show off your stitch work!

Techniques – knitting in the round, chart reading, decreasing, two circular needles for small circumference tubes

ARNICA - baby sweater

Skill Level: Intermediate
Class Dates:  4 Tuesdays 6/11, 6/18, 6/25, 7/9
Class Time: 5:15 - 6:45 PM
Cost: $90 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Keri Samuels
Pattern: Available for Purchase on Ravelry

This little cardigan will work up quickly in DK weight yarn while you learn the basics of top down cardigan construction. A contrasting color is used for the slip stitch detail on the round yoke as well as the ribbed borders. The back neck is shaped using German short rows and the button bands are picked up after the body is completed.

Techniques – German short rows, slipped stitches, decreasing & increasing, picking up stitches, buttonholes, 2 circular needles to create small circumference tubes

CABLED HEADBAND - STEP 2 PROJECT
(after taking beginning knitting)

2 Sessions

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
Session 1 - AM
Class Dates: 2 Tuesdays - 7/16, 7/23
Class Time: 9:00 - 10:30 AM

Session 2 - PM
Class Dates: 2 Thursdays - 7/18, 7/25
Class Time: 5:15 - 6:45 PM

Cost: $45 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Keri Samuels
Pattern: Will be provided
This cute and warm headband will knit up quickly in super bulky yarn. It’s the perfect next project for beginner knitters or for someone who just wants instant gratification! It has been adapted from a free pattern found on Ravelry.

Skills you’ll learn include cables, a provisional cast-on and a 3-needle bind off to add to your knitting experience. This is a quick knit and it’s a perfect item to make for yourself and every woman you know!!

Techniques include: provisional cast-on, cables, 3-needle bind off

FIXING MISTAKES

Class Date: 1 Tuesday, 7/16
Class Time: 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Cost: $40 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Keri Samuels

In this class you’ll learn to how fix common mistakes, including picking up dropped stitches, changing purls to knits and knits to purls, unknitting, using a lifeline, ripping out stitches and then retrieving them. If you have a particular mistake you’d like to cover, we’ll be taking requests before the class and time permitting, we’ll address those. We all make mistakes – it’s good to know how to fix them!!

SEAMING WORKSHOP

Class Dates: 1 Tuesday, 7/23
Class Time: 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Cost: $40 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor: Keri Samuels

Even “seamless” sweaters often have short seams, either on the shoulders or under the arms. In this class you’ll learn how to connect those areas, along with basic seams including mattress stitch, backstitch and Kitchener stitch. Different edges require different techniques and working on pre-knitted swatches, we’ll tackle the ones most commonly used. Join us and take the mystery out of seaming!