Winter Classes 2022 - Enjoy!

There is something for EVERYONE -20 knitting & crochet classes -

• HOW TO SIGN UP: To sign up for a class please call the shop,973-377-5648 (KNIT) or email - info@thebluepurl.com - or come in.

• If weather is dangerous we will zoom the classes - if we can make up at the table we’ll try - but be ready for zoom. Brioche class is zoom because it was most successful with that technology viewing the teacher’s hands.

• For everyones safety we are now asking that you please wear a mask during class. Refunds for cancellations 48 hours before class.

• We ask that you please buy your supplies through The Blue Purl so we can continue bringing you these great classes - check out our online shop! Or stop in Thank you :)

• At least four people need to sign up for the class for us to run a class. Please join the waitlist if very interested in a project. Helps us know whether to run it again !

Skill Level - Advanced Beginner
Class Dates - 2- Tuesdays Jan. 4, 11
Class Time - 9-10:30 am
Cost - $45 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor - Keri Samuels
Pattern available at class

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

Please call 973-377-5648 or email info@thebluepurl.com to sign-up

Skill Level - Intermediate
Class Dates - 3 Tuesdays Jan. 4, 11 Feb. 1
Class Time - 5:15 - 6:45 pm
Cost - $65 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor - Keri Samuels
Pattern available free on Ravelry

This luscious cowl is a double-thick tube with beautiful fair isle patterns inside and out. It’s shaped like a funnel, with the inside a bit smaller than the outside, creating a shape that sits nicely on the neck. It’s made with fingering weight yarn, so it’s not too bulky, but will be a warm and cozy neck warmer that will keep you toasty!

Techniques include: provisional cast-on, fair isle color work, chart reading, knitting in the round, Kitchener stitch or 3-needle bind-off

Please call 973-377-5648 or email info@thebluepurl.com to sign-up

Skill Level - Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
Class Dates - Wednesday’s Jan. 5, 19, 26 & Feb. 2
Class Time - 9-10:30 am
Cost - $90 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor - Liz Braverman
Pattern available for purchase on Ravelry

Felix is worked in the round from the top down using eyelet increases to form the raglans. The sleeves are worked in Magic Loop (or knitters choice of small circumference knitting). Due to the large gauge, this is a fairly quick knit.

Please call 973-377-5648 or email info@thebluepurl.com to sign-up

Skill Level - Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
Class Dates - 6 Thursdays Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27 Feb. 3, 10 - both sessions
Class Time - Morning 9-10:30 AM - Evening session 5:15-6:45 PM
Cost - $135 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor - Keri Samuels
Pattern Book available at The Blue Purl

So you can knit and purl...you know how to cast on and a few other techniques. Part 1 of this popular class will introduce 6 different block patterns and will cover exciting techniques such as yarn overs, increasing, decreasing, bobbles, cables, chart reading. We have taught this class over the years at The Blue Purl and believe that it will make you a confident knitter!! This will fill up - don't hesitate! - Part 2 begins shortly after with a new sign up - same day & time - Maybe a week in between…

Please call 973-377-5648 or email info@thebluepurl.com to sign-up

Skill Level - Beginner
Dates - 2 sessions each 4 Wednesdays- Limited seating
Session 1: Jan. 5, 12, 19, 26
Session 2: Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23
Time - 11:00-12:30 PM
Cost - $90 + supplies from The Blue Purl
Teacher: Keri Samuels
Pattern will be provided

This class will cover the basics of learning to knit. We’ll learn how to cast-on, knit, purl, read a pattern and bind off while making these cotton washcloths. If time permits, we’ll make 2 or 3 different cloths – we’ll see how it goes! Class size is small so we can provide lots of support.

Please call 973-377-5648 or email info@thebluepurl.com to sign-up.

Skill Level - Very Beginner
Class Dates - 3 Thursdays January 6, 13, 27
Class Time - 7-9 PM
Cost - $90 + supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor - Carolyn Hanson
Pattern provided in class

Beginner crochet scarf - Spring Spirals

Whether you're an avid knitter who has never picked up a crochet hook (except for dropped stitches) or never worked with yarn at all, this is a perfect class! In these sessions you'll learn the basics of crochet while creating a scarf. Techniques include: single, double, half double, and triple crochet, Foundation chain, scalloped edge & pattern reading.

Carolyn has picked yarn in the shop that will work with the pattern.

Please call 973-377-5648 or email info@thebluepurl.com to sign-up

Skill Level - Advanced
Class Dates - 5 Saturdays Jan 15,29, Feb. 12, 26 & March 5
Class Time - Mornings 9-10:30 AM
Cost - $110 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor - Keri Samuels
Pattern Available for Purchase on Ravelry

Ravelry describes this sweater as “An elegant and comfortable jacket with a classic straight silhouette. The intricate yet quite easy to work -pattern is inspired by the ancient and beautiful lotus flower.” It is knitted seamlessly, top-down and incorporates short-row shaping, chart-reading, and fair isle color work. The pattern is designed to be knitted in the round and then steeked, but we will be knitting the cardigan back and forth. It’s made with DK weight yarn and is sure to be a classic addition to your sweater collection!

Techniques include: short rows, chart reading, color work, picking up stitches and more!

Please call 973-377-5648 or email info@thebluepurl.com to sign-up

Skill Level - Advanced Beginner
Class dates - 4 Tuesdays Jan. 18, 25, Feb. 1, 8
Class time - 9 - 10am
Cost - $65+ supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor - Keri Samuels
Pattern is free with purchase of Brooklyn Tweed Yarn - otherwise for purchase on Ravelry

This hat is described by the designer as “the project for knitters taking their first foray into cable knitting.” It’s a classic design which features basic stitches, simple shaping and a 4-stitch cable.

You’ll learn to read a chart, shape a hat, knit in the round and make cables. The top of the hat will be shaped using the 2 circular method for knitting small circumference tubes. There are 5 variations of this pattern that are included in a downloadable companion so after completing this class you will be able to continue and expand your hat making!

Techniques include: knitting in the round, reading a chart, cables, decreasing, making small circumference tubes using 2 circular needles.

Skill Level - Advanced
Class dates - 3 Mondays Jan. 24, 31, Feb. 7
Class time - 9- 10:30 AM
Cost - $65 + supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor - Keri Samuels
Pattern available for free on Ravelry

There is knitting technique called “double knitting” which allows you to create 2 layers of fabric at the same time, with only one pair of needles. The right sides of each layer face out and the wrong sides face each other on the inside. The result is stockinette showing on both sides for an entirely reversible, double-layered piece of knitting. This project will teach the technique while knitting a small cotton potholder.

Techniques include: Chart reading ,color work, double sided knitting

Please call 973-377-5648 or email info@thebluepurl.com to sign-up

Skill Level - Advanced Beginner
Class dates - Tuesdays Feb 8, 15, 22
Class time - 5:15 - 6:45 PM
Cost - $65 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor - Keri Samuels
Pattern available for purchase on Ravelry

This adorable blanket is created by knitting mitred squares, which are square garter stitch blocks with a central diagonal decrease. The squares are knitted (no purling) individually but are attached as you make the blanket, so there is no seaming at the end (yay!). The blanket is actually “built” as you go so you’ll be learning how to pick up stitches as you create this darling blanket for a lucky baby!

Techniques include: garter stitch, double decrease, picking up stitches

Please call 973-377-5648 or email info@thebluepurl.com to sign-up

Skill Level -Advanced Beginner
Class dates - Wednesdays Feb. 9, 16, 23 & March 2
Class time - 9 - 10:30 am
Cost - $90 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor - Liz Braverman
Pattern available for purchase on Ravelry

For first time sock knitter - This simple sock is a great way to learn how to make top down socks using the Magic Loop method. They are quick! We will also discuss avoiding “second sock syndrome “.

Yarn: DK- Berocco DK, Spun Right Round, Kenzie or 2 fingering held together
Needle: US3
Notions: Ring markers and 1 Locking marker, Tapestry needle

Please call 973-377-5648 or email info@thebluepurl.com to sign-up

Skill Level - Intermediate
Class dates - 3 Tuesdays Feb. 15, 22 & March 1
Class time - 9 - 10:30 am
Cost - $65 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor - Keri Samuels
Pattern available for purchase on Ravelry

This is a favorite class that we’re offering again! These slippers are knitted with 2 strands of non-washable wool and then felted to magically create a thick, cozy clog-style slipper. They are a quick knit that you’ll want to keep for yourself but they also make a great gift! The pattern comes in adult sizes for men and women, and there is also a children’s pattern

Techniques include: increases and decreases, short rows, simple seams, felting

Please call 973-377-5648 or email info@thebluepurl.com to sign-up

Skill Level - Intermediate
Class dates - 4 Tuesdays March 8, 15, 22 & April 5
ZOOM Class time - 7- 8:30 PM
Cost - $90 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor - Carolyn Hanson
Pattern for Class 1 - Free on Ravelry (we are working off these simple projects to learn)
Pattern for Class 2 - Free on Ravelry
Pattern for Final Project - Class 3 & 4 Brioche Untangled Scarf: Pattern available for purchase on Ravelry

Back by popular demand on ZOOM - everyone raved about the close-up hand instruction available by using zoom. Brioche! This is an introduction to brioche knitting. Brioche is a squishy fabric that uses yo and sl sts to make simple and complicated designs in 1 and 2 colors. We will explore brioche in rows in both a single color and 2 colors using 2 different projects: a simple ear warmer headband (Lissie or Headband with a Twist) and the Brioche Untangled Scarf. All available on Ravelry. You will learn the technique, and how to read a pattern to start you off on your brioche adventure. Intermediate knitters.

Please call 973-377-5648 or email info@thebluepurl.com to sign-up

Skill Level - Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
Class dates - 4 Wednesdays March 9, 16, 23 & 30
Class time - 9 - 10:30 AM
Cost - $90 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor - Liz Braverman
Pattern Available for purchase on Ravelry

This bandana shaped cowl is worked using increases and decreases to form its shape and Mosaic knitting/color charts to create the pattern.

Yarn: Primrose yarn and a contrast solid fingering weight
Needle: US4 (32”)
Notions: Ring markers, 1 Locking marker, Tapestry needle

Please call 973-377-5648 or email info@thebluepurl.com to sign-up

Skill Level -intermediate/advanced
Class dates - 5 Thursdays March 10, 24, April 7, 14, 28
Class time - 7- 9 pm
Cost - $110 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor - Carolyn Hanson
Pattern Available for purchase on Ravelry

Ok Crocheters, if you have never made a cardigan, here is a great one to start. This cardi uses a simple stitch of double crochet clusters throughout. Make it your own by creating colorful stripes in many colors or a few or even a solid color. This is a custom sweater so you can add length to the torso for a longer version and/or shorten or lengthten sleeves. There is so much to learn for the Intermediate crocheter: reading a UK pattern, shaping armholes, neck and shoulders with decreases, shaping sleeves with increases, setting sleeves, edging, buttonholes and finishing.

This class is 5 sessions with lots of time in-between for crocheting. This is an intermediate/advanced class; not for beginners or those who need a refresher. You must be able to sc, dc, ss without instruction. Pattern is available on Ravelry. Search for A Good Vintage Cardi by Fran Morgan.

Please call 973-377-5648 or email info@thebluepurl.com to sign-up

Skill Level - Advanced Intermediate
Class dates - 3 Saturdays March 26, APRIL 2 & 9
Class time - 9 - 10:30 AM
Cost - $65 + Supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor - Keri Samuels
Pattern available on Ravelry

Back by popular demand, this adorable little bunny will be just in time for Spring! The design is completely seamless (yay!) and is cleverly worked top-down starting with the head.

Techniques used include knitting in the round on 2 circular needles, increasing and decreasing, picking up stitches, optional bobbles, a pom pom and a bit of embroidery at the end. The pattern is very well written, with illustrations to help you through the tricky parts!

Techniques include: knitting in the round on 2 circular needles, picking up stitches, increasing and decreasing and more.

Please call 973-377-5648 or email info@thebluepurl.com to sign-up

Skill Level - Intermediate
Class Dates - 3 Tuesdays March 29, April 5, 19,26
Class Time - 4:15 -5:45 PM
Cost - $90 plus supplies from The Blue Purl
Instructor - Keri Samuels
Pattern for purchase on Ravelry

This is a great little baby pullover hoodie knitted using a pattern from Knitting Pure and Simple. The sweater is knitted from the top down, is seamless and incorporates lots of techniques including short rows, picking up stitches, knitting in the round and more. It’s worked in worsted weight yarn and comes in sizes 6 – 24 months.

Techniques include: short rows, knitting small circumference tubes using 2 circular needles, buttonhole, 3-needle bind off, i-cord and more

Please call 973-377-5648 or email info@thebluepurl.com to sign-up