STUDIO CLASSES & EVENTS July-August 2016

KNITTING CLASSES MORE ADVANCED BEGINNER LEVEL

BEGINNER LEVEL OOPs: Mistakes happen. Some can be passed of as “design elements.: Others can be fatal to your project. It is LEARN TO KNIT: If you have never knitted before then this good to learn the difference. Bring your list of mistakes class is for you. Learn the basics; how to cast on, knit and purl you commonly make and learn how to fix them. Time/Date: stitch and how to cast off. TIME/DATES: Thursdays, July 14 & Sunday, July 10, 1:30-3:30 pm. Fee: $25. Instructor: Jessi- 21, 6-8 pm OR Tuesdays, August 9 & 16, 6-8 pm. FEE: $30 + ca Kerrigan Supplies Instructor: Joan Daniels

CRASH COURSE IN : This fast-paced class is LITEN KOFTA (Small Cardigan): Make this classic, better suited to those who are re-acquainting themselves with buttoned baby cardigan with a garter ridge round yoke sec- the craft of knitting. In two hours you will review , the tion. The cardigan is worked back and forth in rows from knit stitch and . DATES/TIMES: Fridays, July 8 Or the bottom up . You will learn how to and pick up July 22 OR August 5 OR August 19, 11 am-1 pm FEE: $25 + stitches. Sizes 3 to 12 months. Dates/Times: Thursdays, Supplies. Instructor: Studio Staff July 14 & 28; August 11 & 25, 6:30-8:30 pm. Fee: $40 +

Supplies. Instructor: Lynn Haffner ADVANCED BEGINNER LEVEL INTERMEDIATE LEVEL PROJECT MONDAY: This is a great class for those who like to try out new projects but prefer to have an experienced knit- LEARN TO MAKE SOX: If you have never knitted socks ter to help them through the tough spots. Bring your own pro- before, then this class is for you. You will learn all the ject, pattern, and supplies. DATES/TIME: Mondays, July skills necessary to make a great pair of socks from the cuff 11 & 25, August 8, 15, 22 & 29, 11am-1 pm. FEE: $40. down using double pointed needles. DATES/TIME: Mon- Instructor: Kim Dominic days, July 11, 25 & August 8, 2-4 pm OR Tuesdays, July TAKE IT ON TUESDAY: It is time to get out those trouble- 26; August 9 & 23, 6:30-8:30 pm FEE: $35 + Supplies. some projects at the bottom of your bag and get them finished! Instructor: Lynn Haffner Wherever you were stuck, there will be an experienced knitter HONEYSWEET SHAWL: Honeysweet is an asymmet- on hand who can help you take it on. DATES/TIME: Tuesdays, July 5, 19 & 26 & August 2, 16 & 23, 2-4 pm. FEE: $40 rical lace shawl with a self edging along one side of the Instructor: Donna Markey shawl. The last row and bind off create a scalloped edge that mirrors the edging on the opposite side. This is a fun BUILDING IN COLOR KNIT-ALONG: Expand your knit that will also give you lots of practice in reading charts knowledge of ways to “brighten up” your knitting by participating and working with lace-weight yarn. It can go with casual or in this 11 session knit-along. Each session you will create a dressy outfits. Dates/Time: Thursdays, August 2, 16 & 30, panel that explores a different kind of stitch incorporating color. 6:30-8:30 pm. Fee: $35 + Supplies. Instructor: Lynn DATES/TIME: All classes are Wednesdays, 5:30 pm –7 pm. Haffner. July 6—Knit Below, July 20—Make One Purl, August 10— Elongated Stitch, August 24—Mosaic Stitch. FEE: $20 per ses- sion + Supplies. Sign up for 3, 4th class is free, take six and fin- ADVANCED LEVEL ishing class is free. Instructor: Cindy Craig. TOE UP SOCKS TWO AT A TIME: Now that you FUTURE BUILDING IN COLOR DATES: September 7- know how to make socks the “conventional” way, learn Butterfly Stitch, September 21- Cable, October 5-Tuck how to use the Magic Loop method to produce them two at Stitch, October 19-Finishing Class a time from the toe up. With some math, you will calcucate where to start knitting the gusset and turn the heel flap. We will be making baby socks in class which can be donat- ed to the Operation Breakthrough nursery if you would like. CROCHET CLASSES Homework: Please knit swatch in selected yarn prior to first class. Dates: Saturdays, July 16, 23 & 30, 2-4 pm. Fee: $35 + Supplies. Intructor: Monta Morris BEGINNER LEVEL

LEARN TO CROCHET: If you have never crocheted be- CLASSES fore, then this class is for you. Learn the basics; making the foundation chain, turning chains, single, half double and dou- BEGINNER LEVEL ble crochet stitches. Make a flower and start a scarf. DATES/ TIME: Wednesdays, July 20 & 27, 5:30-7:30 pm OR Tues- LEARN TO WEAVE ON A LAP LOOM: Get in on the days, August 16 & 23, 6-8 pm. FEE: $30 + Supplies. Instruc- ground floor of this great new craft at the Studio. We love tor: Nirmal Kaur Khalsa spending time with fiber and weaving opens up ways to use stash, stretch your creativity and learn an ancient craft. CRASH COURSE IN CROCHET: If you have crocheted Children 8 and up are welcome with an accompanying before and would like to re-acquaint yourself with this craft, adult participant. DATES/TIME: Saturdays, July 23 OR then this fast paced class is for you. We will review founda- August 27, 1-3 pm. FEE: $25 + Loom Kit. Instructor: Polly tion and turning chains and single, half double and double Blair crochet stitches. You will start a dish cloth in class. DATES/ TIME: Sunday, July 10, 1-3 pm OR Thursday, August 11,2-4 HOW TO PICK YOUR CLASSES pm FEE: $25 + Supplies. Instructor: Deb Connor

ADVANCED BEGINNER LEVEL BEGINNER LEVEL: No previous experience in the craft or limited experience in the past experience CROCHETED MITERED SQUARES Mitered squares ADVANCED BEGINNER LEVEL: Knows basic stitch- add lots of visual interest to a scarf or shawl, especially when es most commonly used in craft. done in multiple colors (think using up orphan balls) or self- INTERMEDIATE LEVEL: Knows above, as well as how striping yarn. Learn how to construct them with single cro- to and decrease, follow patterns and combine chet, extended single crochet or double crochet, plus how to stitches in different ways. change colors. Date/Time: Saturday, August 13, 2-4 pm. ADVANCED LEVEL: Knows skills above with some ex- Fee: $25 + Supplies. Instructor: Nirmal Kaur Khalsa perience in reading charts and/or adapting patterns to fit.

9555 Nall Avenue, Overland Park, KS 66207 (816) 531-4466 Store Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday: 10am-5pm, Tuesday & Thursday: 10am-6pm ,Sunday: Noon-4pm STUDIO CLASSES & EVENTS July-August 2016

NEEDLEPOINT CLASSES BEGINNER LEVEL HERE COMES SANTA CLAUS NEEDLEPOINT CLUB: LEARN TO NEEDLEPOINT: Begin your journey in to Needlepoint clubs are a great way to re- the needlepoint craft with one of these classes where you ceive a project in the mail on a regular will learn the basket weave stitch while making a diagonally basis - and it’s just for you! You will learn striped bookmark. DATES/TIME: Saturday, July 9, 10:30- new stitches and work with a variety of Noon OR Thursday, July 28, 5:30-7 pm FEE: $20 + Sup- threads and embellishments - what a won- plies. Instructors: Judy Smith/Robyn Attaway derful surprise each month! All canvases, featuring a different Santa Claus ornament are Cindy Craig originals and are hand-painted by our fabulous store artist, ADVANCED BEGINNER LEVEL Susan. Each kit comes with comprehensive stitch guides

NEEDLEPOINT BAG TAG: Tired of trying to find your and charts written by Cindy. All threads are included with luggage in the baggage carousel? This tag will make any each canvas.

bag stand out anywhere. Other ideas include tags for your DATES/TIMES: You will receive each kit around the 15th craft bag, beach bag or handbag. Learn to design a person- of the month following your registration. The support class alized tag using the stitch. Date/Time: Thurs- will be on the 3rd or 4th Sunday of the month (be sure to day, August 18, 5:30-7 pm. FEE: $20 + Supplies. Instructor: check the calendar at the Studio) First kit will be mailed by Judy Smith. June 15, the support classes are Sunday, July 24 and Au- gust 21, 1-3 pm. This club runs from June-October. You can join at any time. POSITION(S) AVAILABLE FEE: The Club cost is $375 ($75 for each Santa kit Would you like to become a part of the Studio Staff (does not include finishing) and it includes a Exclusive Pro- family? The Studio is looking for new staff mem- ject Bag for those who make a one time payment. Support bers, especially ones who can work on Fridays and/ classes are $10 for club members. If you prefer to pay by or Saturdays. Benefits include a generous discount the month, we will take a deposit equal to the cost of the last on all Studio purchases. Must have good skills and kit in the club. You will be charged for the first kit and any problem-solving abilities in knitting and crochet; subsequent kits (except the last one) when they are mailed Experience in needlepoint a plus. Retail experi- to you. Payment Terms: Once we receive your club regis- ence helpful but not required, but ability to interact tration and deposit, we will secure your payment information with a wide range of customers important. Contact for future kits. A credit card number is required for all clubs. Cindy Craig at (816) 531-4466 to discuss. Your fiscal safety is important to us; credit card information is securely stored.

STUDIO EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES

NEEDLEPOINT TRUNK SHOWS SAVE THE DATES!!

You can always find the newest and greatest hand-painted Planning for the 2017 Studio Winter Retreat has begun. needlepoint canvases at the Studio. New shows are arriving Please add these dates to your calendar: Friday, January each month. 27 to Sunday, January 29. Once again we will at the July’s Trunk Show is Julie Marr & Friends. From flo- Unity Village Hotel and Conference Center in SE Kansas rals to fat birdies, gingerbread houses to Judaica and City. Enjoy Runway Shows, Yarn Market, Guest Instructor, accessories to animals, this trunk show has something door prizes for everyone and the joy of spending time with for everyone, including small projects for summer trav- people who love your crafts as much as you do. If you els. August’s Trunk Show is Patti Mann. Babies, belts, have ideas for Guest Instructors to invite or classes you Christmas decorations, seasonal stuff and some truly unique would like to see on the schedule, contact Cindy Craig at 3-dimensional Pudgies. This trunk show will surprise and de- [email protected]. Watch for more information in upcoming light. It is hot in KC and there is cool stuff at the Studio. newsletters and registration to open by mid-fall.

SIZZLING SUMMER CHILLS & THRILLS: FIBER FUN @ THE STUDIO: FOR FREE!!! COME READ WITH US Yes the dog days of summer in the Midwest are already upon us even though we are barely past June. But why sit Knitter and mystery lover Joan Daniels invites Studio custom- alone at home with your projects when you can come chill ers to join her in reading and meeting some our favorite local for FREE at the Studiio mystery writers, who also happen to be Studio customers. —Join the Tuesday morning Sit & Stitch which opens at First up on July 17 featuring A Finely Knit Murder by Sally 8:30 am and goes until the last person leaves. Participant Goldenbaum. Once again those crafty (in more than one way) share tips and techniques and usually snacks that some- Seaside Knitters Group unravel the clues to solve a mysteri- one has brought. Often Studio Staff try out new ideas with ous murder in the small summer vacation town of Seaside be- this group. fore another happens. Sally Goldenbaum will be on hand to —Fans of needlepoint have their own special time at sign copies and talk with participants. Needlepoint Niche, Wednesdays from 1-3 pm. Share ideas and projects as well as snacks (do we see a theme August 14 will feature Linda Rodriquez’ new book, Every emerging here?) Broken Trust. Skeet Bannion, chief of campus police (and a —Create for a cause along with the Studio’s Charity Pro- knitter!) has her hands full trying to solve a murder in the col- ject group. Led by Nancy McDonnell, this group knits and lege’s storage cave possibly linked to an earlier death of her crochets a wide variety of things for organizations such as best friend’s husband. Linda will also be on hand to sign books KC Hospice, Bridget’s Cradle, Operation Breakthrough, and talk about the life of a mystery series writer. ooBooks can Cancer Action, Hope Lodge and the VA Hospital. Free be found at libraries, bookstores and online. DATES/TIMES: patterns and are available. The Charity Project group Sundays, July 17 & August 14, 1:30-3 pm. FEE: Free meets the first Sunday of each month from 1-2:30 pm. 9555 Nall Avenue, Overland Park, KS 66207 (816) 531-4466 Store Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday: 10am-5pm, Tuesday & Thursday: 10am-6pm ,Sunday: Noon-4pm