Elgin Knit Works

Class is 4 Sessions --
Thursdays: 1/11, 1/25, 2/8, 2/15 at 10:30 to 12:30
OR
Saturdays: 1/13, 1/27, 2/10, 2/17 at 10:30 to 12:30.
$65 (Materials additional)

The Soldotna Crop is a top-down circular yoke sweater that features stranded colorwork. The design can easily be lengthened if crops aren’t your style. This class is for you as long as you have some previous experience with colorwork. We will learn about gauge in stranded knitting and how to tweak a top-down sweater to fit. The class is scheduled with two weeks between each class in order to allow for homework.


Class is 3 Sessions -- Fridays: January 12, 19, & 26 at 1:30-3:30 OR Saturdays: January 13, 20, & 27 at 1:30-3:30. Worlds Simplest Mittens! These great mittens will soon become a knitting staple. Learn to knit them on two circular needles. Once you have completed the thumb you can even make them two at a time. Add a bit of mohair for warmth and softness. $55 (Materials additional)

January 14th at 10:00 am - 1:30 pm.
$25 (materials additional)

The Betangled Cowl is a warm, luxurious cowl for those coldest of days in deep winter. The fabric is completely reversible, with dramatic ribbed cables on a garter-stitch field. This cowl is knitted from one short end to the other, and then the ends are connected with a button closure.

The pattern includes three sizes: a single loop, a longer single loop that can be worn around the shoulders, and a double loop. The circumference of the loop can easily be adjusted as you go. Although the pattern calls for worsted-weight yarn, dk, and aran-weight yarns will be equally beautiful.

Fully written instructions are provided, along with an optional chart.

Class is 1 Session -- Thursday, January 18 at 10:30 to 12:30 OR Saturday, January 20 at 10:30 to 12:30. Knit in one piece from start to finish, Saroyan is a perfect project for beginning lace knitters. This tapered scarf can be worn in various ways, and the construction helps keep your neck nice and cozy. A garter stitch border rolls over nicely, so you only see the stocking stitch body and lovely lace edging. Learn all the tips and tricks to master shaped stitches. $35 (Materials additional)

Sockmatician Toe-up Formula: If you are ready to take your sock knitting to the next level, this is the class for you. This amazing toe-up formula brings all the benefits of a top-down sock... gusset, heel flap, and proper heel turn to the toe-up pattern. The pattern we use is a formula that can transform any sock pattern into a toe-up sock. **Knitters must have previously completed at least one pair of socks. Knitters will be using the two-circular method (instead of DPN) and DK weight yarn. ***We will also learn to translate your favorite top-down sock to toe-up. Fridays: 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/1 from 1:30-3:30 OR Saturdays: 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 2/23 from 1:30 - 3:30. 4 Sessions $65 - (Materials additional)

Class is 4 Sessions -- NEW SESSION ADDED: Saturdays: 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24 at 10:30 to 12:30. Have you always been intrigued by the thought of knitted gloves? These sport-weight gloves are made on a size 5 needle. The gloves can be made long or short, finger or fingerless, and finally with beads or without. The pattern fits a wide range of hand sizes. Beads are prestrung before knitting, our special bead packet includes the beading needle. Join the fun! $65 (Materials additional)

Keep yourself warm this winter with this flattering hoodie. Casual enough to wear every day, this will be the first garment you’ll grab when you leave the house! Knit from the top down in one piece with raglan shoulder shaping. Knitters can opt to learn how to put in a zipper or choose an alternative closure. Thursdays 2/8,2/15,2/22,2/29 & 3/14 (zipper) from 1:30-3:30 OR Saturdays 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23 & 3/30 (zipper) from 10:30- 12:30 OR Saturdays 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23 & 3/30 (zipper) from 1:30- 3:30...5 Session $75 - With Zipper (Materials additional) OR 4 Sessions $65 - Without Zipper - (Materials additional)

Knitters will learn the basics of working with two colors while knitting this beautiful hat. In this two-session class knitters will learn how to strand two colors and in the second session learn to decrease using two circular needles (no DPNs needed) ** There is a small amount of homework that needs to be completed prior to class.
2 Sessions $45 : Fridays 1:30 - 3:30 March 8th & 15th OR Sundays 1:30 - 3:30, March 3rd & 10th.

Ready to learn some new knitting stitches? With this beautiful, cozy, unique headband pattern, you will learn to make these cool stacked leaves and flowers. (they are not your traditional bobble) Learn this freestyle method of knitting in just one session. One session: $35. Friday March 22nd 1:30- 3:30 OR Friday March 29th 1:30- 3:30 OR
Sunday March 24th 1:30- 3:30

Have you always wanted to learn to crochet? Delay no longer and sign up for this class! No prior crochet experience necessary. Participants will learn how chain and single crochet. By the end of the class, participants will be able to complete a cowl or hat (student choice). Three (3) Sessions - $65 Saturdays, 10:00am - 12:00pm. April 6, 13 and 27.

Learn the technique of two at a time while making these adorable yoga socks. These are great for those who want to get the basics of socks without the toes or heels. Knitted on DK weight yarn, they will be quick and fun to make. Thursdays, April 4 and 11, 1:30 - 3:30pm OR Saturdays, April 6 and 13, 1:30 - 3:30pm. 2-session class is $45 (materials not included)

Thursdays 10:30-12:30, April 11, 18, May 2 & 9 OR Saturdays 1:30 - 3:30
April 6, 13, 20 & May 4. Four (4) Sessions: $65 (materials additional). This sweet little sweater knits up quickly from the top down. The combination of mohair lace and single-ply merino creates a fabric that is floaty, soft, and sensual. With a high-low hemline and two length options, what’s not to love?