LYS Classes & FREE Workshops

Upcoming Classes and Free Workshops

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Tuesday, February 28: Dashing Mitts Free Workshop

WEDNESDAY, February 29: LEAP YEAR KNITTING Free WORKSHOP!

Tuesday, March 6: Welted Rainbow Blanket Free Workshop

Tuesday, March 20: Lightweight Summer Cardigan Free Workshop

Tuesday, March 27: Saartje's Booties Free Workshop

Tuesday, April 3: Absolute Beginner's Free Workshop

WEDNESDAY, April 4: Lace Ribbon Scarf Free Workshop

Tuesday, April 10: Sock Knitting 101 Class 1 of 2

Tuesday, April 17: Sock Knitting 101 Class 2 of 2

Tuesday, April 24: Clapotis Scarf Free Workshop

WEDNESDAY, May 2:

WEDNESDAY, June 4:

Please pre-register for all classes and workshops by calling LYS (717) 768-8007.

Class size is limited. Your tuition payment holds your space in Classes. All tools and materials are available for purchase at LYS. You may bring your own tools - materials must be purchased at LYS.

Thank you!

Fair Isle Sweater Class: Knitting & Steeking

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photo copyright 3bagsfull/Elinor Brown
First Time Fair Isle Sweater

Tuition: $90.00 + materials

Project: Plum Frost Cardigan by Elinor Brown

Date: January 28, February 11 & 25, March 3, 2012
Time: VARIES. see details below
Supplies: 1,970 - 2,364 yards Harrisville Designs New England Shetland

This class explores the fundamentals of knitting a sweater - using Fair Isle techniques including the oft dreaded STEEK. We will meet four times for a total of twelve hours of instruction. Knit seamlessly in the round from the bottom up, this classic and versatile women’s cardigan pattern features a traditional XOXO stranded pattern. In the 6-color yoke , the stars occupy the lozenge positions - it is beautiful. We will be placing special orders for the yarns for this sweater. Contact the shop to register and to select your colorway.

Deadline to sign up for this class is January 7, 2012 - we expect the class to fill up quickly. Your spot is guaranteed when we receive payment.

Class will meet:
January 28th    1:00 - 4:00
February 11th 1:00 - 3:00
February 25th 1:00 - 3:00
March 3rd        1:00 - 5:00

There will be homework! Space is limited, reserve your spot today!!

Preregistration is required. Please call the shop to sign up: (717) 768-8007.

Materials for classes at LYS must be purchased at LYS. Yarn must be ordered by January 7th.
Thanks!

Tuesday, February 28th: Dashing Mitts Free Workshop

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photo by wannabe on ravelry c2008

Announcing another Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, February 28th for a Free Dashing Mitts Knitting Workshop. We'll cast on and learn the basics of knitting a handsome pair of fingerless mitts in this two hour workshop. Most of the knitting will be done on your own after the workshop.

Project: Dashing Mitts
Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Skill Level: Intermediate.
Skills Required: You must have a basic understanding of most aspects of knitting and some experience knitting in the round.
Techniques Taught: Knitting in the round with DPNs, basic cabling technique
Materials: Two skeins Worsted Weight Wool, one set US#7 or 8 double-point needles, split ring marker, cable needle (a double-point needle may be used if you have a set of 5; only 4 are used for this project), and a tapestry needle. Please download and bring your own copy of the pattern from knitty.com.

Materials for Free Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Wednesday, February 29: LEAP YEAR KNITTER'S EVENING WORKSHOP

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photo c E Dirks
LEAP YEAR 2012

Every four years, we sneak an extra day into our calendars to even things out & to keep order in the cosmos. Let's plan ahead and spend that day with our knitting!

Join us for a special Free Evening Workshop

at Lancaster Yarn Shop on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 between 5:00 - 7:30

We'll be casting on and knitting the ubiquitous Baktus scarf! This is a very popular project for beginners and experienced knitters alike. The Baktus scarf adds one stitch every fourth row--a nod to the Leap Year. What better excuse to buy a new skein of fancy sock yarn than Leap Year? I love my Baktus and if you've been in the shop, you've seen me wearing it. Come make one for yourself!

Please call the shop to sign up for this Free Workshop. You can bring your own tools, but materials for Free Workshops must be purchased at LYS. Please bring your own copy of the pattern available here.

Tuesday, March 6: Welted Rainbow Blanket Free Knitting Workshop

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Announcing another Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, March 6th for a Free Welted Rainbow Baby Blanket Workshop. We'll cast on and learn the basics of knitting and welts - not to mention the particular joy of knitting a rainbow! Most of the knitting will be done on your own after the workshop.

Project: Welted Rainbow Blanket
Date: Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Skill Level: Beginner/Intermediate.
Skills Required: You must have a basic understanding of most aspects of knitting.
Techniques Taught: Knitting.
Materials: Approximately 1,040 yards Simplicity dk (kits will be available), 32" - 40" US #6 or 7 circular needles. Pattern included in kit.

Materials for Free Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Tuesday, March 20th: Summer Cardigan

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Announcing another Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, March 20th for a Free Summer Cardigan Knitting Workshop. We'll cast on and learn the basics of knitting a lightweight cardigan. Most of the knitting will be done on your own after the workshop.

Project: Knitting Pure & Simple Summer Cardigan
Date: Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Skill Level: Intermediate.
Skills Required: You must have a basic understanding of most aspects of knitting. This sweater has a top down, raglan construction.
Techniques Taught: Raglan increasing, top down seamless sweater knitting.
Materials: Approximately 900 -1,400 yards Simplicity dk 29" US 7 circular needles. Pattern available for purchase at LYS.

Materials for Free Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Tuesday, March 27th: Saartje's Booties

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sample knit by Whorled Peace via Ravelry -- Awesome!

Announcing another Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, March 27th for another Free Knitting Workshop. We'll cast on and learn the basics of knitting for a baby or toddler with the very popular Saartje's Booties pattern. These go pretty quickly, but you will need to do a fair amount of knitting on your own after the workshop.

Project: Saartje's Booties
Date: Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate.
Skills Required: You must have a basic understanding of most aspects of knitting. Also, willingness to knit something SO DARN CUTE you might just find yourself making more and more of them!
Techniques Taught: Basic technique, garter stitch, shaping & seaming.
Materials: 100- 200 yards fingering weight yarn, one set US#2 needles. Please download and bring your own copy of the pattern here.

Materials for Free Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Tuesday, April 3, 2012: Absolute Beginner's Workshop

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This workshop is suitable for Absolute Beginner Knitters. Absolute Beginners are Future Knitters who have not yet put ‘yarn’ to ‘needle,’ have neither ‘knit’ nor ‘purled,’ and don’t know the difference between ‘casting on’ and ‘casting off.’ Also, perhaps, Former Knitters who may have forgotten it all (you know who you are!). We’ll help you choose your materials and tools, and teach you to cast on, knit and cast off.

Join us on Tuesday, April 3rd for an Absolute Beginning Knitting Workshop! A friendly introduction to the absolute basics of knitting. Learn everything you need to make a simple, beautiful scarf. This scarf is made using only the knit stitch!

Project: Garter Stitch Scarf
Date: Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Skill Level: Absolute Beginner.
Skills Required: None!
Techniques Taught: Material selection, long-tail cast on, the knit stitch & how to bind off.
Materials: Worsted weight wool yarn, US #8 needles.

Materials for Free Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Wednesday, April 4: Lace Ribbon Scarf Free Workshop

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photo c Veronik Avery

Join us Wednesday evening, April 4th for a Free Lace Ribbon Scarf Knitting Workshop. We'll cast on and review the chart and lace pattern for this pretty Spring scarf. Most of the knitting will be done on your own after the workshop.

Project: Lace Ribbon Scarf
Tuition: Free
Date: Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM

Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced.
Skills Required: You must have a basic understanding of most aspects of knitting. This scarf uses a lace chart and standard lace techniques.
Techniques Taught: Lace chart reading, k2TOG, 2YO, SSK, etc
Materials: Approximately 400-800 yards fingering weight yarn US#3 circular or straight needles. Please download and bring your own copy of the pattern from Knitty.com

Materials for Free Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Tuesday, April 10 & 17: First Time Sock Class

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A First Time Sock Class! Join us on Tuesdays April 10th & 17th and learn to knit a sock! We'll use a pattern that is just right for your first pair of socks.

Project: Beginner’s Lightweight Socks by Knitting Pure & Simple
Date: Tuesdays April 10 & 17
Time: 9:30a - 11:30a
Cost: $35.00

Knit from the cuff down, this sock will introduce new sock knitters to basic sock construction. Special techniques include heel flap, gusset decreases, and toe shaping.

Materials: 100 grams/416 yards fingering weight yarn, US #2 double point needles, stitch marker, tapestry needle.

Sizes available: men & women

This workshop is suitable for Intermediate Knitters. Intermediate Knitters are Current Knitters who know the basics: long-tail cast-on, knit, purl, and bind off. Experience working with double-pointed needles is a plus but not required. This is an ambitious class & will require knitting at home. We will review the whole pattern & all techniques, with particular attention to turning the heel.

The pattern & yarn for this project are available for purchase at LYS. You may bring your own needles and tools for this project.

Remember, class size is limited, please call (717) 768.8007 to reserve your place. Payment required at time of registration.

Tuesday, May 15: Honey Cowl

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photo by edirks on ravelry - thanks!

Announcing another Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, May 15th for a Free Knitting Workshop. We'll cast on and learn the basics of knitting the Honey Cowl. We've had a KAL on our Ravelry page--and it's time to work on it together IRL! (Most of the knitting will be done on your own after the workshop.)

Project: Honey Cowl
Date: Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate.
Skills Required: You must have a basic understanding of most aspects of knitting and be able to knit in the round on a circular needle.
Techniques Taught: Slip Sitch, knitting in the round.
Materials: 225-450 yards DK weight yarn, one set US#8 24 or 32" circular needles.Please download and bring your own copy of the pattern from Ravelry.

Materials for Free Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Tuesday, April 24, 2012: Clapotis Workshop

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Announcing another Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, April 3rd for a Free Knitting Workshop. We'll cast on and learn the basics of knitting the infamous Clapotis Scarf. 18,934 Ravelers can't be wrong! What a popular pattern!

Project: Clapotis
Date: Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate.
Skills Required: You must have a basic understanding of most aspects of knitting.
Techniques Taught: Knitting on the bias. Dropping stitches (gasp!).
Materials: 400- 800 yards DK weight yarn, one set US#8 straight or circular needles. Please download and bring your own copy of the pattern from Knitty.
(This pattern can also be knit with 200 grams fingering weight yarn on US #4 needles.)

Materials for Free Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Tuesday, January 31, 2012: Cable Hat

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photo by frizzyknits on ravelry - thanks!

Announcing another Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, January 31st for a Free Cabled Hat Knitting Workshop. We'll cast on and learn the basics of cabling while knitting in the round in this two hour workshop. Most of the knitting will be done on your own after the workshop.

Project: Sophisticat Hat
Date: Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate.
Skills Required: You must have a basic understanding of most aspects of knitting and be able to knit in the round on a circular needle.
Techniques Taught: Cabling, knitting in the round.
Materials: 160-220 yards DK weight yarn, one set US#6 16" circular needles and one set US #6 DPNs. Please download and bring your own copy of the pattern from frizzyknits' blog.

Materials for Free Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Tuesday, January 17th: Thrummed Mittens Workshop

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photo courtesy domesticatedhuman.com Thanks!

Announcing another Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, January 17th for a Free Thrummed Mittens Knitting Workshop. We'll cast on and learn the basics of knitting with thrums and making a simple mitten in this two hour workshop. Most of the knitting will be done on your own after the workshop.

Project: Thrummed Mittens
Date: Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Skill Level: Intermediate.
Skills Required: You must have a basic understanding of most aspects of knitting and be able to knit in the round on
Techniques Taught: Thrumming!
Materials: One skein worsted weight wool, 50 grams unspun fiber, one set US#5 double pointed needles. Please download and bring your own copy of the pattern from domesticatedhuman.

Materials for Free Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Tuesday, January 24th: Felted Slippers Workshop

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photo by Elina Urmas, designer & knitter c 2011

Announcing another Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, January 24th for a Free Felted Slippers Knitting Workshop. We'll cast on and get started knitting our cozy striped slippers in Lamb's Pride Worsted. We will review the knitting techniques required to complete this project and offer an overview of successful felting. Most of the knitting will be done on your own after the workshop.

Project: Felted Slippers (adult sizes)
Date: Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Skill Level: Intermediate.
Skills Required: You must have a basic understanding of most aspects of knitting and be able to knit in the round on double pointed needles.
Techniques Taught: Knitting for felting.
Materials: Two hundred grams worsted weight wool, one set 16" US# 7 needles and one set US#7 double pointed needles. Please download and bring your own copy of the pattern from this blog.

Materials for Free Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Tuesday, February 21: Palindrome Reversible Cables Scarf Workshop

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Announcing another Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, February 21st for a Free Palindrome Reversible Cables Scarf Knitting Workshop. We'll cast on and learn the basics of knitting cables in this two hour workshop. Most of the knitting will be done on your own after the workshop.

Project: Palindrome Scarf
Date: Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Skill Level: Intermediate.
Skills Required: You must have a basic understanding of most aspects of knitting.
Techniques Taught: Basic cabling technique
Materials: Two skeins Astral, one set US#7 or 8 knitting needles. Please download and bring your own copy of the pattern from Cometosilver.com.

Materials for Free Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Saturday, February 18, 2012: Magic Loop Knitting & Two-at-a-Time Socks Class

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Announcing a one time Magic Loop Technique Class with teacher Barbara Grubbs! Join us on Saturday, February 18th for this class. We'll cast on and learn how to knit using the Magic Loop technique and how to knit two socks at a time in this two and a half hour workshop. Most of the knitting will be done on your own after the workshop. Class size is limited and pre-registration is required. Please call the shop to register (717) 768-8007.

Project: Magic Loop Sock Technique and Two at a Time Socks
Date: Saturday, February 18, 2012
Time: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Tuition: $20.00

Skill Level: Intermediate.
Skills Required: You must have a basic understanding of most aspects of sock knitting and have successfully knit at least one project in the round.
Techniques Taught: Magic Loop! Two at a time Socks! It's Knitting Magic!
Materials: One skein fingering weight wool, one set US#2 40" circular needles (or size required to get gauge). Please bring or purchase a sock pattern. This technique can be used with just about any cuff down sock pattern.

Materials for Classes and Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Tuesday, November 29, 2011: Entrelac Hat Workshop

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Announcing our next Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, November 29th for a Free Entrelac Hat Knitting Workshop. We'll cast on and learn the set up for our entrelac hats in this two hour workshop. Most of the knitting will be done on your own after the workshop.

Project: Entrelac Hat
Date: Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced.
Skills Required: You must have a basic understanding of most aspects of knitting.
Techniques Taught: Hemmed edge, basic entrelac, increasing, decreasing.
Materials: One skein Unisono Merino, 16" US#5 circular needle.

Materials for Free Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Tuesday, December 6th: Absolute Beginner's Knitting Workshop

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Announcing our next Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, December 6th for an Absolute Beginning Knitting Workshop! A friendly introduction to the absolute basics of knitting. Learn everything you need to make a simple, beautiful scarf. This scarf is made using only the knit stitch!

Project: Garter Stitch Scarf
Date: Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Skill Level: Absolute Beginner.
Skills Required: None!
Techniques Taught: Material selection, long-tail cast on, the knit stitch & how to bind off.
Materials: Worsted weight wool yarn, US #8 needles.

This workshop is suitable for Absolute Beginner Knitters. Absolute Beginners are Future Knitters who have not yet put ‘yarn’ to ‘needle,’ have neither ‘knit’ nor ‘purled,’ and don’t know the difference between ‘casting on’ and ‘casting off.’ Also, perhaps, Former Knitters who may have forgotten it all (you know who you are!). We’ll help you choose your materials and tools, and teach you to cast on, knit, purl, and cast off.

Materials for Free Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Tuesday, December 13, 2011: Bulky Cowl Workshop

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Announcing our next Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, December 13th for a Last Minute QUICK Cowl Workshop! Learn everything you need to make a simple, beautiful cowl. This cowl is made in the round using only the knit stitch and one skein of yarn! Please download and print a copy of the pattern and bring it along.

Project: Snow Bank Cowl
Date: Tuesday, December 13 2011
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Skill Level: Beginner/Intermediate.
Skills Required: Basic knitting.
Techniques Taught: Material selection, long-tail cast on, the knit stitch & how to bind off.
Materials: One skein Snuggle, US #11 or US#13 24" circular needles.

Materials for Free Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Tuesday, November 15, 2011: Mistletoe Ornament

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*photo courtesy cagio on ravelry.com* thank you!

Announcing our next Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, November 15th for a Mistletoe Knitting Workshop. We'll learn basic shaping & have fun working with different colors for a nice effect.

Project: Mistletoe!
Date: Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Skill Level: Intermediate.
Skills Required: You should have a basic understanding of most aspects of knitting.
Techniques Taught: Material selection, increasing, decreasing.
Materials: Worsted weight wool yarn, US #6 double pointed needles. Please download and print your own copy of the pattern here or here.

Materials for Free Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Tuesday, October 25th: Fingerless Mitts Workshop

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photo courtesy tamarairene on ravelry-- thanks!

Announcing our next Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, October 25th for an Intermediate Knitting Workshop! Just in time for last minute Holiday Knitting, come learn to knit these beautiful fingerless mitts. 17,000 Ravelers can't be wrong! This is a great pattern.

Project: 'Fetching' Fingerless Mitts
Date: Tuesday, October 25
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Skill Level: Intermediate.
Skills Required: Basic Knitting skills necessary. Must know how to cast on & knit.
Techniques Taught: Material selection, long-tail cast on, knitting in the round on double pointed needles. Simple cabling.

Materials: Approximately 50 grams aran/worsted weight yarn, 1 set US#6 dpn needles, (Needle size may need to be adjusted according to gauge.)

This project is suitable for Intermediate & Advanced Knitters.

Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Materials for Free Workshops at LYS must be purchased at LYS--you can bring your own tools if you'd like.

Thanks!

Tuesday, November 1, 2011: Absolute Beginner's Knitting Workshop

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Announcing our next Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, November 1st for an Absolute Beginning Knitting Workshop! A friendly introduction to the absolute basics of knitting. Learn everything you need to make a simple, beautiful scarf. This scarf is made using only the knit stitch!

Project: Garter Stitch Scarf
Date: Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Skill Level: Absolute Beginner.
Skills Required: None!
Techniques Taught: Material selection, long-tail cast on, the knit stitch & how to bind off.
Materials: Worsted weight wool yarn, US #8 needles.

This workshop is suitable for Absolute Beginner Knitters. Absolute Beginners are Future Knitters who have not yet put ‘yarn’ to ‘needle,’ have neither ‘knit’ nor ‘purled,’ and don’t know the difference between ‘casting on’ and ‘casting off.’ Also, perhaps, Former Knitters who may have forgotten it all (you know who you are!). We’ll help you choose your materials and tools, and teach you to cast on, knit, purl, and cast off.

Materials for Free Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Tuesday, November 8, 2011: Clara Cowl Free Workshop

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Announcing our next Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, November 8th for an Intermediate/Extreme Level Knitting Workshop! A friendly introduction to giant cables & grafting! Simple modifications make this cowl a reversible scarf or a double cowl. The cowl is completely reversible, completely seamless, and completely luxurious. It’s worked completely in 1 x 1 rib and is grafted together at the end.

Project: Clara Cowl by Nerdy Gerdy Designs
Date: Tuesday, November 8
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Skill Level: Intermediate/Extreme
Skills Required: Basic Knitting skills necessary. Must know how to cast on & knit.
Techniques Taught: Material selection, cabling, grafting.

Materials: One skein SUNGGLE. US #13 straights or circular. Thanks to Gretchen for permission to use her excellent pattern. Please download and print your own copy of the pattern here:

http://www.hesowsandshesews.com/2011/08/clara-cowl.html

Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Tuesday, October 18th: Purple Zephyr--A New Sock from LYS!

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Announcing our next Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, October 18th for an Intermediate Knitting Workshop! A new sock pattern making it's Debut at LYS! A playful rib pattern keeps knitters interested while giving a nod to the unique role of the railroad in Lancaster County.

Project: Purple Zephyr Socks
Date: Tuesday, October18
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced.
Skills Required: Basic Knitting skills necessary. Must know how to cast on & knit on double pointed needles, and have a basic understanding of sock knitting..
Techniques Taught: Stretchy cast on, discussion of the 'garter short-row heel,' and other tricks & tips for successful sock knitting.

Materials: Approximately 100 grams fingering/sock weight yarn, 1 set US#1 or 2 dpn needles, (Needle size may need to be adjusted according to gauge.)

This project is suitable for Intermediate & Advanced Knitters.

Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Materials for Free Workshops at LYS must be purchased at LYS--you can bring your own tools if you'd like.

Thanks!

Tuesday, October 11th: Turn A Square Hat

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Project: Turn A Square hat
Date: Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Time: 9:30 - 11:30

Jared Flood's Turn A Square hat is a wonderful hat pattern! This hat looks great on anyone. Come cast on your hat & get it done in plenty of time for holiday knit-giving! We'll get you started on your hat & demonstrate the ingenious techniques of the jogless join & raglan decreases for the top.

Materials: approximately 40 g worsted weight yarn in solid color & 25 g worsted weight self striping. US #6 & 7 16" circular needles & one set US#7 DPNs. (or needles as needed to knit at gauge suggested!) Stitch markers. Pattern*.

*Students will need to print the pattern before the class. Jared Flood has graciously agreed to let us use his free pattern, help us respect copyright by visiting his website or Ravelry.

You may bring your own needles & tools for this project, but please plan to purchase materials for the project at LYS. Thanks!

LYS Fall Knitting Retreat

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event: LYS Fall Knitting Retreat & High Tea
date: Saturday, September 17, 2011
time: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
cost: $98.00 all inclusive

Lace Sock Knitting & High Tea! Sounds like a great day, doesn't it?

Hosted & taught by Wendy Ellis & Barbara Grubbs, we will enjoy a day of instruction in the finer points of lace sock knitting. See our post here for more information.
Pre-registration is required. Sign up now open. http://lancasteryarnshop.bigcartel.com/products.

Tuesday, September 20: Garter Scarf Beginners+ Free Workshop

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Announcing our next Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, September 20th for an Absolute Beginning Knitting Workshop! A friendly introduction to the absolute basics of knitting. Learn everything you need to make a simple, beautiful scarf. This scarf is made using only the knit stitch!

Project: Garter Stitch Scarf

Date: Tuesday, September 20
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Skill Level: Absolute Beginner/Intermediate.
Skills Required: None!
Techniques Taught: Material selection, long-tail cast on, the knit stitch & how to bind off.
Materials: Worsted weight wool yarn, US #8 needles.

This workshop is suitable for Absolute Beginner Knitters. Absolute Beginners are Future Knitters who have not yet put ‘yarn’ to ‘needle,’ have neither ‘knit’ nor ‘purled,’ and don’t know the difference between ‘casting on’ and ‘casting off.’ Also, perhaps, Former Knitters who may have forgotten it all (you know who you are!). We’ll help you choose your materials and tools, and teach you to cast on, knit, purl, and cast off.

Already have the basics down, but need a refresher? We can make one quick change to this project & learn to knit a cowl with a slit in it--as pictured above. Don't stay away!

Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Tuesday, September 13: Moebius Curl Cowl

2011-07-27T10:42:00.000-07:00

Announcing our next Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, September 13th for an introduction to Moebius Knitting!

Project: One Skein Moebius Cowl
Date: Tuesday, September 13
Time: 9:30 am - 11:30 am

A friendly introduction to moebius knitting! Learn everything you need to make a simple, beautiful cowl. This scarf is made using Cat Bordhi's extraordinary moebius cast-on, the knit & the purl stitch!

Skill Level: Intermediate*
Skills Required: Basic knitting skills required.
Techniques Taught: Material selection,moebius cast on, moebius knitting technique.
Materials: One skein Snuggle, 36"US #11 circular needles. Pattern provided.

*Intermediate Knitters are Current Knitters who know the basics: long-tail cast-on, knit, purl, and bind off.

Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Tuesday, September 27: First Time Fair Isle

2011-07-27T10:20:00.000-07:00

Announcing our next FREE Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, September 27th for a beginning Fair Isle Hat workshop!

Project: Simple Fair Isle Cap
Date: Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Time: 9:30 - 11:30

An introduction to color work! Liven up your handwork and increase your knitting skills with stranded colorwork. Fair Isle is one of the most common techniques used in knitting to create color patterns.

Skill Level: Intermediate/Extreme *
Skills Required: Complete understanding of knitting, purling.
Pattern Requirements: 16" circular US #8 needles, US #8 DPNs & stitch markers.

*Who is an Extreme Knitter? Does entrelac make you swoon? Love cables? Colorwork? Is Barbara Walker your favorite author? Let's do some extreme knitting! You know you want to!

Class size is limited. Preregistration is required. (717) 768-8007.
Materials for Free Workshops at LYS must be purchased at LYS. Thanks!

Tuesday, July 12, 2011: Vintage Dishcloths for Beginners

2011-06-15T14:12:00.000-07:00

Learn to Knit this FAVORITE Vintage Dishcloth!

Cost: FREE
Project: Nana's Favorite Dishcloth by unkown/vintage
Date: July 12
Time: 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Let's make this classic dishcloth together! Move your knitting skills up a notch with this simple, useful and fun project. Students will be provided with a pattern.

Skill Level: Beginner
Skills Required: Learn to cast on, knit, increase and decrease!
Techniques Taught: Basic knitting technique.
Materials: Second Time Cotton available at LYS. US# 6 or 7 needles.

Preregistration is required. Please call the shop to sign up: (717) 768-8007.

Materials for classes and workshops at LYS must be purchased at LYS. Thanks!

Tuesday, July 26, 2011: Absolute Beginning Knitting

2011-06-15T14:11:00.000-07:00

Announcing our next Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, July 26th for an Absolute Beginning Knitting Workshop! A friendly introduction to the absolute basics of knitting. Learn everything you need to make a simple, beautiful scarf. This scarf is made using only the knit stitch!

Project: Garter Stitch Scarf
Date: Tuesday, July 26
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Skill Level: Absolute Beginner.
Skills Required: None!
Techniques Taught: Material selection, long-tail cast on, the knit stitch & how to bind off.
Materials: Worsted weight wool yarn, US #8 needles.

This workshop is suitable for Absolute Beginner Knitters. Absolute Beginners are Future Knitters who have not yet put ‘yarn’ to ‘needle,’ have neither ‘knit’ nor ‘purled,’ and don’t know the difference between ‘casting on’ and ‘casting off.’ Also, perhaps, Former Knitters who may have forgotten it all (you know who you are!). We’ll help you choose your materials and tools, and teach you to cast on, knit, purl, and cast off.

Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Summer Yarn Camp: Monday, August 15, 2011

2011-06-15T13:44:00.000-07:00

Announcing our First Day of Summer Yarn Camp! Join us on Monday, August 15th for an Absolute Beginning Knitting Workshop!

Project: Garter Stitch Scarf
Date: Monday, August 15
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

A friendly introduction to the absolute basics of knitting. Learn everything you need to make a simple, beautiful scarf. This scarf is made using only the knit stitch!

Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Summer Yarn Camp: Tuesday, August 16, 2011

2011-06-15T13:43:00.003-07:00

Learn to Knit this FAVORITE Vintage Dishcloth!

Announcing day TWO of Yarn Camp! Join us Tuesday morning: August 16th.

Cost: FREE
Project: Nana's Favorite Dishcloth by unkown/vintage
Date: August 16
Time: 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Remember making crafts for Mom & Grandmom at Camp? Let's make this classic dishcloth together! Move your knitting skills up a notch with this simple, useful and fun project. Students will be provided with a pattern.

Preregistration is required. Please call the shop to sign up: (717) 768-8007.

Materials for classes and workshops at LYS must be purchased at LYS. Thanks!

Summer Yarn Camp: Wednesday, August 17, 2011

2011-06-15T13:43:00.002-07:00

Project: Drop Stitch Scarf by Christine Vogel
Date: Tuesday, August 17th
Time: 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Hey, Campers! Knit a lacy, open scarf with 100 grams of fingering weight yarn! Learn everything you need to make a simple, beautiful scarf. This scarf is made using only the knit stitch and yarn overs.

Skill Level: Beginner/Intermediate.
Skills Required: Basic knitting skills required. Must know how to cast on & knit!
Techniques Taught: Material selection, long-tail cast on, the knit stitch, yarn overs & how to bind off.
Materials: 100 grams Fingering Weight Yarn, US #8 needles. Students must print their own copy of the pattern. It is available as a Free Download on Ravelry.

This workshop is suitable for Beginner/Intermediate/Experienced Knitters. You only need to know how to cast on & knit--we'll teach you the rest!

Preregistration is required. Please call the shop to sign up: (717) 768-8007.

Materials for Free Workshops at LYS must be purchased at LYS. Thanks!

Summer Yarn Camp: Thursday August 18, 2011

2011-06-15T13:43:00.001-07:00

special thanks to R Danger for use of her photo & pattern!

FUN, SILLY, DANGEROUS KNITTING!

AMIGURUMI STRIKES YARN CAMP!

Announcing day FOUR of Yarn Camp! Join us Thursday morning: August 18th.

Cost: FREE
Project: Monster Chunks by Rebecca Danger
Date: August 18
Time: 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Written for a variety of weights, these scary monsters are just the thing for camp! Students must print and bring their own pattern: find it here on Ravelry!

Skill Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Skills Required: Basic knitting skills required. Must know how to cast on and knit!
Techniques Taught: Circular knitting on dpns, shaping, Kitchener/grafting.
Materials: Funky Yarn Kit available at LYS. Bring a variety of sizes of Double Pointed Needles (suggested range US#7 - US #11).

Preregistration is required. Please call the shop to sign up: (717) 768-8007.

Materials for classes and workshops at LYS must be purchased at LYS. Thanks!

Summer Yarn Camp: Friday, August 19, 2011

2011-06-15T13:43:00.000-07:00

special thanks to Olivia Sherwood for photo & pattern permissions

Knit a Funky Bowl--then Felt it!

Announcing day FIVE of Yarn Camp! Join us Friday morning: August 19th.

Cost: FREE
Project: Felted Pod by Olivia Sherwood
Date: August 19
Time: 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Remember making funny little crafts at Camp? This funky little bowl is sweet, simple &, well, funky! Learn some truly impressive Knitting Moves in this last day of Summer Yarn Camp! Students must print and bring their own pattern: http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/felted-pod

Skill Level: Intermediate
Skills Required: Cast on, knit, increase and decrease!
Techniques Taught: Basic knitting techniques expanded upon.
Materials: Lamb's Pride Felted Bowl Kit available for Summer Yarn Camp. US# 10 or 11 DPN needles.

Preregistration is required. Please call the shop to sign up: (717) 768-8007.

Materials for classes and workshops at LYS must be purchased at LYS. Thanks!

3 Saturdays: Magic Loop Sock Class Starts June 18

2011-06-01T09:57:00.000-07:00

3 Saturdays: June 18, 25 & July 9. 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Learn Magic Loop Sock Knitting with one of our favorite teachers, Barbara Grubbs!

The Magic Loop technique is a method of knitting socks or small circumferences using one long circular needle. Magic Loop knitting is a handy alternative method for those who tire of using their double pointed needles.

We'll meet three times for 2 hours. In the first class, we'll cast on and start our socks. You'll have to do some knitting at home after the first class, so that, during the second class, we can all learn how to turn a heel with this cool technique.

Tuition includes one 40" long Addi Turbo circular knitting needle and your own copy of the book "Sensational Socks" by Charlene Schurch. Students will need to purchase a 100 gram skein of sock yarn (available at LYS). We stock lots of different sock yarns at LYS, so arrive a little early for the first class to make your selection and purchase your sock yarn!

Skill Level: Intermediate. You MUST know how to cast on, knit, purl, increase & decrease. Prior sock knitting experience helpful.
Instructor: Barbara Grubbs.
Dates: Saturdays June 18, 25 & July 9.
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Tuition: $88.00

Registration CLOSES June 4th 6pm. Class size limited.
Sign up securely online: http://lancasteryarnshop.bigcartel.com/products or call the shop if you need help or have any questions!

Tuesday, June 28: Free Moebius Knitting Workshop

2011-05-25T12:14:00.000-07:00

Announcing our next Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, June 28th for an introduction to Moebius Knitting! Class size is limited, please call (717) 768.8007 to reserve your spot right away!

Project: One Skein Moebius Cowl
Date: Tuesday, June 28
Time: 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Skill Level: Intermediate.
Skills Required: Basic knitting skills required.
Techniques Taught: Material selection,moebius cast on, moebius knitting technique.
Materials: One skein Kettle Dyed Bulky Merino, 24" -32"US #11 circular needles. Pattern provided.

This workshop is suitable for Intermediate Knitters.

Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

LYS Knitting Retreat September 16 - 18, 2011

2011-05-06T08:06:00.000-07:00

Our Fall 2011 Knitting Retreat has been cancelled. We hope to see you in Spring 2012 for another weekend of knitting fun!

Fall Knitting Retreat

A weekend of knitting, relaxing, and community

Join LYS in a beautiful Lancaster County Amish farmhouse that offers guests all the comforts of an inn and the hospitality of a home. White Oak B&B, just a few country miles from LYS, is a 'wonderful good' setting for a friendly weekend of knitting and community. Picture a Great Room that is specifically designed for Craft Retreats--comfortable couches, tables and chairs, coffee and tea--it's perfect!

The Fall Knitting Retreat is scheduled for September 16 - 18, and runs from Friday evening to mid-day Sunday. Cost includes lodging, meals (except Saturday dinner on-your-own), and a Farmhouse Knitting Workshop (details to follow) on Saturday. We'll make something beautiful together!

Cost: $295.00 each
Arrival: Friday, September 16th 4:30 p.m.

Check out: Sunday, September 18th 12:00 p.m.

Space is limited. Rates based on double occupancy.
Please telephone the shop with roommate requests when you register.

There will also be a limited number of spaces to join us for the
Farmhouse Knitting Workshop & lunch.

*In the event that you register after the event is full, you will, of course, receive a full refund immediately.

Saturday, May 7: Absolute Beginning Knitting Workshop

2011-05-01T06:57:00.000-07:00

Free Beginner Knitting Workshop: May 7, 2011

Announcing our next Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Saturday, May 7th for an Absolute Beginning Knitting Workshop! Class size is limited, please call (717) 768.8007 to reserve your spot right away!

Project: Garter Stitch Scarf
Date: Saturday, May 7
Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm

A friendly introduction to the absolute basics of knitting. Learn everything you need to make a simple, beautiful scarf. This scarf is made using only the knit stitch!

Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Saturday, May 21: Drop Stitch Scarf (Again!)

2011-04-26T10:54:00.000-07:00

photo c Majuista on Ravelry.com

Announcing our next FREE Knitting Workshop! Join us on Saturday, May 21st for a Free Drop Stitch Scarf Knitting Workshop!
Project: Drop Stitch Scarf by Christine Vogel
Date: Saturday, May 21
Time: 12:30 pm - 2:30pm

Knit a lacy, open scarf with 100 grams of fingering weight yarn! Learn everything you need to make a simple, beautiful scarf. This scarf is made using only the knit stitch and yarn overs.

Preregistration is required. Please call the shop to sign up: (717) 768-8007.

Materials for Free Workshops at LYS must be purchased at LYS. Thanks!

Tuesday, May 3: Sweet Baby Hat Free Workshop

2011-04-25T11:49:00.000-07:00

Announcing our next FREE Knitting Workshop!
Join us on Tuesday May 3rd for a wonderful Baby Hat Workshop!

Project: Sweet Norwegian Baby Hat
Date: Tuesday, May 3
Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm

My favorite baby hat--ever! Featuring large chevron shaping and worked in a fingering weight, there are more than 3,000 projects on Ravelry. This sweet hat knits up beautifully in variegated or hand painted sock yarn.

Skill Level: Intermediate.
Skills Required: Comfortable with basic knitting, able to work in the round on dpns.
Techniques Taught: Chevron shaping, , the knit stitch & how to bind off.
Materials: 50 grams fingering weight yarn,

This workshop is suitable for Intermediate Knitters. Intermediate Knitters are Current Knitters who know the basics: long-tail cast-on, knit, purl, and bind off. Experience working with double-pointed needles is a plus! We’ll help you choose your materials and tools, and teach you to cast on, knit, purl, and cast off.

Preregistration is required. Please call the shop to sign up: (717) 768-8007.

Materials for Free Workshops at LYS must be purchased at LYS. Thanks!

Tuesday, May 17: Drop Stitch Scarf Workshop

2011-03-30T08:04:00.000-07:00

photo by Majuista via Ravelry.com

Announcing our next FREE Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, May 17th for a Free Drop Stitch Scarf Knitting Workshop!

Project: Drop Stitch Scarf by Christine Vogel
Date: Tuesday, May 17
Time: 9:30am - 11:30am

Knit a lacy, open scarf with 100 grams of fingering weight yarn! Learn everything you need to make a simple, beautiful scarf. This scarf is made using only the knit stitch and yarn overs.

Preregistration is required. Please call the shop to sign up: (717) 768-8007.

Materials for Free Workshops at LYS must be purchased at LYS. Thanks!

Saturday May 14: Introduction to Entrelac

2011-03-07T12:58:00.000-08:00

Photo courtesy Alissa Barton http://www.ravelry.com/people/KnittingFairy

Announcing another FREE Knitting Workshop! Join us on Saturday, May 14th for an Introduction to Entrelac Knitting. Learn the basics of entrelac knitting with this simple scarf project.

Class size is limited, please call (717) 768.8007 to reserve your spot right away!

Project: Entrelac Scarf

Date: Saturday, May 14, 2011

Time: 12:30 - 2:30

Entrelac is a knitting technique used to create a textured diamond pattern. The knitted fabric resembles basket-woven strips but is really interconnected squares. The pattern emerges like magic; you won’t believe your eyes! A self-striping yarn enhances this amazing stitch pattern.

Skill Level: Intermediate/Extreme
Skills Required: Complete understanding of knitting, purling.
Pattern Requirements:US #8 needles, & 300-500 yards worsted weight yarn
Techniques Taught: K2tog, P2tog, & pick up stitches.

You must pre-register for this class by calling LYS (717) 768-8007. Class size limited!
Materials for Free Workshops at LYS must be purchased at LYS. Thanks! You may bring & use your own tools & needles. Please bring a variety of needle sizes, as your 'mileage' may vary!

Saturday, April 16: Little Birds

2011-03-07T08:13:00.000-08:00

photo used with permission from Katie Startzman *thanks!*

Announcing another FREE Knitting Workshop! Join us on Saturday, April 16th for a Knitted Toy Workshop! Learn the basics of knitting a precious little soft toy with the Little Birds pattern from Duo Fiberworks.

Project: Little Birds
Date: Saturday, April 16, 2011
Time: 12:30 - 2:30

Welcome Spring! Get playful with your handwork and increase your knitting skills with this fun pattern. Please print your own pattern from the Duo Fiberworks site. Learn to increase, decrease & kitchener. Kits available include yarn, stuffing, & materials for eyes.

Skill Level: Intermediate
Skills Required: Complete understanding of knitting, purling.
Pattern Requirements: US #3 double pointed needles

Just in time for Spring! These little birds would look sweet in your May Day basket or perched among a bunch of forsythia!

You must pre-register for this class by calling LYS (717) 768-8007. Class size limited!
Materials for Free Workshops at LYS must be purchased at LYS. Thank you!

Free Beginning Crochet Workshop

2011-03-01T15:12:00.000-08:00

Announcing our first Free Crochet Workshop with Amanda from Crabapple Yarns! Join us on Saturday, June 4th for an Absolute Beginning Crochet Workshop!

Project: Double Crochet Scarf
Date: June 4th
Time: 9:30am - 11:30am

Learn everything you need to know to complete a wonderful crocheted scarf...perfect for the spring weather. This class is for true beginners. You will learn to make a foundation chain, single crochet, double crochet and slip stitch.

Skill Level: Beginner
Skills Required: None, Zero
Techniques Taught: Foundation chain, single crochet, double crochet and finishing
Materials: Fingering weight yarn, 5mm hook (H)

Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.
Yarn for Free Workshops must be purchased at LYS. You may bring your own tools. Thank you!

Tuesday, April 26 'Amish Beanie' Workshop

2011-03-01T12:13:00.000-08:00

Announcing our next free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, April 26th as we cast on a stylish cap with just a hint of fancy!

Project: Amish Beanie
Date: Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Time: 9:30a - 11:30a

Materials: 100grams worsted weight yarn, US #8 16" circular & double point needles, stitch marker, tapestry needle.

Sizes available: medium, large (slouchy)

Wonderful good! This cute little cap is knit in the round with a feather & fan border. This workshop is suitable for Intermediate Knitters. Intermediate Knitters are Current Knitters who know the basics: long-tail cast-on, knit, purl, and bind off. Experience working with double-pointed needles is a plus!
A kit for this project is available for purchase at LYS.

You must pre-register for this class by calling LYS (717) 768-8007. Class size limited!
Materials for Free Workshops at LYS must be purchased at LYS. Thanks!

Tuesday, April 12, 2011: Child's Sock Workshop

2011-03-01T11:42:00.000-08:00

Announcing another FREE Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, April 12 as we cast on a sock! We'll use a pattern that is just right for your first pair of socks.

Project: Easy Children's Light Weight Socks by Knitting Pure & Simple
Date: Tuesday APril 12, 2011
Time: 9:30a - 11:30a

A child sized real sock! Knit from the cuff down, this sock will introduce new sock knitters to basic sock construction. Special techniques include heel flap, gusset decreases, and toe shaping.

Materials:

150 - 275 yards fingering weight yarn, US #2 double point needles, stitch marker, tapestry needle.

Sizes available: small, medium, large (toddler-child's 5)

This workshop is suitable for Intermediate Knitters. Intermediate Knitters are Current Knitters who know the basics: long-tail cast-on, knit, purl, and bind off. Experience working with double-pointed needles is a plus! This is an ambitious workshop & will require a lot of knitting at home. We will review the whole pattern & all techniques, with particular attention to turning the heel.

The pattern & yarn for this project are available for purchase at LYS. You may bring your own needles and tools for this project, but please plan to purchase yarn & pattern at LYS. Thanks!

Remember, class size is limited, please call (717) 768.8007 to reserve your place in the workshop right away!

Saturday, April 9: First Time Fair Isle Workshop

2011-03-01T10:49:00.000-08:00

Announcing our next FREE Knitting Workshop! Join us on Saturday, April 9th for a beginning Fair Isle workshop! Our Fair Isle Workshop was so popular, we're offering it a third time!

Project: Simple Fair Isle Cap
Date: Saturday, April 9, 2011
Time: 12:30 - 2:30

An introduction to color work! Welcome Spring! Liven up your handwork and increase your knitting skills with stranded colorwork. Fair Isle is one of the most common techniques used in knitting to create color patterns.

Skill Level: Intermediate/Extreme *
Skills Required: Complete understanding of knitting, purling.
Pattern Requirements: 16" circular US #8 needles, US #8 DPNs & stitch markers.

*Who is an Extreme Knitter? Does entrelac make you swoon? Love cables? Colorwork? Is Barbara Walker your favorite author? Let's do some extreme knitting! You know you want to!

Class size is limited. Preregistration is required. (717) 768-8007.
Materials for Free Workshops at LYS must be purchased at LYS. Thanks!

2011-02-18T13:02:00.000-08:00

Free First Time CABLES Knitting Workshop:

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Announcing our next Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, March 15th for a First Time Cable Knitting Workshop! Class size is limited, please call (717) 768.8007 to reserve your spot right away!

Project: Easy Cable Headband by Subversive Knitting
Date: Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Time: 9:30a - 11:30a

photo by SusanB-knits http://www.ravelry.com/people/SusanB-knits

An introduction to the absolute basics of knitting cables. We'll cast on & begin knitting a simple cabled headband. Learn everything you need to make this beautiful piece.

Skill Level: Intermediate.
Skills Required: Basic knitting skills a must.
Techniques Taught: Cable knitting, how to read cable charts & patterns.
Materials: Worsted weight wool yarn, US #7 needles, pattern. Please print & bring your own copy of the pattern here.

This workshop is suitable for Intermediate Knitters. Intermediate Knitters are Current Knitters who know the basics: long-tail cast-on, knit, purl, and bind off. Develop your skills and learn shaping, new patterns, and cool techniques that will move your knitting forward! These are project oriented classes, let's make something beautiful!

Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

2011-02-18T12:35:00.000-08:00

Free Beginner Knitting Workshop: March 12, 2011

Announcing our next Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Saturday, March 12th for an Absolute Beginning Knitting Workshop! Class size is limited, please call (717) 768.8007 to reserve your spot right away!

Project: Garter Stitch Scarf
Date: Saturday, March 12
Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm

A friendly introduction to the absolute basics of knitting. Learn everything you need to make a simple, beautiful scarf. This scarf is made using only the knit stitch!

Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

ANOTHER First Time Fair Isle Workshop

2011-02-18T11:28:00.000-08:00

Saturday, March 26, 2011

Announcing our next Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Saturday, March 26th for a beginning Fair Isle workshop! Our first fair isle workshop was so popular, we're offering it again!

Class size is limited, please call (717) 768.8007 to reserve your spot right away!

Project: Simple Fair Isle Cap
Date: Saturday, March 26, 2011
Time: 12:30 - 2:30

An introduction to color work! Escape Winter with Color! Liven up your handwork and increase your knitting skills with colorwork. Fair Isle is one of the most common techniques used in knitting to create color patterns.

Skill Level: Intermediate/Extreme *
Skills Required: Complete understanding of knitting, purling.
Pattern Requirements: US #8 needles

*Who is an Extreme Knitter? Does entrelac make you swoon? Love cables? Colorwork? Is Barbara Walker your favorite author? Let's do some extreme knitting! You know you want to!

Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Free Fair Isle Knitting Workshop: February 26, 2011

2011-01-26T09:54:00.000-08:00

Announcing our next Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Saturday, February 26th for a beginning Fair Isle workshop! Class size is limited, please call (717) 768.8007 to reserve your spot right away!

Project: TBD
Date: Saturday, February 26, 2011
Time: 12:30 - 2:30

Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Free Beginner Knitting Workshop: February 22, 2011

2011-01-26T09:38:00.000-08:00

Announcing our next Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, February 22nd for an Absolute Beginning Knitting Workshop! Class size is limited, please call (717) 768.8007 to reserve your spot right away!

Project: Garter Stitch Scarf
Date: Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Time: 9:30a - 11:30a

A friendly introduction to the absolute basics of knitting. Learn everything you need to make a simple, beautiful scarf. This scarf is made using only the knit stitch!

Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Free Sweet Hearts Workshop: February 5, 2011

2011-01-14T12:14:00.000-08:00

Announcing our next Free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Saturday, February 5th for a Sweet Hearts Workshop! Class size is limited, please call (717) 768.8007 to reserve your spot right away!

Project: Little Hearts
Date: Saturday, February 5, 2011
Time: 9:30a - 11:30a

photo by vitsippa on ravelry c 2010 used with permission

These sweet little hearts are knit in one piece with almost no finishing. We'll use double pointed needles to work these up.

Materials: worsted weight wool yarn, 5" US #8 dpns, stitch marker, & tapestry needle

This workshop is suitable for Intermediate Knitters. Intermediate Knitters are Current Knitters who know the basics: long-tail cast-on, knit, purl, and bind off.
Sign up for this workshop to develop your knitting skills! The pattern features a figure eight cast-on, dpn knitting, & the Kitchener stitch. Students purchase a kit with assorted colors Brown Sheep Lamb's Pride yarn & a set of Brittany needles.

Special thanks to Teresa Fox for permission to use her free pattern for our Free Workshop! The pattern is available on Ravelry or on her blog. Please

download & print your own copy of the pattern. It is available for free on Ravelry. Special thanks to vitsippa for use of her beautiful photographs.

Free Child's Socks Workshop: January 22, 2011

2010-12-14T13:40:00.000-08:00

Announcing our next free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Saturday, January 22nd as we cast on a sock! We'll use a pattern that is just right for your first pair of socks. Class size is limited, please call (717) 768.8007 to reserve your spot right away!

Project: Easy Children's Light Weight Socks by Knitting Pure & Simple
Date: Saturday, January 22, 2011
Time: 9:30a - 11:30a

A child sized real sock! Knit from the cuff down, this sock will introduce new sock knitters to basic sock construction. Special techniques include heel flap, gusset decreases, and toe shaping.

Materials:

150 - 275 yards fingering weight yarn, US #2 double point needles, stitch marker, tapestry needle.

Sizes available: small, medium, large (toddler-child's 5)

This workshop is suitable for Intermediate Knitters. Intermediate Knitters are Current Knitters who know the basics: long-tail cast-on, knit, purl, and bind off. Experience working with double-pointed needles is a plus! This is an ambitious workshop & will require a lot of knitting at home. We will review the whole pattern & all techniques, with particular attention to turning the heel.

The pattern & yarn for this project are available for purchase at LYS. You may bring your own needles and tools for this project, but please plan to purchase yarn & pattern at LYS. Thanks!

Remember, class size is limited, please call (717) 768.8007 to reserve your place in the workshop right away!

Free Baby Hat & Mitt Workshop: Tuesday, January 25, 2011

2010-12-14T13:18:00.000-08:00

Announcing another free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, January 25th as we cast on the Alpaca Yarn Company's 'Cuddle Knit Cap & Mitts' baby set. Class size is limited, please call (717) 768.8007 to reserve your spot right away!

Project: Cuddle Knit Cap & Mitt
Date: Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Time: 10:00a - 12:00a

A super soft baby or toddler hat & mitt set worked in alpaca. These pieces are knit flat & seamed. Special techniques include picot edge at the cuffs.

Materials:

100 grams (220 yards) dk weight Classic Alpaca or Paca-Paints, US #4 & US #6 needles, stitch marker, tapestry needle, crochet hook size B.

Sizes available: infant, toddler

This workshop is suitable for Intermediate Knitters. Intermediate Knitters are Current Knitters who know the basics: long-tail cast-on, knit, purl, and bind off.

The pattern & yarn for this project are available for purchase at LYS. You may bring your own needles and tools for this project, but please plan to purchase yarn & pattern at LYS. Thanks!

Remember, class size is limited, please call (717) 768.8007 to reserve your place in the workshop right away!

Free Hat Workshop Tuesday, January 11

2010-12-11T13:56:00.000-08:00

Announcing our fourth free Knitting Workshop! Join us on Tuesday, January 11 to cast on a wurm hat! Class size is limited, please call (717) 768.8007 to reserve your spot right away!

Project: wurm
Date: Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Time: 9:30a - 11:03a

photo by katushika c 2009

The wurm is a funky, beautiful, bouncy and warm hat. 'Katushika,' a knitter from Vienna, Austria, designed & published the pattern on Ravelry in May 2009. With 1,074 FO's, Ravelers have voted with their needles--this is a great hat! Who doesn't need a fun and new "I made it myself" hat?

Special thanks to Katushika for permission to use her free pattern for our Free Workshop!

Materials:

100 grams Sport weight yarn, US #4 & US #6 needles 40" circulars (or 16" & one set DPNS in larger size), stitch marker, tapestry needle

Sizes available: small, medium, large

This workshop is suitable for Intermediate Knitters. Intermediate Knitters are Current Knitters who know the basics: long-tail cast-on, knit, purl, and bind off.

Sign up for this workshop to develop your knitting skills! The pattern features a simple combination of stockinette & reverse-stockinette. We'll learn magic loop (can also be knit on regular 16" circular needles & DPNs), how to knit a hemmed, double edge on a hat brim, and other cool techniques that will move your knitting forward!

Students must download & print their own copy of the pattern. It is available as a free download on Ravelry. You may bring your own needles and tools for this project, but please plan to purchase yarn for this project at LYS. Thanks!

Free Beech Wood Cowl Workshop

2010-11-17T10:13:00.000-08:00

Lancaster Yarn Shop is happy to offer our third in a series of free Knitting Workshops this fall! Class size is limited, please call (717) 768.8007 to reserve your spot right away!

Project: Beech Wood by Ilga Leja
Date: Tuesday, December 7
Time: 9:30 - 11:03a

The Beech Wood cowl pattern is a real beauty. Ilga Leja, a knitter from Nova Scotia, designed this lively, fun to knit cowl. A great gift--or a stylish addition to your Winter wardrobe, the pattern features clever beginner level lace techniques & a fun drop-stitch detail.

Knit by nearly 400 Ravelers, this was offered as a free pattern until this week. Special thanks to Ilga for permission to use the pattern & permission for us to share it with you for free.

Materials: US #6 or US#7 16" or 24” circular needle, stitch markers, row counter, & approximately 100-150 grams /185 yards dk yarn. The pattern will be provided by LYS.

This workshop is suitable for Intermediate Knitters. Intermediate Knitters are Current Knitters who know the basics: long-tail cast-on, knit, purl, and bind off. Develop your skills and learn shaping, new patterns, and cool techniques that will move your knitting forward!

You may bring your own needles & tools for this project, but please plan to purchase yarn for this project at LYS. Thanks!

FREE Baktus Scarf Workshop

2010-10-11T12:24:00.000-07:00

Lancaster Yarn Shop is happy to offer our second in a series of free classes and workshops this fall! Class size is limited, please call (717) 768.8007 to reserve your spot right away!

Project: Baktus Scarf
Date: Saturday, November 6
Time: 9:00 - 11:00a

The Baktus scarf is a lightweight scarf typically knit with sock yarn. Knit by more than 5,000 Ravelers, this popular pattern is simple & beautiful. The principle is to knit a triangle using your exact amount of yarn. We'll cast on & discuss alternative methods of increasing for shaping this garter stitch project. This is a simple pattern, suitable for beginners & intermediate knitters.

Materials: US #2 or US#3 24” circular needle, & approximately 400 yards/100 grams sock yarn. Students will need to print the pattern before the class.* You may bring your own needles & tools for this project, but please plan to purchase yarn for this project at LYS. Thanks!

*Strikkelise has given us permission to use her pattern, but students must download their own copy. Thanks, Strikkelise!
Thanks also to tryphina for the photo!

FREE Fall Hat Workshop

2010-09-23T12:23:00.000-07:00

Lancaster Yarn Shop is happy to offer our first in a series of free classes and workshops this fall! Class size is limited, please call (717) 768.8007 to reserve your spot right away!

Project: Turn A Square hat
Date: Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Time: 10:00 - 12:00 p

Jared Flood's Turn A Square hat is a wonderful hat pattern! This hat looks great on anyone. Come cast on your hat & get it done in plenty of time for holiday knit-giving! We'll get you started on your hat & demonstrate the ingenious techniques of the jogless join & raglan decreases for the top.

Materials: approximately 40 g worsted weight yarn in solid color & 25 g worsted weight self striping. US #6 & 7 16" circular needles & one set US#7 DPNs. Stitch markers. Pattern*.

*Students will need to print the pattern before the class. Jared Flood has graciously agreed to let us use his free pattern, help us respect copyright by visiting his website or Ravelry.

You may bring your own needles & tools for this project, but please plan to purchase materials for the project at LYS. Thanks!

Tuesday, February 7th: Absolute Beginner's Knitting Workshop

2010-01-21T09:45:00.000-08:00

Project: Garter Stitch Scarf
Date: Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Skill Level: Absolute Beginner.
Skills Required: None!
Techniques Taught: Material selection, long-tail cast on, the knit stitch & how to bind off.
Materials: Worsted weight wool yarn, US #8 or #9 needles.

This workshop is suitable for Absolute Beginner Knitters. Absolute Beginners are Future Knitters who have not yet put ‘yarn’ to ‘needle,’ have neither ‘knit’ nor ‘purled,’ and don’t know the difference between ‘casting on’ and ‘casting off.’ Also, perhaps, Former Knitters who may have forgotten it all (you know who you are!). We’ll help you choose your materials and tools, and teach you to cast on, knit, purl, and cast off.

Materials for Free Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.

Tuesday, February 14th: Heartfelt Rings Knitting Workshop

2010-01-20T09:45:00.000-08:00

photo used with permission Tiny Owl Knits 2011

Free Knitting Workshop!
Join us on Tuesday, February 14th for a HeartFelt Rings Knitting Workshop!

Project: Heartfelt Rings
Date: Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Time: 9:30am - 11:30am

These sweet little heart rings are knit in the round and felted. We'll use double pointed needles to work these up.

Materials: worsted weight wool yarn, 5" US #7,8 or 9 dpns, stitch marker, & tapestry needle
Please download and print your own copy of this pattern from Tiny Owl Knits.We will have kits available.

This workshop is suitable for Intermediate Knitters. Intermediate Knitters are Current Knitters who know the basics: how to cast-on, knit, purl, and bind off.

Special thanks to Tiny Owl Knits for permission to use their free pattern for our Free Workshop!

Materials for Free Workshops Must be Purchased at Lancaster Yarn Shop
Pre-registration is required! Please call the shop to save your spot! (717) 768-8007.