Any of the following classes can be scheduled for individuals or small groups with up to four participants.
Yarn Basket keeps classes small so that everyone gets plenty of attention.
See a class you would like to take? Call or email with your request. We will schedule a time that works for you.
Don’t see the class you were hoping for? Please contact us with your class idea!
For the following Intro, Beginner, and BeginnerPLUS classes, phone the Shop to schedule a mutually agreeable time with one of our instructors.
Intro to Knitting/Crochet
These classes span two sessions (approximately 45 minutes each) and introduce basic stitches and techniques with a simple project. Fee: $50 plus cost of materials.
Beginner Knitting/Crochet
These classes span four sessions, use basic stitches/techniques, introduce increasing/decreasing stitches, and work on a beginner/easy project. Fee: $75 plus cost of materials.
BeginnerPLUS Knitting/Crochet
These classes span four sessions building on the skills covered in Beginner Level while adding practice with different stitches in knitting (cables) or crochet (half-double, double, triple). Learner will work on a project that offers a reasonable challenge. Fee: $75 plus cost of materials.
Emotional Support Chicken Knit or Crochet
Inspired by the “Emotional Support Chicken” pattern by Annette Corsino, Yarn Basket has created a class for Beginners.
This class spans two sessions that can be scheduled over two consecutive weeks, or at the beginning and end of one week. The latter schedule works well for people on a weeklong vacation. Fee: $50 plus the cost of materials. NOTE: Yarn Basket provides poly-fil and scrap yarn for crest, eyes, and beak. Safety Eyes or button eyes are available for purchase.
Phone the Shop to create your own schedule for this class.
Mosaic Crochet Pillow
Create a pillow cover using only single crochet (SC) and double crochet (DC) stitches.
This class is still in the planning stages.
Number of sessions: TBD
Fee: TBD. Materials: Cost depends on participant selections.
Knitted Socks: Cuff Down
Number of sessions: 4
Fee: $60. Materials: Cost depends on participant selections.
Two classes available:
Mondays with Joan at 11am: Jan. 27, Feb. 3, Feb. 10, (skip Presidents Day/School Vacation Week), Feb. 24. This section can accommodate FIVE learners.
This class will use a method that knits one sock at a time from the cuff down with two circular needles. This is a tried and true method for this expert sock maker.
Thursdays with Liz at 1pm: Jan. 30, Feb. 6, Feb. 13, (skip School Vacation Week), Feb. 27. This section can accommodate FOUR learners.
This class will use a method that knits one sock at a time from the cuff down using Double Pointed Needles. In addition, the Tin Can Knits app will be used to offer pattern support to learners.
Phone the Shop at 508-477-0858 to reserve your spot. Payment in advance is required. No cash refunds. If you are unable to take the class, you may apply your payment to a future class.
Knitted Socks: Toe Up, Two at a Time
Number of sessions: TBD
Fee: TBD. Materials: Cost depends on participant selections.
This class is still in the planning stages.
Aran Knit Sweater for Child or Adult
This class runs for twelve sessions. It’s for the confident knitter ready to take the next step and learn some of these wonderful stitches. Choice of pullover or cardigan. Check back for when this class runs again.
Sizing a Sweater
This class is for the knitter who is ready to commit to a sweater project and wants to create a well-fitting garment.
Fee: TBD. Materials: Cost depends on participant selections.
This class is still in the planning stages.