If you’ve wanted to learn how to knit, and you think you...

If you’ve wanted to learn how to knit, and you think you would try the patience of Job, just come on

over for our beginner knitting class. Our 1-session class will teach you how to knit. You can BYON (bring

your own needles) and BYOY (bring your own yarn) or purchase your materials at The Flying Needles for

10% off after you have registered. This class is held each Wednesday & Saturday mornings at 11 a.m.,

and you can take as many sessions as you want! Each class is limited to 4 people. These classes do fill up,

so please register for this class by stopping by or calling us at

(757) 345-3655.

This class is usually taught by Owner Susan Dickerson but all The

Flying Needles Yarnistas may make an appearance.

Class Level: Beginner

Skills required: NONE

What you will learn: Knitting

Materials: Knitting needles & the yarn of your choice

Cost: $10 with 24-hour advance reservation / $20 walk-in

Your needles not FLYING fast enough for you? Do all those Fair Isle COLOR WORK projects call your

name? Yarnista & Owner Susan Dickerson will have your needles off & flying with Continental Knitting

and the Norwegian Purl. This technique makes seed stitching & knit 1, purl 1 a BREEZE!

All materials can be purchased for 10% off after registering by

dropping in or calling us at (757) 345-3655. The class is limited to 6.


Skills required: Must be able to knit, purl, and cast on

What you will learn: Knit continentally & Norwegian purl

Materials: size 8 needle and worsted weight yarn


Textured patterns found on traditional fishermen’s sweaters adorn this simple and practical stole. The

knitting is straightforward, accessible to the adventurous beginner. Yarnista & Owner Susan Dickerson

will lead you through this 3-session class from 1 to 3 p.m. Fridays, Oct. 6, 20 & Nov. 3; OR 10 am to 12

pm Tuesdays, Oct. 10, 17 & 24 OR 3 to 5 pm Fridays, Nov. 3, 17 & Dec. 8.

All materials can be purchased at The Flying Needles for 10% off

after you have registered. Register for this class by stopping by

or calling us at (757) 345-3655.

Class Level: Adventurous beginner

Skills required: Knit, purl, cast on & bind off

What you will learn: Reading charts, adding texture to your

knitting

Materials: Either DK 1160 yds, size 6 needles 32” cable or

worsted 630 yards worsted yarn & 8 needles 32” cable,

highlighter tape, a cable needle & a tapestry needle

Pattern: Guernsey Wrap, $8 Ravelry download or $10 printed

pattern


http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/guernsey-wrap

You’ve got the perfect pattern, but the yarn it requires is discontinued and you don’t know where to

start. Yarnista & Owner Susan Dickerson will lead this 1-session class about yarn weights, how to find a

yarn to substitute in your pattern that will work and then how to measure that gauge to ensure the

pattern will turn out correctly. This class will be held:

1 to 3 pm Saturday, Oct. 7

1 to 3 pm Tuesday, Oct. 24

1 to 3 pm Friday, Nov. 10.

Susan will take you on a tour of The Flying Needles,

introduce you to yarn weights and walk you through

the process of how we help customers find the

perfect yarn for their very specific pattern.

Each class is limited to 8 people. Register for this

class by stopping by or calling us at (757) 345-3655.

Any level can participate, and no skills are required.


Celtic Myths Scarf is a half-circle shawl with a to-die-for Celtic cable border. This 70” x 19” shawl is

worked top down and can be knit in either DK or Fingering Weight yarns. Craft Savant Mary Herbert is

teaching this 2-session class offered:

Wednesdays 10 to 11 am, Oct. 11 & 10 am to 12 pm Oct.

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Wednesdays 1 to 2 pm Nov. 1, & Nov. 15 1 to 3 pm

Saturdays 1 to 2 pm Nov. 18 & 1 to 3 pm Dec 2


after you have registered. The class is limited to 6 people.

Register for this class by stopping by or calling us at (757) 345-

3655.

Class Level: Advanced Beginner

Skills required: You must be able to cast on, knit, purl and bind

off (we recommend that you can cable or have taken the 1st

Cabled Scarf Class)

What you will learn: How to do more complicated cables

Materials: 656 yards of DK weight yarn; size US 6 or 7 circular

needles 32” length or longer if you prefer, a cable needle, 2

stitch markers, tapestry needle for weaving ends

Pattern: Celtic Myths Shawl by Asita Krebs, FREE Ravelry download


http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/celtic-myths

Grab your size 15 circs, a ball of super bulky yarn and cast on! In no time at all you’ll have a stylish

accessory that will quickly become your go-to fabu accessory. Yarnista & Owner Susan Dickerson will

lead your knitting fever in one session! Yep! A one-session project class held prior to the Holidays so you

can get your gift-giving on:


1 to 3 pm Friday, Nov. 17

1 to 3 pm Friday, Dec. 1

1 to 3 pm Wednesday, Dec. 13

All materials can be purchased at The Flying Needles for 10% off after you have registered. The class is

limited to 6 people. Register for this class by stopping by or calling us at

(757) 345-3655.


Skills required: You must be able to cast on, knit & purl.

What you will learn: Knitting in the round, yarn overs & knit two together,

use of double-pointed needles for hat decreases

Materials: 100 yards of SUPER bulky weight yarn, size 15 circular 16” or 24”

needles & tapestry needle

Pattern: Drop Stitch Cowl by Abi Gregorio, FREE on Ravelry.


http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/drop-stitch-cowl-3

If you’ve heard us talk about Ravelry – the most AWESOME website for knitting and crocheting patterns

EVER – and you have no idea what we’re talking about, then this class is for you! THIS IS A BRING YOUR

OWN DEVICE CLASS! Bring your own smartphone, iPhone, tablet or iPad to get a hands-on tutorial for

this website. This 1-session class will introduce you to the basics of Ravelry and searching for patterns.

The 1-session class will be held from 1 to 3 pm Tuesday, Oct. 10. You can take as many sessions as you

want! Each class is limited to 4 people. Register for this class by stopping by or calling us at (757) 345-

3655.

This class is taught by our Yarnista & Owner Susan

Dickerson.



What you will learn: Ravelry searching

Materials: Your own smartphone or tablet!

Cost: $40 with 24-hour advance reservation / $50 walk-

in

Sometimes we run across things that we just CANNOT keep to ourselves! KNIT COMPANION is one of

them. Yarnista & Owner Susan Dickerson will walk you through this AWESOME knitting app for either a

Tablet or an iPad. THIS IS A BRING YOUR OWN DEVICE CLASS. You will need to have downloaded the app

to your tablet or iPad and you will need your email associated with your Ravelry account and your

Ravelry password PRIOR TO CLASS from:

1 to 4 pm Wednesday, Oct. 11

1 to 4 pm Friday, Oct. 27


Class is limited to 6 people; call us at (757) 345-3655 to register.

What you will learn: The basics of Knit Companion

Materials: Your own Tablet or iPad, the app downloaded to your device, your

Ravelry password & email address


If you’ve heard us talk about Ravelry – the most AWESOME website for knitting and crocheting patterns

EVER – and you have no idea what we’re talking about, then this class is for you! THIS IS A BRING YOUR

OWN DEVICE CLASS! Bring your own smartphone, iPhone, tablet or iPad to get a hands-on tutorial for

this website. This 1-session class will introduce you to the basics of your Ravelry profile, adding your

projects, your stash AND pictures for all. This 1-session class will be held 10 am to 12 pm Wednesday,

Oct. 18. You can take as many sessions as you want! Each class is limited to 4 people. Register for this


This class is taught by our Yarnista & Owner Susan Dickerson.



What you will learn: Editing Ravelry profiles

Materials: Your own smartphone or tablet!


You’ve knitted your shawl or scarf, and your project looks funny after you have bound off. You need to

now BLOCK your final project! Those gorgeous knit stitches aren’t going to come out perfect. Once

finished, you have to tell those stitches where and how to sit.

Yarnista & Owner Susan Dickerson will lead this 1-session

blocking basics held from 1 to 3 pm Wednesday, Oct. 18, OR 1

to 3 pm Tuesday, Nov. 28. Susan will run you through

different yarns, how each performs with blocking and with

samples of before and after blocked items. She will talk about

steam blocking, spray blocking, how to block acrylic, use of

lace wires & T-pins. The class will block one item during the

class.

Each class is limited to 8 people. Register for this class by stopping by or calling us at (757) 345-3655.

Any level can participate, and no skills are required.


There’s nothing worse than taking a break from you knitting, coming back, picking it up and realizing

there’s something wrong 14 rows back. No matter your skill level, everyone can benefit from this class.

Put the whammy on your mistakes & learn how to seam that sweater you completed – Kitchener stitch

included. Yarnista & Knitting Extraordinaire Eileen Grant will lead you through this class from:

10 am to 12 pm Saturday, Oct. 21

10 am to 12 pm Saturday, Nov. 18.

10 am to 12 pm Saturday, Dec. 9.

The class is limited to 6 people. Register for this class by stopping by or

calling us at (757) 345-3655.

Class Level: ALL LEVELS

Skills required: You must be able to cast on, knit & purl

What you will learn: How to finish your project & correct mistakes

Materials: Items with mistakes, items you need to finish, & tapestry needle


If you’re eyeing the Starting Point Shawl or Shawl Class, or are planning a large project with numerous

colors, then this is the class for you. Color Queen & Yarnista Rosemarie Kammer will walk you through

color and choosing the exact color you want for your Starting Point or other project. This 1-session class

will be held from 3 to 5 pm Saturday, Oct. 21.

Register for this class by calling us at (757) 345-

3655. Class is limited to 8 people.

Class Level: N/A

Skills required: N/A

What you will learn: How to contrast colors well

in a large project

Materials: N/A

Cost: $30 with 24-hour advance reservation / $40

walk-in

We’ve had a few requests for this class, so HERE IT IS!! Ditch your DPNs and let your needles fly! Learn

the magic loop method for knitting socks TWO AT A TIME TOP DOWN VIA MAGIC LOOP! This 3-session

class taught by Yarnista Aileen Krotz begins 1 to 3 pm Saturdays, Oct. 28 & Nov. 4 & 18.


after you have registered. The class is limited to 6 people.


3655.

Class Level: Intermediate

Skills required: You must be able to cast on and knit

What you will learn: Knit socks via magic loop and two at a time

Materials: 380-420 yds of fingering weight yarn & 47” or longer

circular needles in your choice of size 1 or 1.5, 2 balls of at least

10 yards of fingering weight yarn for practice (matching not

necessary; do not use the same yarn for the practice sock)

Pattern: Mina’s Two at a Time Socks by Knitting Expat Designs, FREE Ravelry download


http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/minas-two-at-a-time-socks

The AMAZING Starting Point Shawl is worked from both ends towards the

center with a super fun chevron construction, and joined as you work - no

seaming or kitchener required! Lots of texture and color make for a TRAFFIC –

STOPPING SHAWL that is a fashionista’s must-add for any wardrobe. This 3-

session class will be led by COLOR QUEEN Kate Harrigan and will be held from

1 to 3 pm Saturdays, Oct. 28, Nov. 4 & Dec. 2.

All materials can be purchased for 10% off after registering by stopping by or

calling us at (757) 345-3655. Class is limited to 6 people.


Skills required: You must be able to cast on, bind off, knit & purl

What you will learn: Read a pattern, read a lace pattern & chart, basics of lace

knitting, increasing and decreasing, twisted rib

Materials: 5 skeins of fingering weight yarn in 5 different colors.

Color 1 390 yds, Color 2 250 yds, Color 3 420 yds, Color 4 420 yds, Color 5 300

yds; 2 sets of US 6 circular 32”or larger or straight needles, stitch markers,

stitch holders, waste yarn or an extra cable, tapestry needle

Pattern: Starting Point, $5 Ravelry download or $7 printed


http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/starting-point

The Holidays are bearing down upon us and welcome to our FIRST

STOCKING CLASS – a festive holiday stocking with a traditional look,

worked from the cuff down with a folded picot hem. This gorgeous

stocking is designed to hang on your mantle and display the front side of

the stocking and allows for the classic monogram. Yarnista Aileen Krotz

will lead you through this 2-session class held several times to ensure

YOU have your Holiday stocking:

1 to 3 pm Mondays, Oct. 30 & Nov. 13

7 to 9 pm Wednesday EVENINGS, Nov. 1 & 15

11 am to 1 pm Saturdays, Dec. 2 & 16.

All materials can be purchased for 10% off after registering by stopping

by or calling us at (757) 345-3655. Class is limited to 6 people.



What you will learn: Read a lace pattern & chart, basics of lace knitting,

increasing and decreasing

Materials: Main color, 345 yds DK weight yarn, Contrast Color 115 yds DK weight yarn, size 4 circular

needles 40”, size 4 double point needles, a tapestry needle for weaving ends

Pattern: Scroll Christmas Stocking, $9 Ravelry pattern digital only or $10 printed pattern


http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/scroll-christmas-stocking

Come learn how to make a basic beanie while learning to knit in the

ROUND! This pattern calls for ARAN weight yarn, which means it’s going

to go SUPER FAST! This two-session class is taught by Yarnista & Owner

Susan Dickerson begins 7 to 9 pm Wednesdays, Nov. 1 & 15, OR 3 to 5

pm Mondays, Nov. 6 & 20.

All materials can be purchased at The Flying Needles for 10% off after

you have registered. The class is limited to 6 people. Register for this


Class Level: Beginning

Skills required: You must be able to cast on, knit, purl & bind off

What you will learn: Knitting in the round

Materials: Aran yarn (Sugg’d Homestead) & size 6 16” circular needles

Pattern: Regular Guy/Gal Beanie, FREE Ravelry download

HOMEWORK: Knit a 4” x 4” swatch (stockinette stitch – knit on knit side

& purl on purl side) with your needles & yarn and bring swatch to 1st class to confirm gauge


Ditch your DPNs and let your needles fly! Learn the magic loop method for knitting socks top down! This

3-session class taught by Yarnista Rosemarie Kammer begins 1 to 3 pm Thursdays, Nov. 2, 9 & 16.


limited to 6 people. Register for this class by stopping by or calling us at (757) 345-3655.


Skills required: You must be able to cast on and knit

What you will learn: Knit socks via magic loop

Materials: Sock yarn & 40” circular needles in your choice of size 0 to 2 –

most students choose size 2

Pattern: Vanilla Latte Socks by Virginia Rose-Jeanes, FREE Ravelry

download


http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/regular-guy-beanie

http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/vanilla-latte-socks

DON’T BE INTIMIDATED BY LACE, PATTERNS OR CHARTS ANY LONGER! Grab your needles and knit the

ETCHED RIO. This stunning garment has a swing and fluidity reminiscent of woven fabric. Flattering to

every body type, this breathtaking wrap will easily become your favorite accessory. Effortless to wear, a

simple 16-stitch lace panel is all this piece requires to be a soothing, intriguing knit. Yarnista & Owner

Susan Dickerson will help you through your first foray into chart reading from 3 to 5 pm Thursdays, Nov.

2 & 16. This garment was The Flying Needles’ Inaugural Knit-A-Long, and the 50+ people who made this

garment ADORE it! This is truly a great accessory to any fashionista’s wardrobe!


stopping by or calling us at (757) 345-3655. Class is limited to 6

people.


Skills required: You must be able to cast on, knit & purl, and

have consistent tension

What you will learn: Read a lace pattern & chart, basics of lace

knitting, increasing and decreasing

Materials: 882 yards of DK or Sport Weight yarn, US size 3

needles (or size to accomplish gauge), two stitch markers

Pattern: Etched Rio Wrap by Sarah Smuland, $9 on Ravelry or

$10 printed

HOMEWORK: Knit a 4” x 4” swatch (stockinette stitch – knit on knit side & purl on purl side) with your

needles & yarn and bring swatch to 1st class to confirm gauge of 22 stitches and 29 rows = 4 inches


https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/etched-rio-wrap

You’ve learned to knit, now learn how to CABLE! This first cabled scarf was designed by Yarnista Janice

Feld with the intent to teach our beginners the basic cable (This class is a prerequisite to either the

Cabled Jacket or the Cabled Shawl). This 2-session class will be held 10:30 am to 12:30 pm Saturday,

Nov. 4 and then again 10:30 to 11:30 am Saturday, Nov. 18. The first session is two hours; the second

is one-hour for troubleshooting.


after you have registered. The class is limited to 6 people. Register

for this class by stopping by or calling us at (757) 345-3655.


Skills required: You must be able to cast on, knit, purl & bind off

What you will learn: Cabling

Materials: 215 yds worsted yarn (sugg’d Ultra Alpaca) & size 7

needles, straight or circular, your preference

Pattern: First Cabled Scarf by Janice Feld, FREE with class

HOMEWORK: Knit a 4” x 4” swatch (stockinette stitch – knit on knit

side & purl on purl side) with your needles & yarn and bring swatch

to 1st class to confirm gauge


This GORGEOUS baby blanket really does it for us – it’s looks difficult, but it’s not, AAAND it’s cute! This

simple pattern is ideal for a first-time blanket. This 1-session class will be taught by Yarnista Aileen Krotz

and will be held 3 to 5 pm Saturday, Nov. 4.


stopping by or calling us at (757) 345-3655. Class is limited to 6.


Skills required: Cast on via a long-tail method, knit, purl and

bind off

What you will learn: Yarn overs, k2tog, ssk and cabling

Materials: 750 yds worsted weight yarn (our sample was done

in Ella Rae Seasons), size 9 needles, either circular or straight,

and a tapestry needle for weaving ends

Pattern: Chevron Baby Blanket by Espace Tricot, FREE from

Ravelry


DON’T BE INTIMIDATED BY LACE, PATTERNS OR CHARTS ANY LONGER! Yarnista & Closet Lace Queen

Rosemarie Kammer will lead you through the instructions and chart reading for making the GORGEOUS

Nurmilintu Shawl. This 3-session class is from 3 to 5 pm Nov. 4, 18 & Dec. 9, Saturdays.


stopping by or calling us at (757) 345-3655. Class is limited to 6

people.



What you will learn: Read a lace pattern & chart, basics of lace

knitting, increasing and decreasing

Materials: Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light or 420 yds of any

fingering weight yarn, size 6 circular needles with a 32” or 40” cable, a tapestry needle for weaving ends

Pattern: Nurmilintu by Heidi Alander, FREE on Ravelry


http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/chevron-baby-blanket-19

http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/nurmilintu

Meet…. The Egbertine. Elegant. Soft. Sumptuous. This simple striped cowl is perfect for knitters just

beginning to experiment with color. Learn how to master a provisional cast-on and then rejoin via

kitchener stitch. This 2-session class will be taught by

Yarnista & Owner Susan Dickerson and will be held 10:30

am to 12:30 pm Mondays, Nov. 6 & Dec. 4.

All materials can be purchased for 10% off after registering

by stopping by or calling us at (757) 345-3655. Class is

limited to 6.

Class Level: Adventurous Beginner

Skills required: Knit, purl, cast on

What you will learn: Provisional cast on, kitchener stitch

Materials: Egbertine cowl kit, size 3 & 5 24” circular

needles, size 5 double pointed needles, and a tapestry

needle for the kitchener stitch

Pattern: Egbertine Cowl, $5 or included with Egbertine kit


http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/egbertine-cowl

We’re naming this series after our beginning knitter Kathleen who gave us this idea. As a beginner,

Kathleen wanted to practice her knits & purls, so she picked up a spa cloth pattern and whipped through

it. In honor of beginner, who is now headed toward PRO status, we are holding a Spa Cloth series.

Welcome to the Happy Turkey Day. This spa cloth is bumpy to help exfoliate the skin. Pair it with our

Tasha’s Own Williamsburg soaps, and you have the perfect gift for birthday, or the Holidays! Happy

Turkey Day is a next-step beginner knitter project and will teach you how to switch between knits &

purls while learning the basics of reading a pattern. This 1-session class will be taught by Yarnista &

Owner Susan Dickerson and will be held 1 to 3 pm Monday, Nov. 6.


stopping by or calling us at (757) 345-3655. Class is limited to

6.



bind off

What you will learn: Adding texture to your knitting, basic

chart reading

Materials: 1 skein of worsted weight cotton, size 3 needles,

either circular or straight, a highlighter, pencil and a tapestry needle for weaving ends

HOMEWORK: Knit a 4” x 4” swatch (stockinette stitch – knit on right side & purl on wrong side) with

your needles & yarn and bring swatch to 1st class to confirm gauge

Pattern: Happy Turkey Day Spa Cloth, FREE from Ravelry


https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/happy-turkey-day-dishcloth

CUTE FACTOR ALERT!!! It’s no wonder that the name of this pattern is called Mr Fox Stole (UMMM…

stole our hearts!). This little plush neck wrap will make a unique and awesome gift for the upcoming

holidays! And it’s a quick knit too! Make one or make a dozen, it’s up to you! Work with our resident fox

wrangler Mary Herbert to make your own today! This 1-session class is held:

12:30 to 2:30 pm Wednesday, Nov. 8

1 to 3 pm Saturday, Dec. 9

All materials can be purchased for 10% off after

registering by stopping by or calling us at (757) 345-3655.

Class is limited to 6 people.

Class Level: Advanced beginner

Skills required: You must be able to cast on, knit, purl,

bind off, M1 and decrease

What you will learn: Basic plushie making

Materials: 345yds of fingering weight, DK or worsted weight yarn, main color orange 115yds, white

115yds, black 115yds. Dependent upon yarn choice US 4 Double Points for fingering weight, 2 black

buttons for eyes, polyester stuffing or batting for fox head, stitch markers, tapestry needle. Optional:

super strong magnets

Pattern: Mr. Fox Stole My Heart, $5.50 Digital Ravelry pattern OR $6.50 printed pattern


http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/mr-fox-stole-my-heart--mini-fox

You’ve been knitting for a bit. You have a pattern. You don’t like the yarn the pattern recommends. You

want to make adjustments, but you’re not quite ready to make those changes yourself. BE THE BOSS OF

YOUR KNITTING! Take CHARGE! Grab your needles and go OFF-ROADING. This class will teach you how

to take a pattern, adjust it to what YOU want and still have GREAT results! This 1-session class will teach

you the basics of adjusting your pattern, weight of yarn, needle size, etc., when choosing your next

project. This class will be taught by Yarnista & Owner Susan Dickerson, our in-house rebel, from 1 to 3

pm Wednesday Nov. 8. This class is limited to 6 people. These classes do fill up, so please register for

this class by stopping by or calling us at (757) 345-3655.


Skills required: Knit, purl, cast on, bind off – several

projects under your belt

What you will learn: How to adjust a pattern for different

yarn weights & needle sizes

Materials: Knitting needles & the yarn of your choice


Do you want to learn the basics of making a sweater without all the sweat equity of a full-blown adult-

sized sweater? Or do you have a cutie pie you just HAVE TO whip up a sweater for? If either is true, this

is the perfect class for you! Learn the basics of a knitted top-down sweater construction with minimal

seaming & a raglan sleeve – just mini-sized. And good GLORY do we have some sweet yarns for the

bambino in your life! There are multiple offerings for this 2-session class taught by Yarnista & Owner

Susan Dickerson from 10 am to 12 pm Tuesdays, Nov. 14 & 28.





Skills required: Long tail cast on, knit, purl

What you will learn: Kf/b, YO, K2Tog, knitting in the round, basic

sweater construction, joining yarns

Materials: 522 yards of DK yarn (we recommend any Dreambaby

or Dreambaby Paintpot), US size 4 and 6 circular needles with 16”

cables, US size 6 circular needle with 24” cable, stitch markers,

tapestry needle for weaving ends, knit gauge checker

HOMEWORK: Knit a 4” x 4” swatch (stockinette stitch – knit on

right side & purl on wrong side) with your needles & yarn and

confirm gauge prior to 1st class **

Pattern: Plymouth’s 2833 Pullover, included in class price.


**Notes for the Beginning Baby Sweater: You will be writing on your pattern. Please bring a copy if you

don’t want to mark your original. You will need to confirm your gauge prior to class. Please purchase

your yarn in advance of the class and knit a 4” by 4” swatch with the US 6 needles and bring to class. Use

your gauge checker to confirm you are knitting at 5 ½ stitches per inch. If you need assistance with

checking your gauge, please come by the shop.

http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/2833-pullover

Need a chic shawl to top off the perfect dress or outfit? Look NO FURTHER! This Cabled Shawl is the

perfect addition your wardrobe. Carry at all times for those moments when you get a chill and a jacket

would stymie the Fashionista in you! Yarnista & Cable Queen Janice Feld will have you methodically

twisting & turning your yarn until you’re a cable ARTISTE! This 2-session class is

from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesdays, Nov. 14 & Dec. 5. The class, limited to 6.

All materials can be purchased at The Flying Needles for 10% off after you have

registered. Register for this class by stopping by or calling us at (757) 345-3655.

Class Level: Adventurous beginner and above

Skills required: You must have completed the First Cabled Scarf class or provide

a swatch of your cabling; be able to cast on, knit & purl

What you will learn: Beginning lace pattern, cabling

Materials: 872 yds of worsted yarn (we recommend Plymouth’s Merino

Superwash) & size 10 circular needles with at least a 32” cable, (optional) size 10

circular needles with a 47” cable, stitch markers, highlighter tape, a cable needle & a tapestry needle

Pattern: Cabled Edged Shawl by Vanessa Ewing, FREE Ravelry download


http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/f767-cable-edged-shawl

Walk on the wild side and master the BRIOCHE stitch! Sometimes

called fishermen’s rib, or a reversible stitch, this technique results in

stretchy, squishy fabric and has ALL SORTS of uses including scarves,

cowls, washcloths, hats, etc. This class will teach you the brioche

stitch and get you started on a brioche coaster set!

This 1-session class will be held 1 to 3 pm Wednesday, Nov. 29.

Each class is limited to 6 people. Register for this class by stopping by

or calling us at (757) 345-3655.

This class is taught by our Yarnista & Owner Susan Dickerson.


Skills required: Knit, purl, cast on, bind off, mastered tension

What you will learn: Brioche stitch

Materials: Size 8 needles, worsted yarn in a natural fiber for coasters (cotton or wool)


Our most requested technique class is finally here and laser focused: You’re dropping stitches. You’ve

missed a section of the pattern. You just found something wrong 14 rows back. No matter your skill

level, EVERYONE can benefit from this class. Put the whammy on your mistakes. Yarnista & Owner Susan

Dickerson will walk you through some of the most common knitting errors and how to fix them without

ripping out your project or your hair!

1 to 3 pm Thursday, Nov. 30

The class is limited to 6 people. Register for this class by stopping by or

calling us at (757) 345-3655.

Class Level: ALL LEVELS


What you will learn: How to correct mistakes

Materials: Items with mistakes, crochet hook & circular needle to match

the yarn of your items & tapestry needle, a 20 stitch by 20 row swatch not bound off and a smaller set of

circular needles than what you used to swatch


Grab your size 15 circs, a ball of Malabrigo RASTA and cast on! In no time at all you’ll have a stylish

accessory that will quickly become your go-to fabu accessory. Yarnista & Owner Susan Dickerson will

lead your knitting fever in one session! Have a gift to give in no-time flat – WE PROMISE! Yep! A one-

session project class held four times prior to the Holidays:

1 to 3 pm Tuesday, Dec. 5

7 to 9 pm Wednesday, Dec. 6

10 am to 12 pm Saturday, Dec. 16

1 to 3 pm Monday, Dec. 18


limited to 6 people. Register for this class by stopping by or calling us at (757) 345-3655.


Skills required: You must be able to cast on, knit & purl.

What you will learn: Knitting in the round, moving yarn to

the front & back for a linen stitch

Materials: 100 yards of SUPER bulky weight yarn, size 15

circular 24” needles, stitch marker & tapestry needle

Pattern: Quick Slip Cowl by Andra Asars, FREE on Ravelry.


https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/quick-slip-cowl




Welcome to the Dreidels Hanukkah Cloth. This spa cloth is bumpy to help exfoliate the skin. Pair it with

our Tasha’s Own Williamsburg soaps, and you have the perfect gift! Dreidels Hanukkah Cloth is a next-

step beginner knitter project and will teach you how to switch between knits & purls while learning the

basics of reading a pattern. This 1-session class will be taught by Yarnista & Owner Susan Dickerson and

will be held 1 to 3 pm Monday, Dec. 4.

All materials can be purchased for 10% off after registering by stopping by or calling us at (757) 345-

3655. Class is limited to 6.



bind off

What you will learn: Adding texture to your knitting, basic chart

reading

Materials: 1 skein of worsted weight cotton (60 Yds), size 6

needles, either circular or straight, a highlighter, pencil and a

tapestry needle for weaving ends

HOMEWORK: Knit a 4” x 4” swatch (stockinette stitch – knit on

right side & purl on wrong side) with your needles & yarn and bring swatch to 1st class to confirm gauge

Pattern: Dreidels Hanukkah Cloth, $4 from Ravelry or $5 if printed


https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/dreidels-hanukkah-cloth




Welcome to The Santa Cloth. This spa cloth is bumpy to help exfoliate the skin. Pair it with our Tasha’s

Own Williamsburg soaps, and you have the perfect gift for birthday, or the Holidays! The Santa Cloth is a

next-step beginner knitter project and will teach you how to switch between knits & purls while learning

the basics of reading a pattern. This 1-session class will be taught by Yarnista & Owner Susan Dickerson

and will be held 3 to 5 pm Monday, Dec. 18.


stopping by or calling us at (757) 345-3655. Class is limited to

6.



bind off

What you will learn: Adding texture to your knitting, basic

chart reading

Materials: 1 skein of worsted weight cotton, size 3 needles,

either circular or straight, a highlighter, pencil and a tapestry

needle for weaving ends

HOMEWORK: Knit a 4” x 4” swatch (stockinette stitch – knit

on right side & purl on wrong side) with your needles & yarn

and bring swatch to 1st class to confirm gauge

Pattern: The Santa Spa Cloth, FREE from Ravelry


https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/the-santa-cloth

START NOW AND HAVE A SWEATER to wear before WINTER’s

END!! And if the thought of knitting a sweater makes you break

out in sweats, we assure you, this class will have you feeling like a

PRO! A top-down, EASY beginner sweater class – no seaming, no

stitching pieces in, it’s all KNITTING BABY! This simple, Top-Down

Pullover with raglan sleeves by Diane Soucy is just GORGEOUS!

And you can knit it with a roll neck or a ribbed neck. Sizes on this

pattern range from a bust size of 34” to 54”. Yarnista & Owner

Susan Dickerson will teach this 4-session class held from 7 to 9

p.m. on Wednesdays, Jan. 24, Feb. 7 & 21, & March 7.





Skills required: You must be able to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off

What you will learn: Importance of gauge, top-down sweater

construction without seams, pattern reading, K2tog, ssk, using

waste yarn to hold stitches, knit sleeves top down on magic loop,

picking up stitches around a neck and under arms, binding off in pattern

Materials: 1275 to 1950 yards worsted weight yarn WOUND, size 4 & 6 circular needles in both 24” &

16” lengths, size 4 & 6 double point needles, circular needles in 16” length (or sizes to get gauge), at

least 4 stitch markers, tape measure, gauge guide, tapestry needle for yarn tails and for placing work on

holders, scissors, a pencil, a highlighter**

HOMEWORK: Knit a 4” x 4” swatch (stockinette stitch – knit on right side & purl on wrong side) with

your needles & yarn and confirm gauge prior to 1st class

Pattern: Diane Soucy’s Mid-Weight, Neck-Down Pullover for Women, $7 in-store purchase


**Notes for the Top-Down Beginning Sweater: You will be writing on your pattern. Please bring a copy

if you don’t want to mark your original. Have 1 or 2 skeins of your yarn wound prior to class if it comes in

hanks. If you are uncertain of your size or the number of skeins you need, remember that wound yarn

cannot be returned. Leave your last 1 or 2 hanks unwound, in case you have over bought.

CROCHETING

If you’ve wanted to learn how to crochet, and you think you would try the patience of Job, then this

class is for YOU! Our Crochet Queen Jo Emanuelson will have you crocheting in no-time flat. You can

BYON (bring your own needles) and BYOY (bring your own

yarn) or purchase your materials at The Flying Needles for

10% off after you have registered. Take as many sessions

as you want! Register for this class by stopping by or calling

us at (757) 345-3655.



What you will learn: Crocheting

Materials: Crochet needles & the yarn of your choice


You may have heard of Granny Squares, but do you know just how versatile they can be? They aren’t

just for afghans and hot pads anymore. Come learn a few different basic squares and explore how one

square can grow into any number of projects.Crochet Queen Jo Emanuelson will teach this 1-session

class

2 to 5 pm, Monday, Oct. 2

2 to 5 pm Tuesday, Nov. 14

OR 2 to 5 pm Wednesday, Dec. 13.

Register for this class by stopping by or calling us at (757) 345-3655.


Skills required: Some practice with single, half-double, double, and triple crochet

stitches

What you will learn: Working in the round, variations on square patterns,

applying squares to make your own designs

Materials: Worsted Weight Yarn, at least 300yds (we recommend superwash wool or acrylic), various

colors optional, J-10 (5.75mm) Hook, yarn needle

HOMEWORK: Practice rows of single, half-double, double, and triple crochet stitches.

Pattern: Provided by the instructor


With so many people on the holiday gift list, go for the simple pattern that looks like you spent eons

working for them! This hat will WOW friends and family without leaving you stuck in the craft room for

days on end. Crochet Queen Jo Emanuelson will teach this 1-session class 2 to 5 pm, Thursday, Oct. 19;

2 to 5 pm Monday, Nov. 20; OR 2 to 5 pm Tuesday, Dec. 5.


3655.


Skills required: Consistent gauge, familiarity with single, half-

double, and double crochet stitches

What you will learn: Using the Magic Circle method and

alternative methods, working in the round, front-post and back-

post stitches, decreasing, reading a pattern

Materials: 250 yds DK or worsted weight yarn (wool or wool

blend recommended), H-8 (5.00mm) hook, yarn needle for

weaving ends

HOMEWORK: Practice rows of single, half-double, and double crochet stitches

Pattern: Diamond Ridges Hat by Kristy Ashmore, FREE on Ravelry


http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/diamond-ridges

For fashionistas looking for a sweet addition to their closet, this tunic is the bee’s knees. The open-work

pattern is excellent for layering in the summer OR winter making you the talk of the town. Our Crochet

Queen Jo Emanuelson will teach this 2-session class

2 to 5 pm Saturdays, Oct. 21 & 28

2 to 5 pm, Saturdays, Dec. 2 & 16


3655.


Skills required: Must be able to make a consistent chain and have

some practice with single, half-double, double, and triple crochet

stitches

What you will learn: Reading a pattern & a stitch diagram,

working a scallop pattern

Materials: 1042 yds of DK weight yarn (we recommend Ella Rae

Cozy Bamboo), F-5 (3.75mm) hook, tapestry needle for weaving

ends

HOMEWORK: Practice rows of single, half-double, double, and

triple crochet stitches

Pattern: Cupcake Top by Jo Emanuelson, provided with class


SPINNING

It’s been our most requested class, and IT’S FINALLY HERE! DROP SPINDLE SPINNING!!! Craft Savant

Mary Herbert will walk you through using either purchased or your own fiber and spinning it away into

your OWN yarn! Sign up early as we are serious about this being the most requested class!

This one-session class will be available a variety of times:

1 to 3 pm Wednesday, Oct. 4 10 am to 12 pm Saturday, Oct. 7

1 to 3 pm Wednesday, Oct. 25 10 am to 12 pm Saturday, Oct. 28

10 am to 12 pm Wednesday, Nov. 1 10 am to 12 pm Saturday, Nov. 4

10 am to 12 pmWednesday, Nov. 15 7 to 9 pm Wednesday, Dec. 6

Register for this class by stopping by or calling us at (757) 345-3655.


Skills required: None

What you will learn: Spinning related vocabulary,

spin wool on a drop spindle

Materials: Drop spindle (available for purchase in-

store) & fiber/roving

Cost: $45 with 24-hour advance reservation / $55

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