• Crochet 101 for Knitters: Learn to Crochet a Lacy Scarf

    Marriott Marquis Times Square 1535 Broadway, New York, NY, United States

    Interested in becoming bi-craftual? In this class, you’ll learn some basic crochet stitches and techniques, aimed specifically at knitters. You’l see how some of your knitting skills can help you get ahead with this fun craft, and how some of them might hold you back. You’ll learn the chain stitch—crochet’s version of casting on—as well as single crochet, double crochet, and slip stitch, and understand how to read crochet patterns and instructions. Then you’ll get started on your very first project: a lacy scarf you can complete with a single skein of yarn. Yes! You can jump straight into lace with crochet!

  • Picture-Perfect Intarsia: No Bobbins, No Stress!

    Brooklyn General 128 Union Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States

    Ever wanted to knit images right into your fabric, only to end up tangled in a mess of yarn ends and bobbins? Say goodbye to the frustration and hello to Debbie’s no-bobbin intarsia method! In this fun, hands-on class, you’ll master intarsia the easy way while working on an adorable sheep motif. Learn how to...

  • The Granny Square

    Brooklyn General 128 Union Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States

    In this class, aimed specifically at knitters who are learning to crochet, you’ll learn a few more basic crochet stitches, plus how to create and crochet into a ring and change yarn colors. Then we’ll make a few different styles of granny squares—both traditional and modern—and you'll learn how to sew squares together. By the...

  • The Granny Square

    Brooklyn General 128 Union Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States

    In this class, aimed specifically at knitters who are learning to crochet, you’ll learn a few more basic crochet stitches, plus how to create and crochet into a ring and change yarn colors. Then we’ll make a few different styles of granny squares—both traditional and modern—and you'll learn how to sew squares together. By the...

  • Clever Cast-ons and Better Bind-offs

    Brooklyn General 128 Union Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States

    Struggling with too-tight bind-offs or messy cast-ons? Say goodbye to wonky edges in this hands-on class, where you'll master 15 essential cast-on and bind-off techniques to start and finish your knits like a pro! Kick off with classics like the knit and long-tail cast-ons, the sturdy cable cast-on, and the stretchy Old Norwegian cast-on. Then,...

  • Knitting on the Double

    Brooklyn General 128 Union Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States

    Want to create fabric where both sides are just as stunning? Double knitting lets you do just that—each side becomes the reverse image of the other, giving your projects a beautifully unique look. In this class, you’ll learn the secrets behind this impressive technique and practice with the popular Uncle Argyle scarf from Son of...

  • The Amazing Lace

    Brooklyn General 128 Union Street, Brooklyn, NY, United States

    Unlock the secrets of lace knitting! In this class, you'll master virtually every stitch used in lace—but that's just the beginning. The real magic happens when you discover how these stitches work together, transforming simple yarnovers and decreases into breathtaking openwork patterns. We'll demystify lace charts (yes, they can be tricky!) and show you how...