Store Hours:

Tues & Thurs       11-6

Fri, Sat                 11-3

Sun & Mon           Closed

Wed by Appt only
Welcome to the Yarn Sellar
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Classes/Activities

July / August Classes

Class Materials: Except when noted all class supplies must be purchased from the Yarn Sellar no later than 2 days prior to class. Students receive a 10% discount on all class materials! Please come to class with all supplies required and assigned homework done.

Preregistration: To reserve your space preregistration is required 2 days prior to class. You may register by phone with Visa/MasterCard or in person. 100% payment is due at the time of preregistration. Due to pre-class preparations, no walk-ins will be allowed.

Cancellations: No refunds or store credit on student cancellations or no-shows. Out of courtesy to our instructors, no make-up classes are given.


Introduction to Crochet Sessions – FREE
These sessions are a great way to introduce the beginner to the craft of crochet.
Supplies required: Worsted weight yarn and size I or J hook.
1 session.

Sat July 31    Noon to 1:30                  Sat Aug 28    Noon to 1:30

All supplies must be purchased at the Yarn Sellar.

Introduction to Knit Sessions - FREE
These sessions are a great way to introduce the beginner to the craft of knitting. 
Supplies required: Chunky weight yarn and size 13 straight needles.

1 session
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Sat July 10      3:30 to 4:30                 Sat Aug 7         3:30 to 4:30
Wed July 14    1:00 to 2:00                 Wed Aug 11    1:00 to 2:00
Sat July 24      11:30 to 12:30             Sat Aug 21      11:30 to 12:30

Wed July 28    1:00 to 2:00                 Wed Aug 25    1:00 to 2:00

All supplies must be purchased at the Yarn Sellar.

Beginning Knitting
Learn how to knit a scarf in this fun and easy class. You will review the knit stitch and learn to cast on, purl, and bind off.
Requirements:
Introduction to Knit Session or equivalent.
Supplies required: Chunky weight yarn and size 13 straight needles.
1 session. Cost $15 includes Yarn Sellar exclusive pattern.

Wed July 7       1:30 to 3:00              Wed Aug 4        1:30 to 3:00
Sat July 17       3:30 to 5:00              Sat Aug 14        3:30 to 5:00

Wed July 21     1:30 to 3:00             
 Wed Aug 18      1:30 to 3:00
Sat July 24       1:00 to 2:30              Sat Aug 21        1:00 to 2:30


Intermediate Knitting / Baby Hat
Learn to use double point and circular needles while making this Yarn Sellar exclusive baby hat. Also includes reading a pattern. Homework required.
Requirements: Beginning knitting class or equivalent.
Supplies required: 4/11” circulars, sz 3 or 4 double point needles, stitch markers and tapestry needle.
2 sessions. Cost $20 includes yarn and Yarn Sellar exclusive pattern.

Part 1 – Wed July 14       2:30 to 3:30
Part 2 – Wed July 28       2:30 to 4:00             

Part 1 – Wed Aug 11       2:30 to 3:30
Part 2 – Wed Aug 25       2:30 to 4:00


New!  Magic Loop / Spa Soap Sacks

Toss those double point needles! Learn the secret of Magic Loop - Knitting on one long circular needle. Useful technique for socks, sleeves and caps. Stuffed with scented soap this project would make a great gift.
Requirements: Beginning knitting or equivalent; comfortable with using circular needles.
Supplies required: 2/40" circulars and tapestry needle.  

2 sessions. Cost: $20 includes yarn and exclusive pattern.
Part 1 – Fri July 16     3:30 to 4:30
Part 2 – Fri July 30     3:30 to 5:00

Part 1 – Fri Aug 6       3:30 to 4:30
Part 2 – Fri Aug 20     3:30 to 5:00

 

Needle Tatting Basics
A make and take project. Learn the basics of this traditional time honored craft. After learning the basics you will be creating a snowflake or flower motif.
No requirements needed.

1 session. Cost $15 includes supplies.
Sat July 17      Noon to 2:00


Private Sessions

We offer private lessons at $20 per hour. 1 hour minimum. 48 hour advanced notice needed. Pre-payment required. No refunds/ store credit on cancellations or no-shows.

 
Other Activities for July / August

 

Sock Therapy
Sock Therapy is a FREE 1 hour help session for current Yarn Sellar
sock projects that need some assistance. Knit with other sock knitters, share ideas, tips and techniques. No sign-up needed.
Cost: FREE
Thur July 8      4:00 to 5:00       Thur Aug 12    4:00 to 5:00
Thur July 22    4:00 to 5:00       Thur Aug 26    4:00 to 5:00




UFO Sessions!
Bring in your current Yarn Sellar Un-Finished Objects (UFOs), pull up
a chair, sit down, relax and let us help you get those UFOs off the needles. UFO sessions are for non-sock knitting questions. Please bring in your sock questions to our Free Sock Therapy sessions. UFO sessions are FREE -- No sign-up needed. Hopefully you will have fewer UFOs spotted around your home!
Cost: FREE
Thur July 15   4:00 to 5:30          Thur Aug 5     4:00 to 5:30
Thur July 29   4:00 to 5:30          Thur Aug 19   4:00 to 5:30

 

Crochet Corner
This popular FREE help session is on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month. Get assistance starting, finishing or continuing encouragement for your crochet project. Crochet Corner is an exclusive free service of the Yarn Sellar. No sign-up needed.
Cost: FREE

Fri July 9         12:00 to 2:00      Fri Aug 13       12:00 to 2:00
Fri July 23       12:00 to 2:00      Fri Aug 27       12:00 to 2:00

 


Yarn Sellar
6114 E Riverside
Loves Park, IL  61111
815-637-9666

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