Simple Summer Tweed Top Down V-Neck

Simple Summer Tweed Top Down V-Neck

(with crew neck option)

photo by HeidiKdesigns

A very basic top down raglan with almost no seaming required. Includes sizing / shaping for both men and women, and (despite its name) a crew-neck variation as well. It is designed to be a casual, loose fit, but could easily be made more fitted by increasing the waist shaping rows and choosing a size that fits more closely. The neck trim can also be left off for a more open v-neck.

Supplies 15% off for class participants

To register: 
Call or stop by:
Back Porch Quilts
5237 US Hwy 89 S., #14

406.222.0855

When: April 17 from 6-7pm, April 24, May 8, 22, June 5 from 6-8pm

Cost: $60

Prerequisite skills: confident with the basics of knitting (knit, purl, increases, decreases) and confident with knitting in the round
Pattern: free Summer Tweed Top Down V-Neck

Yarn: see pattern for details

Needles: see pattern for details

Notions: stitch markers

Make-up classes are $10 per session.

Basic Hat

Beginning Hat

Students will learn techniques in knitting swatches, knitting in the round, knitting on double pointed needles, how to block hats without getting pesky fold lines, and also have time to practice in class.

There are two size options for this pattern: average adult and average youth. By the end of the classes you will have a warm wool hat!
To register: 

Call or stop by Back Porch Quilts

5237 US Hwy 89 S., #14

406.222.0855

Supplies 15% off for class participants

When: June 8, 15 at 6-8pm

Cost: $25

Prerequisite skills: casting on stitches, knit stitch, purl stitch, and decreases (helpful but not required)

Pattern: free - provided in class

Yarn: suggested - one skein Lamb’s Pride Worsted (no dark colors, please)

Needles: size US 8 & 9 in both 16” circular and double pointed needles

If you miss a class session and need to reschedule there is a $10 additional fee.

Beginning Knitting

Beginning Knitting 

Do you want to learn to knit? Join us! Students will learn how to cast on, bind off, the knit stitch, the purl stitch, and basic increases and decreases.  These are the fundamental skills for all knitters.

To register: 

Call or stop by: Back Porch Quilts

5237 US Hwy 89 S., #14

406.222.0855

Supplies 15% off for class participants

When: May 11, 18, 25, June 1 at 6-7:30pm

Cost: $40
Pattern: free free Little Diamond Washcloth

Needles: size US 7 straight or 24" circular needles

Yarn: worsted weight 100% cotton (no dark colors please)

Beginning Lace

Beginning Lace

Learn to knit lace from both charts and written instructions with this beautiful cowl pattern.

When: March 14 (Tuesday) at 5-8pm

Where: The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts

Cost: $35

To register & pay:

The cost of the class must be paid in full by the class start date. I currently accept cash or check. Email me directly to sign up and arrange payment at: LivingstonKnitter@gmail.com

A minimum number of 3 students is required for this class to take place. If fewer than 3 are registered 24 hours prior to the event, your class fee will be fully refunded or applied to another class or private lessons at Livingston Knitter.

Prerequisites: cast on, bind off, knit, purl, knitting in the round
Pattern: $4 Feathers & Fern Cowl (print your own copy before class)

Yarn: 210-220 DK weight yarn

Needles: US 6 16" circular needle
Notions: 8 stitch markers (7 the same, 1 unique), cotton crochet thread, row counter (optional)

If you miss a class and need to reschedule there is a $10 fee.

Cable Techniques

Cable Techniques

This is a great class for knitters wanting to learn cabling techniques. Students will learn three different cabling techniques, two techniques for joining yarn, and have time to practice in a classroom setting.

When: February 28 (Tuesday) at 5-8pm

Where: The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts

Cost: $35

To register & pay:

The cost of the class must be paid in full by the class start date. I currently accept cash or check. Email me directly to sign up and arrange payment at: LivingstonKnitter@gmail.com

A minimum number of 3 students is required for this class to take place. If fewer than 3 are registered 24 hours prior to the event, your class fee will be fully refunded or applied to another class or private lessons at Livingston Knitter.

Prerequisites: cast on, bind off, knit, purl
Pattern: free Irish Hiking Scarf on Ravelry (print your own copy before class)

Yarn: 350 yds worsted weight wool (no superwash)

Needles: US 8 straight or circular
Notions: 2 markers, cotton crochet thread, row counter (optional)

If you miss a class and need to reschedule there is a $10 fee.

Spectra - Short Row Techniques

Spectra - short row techniques

photo by westknits

Short rows! Knit this eye catching innovative scarf and practice three common short row techniques. Students will learn the wrap and turn (W&T), the Japanese short row, and the German (Yarn Over) short row.

When: January 17 (Monday), 23 (Tuesday), 31 (Monday) at 6-7:30pm
Where: The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts

Cost: $40
To register & pay:

The cost of the class must be paid in full by the class start date. I currently accept cash or check.Email me directly to sign-up and arrange payment at: LivingstonKnitter@gmail.com

A minimum number of 4 students is required for this class to take place. If fewer than 4 are registered 24 hours prior to the event, your class fee will be fully refunded or applied to another class or private lessons at Livingston Knitter.

Prerequisites: casting on, binding off, knit, purl

Pattern: Spectra by Stephen West - $6 available through Ravelry (purchase prior to first class)

Yarn: 640 - 650 yards -2 different yarns in the same weight (fingering or sport weight)
I suggest one yarn to have long slow color changes to achieve the desired effect of different colored interior wedges showcased in this pattern.

Needles: size US 5 or size to get desired gauge/fabric

Notions: locking stitch markers or safety pins

If you miss a class session and need to reschedule there is a $10 additional fee.

photo by Firebrunette Knits

Beginning Hat

Beginning Hat

Students will learn techniques in knitting swatches, knitting in the round, knitting on double pointed needles, how to block hats without getting pesky fold lines, and also have time to practice in class.

There are two size options for this pattern: average adult and average youth. By the end of the classes you will have a warm wool hat!
To register: 

Call or stop by Back Porch Quilts

5237 US Hwy 89 S., #14

406.222.0855

Supplies 15% off for class participants

When: February 20, March 6 at 6-8pm

Cost: $25

Prerequisite skills: casting on stitches, knit stitch, purl stitch, and decreases (helpful but not required)

Pattern: free - provided in class

Yarn: suggested - one skein Lamb’s Pride Worsted (no dark colors, please)

Needles: size US 8 & 9 in both 16” circular and double pointed needles

If you miss a class session and need to reschedule there is a $10 additional fee.