Needlecraft Cottage offers courses in a variety of needle arts, for every level of learner. Our instructors are all avid crafters, and love nothing better than to help students as they explore the worlds of knitting, crochet, and needlepoint. If you think you're ready for a first-ever attempt to pick up a needle of any sort, or if you've been doing the same old patterns and stitches for years and want to branch out a bit, we have the class for you!

In order to keep the cost of these classes as low as possible, your entire class fee is going to the instructor. We ask that during class, you not park in front of the shop as a courtesy to the customers who will be coming and going. (You can park in the two spots in the alley behind the shop .)

We will be knitting a hat; students need two sets of circular needles, (at least one 16” circular) and 1 set of dpns (optional) in the same size and 1 to 2 skeins of yarn. For a 6 to 18 month baby size, size 4 needles and baby-weight yarn; 6 sts = 1.” For a child size, heavier weight, DK, sport, etc and size 5, 6, or 7; 5 sts + 1.” For an adult, size 8 or 9 needles and knitting worsted weight yarn; 4.5 sts = 1”. There is homework between sessions. Tuesdays May 13 and 20 from 4PM to 6:30PM. Class limited to 6, so register and pay $50 for both sessions.

Students will create a 12” square which can be used as one side of a pillow, a wash cloth in 100% cotton yarn, or folded and sewn into an origami purse. Gauge is not important but the needle size should compliment the chosen yarn, hovering around 5 sts = 1.” Skills – Eyelet buttonholes including Eyelet buttonhole; double eyelet, and double wrap; ¾ of the square will be taught. There is homework between sessions. Tuesdays June 10 and 17 from 4 to 6:30 PM. Class limited to 6, so register and pay $50 for both sessions.

These three classes will teach socks on sock yarn with size 2 dpns or 2 circulars. Skills: Norwegian Cast On and heel stitch; turning the heel, working the gusset; shaping the toe and the Rosebud closure and finishing. There is homework between sessions. Saturdays May 24, 31 and June 7. 1:30 to 3:30 PM. Class limited to 6, so register and pay $60 for three sessions.

These three classes will teach socks on sock yarn with size 2 dpns or 2 circulars. Skills: Judy’s magic cast on and shaping the toe; working the short row heel; bind off options and finishing. There is homework between sessions. Saturdays June 14, 21 and 28 from 1:30 to 3:30 PM. Class limited to 6, so register and pay $60 for three sessions.

Jan will teach what you want to learn on Sunday mornings, from casting on to cables. Class sizes are limited to 4 so you get Jan's constant attention.

* Dates: Sundays
* Time: 10 noon
* Cost: $20 plus materials
* Please register and pay in advance
* Cash or checks to Jan Schmidt

Learn how to knit or crochet with Phyllis. Crochet is great fun, and it's absolutely the best way to make hats!

* Date: Sundays
* Time: Noon to 2:00 or 2:30 to 4:30
* Cost: $20 plus pattern and materials
* Please register and pay in advance
* Cash or checks to Phyllis Kiper

Dr. Phyllis is standing by on Thursday to assist you with knitting or crocheting problems. This free assistance is for those who purchased their materials at Needlecraft Cottage.

* Dates: Thursdays
* Time: 10 AM to 4PM
* Cost: Free!
* No pre-registration required

Paulette will teach you how to knit a variety of texture stitches including cables.

* Dates: Wednesdays, May 14, 28, June 11 amp; 25
* Time: 10 to noon
* Cost: $20 plus materials
* Please register and pay in advance
* Cash or checks to Paulette Sexton

Drop in on Tuesday evenings to learn to knit or stitch with Susie. This is an informal class, and it's a great way to unwind after a hard day's work!

* Dates: Tuesdays
* Time: 5:30 to 7
* Cost: $15 plus materials
* No pre-registration required
* Cash or checks to Susie Holub

Phyllis will help you branch out into a new needle art on Saturday afternoons.

* Dates: Saturdays
* Time: 1 to 3 PM
* Cost: $20 plus materials
* Please register and pay in advance
* Cash or checks to Phyllis Kiper

Nancy helps her students choose just the right thread and stitch to produce magnificent results. Students should know continental and basketweave stitches already.

* Every other Tuesday, 9:30 to noon; 12:30 to 3
* Cost: $13 per Tuesday session
* Every other Saturday 10 to 1; 2 to 5
* Cost: $15 per Saturday session
* Pre-registration is not required
* Please call Needlecraft Cottage for exact dates

Learn to make beautiful jewelry in one afternoon. Choose from the samples on display at Needlecraft Cottage. Classes are limited to 4 students (if all are doing the same project) or 2 students if each is doing a different project.

* Dates: Wednesdays and Saturdays
* Time: 1 PM to 4 PM
* Cost: $30 plus book and materials
* Please register and pay in advance
* Cash or checks to Margi Thornburgh