Moss Brook Fiber Arts

Knit and Crochet with a Teacher Saturday Morning Class 10/29
2022-10-29 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
A live, social distanced class at the Chelmsford Center for the Arts. Boosters and masks are required. Bring a project that has you stuck, learn a new technique, or learn how to knit or crochet! Or just work on your project in good company, knowing you can get help if you hit a snag.
Please note that clicking the button below will take you to the Yarn and Soul website to check out.

Knit and Crochet with a Teacher Saturday Morning Oct 15
2022-10-15 10:00 - 12:00
A live, social distanced class at the Chelmsford Center for the Arts. Boosters and masks are required. Space is extremely limited and prepayment will be required. Bring a project that has you stuck, learn a new technique, or learn how to knit or crochet! Or just work on your project in good company, knowing you can get help if you hit a snag.
Please note that clicking the button below will take you to the Yarn and Soul website to check out.

"We All Make Mistakes!" Online Knit Mistake Class Saturday Afternoon 3/26
2022-03-26 13:00 - 15:00
Join us for a group Zoom Knitting Mistake Fixing class. I will e-mail a link for the class the day before. I have my iPad set up on a stand so that I can show you how to do things in real time. If we haven’t corresponded recently, I’ll send you a confirmation e-mail when you sign up, to be sure I have your correct e-mail address.
Turns out, really good knitters make lots of mistakes! While they rip out a lot, they also know how to fix smaller mistakes without having to. In this class you will learn how to fix a dropped stitch, mistakes in lace, texture, and cabled patterns, and to place lifelines. We’ll learn some techniques for dealing with mistakes that occur too far back for a simple fix. Bring your mistakes (and send me a photo or two of them) and/or a swatch knit as follows.
Swatch directions:
Cast on 20 stitches in light to medium color, smooth, worsted weight yarn (~4.5 sts/in), then do one half the stitches in garter, the other half in stockinette like this:
Row 1: Knit all stitches
Row 2: Knit 10, purl 10.
Repeat these two rows for a couple of inches and leave on the needle.
Bring any mistakes you would like to work on and a crochet hook F or G.
Please note that clicking the button below will take you to the Yarn and Soul website to pay.

Knit and Crochet with a Teacher Thursday Evening 12/9
2021-12-09 18:00 - 20:00
A live, social distanced class at the Chelmsford Center for the Arts. Bring a project that has you stuck, learn a new technique, or learn how to knit or crochet! Or just work on your project in good company, knowing you can get help if you hit a snag.
Please note that clicking the button will take you to the Yarn and Soul Website for payment.

Knit and Crochet with a Teacher 11/1
2021-11-01 10:00 - 12:00
A live, social-distanced class at the Chelmsford Center for the Arts. Space is extremely limited and prepayment will be required. The tuition will only be refunded if I can fill your spot. Bring a project that has you stuck, learn a new technique, or learn how to knit or crochet! Or just work on your project in good company, knowing you can get help if you hit a snag.
This class is full–please email edith@mossbrookfiberarts.com if you would like to be put on the waiting list.

Knitting: Learn to Cable Hat Zoom 8/28
2021-08-28 13:00 - 15:00
You’ll learn cables by knitting this hat, starting with the most basic cables, then adding slightly more complicated ones as the hat progresses. We’ll also discuss how to design your own cabled hat. Materials: 100 g of heavy worsted weight yarn (4.5 st/in in Stockinette St), a 16 in size 6 and size 8 circular needle (or needles necessary to get this gauge).
Homework: Begin pattern by knitting 1 inch of ribbing and the next 3 rounds.
Pattern will be provided.

Online Magic Loop
2021-04-24 13:00 - 15:00
Join us for a group Zoom class to learn Magic Loop. Magic Loop is done with a single long circular needle and is a great way to knit small items like socks, sleeves, and mittens in the round. Many people find it easier to learn than double pointed needles. I will provide a pattern for a newborn baby hat, but bring your own simple small circumference pattern if you prefer. Have dk weight yarn (or yarn for your pattern) and a 40 inch circular needle with a flexible cord appropriate to the yarn.
I will e-mail a link for the class the day before along with class printouts and pattern. I have my iPad set up on a stand so that I can show you how to do things in real time. If we haven’t corresponded recently, I’ll send you a confirmation e-mail when you sign up, to be sure I have your correct e-mail address.

Online Sweater Check-in
2021-03-27 13:00 - 15:00
Join us for a group Zoom class to help with sweater knitting, at any stage. We have been doing a sweater KAL and have knitters at every stage of the process–all sweater knitters are welcome! You can e-mail me your questions or pattern(s) ahead of time. I will e-mail a link for the class the day before. I have my iPad set up on a stand so that I can show you how to do things in real time. If we haven’t corresponded recently, I’ll send you a confirmation e-mail when you sign up, to be sure I have your correct e-mail address.

Learn to Knit Mittens and Fingerless Mitts
2021-02-27 13:00 - 15:00
In this group Zoom class you will learn how to make mittens in the round. I will provide a pattern, with an option for fingerless mitts. We’ll talk about different types of mittens and learn methods and tips.
I will e-mail a link for the class the day before. I have my iPad set up on a stand so that I can show you how to do things in real time. If we haven’t corresponded recently, I’ll send you a confirmation e-mail when you sign up, to be sure I have your correct e-mail address.
Prerequisites: Basic knitting skills and small circumference knitting
Materials: 100-150 g bulky yarn and needles to knit the yarn tightly, at a 4 st/in gauge.
Homework: Cast on 28 sts (for a woman’s medium) and knit in the round in 1 x 1 rib for 3″ for the cuff.

Ready, Set, Sweater Knit-a-Long
2021-01-23 13:00 - 15:00
This Zoom class will help you prepare to knit a sweater (whether your first, or 20th) as part of a broadly defined sweater Knit-a-Long at Moss Brook Fiber Arts. We will discuss how much ease to add for a sweater (and therefore, which size to knit), how to choose a substitute yarn, how to knit a sweater to make finishing easier, and basic ways to adjust a pattern. Have ready some or all of the following: a favorite sweater that you love the fit of, a pattern you would like to knit, a yarn if you’ve chosen it (with ball band information), a blocked swatch (measure it before you block it), a notebook or device to record decisions and progress, and a tape measure. We can share information on patterns ahead of time for those who have decided what they want to knit.

Online Stranded Colorwork
2020-12-19 13:00 - 15:00
In this group Zoom class you will learn to do two color knitting while creating a stranded colorwork hat, using the hat pattern I will provide. You will learn to read a chart, maintain tension, keep colors consistent on the back, and more.
I will e-mail a link for the class the day before. I have my iPad set up on a stand so that I can show you how to do things in real time. If we haven’t corresponded recently, I’ll send you a confirmation e-mail when you sign up, to be sure I have your correct e-mail address.
Materials: Have three different colors of contrasting worsted weight yarn that go together well. (This will be approximately 50 g of the main color and 25 and 10 g of contrasting colors.) Have appropriate needles for working the yarn: 16” circular or needles for your preferred method of circular knitting.
Homework: You will cast on and knit circularly in 1 x 1 or 2 x 2 ribbing for 1¼ inches (3 or 4 and more yarn if you want to turn it up) on needles one size smaller than those you will use in the class (CO numbers coming soon).
This class is currently full. Please email me at edith@mossbrookfiberarts.com if you would like to be put on the waiting list.

Online Introduction to Colorwork
2020-11-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Chelmsford Center for the Arts, 1A North Rd, Chelmsford, MA, 01824
In this group Zoom class you will learn the basics of three types of two-color knitting: mosaic (also called slip stitch), intarsia, and stranded. We’ll make a cup sleeve using the three techniques, touch on chart reading, and if there is time, talk about your next colorwork project.
I will e-mail a link for the class the day before. I have my iPad set up on a stand so that I can show you how to do things in real time. If we haven’t corresponded recently, I’ll send you a confirmation e-mail when you sign up, to be sure I have your correct e-mail address.
Materials: 3 balls (20 g or more) in three different contrasting colors of worsted weight yarn with appropriate needles for knitting both flat and small circumference in the round.
Homework: Cast on and work a few rows of ribbing: pattern will be shared before class.
Please note that clicking the button will take you to the Yarn and Soul Website for payment.

Online Class Knit and Crochet Class Monday Morning September 14
2020-09-14 10:00 - 12:00
Join us for a group Zoom class. You can e-mail me your questions or pattern(s) ahead of time. I will e-mail a link for the class the day before. I have my iPad set up on a stand so that I can show you how to do things in real time. If we haven’t corresponded recently, I’ll send you a confirmation e-mail when you sign up, to be sure I have your correct e-mail address.
Note that clicking this button will take you to the Yarn and Soul website to check out.

Online Class Knit and Crochet Class Monday Morning August 31
2020-08-31 10:00 - 12:00
Join us for a group Zoom class. If you would like, you can e-mail me your questions or pattern(s) ahead of time. I will e-mail a link for the class a few hours before it starts. I have my iPad set up on a stand so that I can show you how to do things in real time. If we haven’t corresponded recently, I’ll send you a confirmation e-mail when you sign up, to be sure I have your correct e-mail address.
Note that clicking this button will take you to the Yarn and Soul website to check out.

Online Knit and Crochet With a Teacher--Thursday evening August 20
2020-08-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Chelmsford Center for the Arts, 1A North Rd, Chelmsford, MA, 01824
Join us for a group Zoom class. You can e-mail me your questions or pattern(s) ahead of time. I will e-mail a link for the class a few hours before it starts. I have my iPad set up on a stand so that I can show you how to do things in real time. If we haven’t corresponded recently, I’ll send you a confirmation e-mail when you sign up, to be sure I have your correct e-mail address.
Note that clicking this button will take you to the Yarn and Soul website to check out.

Online Knit and Crochet Class Thursday Evening 7/30
2020-07-30 19:00 - 21:00

Online Knit and Crochet Saturday Morning Class April 11
2020-04-11 10:00 - 12:00
We’ll join together for a group Zoom class. Feel free to e-mail me your questions or pattern ahead of time. I will e-mail a link to the class about 1/2 hour before the class. I have my iPad set up on a stand so that I can show you how to do things in real time. If we haven’t corresponded recently, I’ll send you a confirmation e-mail when you sign up, to be sure I have your correct e-mail address.

Private Online Class
2020-04-04 - 2020-05-31
This enables you to have a 1/2 hour private class with Edith. Contact edith@mossbrookfiberarts.com to schedule the class.

Online Cast Ons and Bind Offs
2020-03-28 13:00 - 15:00
Online Class, Limited to 4 students
Most of us have a go-to cast on and bind off. Come learn some different ones, some basic, some that have particular uses or just look great! If you have a particular cast on or bind off, let me know ahead of time and I’ll try to include it.
Materials: Bring several small balls of worsted to bulky weight yarns and sets of needles you would normally use with that yarn. Also bring two small swatches with the same number of stitches cast on and knit a few rows and left on the needles. Bring a third needle of the same size to use for 3 needle bind off.
Please note that clicking this button will take you to the Yarn and Soul website to check out.

Knit and Crochet with a Teacher--Saturday Afternoon
2020-03-14 13:00 - 15:00
Bring a project that has you stuck, learn a new technique, or learn how to knit or crochet! What is next on your knitting or crochet agenda? Learn how to cable, finish a sweater, work lace, or make socks. Or just work on your project in good company, knowing you can get help if you hit a snag.

Please note that clicking the button will take you to the Yarn and Soul Website for payment.

Knit and Crochet with a Teacher Saturday Morning
2020-03-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Chelmsford Center for the Arts, 1A North Rd, Chelmsford, MA, 01824

Knit and Crochet With a Teacher--First Thursday Evening
2020-03-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Chelmsford Center for the Arts, 1A North Rd, Chelmsford, MA, 01824
Bring a project that has you stuck, learn a new technique, or learn how to knit or crochet! What is next on your knitting or crochet agenda? Learn how to cable, finish a sweater, work lace, or make socks. Or just work on your project in good company, knowing you can get help if you hit a snag.
Please note that clicking this button will take you to the Yarn and Soul website to check out.

Beginner and Advanced Beginner Knitting
2020-02-22 13:00 - 15:00
For those who have recently begun to knit, or those who are ready to start. We will take your next step together: learn the basic knit stitch, the purl stitch, cast on, bind off, increase, and decrease, or whatever you need. If you have a new project in mind, bring the pattern and we’ll look at it together. Bring the project you are working on or a smooth worsted weight yarn and size 7 or 8 needles. If you are buying needles for this class, I recommend wood or bamboo, either 10 inch straight needles, or 24 inch circulars. I also offer Learn to Knit kits to get you started with supplies. Beginning students are always welcome in my “Knit and Crochet with a Teacher” classes as well.
Please note that clicking this button will take you to the Yarn and Soul website to check out.
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Knit and Crochet with a Teacher--Monday Morning
2020-02-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Chelmsford Center for the Arts, 1A North Rd, Chelmsford, MA, 01824
Bring a project that has you stuck, learn a new technique, or learn how to knit or crochet! What is next on your knitting or crochet agenda? Learn how to cable, finish a sweater, work lace, or make socks. Or just work on your project in good company, knowing you can get help if you hit a snag.
Please note that clicking the “add to cart” button will take you to the Yarn and Soul Website to check out.

Knit and Crochet with a Teacher Thursday Evening
2020-02-13 19:00 - 21:00

Intermediate Brioche
2020-01-25 13:00 - 15:00
For students who are comfortable with basic single-color Brioche stitch. Learn the next level—whether in the round, two-color, cables, or decorative patterns achieved with increases and decreases. Bring 26 stitches cast on and worked for an inch in single color Brioche with a worsted/medium weight yarn. Bring a contrasting color of the same weight. Also bring a brioche pattern that you want to try with stitches cast on if you would like. See my free patterns on Ravelry for two color Brioche and Brioche in the round.
Please note that clicking the “add to cart” button will take you to the Yarn and Soul Website to check out.

Cabled Mitt Project Class
2019-11-23 10:00 - 12:00
Fingerless mitts are a nice quick project for holiday giving and they are a good chance to learn some new skills. In this class we’ll make some worsted weight fingerless mitts with a cable up the back of the hand. We’ll work them circularly so that you can learn and/or practice small circumference knitting in the round. The cable will be a basic one for an easy learning experience if you are new to cabling. And if you are comfortable with both these skills, you’ll get a free pattern for a quick knit and companionship while you knit! Bring 100 g. worsted weight yarn, double points, 2 circulars, or a long circular in 1 size smaller than you usually knit it in, and a cable needle.

Introduction to Brioche Knitting
2019-09-28 13:00 - 15:00
Brioche Knitting makes a wonderfully squishy cloth that is toasty warm. You’ll learn the basic single-color version and start a hot mat. Once you are comfortable with basic brioche, we’ll try two colors on the hot mat. Then we’ll talk about some of the next steps in Brioche, such as in the round, and maybe plan your next project. Bring two contrasting worsted weight yarns and a circular needle you would normally use with that yarn.
Please note that clicking the “add to cart” button will take you to the Yarn and Soul Website to check out.

Special Monday Class: We All Make Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)
2019-07-29 10:00 - 12:00
For those of you who can’t make the Saturday class, we’ve scheduled another for Monday morning! In this class you will learn how to fix a dropped stitch, mistakes in lace, texture, and cabled patterns, and to place lifelines. We’ll learn some techniques for dealing with mistakes that occur too far back for a simple fix. Bring your mistakes and/or a swatch still on the knitting needles with stockinette stitch for the first half of the stitches and garter stitch for the second half.

We All Make Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)
2019-06-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Chelmsford Center for the Arts, 1A North Rd, Chelmsford, MA, 01824
Turns out, really good knitters make lots of mistakes! While they rip out a lot, they also know how to fix smaller mistakes without having to. In this class you will learn how to fix a dropped stitch, mistakes in lace, texture, and cabled patterns, and to place lifelines. We’ll learn some techniques for dealing with mistakes that occur too far back for a simple fix. Bring your mistakes and/or a swatch still on the knitting needles with stockinette stitch for the first half of the stitches and garter stitch for the second half.
