Interested in beginning knitting? Reading patterns? Want to spin your own yarn? E-mail with questions.

I have several Babe Fiber Starters available for rental. These PVC wheels are lightweight and a great introduction to wheel spinning. $10/week ($30/ 1-hour tutorial required if you're a newbie). E-mail with questions.

5020 S. Cornell, Chicago, 773-324-5520

Knitting
5 weeks
Mondays, February 15 - March 15, 2010
6:30-9:00 pm ($130/members, $150/non-members)
Learn basic knitting skills or advance the design and execution of your own projects. Learn at your own pace! The first five week session of this class will cover all the basics - casting on, knitting, purling, cables, lace, color change, and casting off. The second session will pay special attention to pattern reading and 'couture' finishing techniques. Students can work on the project of their choice. Basic supplies included.

Spinning Wheel: 1 Day Workshop
Sunday, February 21, 2010
1:00 - 4:00 pm ($70/ members, $90/ non-members)
Get introduced to the spinning wheel. This is a hands-on introductory class that wil produce single-ply yarn. Learn how to "set your twist" and easy ways to safely dye fibers at home. Class Limit 5

3413 West North Ave, Chicago

Drop-in Knitting Lessons
Tuesdays, January 5, 12, 19, February 2, 9, 16, 2010
6-7:30 pm ($5 suggested donation)
Learn the basics of casting on, knitting, purling, and casting off at your own speed. Bring your own materials or borrow ours.

Spinning Lessons
Tuesdays, January 26 & February 23, 2010
6-7:30 pm ($5 suggested donation)
Drop spindle or spinning wheel tutorials. Quick and easy dyeing techniques will also be demonstrated.