Classes
Advanced Frame Weaving
If you know how to warp and weave on your frame loom - learn some different weaving techniques to make your weavings even more interesting. Explore increase/decrease, looping, twill, negative space, rya and soumak.
Cost: $ 32.00
If you know how to warp and weave on your frame loom - learn some different weaving techniques to make your weavings even more interesting. Explore increase/decrease, looping, twill, negative space, rya and soumak.
Cost: $ 32.00
Basic Brioche Knitting (Mini Class)
Learn the basic brioche stitch, including brioche knit and brioche purl.
Cost: $ 20.00
Learn the basic brioche stitch, including brioche knit and brioche purl.
Cost: $ 20.00
Basic Sock - Knit
Saturdays, August 10 to 24, 1-3 p.m. Knit a basic sock using fine needles and special sock yarn. You will learn to use double pointed needles, turn a heel and create a gusset. The instructor will discuss ways to ensure a proper fitting sock.
Cost: $ 72.00
Saturdays, August 10 to 24, 1-3 p.m. Knit a basic sock using fine needles and special sock yarn. You will learn to use double pointed needles, turn a heel and create a gusset. The instructor will discuss ways to ensure a proper fitting sock.
Cost: $ 72.00
Beginning Crochet
This class is for beginners. You'll get started with chain, single crochet and double crochet stitches the first two classes. Choose a skein of Plymouth Encore yarn and a H hook and you will be on your way! On the 3rd class, you will pick out an easy project, learn to read simple crochet instructions & work on your chosen project for the remainder of the course.
Cost: $ 82.00
This class is for beginners. You'll get started with chain, single crochet and double crochet stitches the first two classes. Choose a skein of Plymouth Encore yarn and a H hook and you will be on your way! On the 3rd class, you will pick out an easy project, learn to read simple crochet instructions & work on your chosen project for the remainder of the course.
Cost: $ 82.00
Beginning Knitting
During the first 2 classes, you will learn to cast on knit, purl increase, decrease & cast off. On the 3rd class, you will pick out an easy project, learn to read simple knitting instructions & work on your chosen project for the remainder of the course.
Cost: $ 82.00
During the first 2 classes, you will learn to cast on knit, purl increase, decrease & cast off. On the 3rd class, you will pick out an easy project, learn to read simple knitting instructions & work on your chosen project for the remainder of the course.
Cost: $ 82.00
Berlin Hat (crochet)
Saturday, August 17, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Berlin Hat with Pattie Aaron Designed by Kiku Corner. This hat is named after the beautiful but gritty city Berlin, which she used to visit every summer as child. The Berlin Hat pattern works best in a tonal-dyed yarn. The Fiber Seed Sprout DK (solids) would work well. The Berlin Hat pattern is multi-sized, so there are directions to fit toddlers, children, and adults. The adult pattern has options for either a slouchy fit or a closer beanie/toque fit. Bring your Stitch Markers.
Cost: $ 32.00
Saturday, August 17, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Berlin Hat with Pattie Aaron Designed by Kiku Corner. This hat is named after the beautiful but gritty city Berlin, which she used to visit every summer as child. The Berlin Hat pattern works best in a tonal-dyed yarn. The Fiber Seed Sprout DK (solids) would work well. The Berlin Hat pattern is multi-sized, so there are directions to fit toddlers, children, and adults. The adult pattern has options for either a slouchy fit or a closer beanie/toque fit. Bring your Stitch Markers.
Cost: $ 32.00
Brioche Bandana (DK)
Tuesdays, August 20 & 27, 5 - 7 p.m. This stylish unisex cowl is knit in the 2 color brioche stitch. The pattern is worked both in the round and flat. It?s tapered in the back so it fits nicely around the neck and under the jacket. Students will learn how to decrease in brioche. One size fits most, this is warm and super soft. 24? around, 14? from cast on to point.
Cost: $ 55.00
Tuesdays, August 20 & 27, 5 - 7 p.m. This stylish unisex cowl is knit in the 2 color brioche stitch. The pattern is worked both in the round and flat. It?s tapered in the back so it fits nicely around the neck and under the jacket. Students will learn how to decrease in brioche. One size fits most, this is warm and super soft. 24? around, 14? from cast on to point.
Cost: $ 55.00
Building Blocks 2019 (knit)
Building Blocks is a skill building workshop that has students knitting a different 12 inch block every month that can be pieced together to create a lovely sampler afghan. The emphasis of this class is EDUCATION. Students are guided through the various stitches and techniques each month as their knitting knowledge is increased. With a different skill focus each month there is something new to learn at each class. Topics such as gauge, cast ons, bind offs, cables, increases, decreases, lace, pattern reading and more are covered. Join in the fun! 2nd Wednesday of every month, 5-6:30 p.m. $12/month or $132/year (paid in full) Book & yarn must be purchased at MYS!
Cost: $ 12.00
Building Blocks is a skill building workshop that has students knitting a different 12 inch block every month that can be pieced together to create a lovely sampler afghan. The emphasis of this class is EDUCATION. Students are guided through the various stitches and techniques each month as their knitting knowledge is increased. With a different skill focus each month there is something new to learn at each class. Topics such as gauge, cast ons, bind offs, cables, increases, decreases, lace, pattern reading and more are covered. Join in the fun! 2nd Wednesday of every month, 5-6:30 p.m. $12/month or $132/year (paid in full) Book & yarn must be purchased at MYS!
Cost: $ 12.00
Building Blocks 2019: All Classes
Building Blocks is a skill building workshop that has students knitting a different 12 inch block every month that can be pieced together to create a lovely sampler afghan. The emphasis of this class is EDUCATION. Students are guided through the various stitches and techniques each month as their knitting knowledge is increased. With a different skill focus each month there is something new to learn at each class. Topics such as gauge, cast ons, bind offs, cables, increases, decreases, lace, pattern reading and more are covered. Join in the fun! 2nd Wednesday of every month, 5-6:30 p.m. $12/month or $132/year (paid in full) Book & yarn must be purchased at MYS!
Cost: $ 132.00
Building Blocks is a skill building workshop that has students knitting a different 12 inch block every month that can be pieced together to create a lovely sampler afghan. The emphasis of this class is EDUCATION. Students are guided through the various stitches and techniques each month as their knitting knowledge is increased. With a different skill focus each month there is something new to learn at each class. Topics such as gauge, cast ons, bind offs, cables, increases, decreases, lace, pattern reading and more are covered. Join in the fun! 2nd Wednesday of every month, 5-6:30 p.m. $12/month or $132/year (paid in full) Book & yarn must be purchased at MYS!
Cost: $ 132.00
C2C (Corner to Corner) Cowl (crochet)
Sunday, July 28, 2 - 4 p.m. Learn the basic Corner to Corner (C2C) crochet technique while working on a cowl. Pattie will show you the basics and you can determine how wide and long you want your cowl. You can use any sport to worsted weight yarn your choice from our large selection and the hook that is appropriate for the yarn.
Cost: $ 32.00
Sunday, July 28, 2 - 4 p.m. Learn the basic Corner to Corner (C2C) crochet technique while working on a cowl. Pattie will show you the basics and you can determine how wide and long you want your cowl. You can use any sport to worsted weight yarn your choice from our large selection and the hook that is appropriate for the yarn.
Cost: $ 32.00
Christmas Stockings - Knit
Try your hand at fair isle knitting and while making a beautiful Christmas stocking in time for the holidays. We will use Nancy Lindberg's Christmas Stockings pattern and worsted weight yarn. Sample is made in Brown Sheep's Lambs Pride and a size 9 16" circular needles.
Cost: $ 66.00
Try your hand at fair isle knitting and while making a beautiful Christmas stocking in time for the holidays. We will use Nancy Lindberg's Christmas Stockings pattern and worsted weight yarn. Sample is made in Brown Sheep's Lambs Pride and a size 9 16" circular needles.
Cost: $ 66.00
Correcting Mistakes (knit)
Saturday, July 20, 1-3 p.m. Are you tired of running into the shop every time the stitches fall off the needle? Come and learn how to correct common mistakes made while knitting. You will learn to pick up dropped stitches in stockinette, garter, and at the end of the row. The class will include exercises in dropping down pattern stitches, picking up dropped stitches, and ripping out rows of knitting and getting stitches back on the needle.
Cost: $ 32.00
Saturday, July 20, 1-3 p.m. Are you tired of running into the shop every time the stitches fall off the needle? Come and learn how to correct common mistakes made while knitting. You will learn to pick up dropped stitches in stockinette, garter, and at the end of the row. The class will include exercises in dropping down pattern stitches, picking up dropped stitches, and ripping out rows of knitting and getting stitches back on the needle.
Cost: $ 32.00
CUSTOMFIT by Amy Herzog
So most of you know that Darlene is all about fit. And, several have voiced the idea that they would like a basic sweater pattern with a little more interest. Well, now you can have a pattern custom written for your measurements and your gauge. Darlene will walk you through the process. Visit https://customfit.amyherzogdesigns.com/info/ for more info on the process and to see the designs available. Pre-registration required.
Cost: $ 96.00
So most of you know that Darlene is all about fit. And, several have voiced the idea that they would like a basic sweater pattern with a little more interest. Well, now you can have a pattern custom written for your measurements and your gauge. Darlene will walk you through the process. Visit https://customfit.amyherzogdesigns.com/info/ for more info on the process and to see the designs available. Pre-registration required.
Cost: $ 96.00
Double Knit Cowl
Saturday, August 24, 1-3 p.m. Learn the technique of double knitting while making a cowl. Double knitting produces a fabric that is reversible and looks like Stockinette on each side.
Cost: $ 32.00
Saturday, August 24, 1-3 p.m. Learn the technique of double knitting while making a cowl. Double knitting produces a fabric that is reversible and looks like Stockinette on each side.
Cost: $ 32.00
Fair Isle Hat
Learn to knit a basic fair isle hat. You will choose your own motifs and color combinations. Please bring a 16" circular needle size 7. Homework: Cast on 100 stitches on a 16" circular needle size US 5 and work in ribbing for 1 1/4".
Cost: $ 32.00
Learn to knit a basic fair isle hat. You will choose your own motifs and color combinations. Please bring a 16" circular needle size 7. Homework: Cast on 100 stitches on a 16" circular needle size US 5 and work in ribbing for 1 1/4".
Cost: $ 32.00
Finishing
Learn professional finishing techniques that will make your sweater lookl "handmade" rather than "homemade". The class includes ideas on planning for finishing, weaving in ends, calculating the pick up sequence along edges, etc. Using swatches that you prepare before class, you will practice seaming techniques and leave with skills that will make finishing a pleasant experience rather than a nightmare. Homework required.
Cost: $ 32.00
Learn professional finishing techniques that will make your sweater lookl "handmade" rather than "homemade". The class includes ideas on planning for finishing, weaving in ends, calculating the pick up sequence along edges, etc. Using swatches that you prepare before class, you will practice seaming techniques and leave with skills that will make finishing a pleasant experience rather than a nightmare. Homework required.
Cost: $ 32.00
Hannah's Honeydew Hat - Knit
Using a basic linen stitch this adorable hat is made in two complementary colors of HiKoo's Simplicity. Simplicity is a customer favorite yarn because of it’s range of colors and because it is easy to knit with. Come pick your favorite color combination and join Kate in the fun of learning something new. Designed by Hannah Mann. Homework: Cast on and knit ribbing before class.
Cost: $ 55.00
Using a basic linen stitch this adorable hat is made in two complementary colors of HiKoo's Simplicity. Simplicity is a customer favorite yarn because of it’s range of colors and because it is easy to knit with. Come pick your favorite color combination and join Kate in the fun of learning something new. Designed by Hannah Mann. Homework: Cast on and knit ribbing before class.
Cost: $ 55.00
Hester's Cowl - Knit
Saturday, July 6, 1 - 3 p.m. Designed by Versaci Knits. Have you tried brioche knitting and want to take it to the next level? Here is a project that uses basic brioche and two color brioche. Chose your favorite three colors of Debbie Bliss Cashmerino and you're ready to go!
Cost: $ 32.00
Saturday, July 6, 1 - 3 p.m. Designed by Versaci Knits. Have you tried brioche knitting and want to take it to the next level? Here is a project that uses basic brioche and two color brioche. Chose your favorite three colors of Debbie Bliss Cashmerino and you're ready to go!
Cost: $ 32.00
Intermediate Knitting/Crocheting (Monday Afternoons)
You will learn more advanced techniques of your choice. For example, you can choose a simple cabled sweater pattern, a fair isle pattern, an intarsia pattern-the choice is yours! This class can be taken over and over and over...
Cost: $ 96.00
You will learn more advanced techniques of your choice. For example, you can choose a simple cabled sweater pattern, a fair isle pattern, an intarsia pattern-the choice is yours! This class can be taken over and over and over...
Cost: $ 96.00
Intermediate Knitting/Crocheting (Saturdays-One Day Classes)
This new format is of Intermediate Knitting/Crocheting allows for one day sign ups. You do not have to commit to the full 4 weeks. We are selling the classes as "one-offs". Just sign up the Saturdays you can do.
Cost: $ 27.00
This new format is of Intermediate Knitting/Crocheting allows for one day sign ups. You do not have to commit to the full 4 weeks. We are selling the classes as "one-offs". Just sign up the Saturdays you can do.
Cost: $ 27.00
Intermediate Knitting/Crocheting (Thursday Afternoons)
You will learn more advanced techniques of your choice. For example, you can choose a simple cabled sweater pattern, a fair isle pattern, an intarsia pattern-the choice is yours! This class can be taken over and over and over...
Cost: $ 96.00
You will learn more advanced techniques of your choice. For example, you can choose a simple cabled sweater pattern, a fair isle pattern, an intarsia pattern-the choice is yours! This class can be taken over and over and over...
Cost: $ 96.00
Intermediate Knitting/Crocheting (Thursday Evening)
You will learn more advanced techniques of your choice. For example, you can choose a simple cabled sweater pattern, a fair isle pattern, an intarsia pattern-the choice is yours! This class can be taken over and over and over...
Cost: $ 96.00
You will learn more advanced techniques of your choice. For example, you can choose a simple cabled sweater pattern, a fair isle pattern, an intarsia pattern-the choice is yours! This class can be taken over and over and over...
Cost: $ 96.00
Intermediate Knitting/Crocheting (Tuesday Afternoons)
You will learn more advanced techniques of your choice. For example, you can choose a simple cabled sweater pattern, a fair isle pattern, an intarsia pattern-the choice is yours! This class can be taken over and over and over...
Cost: $ 96.00
You will learn more advanced techniques of your choice. For example, you can choose a simple cabled sweater pattern, a fair isle pattern, an intarsia pattern-the choice is yours! This class can be taken over and over and over...
Cost: $ 96.00
Intermediate Knitting/Crocheting (Wednesday Afternoons)
You will learn more advanced techniques of your choice. For example, you can choose a simple cabled sweater pattern, a fair isle pattern, an intarsia pattern-the choice is yours! This class can be taken over and over and over...
Cost: $ 96.00
You will learn more advanced techniques of your choice. For example, you can choose a simple cabled sweater pattern, a fair isle pattern, an intarsia pattern-the choice is yours! This class can be taken over and over and over...
Cost: $ 96.00
Intro to Frame Weaving
Tuesday, Tuesday, July 23, 5 - 7 p.m. or Saturday, August 24, 1 - 3 p.m. Using a frame loom, students will learn some basics of weaving, including how to warp the frame, how to create some simple stitches and how to let the design process flow while making a simple wall hanging. No experience needed. Frames available at MYS.
Cost: $ 32.00
Tuesday, Tuesday, July 23, 5 - 7 p.m. or Saturday, August 24, 1 - 3 p.m. Using a frame loom, students will learn some basics of weaving, including how to warp the frame, how to create some simple stitches and how to let the design process flow while making a simple wall hanging. No experience needed. Frames available at MYS.
Cost: $ 32.00
Intro to Rigid Heddle Weaving: Getting to Know Your Loom
Saturdays, July 13, 20 & August 3, 1-3 p.m. Learn the parts of the loom and weaving terminology. Students will assemble their loom, warp it and do a balanced weave using worsted weight yarn purchased from MYS. This basic class is a spring board for more advanced weaving technique classes to come. If bringing own loom, make sure it is a rigid heddle and is no bigger than 20". Check with Georg if uncertain.
Cost: $ 72.00
Saturdays, July 13, 20 & August 3, 1-3 p.m. Learn the parts of the loom and weaving terminology. Students will assemble their loom, warp it and do a balanced weave using worsted weight yarn purchased from MYS. This basic class is a spring board for more advanced weaving technique classes to come. If bringing own loom, make sure it is a rigid heddle and is no bigger than 20". Check with Georg if uncertain.
Cost: $ 72.00
Just Yoking Around (Elizabeth Zimmermann)
Tuesdays, August 6, 20, September 3 & 17, 5 - 7 p.m. Georg's favorite sweater pattern is really a technique. She loves Elizabeth Zimmermann's "Percentage System" or EPS. On Georg's sample, the yoke was knit using mosaic borders inspired by Barbara Walker. Want to learn the EPS for yoke sweaters? You will have fun picking your motifs for the yoke. Please pick a worksted to Aran weight yarn from our beautiful selection. Must have/purchase Knitting Workshop or The Opinionated Knitter.
Cost: $ 96.00
Tuesdays, August 6, 20, September 3 & 17, 5 - 7 p.m. Georg's favorite sweater pattern is really a technique. She loves Elizabeth Zimmermann's "Percentage System" or EPS. On Georg's sample, the yoke was knit using mosaic borders inspired by Barbara Walker. Want to learn the EPS for yoke sweaters? You will have fun picking your motifs for the yoke. Please pick a worksted to Aran weight yarn from our beautiful selection. Must have/purchase Knitting Workshop or The Opinionated Knitter.
Cost: $ 96.00
Lace Pickup Techniques
(for rigid heddle weavers). You will learn warp manipulated lace weaves such as: Leno Lace, Spanish Lace, Danish Medallion and Brooks Bouquet.? Leave with a sampler and many new skills! Bring your own loom PRE WARPED with 3 yards of smooth, not textured cotton, linen or other strong blend.? Wefts can be the same as the warp or a variety of other yarns, weights and textures.
Cost: $ 55.00
(for rigid heddle weavers). You will learn warp manipulated lace weaves such as: Leno Lace, Spanish Lace, Danish Medallion and Brooks Bouquet.? Leave with a sampler and many new skills! Bring your own loom PRE WARPED with 3 yards of smooth, not textured cotton, linen or other strong blend.? Wefts can be the same as the warp or a variety of other yarns, weights and textures.
Cost: $ 55.00
Lintilla - Knit
Part of the "Hitchhiker Series", Martina Belm describes her love for garter stitch and her design, Lintilla. "Most hand-dyed yarns look rally fab in it. So I just could not resist to design another little garter stitch shawlette. Lintilla. It comes with a special long and narrow trianglar, slightly assymetrical construction and a beautiful scalloped, subtly ruffled edge that is really fun to make".
Cost: $ 55.00
Part of the "Hitchhiker Series", Martina Belm describes her love for garter stitch and her design, Lintilla. "Most hand-dyed yarns look rally fab in it. So I just could not resist to design another little garter stitch shawlette. Lintilla. It comes with a special long and narrow trianglar, slightly assymetrical construction and a beautiful scalloped, subtly ruffled edge that is really fun to make".
Cost: $ 55.00
Mandalas Monthly - Crochet - One Month at a Time
Each month students will learn a new crochet mandala.
Cost: $ 12.00
Each month students will learn a new crochet mandala.
Cost: $ 12.00
Norah's Vintage Afghan (A Block a Month )- One Month at a Time
There are 20 squares in this beautiful cabled afghan by Norah Gaughan. Students can choose to do all 20 squares over 20 months or just 12 squares over 12 months. Each square is different. Pattern is free. The complete afghan with 20 squares takes 4 skeins of Berroco Vintage is 5 different colors. There is also the option to only do 12 squares for a smaller afghan. Yarn used is Berroco Vintage. Visit the studio for color selection or follow the link here
Cost: $ 12.00
There are 20 squares in this beautiful cabled afghan by Norah Gaughan. Students can choose to do all 20 squares over 20 months or just 12 squares over 12 months. Each square is different. Pattern is free. The complete afghan with 20 squares takes 4 skeins of Berroco Vintage is 5 different colors. There is also the option to only do 12 squares for a smaller afghan. Yarn used is Berroco Vintage. Visit the studio for color selection or follow the link here
Cost: $ 12.00
Norah's Vintage Afghan (A Block a Month)
There are 20 squares in this beautiful cabled afghan by Norah Gaughan. Students can choose to do all 20 squares over 20 months or just 12 squares over 12 months. Each square is different. Pattern is free. The complete afghan with 20 squares takes 4 skeins of Berroco Vintage is 5 different colors. There is also the option to only do 12 squares for a smaller afghan.
Cost: $ 220.00
There are 20 squares in this beautiful cabled afghan by Norah Gaughan. Students can choose to do all 20 squares over 20 months or just 12 squares over 12 months. Each square is different. Pattern is free. The complete afghan with 20 squares takes 4 skeins of Berroco Vintage is 5 different colors. There is also the option to only do 12 squares for a smaller afghan.
Cost: $ 220.00
Private Lesson (knitting only)
Take a private knitting lesson with one of our talented teachers.
Cost: $ 32.00
Take a private knitting lesson with one of our talented teachers.
Cost: $ 32.00
Private Lesson (knitting/crocheting)
Take a private lesson with one of our talented teachers.
Cost: $ 32.00
Take a private lesson with one of our talented teachers.
Cost: $ 32.00
Rigid Heddle Weaving: Color Play
Learn plaids and stripe color patterns with your rigid heddle loom. Knowledge of plain weave (tabby weave) is necessary. Students must know how to warp a loom. 2 week class
Cost: $ 55.00
Learn plaids and stripe color patterns with your rigid heddle loom. Knowledge of plain weave (tabby weave) is necessary. Students must know how to warp a loom. 2 week class
Cost: $ 55.00
Rigid Heddle Weaving: Log Cabin
Wednesday, July 10 & 31, 1- 3 p.m. or Tuesday, July 16 & 30, 5 - 7 p.m. The Log Cabin pattern is a color-and-weave pattern which basically means that the way the warp and weft strand colors interlock creates the pattern. Knowledge of plain weave (tabby weave) necessary. Students must know how to warp a loom.
Cost: $ 55.00
Wednesday, July 10 & 31, 1- 3 p.m. or Tuesday, July 16 & 30, 5 - 7 p.m. The Log Cabin pattern is a color-and-weave pattern which basically means that the way the warp and weft strand colors interlock creates the pattern. Knowledge of plain weave (tabby weave) necessary. Students must know how to warp a loom.
Cost: $ 55.00
Calendar
Beginning Knitting
During the first 2 classes, you will learn to cast on knit, purl increase, decrease & cast off. On the 3rd class, you will pick out an easy project, learn to read simple knitting instructions & work on your chosen project for the remainder of the course.
Private Lesson (knitting only)
Take a private knitting lesson with one of our talented teachers.
Intermediate Knitting/Crocheting (Saturdays-One Day Classes)
This new format is of Intermediate Knitting/Crocheting allows for one day sign ups. You do not have to commit to the full 4 weeks. We are selling the classes as "one-offs". Just sign up the Saturdays you can do.
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Contact Us
- Mosaic Yarn Studio
- Ph: 847-390-1013
- Address: 109 W. Prospect Ave.
- Mount Prospect, IL 60056
- Regular Store Hours:
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- Tues & Fri 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Wed & Thurs 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Sun 12 - 5 p.m.
- Holiday Hours:
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- May 26 (Sunday before Labor Day) Closed