The Knitting Nest

It's Cozy Inside!

Home

Hours and Directions

Antje's Books

Errata for Book 1

Errata for Book 2

Antje on the Road

Workshops updated 8-29-10

On-going Workshops/Events

Hugs for Heads

Photos

nestingblog

Sign Our GuestBook

Ewe Talk Message Board

Contact Us

 

Call to register for workshops - 865-983-9554

or

Come by the shop in Historic Downtown Maryville during business hours


The Knitting Nest offers plenty of space as seen here during the Maggiknits workshop with designer/author Maggie Jackson.
The Knitting Nest offers plenty of space as seen here during the Maggiknits workshop with designer/author Maggie Jackson.
The button workshop was a huge success. Participants now have beautiful buttons for their hand knitted garments.
The button workshop was a huge success. Participants now have beautiful buttons for their hand knitted garments.
INTERACTIVE CALENDAR!
For more information, click on the date or the event you're interested in.


Upcoming Events & Work
 shops
August and September 2010  
 
The Scarf Club
continues...
 
Crazy Catapillar  Scarf 2
 
When: September, October and November
Time: We'll meet on the last Tuesday of each month from noon - 2 pm (day and time can be individualized). You'll receive your yarn and pattern for the following month, and we'll cast on and get started! You will be able to come in for free help with your scarf throughout the whole month!
Fee: $90
 
  The first 3 months of our Scarf Club were a full success! We worked with cables and beads, tried our hand at brioche and finished with a modular zigzag scarf.
 
 The next block of 3 will have us dabble in lace, use one of my faves: The Seed Stitch, and ease into the holidays with fluffy softness!
If you are interested in joining the Scarf Club for the next 3 months, please call us and sign up!
Next meeting: Tuesday, Aug 31 at Noon.
 

Prelude to
 The Modern Quilt Wrap
(dabble in Mitered Squares...)
Quilt Wrap   Quilt Wrap 2
 First Meeting: Tuesday, Aug. 31, 6-8 pm
Help meetings: Tuesdays, Sept. 14 and 28; and Oct. 19 from 6 - 8 pm 
Class Fee: $50
 
  Class fee includes:
 Folk Style
Folk Style by Mags Kandis.
 This is a beautiful book filled  with fun folksy patterns, including the awesome mitered
Modern Quilt Wrap.
 You'll also receive Kidsilk Haze by Rowan to practice  mitered squares.
And of course, there will be nourishment for energy!!
Supplies to bring:
A wood/bamboo size 7 circular needle (16") is recommended but bring a size 6 and an 8...just in case; and the usual knitting paraphanelia.
 
Okay, so I've started the first square of this mitered wrap, and I must tell you that it is incredibly interesting to watch your row slowly curve and shape itself into a block of color! WOW!
The wrap consists of 9 different colors and you'll have several different ones available for your practice swatch. All the colors are on order.
 
 If you decide to make the complete wrap, you can reserve your yarn during our first meeting and receive 10% off the purchase. 

 
2 Socks at-a-time on
 2 Circular Needles
Cuff-Down 
 
Book 1
  
When: Saturdays
 Sept. 4 (session I),
 Sept. 18 (session II) 
Oct. 2 (session III)
all from 10 am to noon 
 Fee: $65
 
It's been a while since we offered the cuff-down sock workshop at The Knitting Nest, and I've had several requests and inquiries as of late...so why not?Smiley Face 
We'll take 3 sessions/each 2 weeks apart, to make a pair of socks from the cuff down while practicing the different steps of construction. If a day/time is already taken with something else, we will be happy to schedule a make up class so you won't miss anything!
Knitters taking this workshop should be proficient in knitting, purling, knitting in the round, as well as basic increasing and decreasing.

 
Magic Ball Party 
 
Magic Ball 1  Magic Ball 2 
  
When: Sat., Sept. 11 from 11 am to 5 pm  
Fee: $5 
 
This will be our second Magic Ball Party! Last year, we had a blast with everyone bringing in and sharing some of their own stash from home. The table was covered with a multitude of colors, sparkles and textures, and then we spent the whole day selecting, knoting and winding our treasures into gorgeous balls of yarn. The end result was nothing short of individual pieces of art!
 These Magic Balls make great gifts for birthdays or Christmas! I found this photo on the web and don't these balls look simply exquisite and festive?
 
Magic Ball 3
 

Ongoing Workshops and Events 

Brown Bag Lunch
Brown Bag Luncheon dates are every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each monthNoon – 2 PM

Description: Need to unwind a bit? Need to pull out and old project and work on it?

Need some company, a little chat, a laugh?

Then grab your project, a brown bag lunch and come to The Knitting Newst for our 2-hour Brown Bag Lunch!

This free, no instruction social will take you mind off any icky day if necessary! Or, it’ll make you even happier than you already are.

Get cozy, sit down, knit a few rows and eat your lunch with us.

 What’s New to You?Fee: $50/four 2-hour sessions 

These blocks of four 2-hour sessions are designed for you to bring in pretty much anything you want to work on and/or need help with, like finishing a project or starting a new technique. Pick up some tips and tricks from other knitters and their projects along the way while enjoying two hours of guild-free knitting with people who share the passion.

What’s New to You is scheduled for most Tuesday afternoons as well as some evenings and some Saturday afternoons. You can use your sessions during any designated days/times. Session blocks must be used within six weeks of purchase.

For more information, please check the calendar, give us a call or visit us at the shop.

 Beginning Knitting Classes

Fee: $15 per 2-hour session

When: These knitting classes are taken during any “What’s New to You Session”.

Please call to set up a day and time that works for you.

Description: If you are interested in learning how to knit, this is the place to come to! Our beginning classes are divided into three 2-hour workshops. You can take all three or pick and choose the right one for you.

Session 1: You’ll learn how to cast on, knit and bind off.

Session 2: We’ll show you how to purl, increase and decrease.

Session 3: You’ll knit in the round, applying all newly mastered techniques.

After you worked through all three sessions, you’ll be able to pretty much tackle anything you’d like to try, including scarves, afghans, baby blankets, sweaters, hats, gloves and socks!

 We are more than happy to answer questions and help you along with your patterns. Sometimes, as I’m sure you know there are no quick fixes and a project needs to be dealt with step by step or even stay with us for a while. In order to give every knitter the same consideration and wonderful experience at The Knitting Nest please give us a call and set up a time when we can give you and your project our undivided attention. Thank you for understanding. 

Specialty Quickies are available for $10/1 hour per person by appointment scheduled during business hours Monday – Friday, depending on availability.

 

Private Instruction is available for $30/2 hrs per person by appointment scheduled during business hours Monday – Friday, depending on availability.


Evening Knits

When: Every Thursday 6 to 8 pm

Cost: No Charge!

Description: Time to sit, knit and relax with fellow knitters just for the fun of it! Join us for conversation and an evening of knitting. This is strictly a non-instructional time.

General Info


Regardless of indicated skill levels, all students should at least be comfortable with the knit stitch. If you are not clear about what skills are needed for a class please ask us.
It is strongly suggested to purchase any materials needed prior to the first session of each class. Time is precious and classes will begin on time.
Please make sure you bring all your basic knitting supplies as well as any special materials and homework to each class. While we are all more than happy to share, sometimes there is not enough to go around.
Please try to attend all dates indicated for a workshop. If there is a conflict in scheduling, we will be more than happy to set up a day and time for you to come in and make up the session you missed.

Above all let's have fun knitting!                           

See you then,
antje