SEPTEMBER 2008 Calendar
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closed Labor Day

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Knit Salon
6:30 - 9 PM

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Dime Stories Live
7 - 9 PM

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Beginner's Knit Scarf Class 1
1 - 4 PM

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closed

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Beginning Crochet Dishcloths Class 1
1 - 4 PM

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Beginner's Knit Scarf Class 2
1 - 4 PM

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closed

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Beginner's Knit Scarf Class 1
6 - 9 PM

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Knit Salon
6:30 - 9 PM

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Beginning Crochet Dishcloths Class 2
1 - 4 PM

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Razor Cami
2 - 4 PM

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closed

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Beginner's Knit Scarf Class 2
6 - 9 PM

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Magic Pumpkin Needle Felting Class
1 - 4 PM

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Granny's Traditional Afghan Class 1
1 - 4 PM

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closed

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yarn ball yarn help 1 - 4 PM

yarn ball yarn help 11 AM - 6 PM

yarn ballThe yarn ball on days colored in orange indicate that an expert knitter is available from 11 AM - 6 PM to offer assistance in pattern, yarn selections and private lessons; the yarn ball on white indicates help from 1 - 4 PM. Hours are subject to change; it's best to call (619) 284-7684 and confirm. Private Lessons: $20 per hour (30 minutes minimum) for knitting or crocheting.


Regular Events

Dime StoriesDime Stories Live 7 - 9 PM Friday 5 September 2008
San Diego Writer's Ink presents an Open Mic opportunity for prose writers, hosted by Amy Wallen. Bring 3 minutes of prose to read aloud to peers and future readers in a supportive, relaxed atmosphere. For more info, contact amylizwrites@hotmail.com
Knit SalonKnit Salon 6:30 - 9 PM First & Third Thursdays 4 & 18 September 2008 FREE
Drop in and join fellow knitters and crocheters for an evening of creativity in the cozy atmosphere of The Grove. No instructions offered, but yarn selection advice is available.

Classes

handmade cotton dishcloths
Beginner's Crocheted Dishcloths

granny square afghan
Granny's Traditional Afghan

Class Cancellation Policy
No Exceptions

In the event The Grove must cancel a class due to lack of participants, The Grove will issue a full refund. Participants who are unable to attend as planned must notify The Grove within five (5) days of the class in order to receive a refund, otherwise the class fee is forfeited. Fees cannot be applied to future classes.

Beginner's Crocheted Dishcloths 1:00 - 4:00 PM Saturdays 13 & 20 September 2008 $40 (includes pattern)
Set of three dishcloths perfect for gift giving. Class will cover the basics: single, half-double & double stitches. Materials: 3 skeins Blue Sky Skinny Dyed Cotton yarn; size G/6/4.25 mm crochet hook; stitch gauge or tape measure; safety pin or plastic safety pin type stitch marker; scissors/yarn cutter. (Instructor Melody Hufford) Skill Level: Beginner
Beginner's Knit Scarf Sundays 28 September 2008: 1:00 - 4:00 PM or Wednesdays 17 & 24 September 2008: 6:00 - 9:00 PM $40 for 2 sessions
If you haven't learned yet, it's time! Class 1: we'll teach you to cast on and knit. Class 2: return to complete your scarf and fringe it if you wish. Wear it home! (Instructor Melody Hufford) Materials available for purchase: light-colored, worsted weight yarn with size 7, 8 or 9 needles. Bring a calculator, tape measure and paper & pencil. Skill Level: Beginner
Granny's Traditional Afghan 1:00 - 4:00 PM Sundays 28 September & 12 October 2008 $40 for 2 sessions + $4.25 pattern fee
Granny's favorite revisited -- simple double crochet squares. Marble Acrylic is a soft, high-quality microfiber acrylic that comes in beautiful, deep, earth tones. Materials: James C. Brett's Marble Acrylic: 6 skeins in Main Color (shown in #13 Misty Brown) + 4 skeins in 2nd Color (shown in #17 Sand Dune); crochet hook size J/10/6.0mm; scissors, yarn needle, stitch gauge / tape measure, safety pin or plastic safety pin type stitch marker (Instructor Melody Hufford) Skill Level: Easy
Magic Pumpkin Needle Felting 1:00 - 4:00 PM Saturday 27 September 2008 $30 + $10 materials fee
Make your own Fall-inspired centerpieces or surprise family and friends with a set of magic pumpkins. Come learn the ancient art of needle felting and sculpting with a needle to make enchanted creations! Materials: $10 kit includes everything you need to make class project (Instructor Tiziana Boccaletti) Skill Level: Beginner
Razor Cami 2 - 4 PM Sundays 21 September & 5 October 2008 $50 for 2 sessions
This brilliant, stretchy design by Katie Marcus offers a great opportunity to learn how to knit in the round and make simple lace. Our teacher Nadia will guide you in creating a camisole pattern knitted over 288 times by members of Ravelry! Part 1: Learn this easy lace rib pattern by knitting a gauge swatch in class. Nadia will customize the fit for each student based on their swatches. Part 2: Return with the cami knit to the underarm point and Nadia will teach you how to finish it (including doing the edging and straps). Wear it home that afternoon! Materials: 5 - 7 skeins Blue Sky Skinny Dyed Cotton; US size #5-7 / 3.75 - 4.5 mm 24" circular needle; personal printout of online pattern; ruler/tape measure; yarn/tapestry needle (Instructor Nadia Padilla) Skill Level: Easy

garter stitch scarf
Beginner's Knit Scarf

needle felted pumpkin
Magic Pumpkin Needle Felting

stretchy camisole
Razor Cami

The fees listed cover instruction only unless otherwise indicated. 10% discount applies to all yarns purchased for class on the day of class. Preregistration and advanced payment are required for all classes.

Preregistration and advanced payment are required for all classes. Signing up is easy; just call 619.284.7684 or visit The Grove.

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