Classes   - 

Teaching is important at R. Rabbit's because that is how we develop lifelong knitters.   

I learned how to knit as a senior in High School and it has been an indispensable part of my life since then.  Being part of a community of knitters is so important and community is something that we have at the shop.

We offer classes at all levels of skills.  We have beginner, and beyond beginner lessons, sock and lace knit-a-longs, top-down sweaters, One-Skein projects and some special make-it and take-it Saturdays.  As you can see from the calendar below we have plenty of open knitting time at the shop and private lessons are also available.  Our class schedule is also pos
ted and can be downloaded.
                                Shop hours are: Tuesday - Friday: Noon to 6PM   and     Saturday: 10AM - 3PM

For a PDF file of our latest class list click here: beginning knitting, baby sweater, socks, crochet, etc.
                             Email or call the shop   - iowaspinner@yahoo.com  319-390-3373

New classes:  We are working up a new class list for this winter. 
I will be posting new classes daily.  Please check the new listings to see what we have available.

	Felted Lucy Bag	Mondays @ 6-8PM January 9, 23, 30 $30	As you make this bag you will learn a circular cast-on, increasing in circular knitting, kitchener stitch.  One great thing about felting; it hides mistakes.
	Beginning Knitting	Tuesdays @ 6-8 PM January 17, $50	Learn the basics of knitting while you create usable projects.  This class does require the purchase of yarns and needles.  Class list is available before first class. Projects include:  a scarf, dishcloth, small bag.  You will learn how to cast on, knit, purl, make wraps and yarn overs, decreases and   I-chord.
	Moebius Ring	Saturday @ 2-4PM  January 21 $12	Even a knitter with beginning level skills can make this fun neckwarmer project.  You will work in the round with circular needle and learn a simple lace pattern.
	up or down Socks	Thursdays @ 6-8PM January 12, 19, 26 $30	Stretch your skills – socks can be intimidating but the skills used are basic.  Work with a pattern, learn short rows, picking up stitches, decreases and kitchener stitch, choose your type of needle and weight of yarn.
	Dishcloth a month	Saturdays @ 2PM January 14 February 11 March 10  $6 per month	Go from beginning level knitting skills and learn to create textural, lace and other patterns as you create dishcloths; quick projects that are great for gift giving.
	Baby Suprise Jacket	coming in January put your name on our list $30	Advanced beginning skills – this iconic baby sweater is knit entirely in garter stitch.  Work from a pattern and learn to mitered corners how to work to a gauge.
	Lace	coming in February  put your name on our list	Stretch your skills – lace can be very easy or very complex.  Learn the basics: YO and decreases to make beautiful fabric for scarves, shawls, sweaters and more.
	Tatting	Put your name on our list	Did you have an aunt or grandmother who tatted? Wish you had learned? Here is your chance to help revive this craft.  With just a shuttle and some thread you can make beautiful heirloom lace.
	Crochet	Early 2012 - beginning knitting through R. Rabbit's put your name on our list	our crochet teacher, Katy Diltz, is offering many different crochet classes through Kirkwood Community College.  Her classes are listed in the Fall catalog and are also available online at http://kirkwood.augusoft.net/
	Warm head and hands	3 meetings - coming in January or February	Learn to knit a simple hat and pair of mittens in the round with some simple ribbing and increases and decreases.
	Late night Knitting	Wednesdays 6-8PM	Not actually a class, but if you have any questions on a project, someone can probably help you.  We also love “Show and Tell” and you never know when someone will bring a great treat.
	Early morning spin	1st and 3rd Saturdays 9AM - ?	Not actually a class; bring your wheel or spindle and enjoy the fellowship of other spinners.  We will be starting up some mini-workshops in relation our gatherings.

Classes are held either in the mornings or evenings at R. Rabbit’s shop.  All Classes are limited to 5 students unless otherwise indicated. Your spot is reserved once you have paid for the class. Students will receive a 1-time discount coupon in class that may be used for class supplies or other regular priced merchandise. Many classes require a purchased pattern.
If you are in doubt about your abilities for a class, please ask before registering. Please ask what supplies are needed when registering for the class. If you must miss a session, we can arrange for you to come in for a make-up session at a mutually convenient time. If you need help finishing a class project we are happy to give extra help during shop hours or by an extra private class.  Please turn off cell phones in class.
Private lessons are available at $12/hr. at any mutually agreeable day/time.  We are also happy to arrange special classes for a group.
If you register for a class and then cannot make it you can receive a "rain check" for another class; please give us more than 24 hours notice.
Purchasing your yarn and needles here helps keep us in business! We certainly appreciate your patronage.