Purls of Wisdom

For all classes that don't include materials, we do ask that you buy your materials from Purls. This helps us keep the costs of classes reasonable.

Refunds are not available for cancellations made less than a week before class. A 50% refund will be issued for cancellations made more than a week before class.

We are no longer able to offer make-ups or exchanges for missed classes. Thank you for your understanding.

  • Classes

    • Reading a Pattern

      $50.00

      Does reading a knitting pattern seem like Greek to you? Do you struggle with choosing the right yarn for your project? This is the class for you! Laura will give an overview of common pitfalls in reading a pattern, as well as discuss ho ...

    • Introduction to Lace Knitting

      $50.00

      Lace knitting looks complex with it's delicate holes and shaping, but it's really not. In this class you'll learn the ins and outs of lace knitting. This including lace increases and decreases, yarn overs, lace chart reading and how to ...

    • Double Pointed Needles

      $50.00

      Knitting in the round is useful for many projects like hats, socks, sleeves and gloves. In this class, you will learn to knit in the round using double pointed needles in order to make a simple fingerless mitts. Instructor: Jackie, Ma ...

    • Magic Loop: Cactus

      $50.00

      Knitting in the round is a technique where you create a tube of fabric as opposed to a flat piece. This is useful for making hats, sweaters, toys and socks. In this class you will learn how to knit in the round using one long circular n ...

    • Tunisian Crochet

      $80.00

      This is a beginner-level class where you will learn basic Tunisian crochet techniques such as how to use Tunisian crochet hooks, the foundation row, binding off, ribbing, seaming and felting. Instructor: Jackie, Certified Crochet Inst ...

    • Oops! Fixing Common Mistakes

      $50.00

      Having trouble moving forward in projects because of that one stitch you misplaced? Need to knit back to a mistake and don't know how to get there? This class will teach you the tricks of the trade including laddering down to fix a stit ...

    • Knit Companion 101

      $50.00

      Knit Companion is a must-have app for all knitters AND crocheters! Keep all your patterns and notes in one place, paper-free. This class will cover how to get the app, import patterns and use all the basic features. Includes instruction ...

    • Spinning 101

      $60.00

      Learn to spin! In this two hour class you will get a brief introduction to spinning and plenty of class time to give it a try. We will have spinning wheels available for you to practice with in class, so all you need to bring is your se ...

    • Understanding Gauge

      $50.00

      The secret to a great fitting knitted garment is swatching. Learn all about knitting a good swatch and how to measure gauge. You will also learn tricks for making adjustments to your swatch, blocking, and some knitter's math to make sur ...

    Event

    • Melting Pot KAL Party

      Join us to celebrate the completion of our Melting Pot Sweater Knit-a-Long! Bring or wear your Melting Pot sweater (finished or not) so we can share all of the beautiful colors. Light refreshments will be served.

    • Summer Sock Club

      $150.00

      Join us for our Summer Sock Club! This June, July and August we will have meet-ups focusing on everything socks! Get sock support and instruction from Mariah, our certified knitting instructor who will guide you to becoming a better soc ...

    • Little Maker's Fiber Camp

      $200.00

      Drop off your fiber curious kids with us for a morning of crafts and fun at our Little Makers Fiber Camp! We will focus on learning to knit or crochet each day with the goal to have a completed project by the last day of camp. Your kids ...

  • Products & Packages

  • Classes

    • Crochet 101

      $45.00

      Learn the basics of crochet. No experience required! This class is purchased as a bundle of 3 sessions that can be used at any time. Sessions do not have to be attended consecutively. Instructor: Kelsey Sarault

    • Knitting 101

      $60.00

      Learn the basics of knitting, no experienced needed! You will be knitting the Sampler Scarf designed by Jennifer. This class is purchased as a bundle of 4 sessions that can be used at any time. Sessions do not have to be attended consecutively. Instructors: Jennifer, Purls of Wisdom owner Mariah, certified knitting instructor Laura, Purls of Wisdom staff

    • Knitting 102

      $30.00

      Know the basics but want to build your skill set and produce more than scarves and cowls? Have you outgrown Knitting 101 but still want to keep learning? This is the class for you! Bring your project and we'll help you progress to new knitting heights. This class is purchased as a bundle of 2 sessions that can be used at any time. Instructor: Laura, Purls of Wisdom staff or Mariah, certified knitting instructor Prerequisite skills: Knitting 101 graduate, or casting on and off, knitting and purling

    Gift Certificates

    • Give the Gift of Knitting

      $100.00

      Share the gift of learning to knit with a special holiday offering: four Knitting 101 classes and all class materials! Our Knitting 101 class is designed to teach the basics of knitting, no experienced needed! Instructors: Jennifer, Purls of Wisdom owner Mariah, certified knitting instructor Laura, Purls of Wisdom staff