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Learn to Crochet

Alex — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 19:34:40 +0000

So maybe knitting’s not for you (blasphemy, I know! But sometimes it’s true!) Or maybe you just want to add a snazzy new fiber skill to your repertoire (and some cute crocheted flowers onto your knits!) Either way- Elaine’s back with another Learn to Crochet class!

Learn to Crochet / Crocheted Flowers
$30 with Elaine Marcus
No prior crochet knowledge needed! Class project is small crocheted flowers.
Date/Time: Thursday, Jan 19, 5-8pm
Materials: Size H Susan Bates Quicksilver crochet hook
Includes: Yarn for project, TNNA Learn to Crochet booklet
Skills learned: Chain, single crochet, double crochet

Pretty!!

To sign up, give us a call- 503-922-1150, or email us at class@twistedpdx.com!

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Tunisian Crochet is Back!

Alex — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 10:29:45 +0000

We can barely keep up with the demand for Natalie’s Tunisian Crochet class! Good thing we just added two new dates to the schedule: January 7th and February 11. Call soon, these slots fill up fast!

Beginning Tunisian Crochet
$30 With Natalie Kilkenny
Some call Tunisian crochet a marriage between knitting and crochet. Tunisian crochet produces a lovely and very sturdy fabric that can be used for many objects including garments and home decor such as pillow covers, coasters and place mats. Tunisian crochet projects are a great way to get rid of extra balls of yarn in your stash.
Date/Time: Saturday, Jan 7, 12-3pm
-OR- Saturday, Feb 11, 10am-1pm
Materials: A Tunisian crochet hook preferably size I US; Sturdy or non-splitting yarn to practice with at least worsted weight, larger if you’re using a bigger hook (no novelty yarns such as fur or boucle please); the 400-450 yards of the appropriate gauged yarn for your hook; a tapestry needle.
Prerequisites: Must be able to chain & single crochet.
Skills learned: Use a Tunisian crochet hook to make 4 different stitch patterns; Create entrelac type fabric with Tunisian crochet; Create a Tunsian crochet scarf with a sampler of different stitches

What is Tunisian Crochet? Why, it’s a fascinating variant of crochet that uses a very long needle that holds a whole row’s worth of stitches (sound familiar?) and creates a beautiful texture. Like so:

Pretty, huh? Want to sign up? Call us at 503-922-1150 or email class@twistedpdx.com!

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Purple Hat Parade!!

Shannon — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 11:32:23 +0000

Emily had this great idea to give another push to the Purple Hat Campaign: take a quazillion photos of the resident baby in some of the hats we have received at Twisted. Vivian shot, Astrid modeled, Star did a goofy dance in the background for a bit, and we were all once again amazed at the generosity of our sister and brother crafters…

All hats are due either to Twisted or to Legacy by the 26th of October, so you’ve got a bit of time left…let’s all work together to ensure all babies born in November in the area get a purple hat, and their parents get information about the Period of Purple Crying and prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome…

Inspiration follows (sure, I’m a bit biased, but isn’t she the cutest thing you ever did see?)…

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Learn to Read Crochet Charts – Oct 15, 10am-12pm

Alex — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 13:08:38 +0000

Have you ever seen those weird, spindly drawings in a book of crochet patterns and though “well, that would be a cool tattoo, but what IS it?”

That, my friend, is a crochet chart! And unlike those stodgy, graph-paper knitting charts, crochet charts are free to doodle around the page, while still packing just as much information. But they can be rather confusing if you haven’t learned how to read them- which is where our class with Elaine comes in!

From our class schedule:

Befuddled by the cryptic drawings in your crochet patterns? Be fuddled no more! Elaine will teach you to read these crazy looking charts like a champ!
Date/Time: Saturday, Oct 15, 10am-12pm.
Materials: Students will need to bring some smooth, worsted weight yarn and a size F or G hook. Charts and handouts will be provided.
Prerequisites: Students should be comfortable with basic crochet stitches (this is not a learn-to-crochet class).
Skills Learned: Why, how to read a crochet chart, of course!

The class is $20, and is a great next step for a beginning (or even not-so-beginning) crocheter who wants to start working from some fancier patterns! You can sign up by dropping by the shop, giving us a call at 503-922-1150, or emailing us at class@twistedpdx.com.

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Reminder: Tunisian Crochet Class Wednesday, 9/21

Shannon — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 11:33:47 +0000

Just a reminder that there is still room in the Tunisian Crochet Class tomorrow, Wednesday, September 21st, from 5-8pm.

Some call Tunisian crochet a marriage between knitting and crochet. We call it gorgeous and fun! Tunisian crochet produces a lovely and very sturdy fabric that can be used for many objects including garments and home decor such as pillow covers, coasters and place mats. Tunisian crochet projects are a great way to get rid of extra balls of yarn in your stash.

with Natalie Kilkenny
$30
Prerequisites: Must be able to chain & single crochet.
Skills learned: Use a Tunisian crochet hook to make 4 different stitch patterns; Create entrelac type fabric with Tunisian crochet; Create a Tunsian crochet scarf with a sampler of different stitches
Materials: A Tunisian crochet hook preferably size I US; Sturdy or non-splitting yarn to practice with at least worsted weight, larger if you’re using a bigger hook (no novelty yarns such as fur or boucle please); the 400-450 yards of the appropriate gauged yarn for your hook; a tapestry needle.

We’ve got 3 classes on the calendar this Fall/Winter. Wednesday, September 21st from 5-8pm, Sunday, October 29th from 10am-1pm, and Wednesday, November 30th from 5-8pm. Give us a call at 503-922-1150, stop in, or send an email to class@twistedpdx.com to register.

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Tunisian Crochet Classes now at Twisted!

Shannon — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 11:42:53 +0000

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Thank you Commuknitcation!

Emily — Sun, 26 Jun 2011 09:39:36 +0000

We left the shop Friday night and all was normal. We arrived on Saturday morning and what to our wondering eyes did appear…

Who needs a stinkin’ sleigh and any number of stupid tiny antlered mammals? We got a yarn bombed tree! It is the most beautiful, beautiful, beautiful crocheted tree cozy that there ever has been and ever will be. We are madly in love with it AND its mysterious creator Commuknitcation. Thank you!!!

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Addi Click Crochet Hook Sets

Shannon — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 17:07:16 +0000

We are super excited to share the newest member of the Addi Click family with you all, Addi Click Crochet Hook Accessories! This accessory set contains 8 hooks ranging from a 3.5mm to a 9mm hook. All are brass with the exception of the 8mm and 9mm, which are the gold-flecked plastic. These 8 hooks come in an envelope case similar to an addi Click case. These hooks are ACCESSORIES. Thus, they do NOT come with a cord. They are meant to be an accessory to those who own a Click set. The hooks can be used for various purposes, including casting on, binding off, picking up stitches, etc.

Can they be used for Tunisian crochet? The good news is YES! They can be used for Tunisian crochet. Skacel is in the process of having stoppers made for this purpose, but they are not available as of yet. They are in production and are expected end of February. They are shaped like a heart (cute!) and are very light weight. These stoppers, when available, can be used for other purposes as well.

Addi Click Crochet Hook Accessory Kits are $60, and we have them in-stock right.this.second!

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Agata Olek, crocheting artist

Shannon — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 12:35:28 +0000

Through a link, via a link, following a link, I found this amazing crochet artist. She covered the Wall Street Bull with hot pink crochet, people! Our kind of self-expression!!! Please spend some time on her website, and be inspired!

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Come join Twinkie Chan TONIGHT

Emily — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 09:51:56 +0000

TONIGHT!

Friday, 12/10 5-8pm: Twinkie Chan free class and book signing

Twinkie Chan crochets zany food themed garments and her new book will make you both smile and reach for your crochet hook!

Her new book, Twinkie Chan’s Crochet Goodies for Fashion Foodies, has just hit the shelves. You’ll find recipes for food-themed scarves that feature sushi, salad, gingerbread men, buttered toast, eggs and bacon, ice-cream cones, popcorn boxes, and more. You’ll also learn how to make a pair of strawberry fingerless mittens, a chocolate cupcake hat complete with a cherry on top, and even a coconut-lemon cake tissue box cozy.

At her visit to Twisted, Twinkie herself will guide you through how to make a cupcake scarf. The tutorial is free and the materials kit will be just a few dollars. Check out her website at twinkiechan.com

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