11262 86TH AVENUE NORTH, MAPLE GROVE, MN 55369 • … · The best season for knitting and crochet is upon us. I knit 365 days per ... and November 4-6 we will have 2 booths at Vogue

11262 86TH AVENUE NORTH, MAPLE GROVE, MN 55369 • 763.391.7700 • www.Amazing-Threads.com

Store Hours:Monday thru Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday and Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

The best season for knitting and crochet is upon us. I knit 365 days peryear but some of you take breaks to travel, garden, quilt and more. Ilove wool, wool blends, alpacas, cashmere. Ok, I admit it, I just loveFIBER! The teaching staff have put together another fabulous array of classesfor knitters and crocheter's of all skill levels. This fall we will offerbeginner and advanced 2-day weaving classes by a well knowninstructor (details available soon). We will kick off Fall with SandyBarnes from Shibui doing a MIX party and Trunk Show, October 5.Details to follow. In October we will hold our Annual Yarn Tasting

and November 4-6 we will have 2 booths at Vogue Live. Watch for our exclusive Vogue LiveProjects. November 11, 12, & 13 we host our annual luxury retreat at Grandview Lodge andin November we will launch our exclusive 4-month CLUB. It is going to be luxurious becauseYOU deserve it! Our customers deserve the best in all that we DO!

Thank you to our customers and community of knitters and crocheter's who make us their LYS(local yarn store). We are ready to inspire you and are glad you choose to shop at AmazingThreads.

Bobbi

FALL/WINTER 2016/17 Class Schedule

Which Level Are You?Beginner: Projects for first-timers using basic stitches, suchas cast on, knit, and cast off.

Easy: You know the basics about knit and purl stitches butyou feel that you need help with most of the other stuffbecause you’re still a fairly new knitter.

Easy Plus: You know how to cast on, knit, purl, can do asimple increase and a simple decrease, and bind off.

Intermediate: You can do all the beginner stuff, and knowthat there is more than just one way of making an increaseand decrease and are ready to try something new.

Class MaterialsThe cost of materials is not included in the class fee. Someclasses require the purchase of a book or the patternbecause Amazing Threads cannot copy patterns. It is notedwhen classes require the purchase of a book. Appropriateyarn must be purchased at Amazing Threads prior to thebeginning of each class. Receive 10% off yarn purchasedfor classes.

Refund PolicyAmazing Threads reserves the right to cancel a class oneweek prior to the start date of the class. Class fees will berefunded to the customer.

Cancellation by students must be made at least two weeksprior to the start date in order to receive a full refund.After that date fees are not refundable or transferable.

Return PolicyReturns on yarn and accessories in original condition (notwound) are accepted for exchange or store credit within 30days of purchase with an itemized receipt. No returns orexchanges on kits, books, patterns, needles, sale orclearance yarn. Thank you for shopping at AmazingThreads.

Knit Club Membership$50 per year and includes:

• Free patterns of the month.

• 15% discount on yarn for the pattern of the month.

• Free Amazing Threads gift.

• 500 Club: 10% off regularly priced yarn, needles, books,and notions when purchases reach $500. Knit ClubMembership must be current to maintain 500 Clubstatus (this discount cannot be combined with any otheroffers and applies to regularly priced merchandiseONLY).

• Extra 10% off coupon to use once during birthday month.

• Once per year, receive a 25% off coupon for the class ofyour choice.

• Free attendance at SSK or Knit Night.

• Pre-sale shopping at all sales

• Special discounts are available.

• Discounts and early notice on special guests andworkshops.

GENERAL INFORMATION & POLICIESGENERAL INFORMATION & POLICIES

Winter/fall 2012/13

Register by calling 763.391.7700, or online at www.amazing-threads.com1

Fall/Winter 2016/17

Students receive 10% off yarn purchased for classes.

All classes & fiber groups require yarn purchased at

SOCIAL FIBER GROUPS & Help Table

SSK (Sit, Sip & Knit)

Each Tuesday morning a group of knitters andcrocheters gather. Bring your lunch and a favoritestitching project and join the group. $5

Each Tuesday of the month 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Knit Night

You will find a unique group of yarn enthusiasts eachTuesday evening. Work on a project with friends and/ormake new friends and relax with a cup of coffee, tea orwater. You'll enjoy the evening in the company of otherswho love to knit and crochet! $5

Each Tuesday evening of the month 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

Knit-Along

Throughout the year we offer various types of Knit-Alongs (KAL) & Classes on Demand. KALs in the lastyear included shawls, mittens, dolls, and more. KALsprovide our customers an opportunity to knit in a groupsetting on a specific project, but KALs do not includeinstruction. We have several on tap for this spring/summer.

Classes On Demand

Classes On Demand (COD) are offered when teachingstaff find that perfect project that they want to sharewith our customers. KALs and CODs are updated inour weekly blasts and on our website.

Knit & Crochet Help Desk

Many people stop in for a quick fix on a project and wetry to get them back on track. Often we are just toobusy to help on-the-fly. Throughout the year, weprovide an expert to help with QUICK FIXES. TheHelp Desk is for simple fixes for customers knitting onyarn purchased from Amazing Threads. We want youto love your project. Let Mary Jane, Kate or Wandahelp you get on track and make your project soar. Wehave “Knit with the Expert” available by appointmentfor those needing more than a quick fix.

Saturday, September 10 10 a.m.-12 p.m.Saturday, October 8 10 a.m.-12 p.m.Saturday, November 5 10 a.m.-12 p.m.Saturday, December 3 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

If you love to work with yarn to create things and want to meet people with the same interests, these social groups are for you. Eachgroup charges a $5 fee that is applied to a purchase of $20 or more on the date of attendance. Attendance is free to Knit Club Members

(KCM). These social fiber groups are supported with staff that can assist with simple knit or crochet questions.

KNIT (or CROCHET)-A-LONGS

Tuff Granny Throw CAL

Super Easy, Super Fun! Needa throw in a hurry? Thisthrow can be done quicklywith super bulky yarn and alarge crochet hook. Great forbeginners, this easy patterncan be mastered in a fewrounds. You’ll be done beforeyou know it and will certainlykeep you warm on the coldestof days! This pattern is alsoeasily customizable for yourfavorite colors and size. Yarn must be purchased atAmazing Threads.

Easy (SS) FREE for those who take the Tuff Granny Throw onesession class or those who know how to crochet grannysquares.

Saturdays, December 10 & 17 2 p.m.-4 p.m.

Endless Wrap KAL

Join Maxine for this FREEKAL. When finished you willown the wrap of the season.Wrap yourself in yards ofcozy Woolstok, the new fiberfrom Blue Sky Fibers. Fun toknit, fun to wear, the EndlessWrap is a long swath of lofty,textural knitted fabric. Panelsof knit/purl and yarn overpatterns make this a goodnext step project for a beginner knitter. Yarn must bepurchased at Amazing Threads.

Easy Plus (MM) FREE

Sundays, October 2, 16 & 23 12 p.m.-2 p.m.

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2Register by calling 763.391.7700, or online at www.amazing-threads.com

SKILL BUILDERS

Correcting Mistakes

Things happen while knittingthat we didn’t want or expect.Stitches fall off the needle anddrop down a few rows, stitchesget twisted, just to name a few.This class will focus on anumber of the most commonerrors that occur and teach you how to fix them to makeyour finished project beautiful. Supplies needed:Crochet hook, darning needle, a few feet of lighterweight yarn. Homework: Knit a 6” square in stockinettestitch and leave it on the needles with yarn attached.

Easy Plus (MJT). $18

Saturday, November 19 10 a.m.-12 p.m.OR Saturday, March 18 12 p.m.-2 p.m.

Seaming

You’ve finished knitting the piecesof a beautiful project and it’s timeto stitch it together. Which seamingtechniques should you use? In thisworkshop, you’ll learn severalseaming techniques and when touse them. Supplies: darning needle,extra yarn, US H crochet hook,extra knitting needle in same size as you are using on yoursquares. Homework: Knit and bind off, eight-4” squaresas follows: 2 in garter stitch, 4 in stockinette stitch, 2 inwhatever pattern you like, but do NOT bind off these 2squares. Leave them on the needles with yarn attached.

Easy Plus (MJT) $18

Saturday, November 19 12 p.m.-2 p.m.OR Saturday, March 18 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

BEGINNER CLASSES

Learn to Knit - 4 Sessions

Whether you’ve never knit before or it’s just been a longtime, you’ll get a solid foundation of fundamentals inBeginning Knitting class. You’ll learn to cast on, knit,purl, bind off, decrease, make simple stitch patterns, knitin the round with circular and double pointed needles,and weave in ends. Each student will knit a cowl and/orhat. This 4 session class will get you started in the worldof hand knitting. Each student will get the opportunityto make their unique project. Materials not included.

Beginner (MJT or Staff) $52

Mondays, September 19, 26, October 10 & 17 (MJT)5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

Thursdays, October 6, 13, 27 & November 3 (MJT)5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

Mondays, November 14, 21, December 5 & 12 (MJT)4 p.m.-6 p.m.

Saturdays, January 14, 21, February 4 & 18 (MJT)12 p.m.- 2 p.m.

Thursdays, February 23, March 2, 16 & 23 (MJT)5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Private Lessons

We have experienced knitting staff that provide 1:1lessons. Private lessons are for those students seeking 1:1 assistance with a new or existing project. IndividualLearn to Knit OR Crochet can also be booked in these1:1 private lessons. Lessons are arranged through the shopand are scheduled by telephone at a time convenient forthe student and instructor. $30 per hour

Learn to Crochet

This 4 session class will teach you the 6 basic stitches onwhich every crochet stitch and pattern design are based.Crochet stitches start from a basic chain that is in turnstarted with a slip knot. Once you know how to make achain and work your way back along the chain you willknow how to crochet. It’s that simple, really! We will alsolearn the basic stitches of crochet: single, double, and triplecrochet, with which you can make virtually any crochetproject. You will also learn to read/understand stitchabbreviations and basic patterns! Students will create abeanie and fingerless mitts.

Beginner (SS) $52 plus materials

Thursdays, October 6, 20, 27 & November 17 6 p.m.-8 p.m.Saturdays, November 5, 19, 26 & December 10 12 p.m.-2 p.m.Wednesdays, January 4, 18, February 1 & 15 6 p.m.-8 p.m.Saturdays, February 18, March 4, 18 & 25 12 p.m.-2 p.m.

Holiday Gift Knitting:Finish It

Join Kate in Novemberand December to getyour gift knittingcompleted.Easy (KC). $20 eachsession OR $35 forboth!

Saturday, November 5 12 p.m.-2 p.m.OR Saturday December 17 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

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GOT YOU COVERED HEAD TO FOOT

FiddleheadMittens

Strandedmittens withgore thumband atraditionalmitten shape,knit indecidedlynon-traditional yarns, fibers and colors. Choose a wool,alpaca, mohair or blended yarn for maximum warmthand resilience. These are a quick and fun knit! Learn theprovisional cast on, colorwork, picking up stitches forlining.

Intermediate (KC) $52

Thursdays, March 2, 9, 16 & 30 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

Chelsea MarketBlackberry Stitch Wristers

Join Kate to knit up a pairof lovely fingerless glovesfrom the new MalabrigoRios Book 10, perfect forchasing the chill awayanywhere. Think holidaygift giving. This two sessionclass is perfect for creatinga gift for you or someoneyou love! Learn theBlackberry stitch whileknitting in the round tocreate these wristers!

Easy Plus (KC) $32

Saturdays, December 3 & 17 12 p.m.-2 p.m.

My Favorite Hat

This class teaches you howto knit in the round in fourdifferent ways withmultiple options, and knitquickly in a bulky yarn.This is sure to become yourfavorite hat.

Easy Plus (MJT) $32

Wednesdays, November 16 & 30 5 p.m.-7 p.m.

HOME ACCESSORIES

Bounce Blanket

A wonderful combination of stripes and lace. Bounce isthe perfect pattern for a gradient, fun stripes, or evenjust 2 colors. The possibilities are endless! Uses chartsand written instructions for lace pattern. Blanket size iseasily adjustable and you can use any weight of yarn.

Easy Plus (MJT) $42

Wednesdays, October 5, 19 &November 2 5:30p.m.-7:30 p.m.

Cabito

A brioche hat knit in MalabrigoArroyo. Join Maxine to knit thisfabulous Brioche stitch hatdesigned by Malabrigo. Twoskeins of Arroyo will make 2 hatsand Brioche is the stitch of theyear. Think Christmas giving!Maxine will guide you throughboth of the Brioche stitches

Advanced Beginner $42

Wednesdays, October 12, 19 & 26 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

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SCARVES, SHAWLS, PONCHOS & WRAPS

Pier 63

A multi-patternedcowl from thenewMalabrigoRios Book 10.Uses twocolors ofscrumptiousMalabrigoRios to knitthis cowl.Cowl isworked in theround from the bottom up. Due to the changes in gaugethe cowl will be looser on one edge which results inwonderful drape in the cowl. First class will be castingon and beginning the lace work. Then we work throughthe stripes and the eyelet pattern.

Easy Plus (KC) $42

Saturdays, September 24, October 8 & 22 12 p.m.-2 p.m.

Easy CabledCowl

This class isa greatintroductionto cables.You willwork avariety ofcable stitchesboth withand withoutthe cable needle, learn to read cable charts andunderstand how to fix mistakes - all while making afashionable cowl. Kit required for class.

Easy Plus (MJT) $42

Saturdays, October 15, 22 & 29 12 p.m.-2 p.m.

Simple Plaid DoubleKnit Scarf

Ever wanted to learnhow to double knit?Learn how with thisfun and fashionablesimple plaid scarf. Thispattern is fantastic forbeginners andadvanced doubleknitters alike, and isdesigned for yourproject to be workedas long or as short asyou like.

Intermediate (TR) $42

Sundays, September 25,October 9 & 3012 p.m.-2 p.m.

CahootsHat/Friendship RoadCowl

Cori, a local designerand teacher, has agreedto teach 2 of the designswhich will appear in hernew book. Students canchoose to knit the hat,the cowl or bothprojects. The cowlpattern will also havethe option of thecorrugated rib and theLatvian braid as well asa longer cowl. Studentswill learn Cori’s doublecolor cast on,corrugated 2-colorribbing, Latvian braids.

Intermediate (CE) $42

Sundays, October 9 & 231 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

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SCARVES, SHAWLS, PONCHOS & WRAPS (CONT.)

Waterfront

A ribbed cowl,from the newMalabrigo RiosBook 10, thatincorporateshighly texturedstitch patternsthat combine tocreate anoversized cowlthat is completelyreversible. Thecombination ofgarter, stockinetteand slippedstitches is highlyeffective with variegated or watercolor-multi yarns, andequally beautiful in semi-solids. Use two skeins to createthis reversible cowl with a unique slip stitch patternalternating with bands of broken ribbing.

Easy Plus (KC) $32

Saturdays, November 5 & 19 12 p.m.-2 p.m.

BeginnerBrioche Cowl

In this classyou will learnthe basics ofbriochetechniquewhile creatinga beautifulbulky cowl.Join us if youare aconfidentknitter andyou want toexpand yourknowledgeand learn a new technique. This is a beginner Briocheclass, not a beginning knitting class.

Intermediate (MJT) $42

Sundays, November 20, December 4 & 11 12:30p.m.-2:30p.m.

Endless Wrap

Wrap yourself in yards ofcozy Woolstok. Fun toknit, fun to wear, theEndless Wrap is a longswath of lofty, texturalknitted fabric. Panels ofknit/purl and yarn overpatterns make this a goodnext step project for abeginner knitter.

Easy Plus (MJT) $52

Thursdays, January 5, 19, February 2 & 16 5:30p.m.-7:30 p.m.



Sheltered

A stylish layeringpiece that is easyto throw on is anabsolute must inany wardrobe.This poncho is aprime example of afavorite staple!Faux seams,modern texture, acowl neck and acozy hood bringthe poncho up todate and perfectfor all differentwalks of life,figures, andmultiple seasons ofthe year!Techniques to be used in creating this garment includeknitting, purling, short rows, three needle bind off,easily picking up stitches, making a hood.

Easy Plus (MJT) $52

Saturdays, January 7, 21, February 4 & 18 10a.m.-12 p.m.

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SCARVES, SHAWLS, PONCHOS & WRAPS (CONT.)

Ponchetta

A smallponcho, knitseamlesslyfrom thebottom-up,makes a perfectlittle layeringpiece. Sizedfrom XS to 2X,it features aneasy yetinterestingstitch patternand straightforward construction. It is worked flat from the hem toshoulders (on a long circular needle) and the 3 NeedleBind Off technique is used to seam up the left shoulder(a very easy bind off technique if you have never used itbefore). Remaining stitches are then transferred to asmaller circular needle and worked in the round tocreate the cowl neck. It’s suitable for beginners lookingto branch out from scarves and cowls and moreadvanced knitters will enjoy the relaxing nature of thisknit.

Easy Plus (KC) $42

Thursdays, January 12, 19 & 26 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

Starshower

A cowl/ponchohybrid that wecan’t get enoughof lately. It isshaped as a shawl,but mostlyworked in theround - so it canbe worn as ashawl, butwithout the endsdangling down.The simple OpenStar stitch patternperfectlycomplements your favorite semi-solid or variegated sockyarn. Learn the Open Star stitch pattern worked flat andin the round.

Advanced Beginner (KC) $42

Thursdays, February 2, 16 & 23 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

Rose Candy

Make a cozy,striped, 3-dimensional cowlin garter stitch, justknitting back andforth and joiningthe partsmodularly. Nopurling, noseaming, just purefun with stripes!You can customizethe size of this withextra yarn. We canalso make a pair ofmatching wristerswith this sameconstruction. Ifyou haven’t experienced the fun and ingenuity ofMartina Behm knitting, join me and I’ll introduce you.

Easy Plus (MJT) $52

Wednesdays, February 8,22, March 8&22 5:30p.m.-7:30 p.m.

SWEATERS

Sunshine Coast

This pullover isquite simple inappearance, butcomes with a fewlittle design detailsthat make it special.The A-line bodyshape is flatteringon many bodytypes. It isintended to fit with1/2 to 3” of ease atthe bust. Knitentirely seamlesslyfrom the top down, it is also quite easy to execute. Theside details are formed through basic increases anddecreases. The pattern offers instructions for edgefinishing as well. Sunshine Coast will be your GO+TOsweater

Easy Plus (MJT) $52

Mondays, February 27, March 6, 20 & April 3 4 p.m.-6 p.m.

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THURSDAY COWLS WITH KATE

Peeping Cowl

Learn or perfectyour cabling andlace skills. Thiscowl uses 4 skeinsof fingering/sockweight yarn tomove throughbands of stripes,cables and lace.Each session wewill work on adifferent band, ifyou’re short ontime or yarn,eliminate the stripesection.

Intermediate (KC) $52

Thursdays, September 15, 22, 29 & October 6 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

Mora Pearl Cowl

Use one skein offingering/sockweight, solid,tonal or speckledyarn to readcharts, use stitchmarkers to trackrepeats, and learnto read yourknitting. Firstclass will cast onand set up, nexttwo classes fortroubleshooting and correcting any mistakes.


Thursdays, October 13, 20 & 27 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

Zuzu’s Petals

A great use of sportor worsted weightyarn. All the style ofa shawlette withoutthe fuss of trying tokeep it around yourneck! This easy towear cowl isdesigned to mimicthe look of a shawlcasually draped as ascarf. This bandanastyle cowl will beginby knitting flat, andthe second sessionwe’ll join in theround. Third classwe can explore edging modifications.


Thursdays, November 3, 10 & 17 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

Welter

You know thosemagic patterns? Theones that are easy(and fun) to knitbut lookunreasonablyimpressive? Theones you can whipout in a weekend?The ones that useup those gorgeoussingle skeins ofspecial yarn youcouldn’t resist butdidn’t have a plan for? The ones that suit (and fit!) mosteveryone and so make perfect gifts? Yeah, this is one ofthose patterns! Welter is a worsted weight cowl meantfor variegated or special skeins. The large lazy cablesand gradual increases will make for a snuggly accessory,and the large gauge will be perfect for a last minuteholiday gift. Knitters new to cables welcome, and ifyou’re experienced with cables, maybe learn to cablewithout your cable needle!


Thursdays, December 1, 8 & 15 6 p.m.-8 p.m.





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CROCHET

Get Ready forChristmas!

Make a mitten andstocking garland,textured stocking withdangling snowflakes,and/or cute birds toadd to your tree. Thebook “ChristmasCrochet for Hearth,Home and Tree” haslots to offer! The bookincludes eight differentstockings, festive ornaments for trees and tabletops, atree skirt, and other decorations for the home. A MUSTfor every crocheter’s library. Sabrina will teach thegarland, textured stocking and the cute birds.

Intermediate (SS) $52

Wednesdays, October 5, 19, November 2 & 16 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

Zelia Basket

Quick and easy gift withhundreds of uses. Thiscrocheted basket isincredibly cute and makesa lovely decoration foryour own home or aprecious gift for someoneyou love. Use it as a yarnbowl. Make it solid orstriped and in multiplesizes. You can crochet anentire set!

Easy (SS) $32

Wednesdays, October 5 & 19 4 p.m.-6 p.m.OR Saturdays, December 3 & 10 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Tuff Granny Throw

Super Easy, Super Fun! Needa throw in a hurry? Thisthrow can be done quicklywith super bulky yarn and alarge crochet hook. Great forbeginners, this easy patterncan be mastered in a fewrounds. You’ll be done beforeyou know it and will certainlykeep you warm on the coldestof days! This pattern is alsoeasily customizable for yourfavorite colors and size. Learnthe basics in one session!

Easy (SS) $24

Saturday, November 19 2 p.m.-4 p.m.

Corinne Infinity Scarf

Easy crochet patternwhich results in a soft andplush scarf to keep thechill at bay. Choose EllaRae Cozy Alpaca Chunkyfor a scrumptious knit!This project uses a Nhook to crochet andpractice all the basicstitches.

Easy (SS) $42

Wednesdays, January 4, 18 & February 1 4 p.m.-6 p.m.

Crochet SamplerAfghan

This sampler afghan is agreat way to learn newstitches in small,manageable doses. TheEncore Worsted CrochetSampler Afghan bookfrom Plymouth Yarns isa collection of twelvepatterns for samplersquares measuring 12” x12”. The blocks areseamed together andfinished with a border.Each square uses less than one ball of Encore Worsted.Choose twelve different colors, or use just two or threeto create a unique color scheme! 2 blocks will becovered in each class with assembly on the last class.Finished measurements: 37” x 49” with border.

Intermediate (SS) $80

Sundays, October 2, November 6, December 4, January 8, February 5, March 5 & April 2 12 p.m.-2 p.m.

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11262 86TH AVENUE NORTH, MAPLE GROVE, MN 55369 • … · The best season for knitting and crochet is upon us. I knit 365 days per ... and November 4-6 we will have 2 booths at Vogue