For those requiring Susan's personal assistance, she is scheduled to work on those days colored in orange and marked with the yarn ball. Private Lessons: $20 per
hour for knitting or crocheting. Her hours are subject to change, however, so
it's best to call (619) 284-7684 and confirm.
Special Events
Ravelry Bobmas Eve 5:30 - 7:30 PM Thursday 10 April 2008- Celebrate the very first anniversary of Ravelry.com! Meet other San Diego yarnoholics, de-stash your hoard, show off your finished projects or works in progress, and support your favorite local yarn store -- The Grove -- by shopping. Because you know you need more yarn.
Arbor Day Concert with Peter Sprague 7:00 PM Friday 25 April 2008 $15 advance; $20 at the door - Receive a tree seedling to plant and groove to tunes from local jazz guitarist Peter Sprague's newest CD "Peter Sprague Plays Solo". Limited seating; please reserve your spot today!
Regular Events & Workshops
Dime Stories Live 7 - 9 PM Friday 4 April 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
Salon 6:30 - 9 PM First & Third Thursdays 3 & 17 April 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
 Daphne Purse Intro
Crochet Baby Dress
Beginner's Scarf
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. |
- Daphne Purse Intro 1 - 4 PM Saturday 6 April 2008 $30
- Learn how to knit the Herringbone Stitch used in Louisa Harding's Daphne Purse, featured on the cover of Knitting Little Luxuries. We'll also review the pattern carefully so that you will have all the knowledge you need to complete this darling project. Sign up for the Finishing Class to complete the construction and embroidery. (Instructor Susan Wells) Materials available for purchase: 4 skeins Cinnabar yarn by Louisa Harding; US size #6 knitting needles; scissors/yarn cutter. Skill Level: Easy
- Cabled Purse 12 noon - 3 PM Sundays 6 & 13 April 2008 $40 for 2 sessions
- No need to yearn for winter cables anymore. Combine gorgeous Butterfly cotton yarn and a double twist cable pattern to make a pretty knitted clutch that will take you all the way through the summer heat. (Instructor Melody Hufford) Materials: see class page for detailed list. Skill Level: Intermediate
- Crochet Baby Dress 12 noon - 3 PM Saturdays 12 & 19 April 2008 $40 for 2 sessions
- A sweet little sundress to crochet for the 9-month to 4-year-old cutie in your life. (Instructor Melody Hufford) Materials: 3-5 hanks Sky Skinny Dyed or Skinny Organic Cotton yarn; US sizes E & F crochet hooks; tapestry needle. Skill Level: Easy
- Gatsby Fingerless Gloves 2 - 4 PM Saturday 12 & 19 April 2008 $40 for 2 sessions
- Knit these sweet spring wristlets just in time for weddings, proms, and graduations. Learn to knit a ruffle edging, an open twisted rib pattern, and an easy thumb gusset while experiencing the pleasure of knitting with Habu yarn. Cuffs are knit on straight needles. The body of the glove is continued on double pointed needles. (Instructor Susan Wells) Materials available for purchase: 1 skein Habu silk mohair; 1 skein Habu cotton boucle; US sizes #3 straight and double-pointed knitting needles; 2 stitch markers, 6 pearl buttons. Skill Level: Intermediate
- Beginner's
Scarf 1 - 3 PM Sundays 20 & 27 April 2008 $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
- Parisienne Scarf 2 - 5 PM Saturday 26 April 2008 $25
- Come spring and fall, heavy wool scarfs just get a little well...woolly. Voilà! Nicky Epstein's Parisienne Scarf works great for the warmer day/cooler night weather. Crocheted circles in a variety of colors link together to form this open, yet luscious, scarf. This class will cover working in the round, color changes, joining technique, and single and double crochet stitches. (Instructor Melody Hufford) Materials available for purchase: sport or DK weight yarn (see Melody's recommendations), size D/3(3.25mm) crochet hook, tapestry needle. Skill Level: Easy
- Daphne Purse Finishing 1 - 4 PM Saturday 3 May 2008 $30
- For those who have finished knitting the Daphne Purse: learn to do the ribbon embroidery that makes this bag extra special. We'll also be interfacing, lining and sewing the purse together. (Instructor Judy Thacker) Materials: (see class page) Skill Level: Easy (No sewing or embroidery experience necessary.)
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Cabled Purse
Gatsby Fingerless Gloves
Parisienne Scarf
Daphne Purse Finishing
The fees listed cover instruction only unless otherwise indicated.
10% discount applies to all yarns or books purchased for class on the day of class.
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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