Atelier Marin's San Anselmo Class Schedule is designed to empower knitters of all levels.
Since much of the joy of knitting and crochet is a result of the beautiful things we make, most of our classes are project-oriented. We take you through each step of creation while teaching you new skills and techniques. We also believe learning should be fun so expect to laugh and make new friends.
Prior registration is required and can be done by calling (415) 256-9618
This is where the excitement starts! Learn the essentials of the Continental style of knitting from the basic stitches to the joy of creation. The most comprehensive fundamentals class offered in the entire Bay Area, Atelier’s Beginning Knitting will give you a rock solid foundation for a lifetime of knitting. Learn long-tail cast on, knitting, purling, patterning, knitting in the round on circular needles and double points, as well as finishing. Learn now and start making all of your holiday gifts!
Spring/Summer 2017 Class Schedule
- 7-9pm, Wednesdays, March 1, 8, 15 and 22
- 2-4pm, Sundays, March 5, 12, 19 and 26
- 7-9pm, Mondays, April 3, 10, 17 and 24
- 9-11am, Tuesdays, May 2, 9, 16 and 23
- 2-4pm, Sundays, Apr 30, May 7, 14 and 21
- 7-9pm, Mondays, June 5, 12, 19 and 26
- 7-9pm, Wednesdays, July 5, 12, 19 and 26
- 2-4pm, Sundays, July 2, 9, 16 and 23
- 7-9pm Mondays, July 31, Aug 7, 14 and 21
- 9-11am, Tuesdays, August 1, 8, 15 and 22
- 7-9pm, Wednesdays, Sept 6, 13, 20 and 27
- 2-4pm, Sundays, Aug 27, Sept 10, 17 and 24
$80
Take it to the next level! Beginning Knitting graduates will be able to learn a lace cowl, fingerless mitts, holiday stockings etc. and at the same time add several more skills to their repertoire including reading their work, following a lace pattern, picking up stitches, 3-needle bind off and more. Beginning Knitting graduates can also use the class as a workshop, discussing with their instructor what projects they can work on to continue building skills while at the same time getting assistance on their projects.
Spring/Summer 2017 Class Schedule
- 7-9pm, Mondays, Feb 27, Mar 6, 13 and 20
- 7-9pm, Wednesdays, April 5, 12, 19 and 26
- 7-9pm, Mondays, May 1, 8, 15 and 22
- 7-9pm, Mondays, July 3, 10, 17 and 24
- 7-9pm, Wednesdays, August 2, 9, 16 and 23
- 7-9pm, Mondays, Aug 28, Sept 11, 18 and 25
Atelier Knitting and Crochet Workshop: $25/class or a month of 4 classes for $80
Workshops offer problem solving, innovation, inspiration and ongoing help at any level. We’ve designed the Workshop to be a place to learn a variety of projects (see projects below). Work on the project of your choice or simply have 2 hours of uninterrupted, supervised, knitting time. Each student works at their own pace getting help, as needed, from the instructor. Expect to learn new techniques & make friends. Our teachers are expert in knitting and crochet. Classes sold as $25 per class or a month of 4 classes for $80. Classes fill quickly so please call in advance to sign up.
WORKSHOP DATES
- 9-11am, Tuesdays, Feb 28, Mar 7, 14 and 21
- 7-9pm, Tuesdays, Feb 28, Mar 7, 14 and 21
- 7-9pm, Thursdays, March 2, 9, 16 and 23
- 9am-11am, Fridays, March 3, 10, 17 and 24
- 10am-12pm, Saturdays, March 4, 11, 18 and 25
- 2-4pm, Sundays, April 2, 9, 16 and 23 *NEW!*
- 9-11am, Tuesdays, April 4, 11, 18 and 25
- 7-9pm, Tuesdays, April 4, 11, 18 and 25
- 7-9pm, Thursdays, April 6, 13, 20 and 27
- 9am-11am, Fridays, April 7, 14, 21 and 28
- 10am-12pm, Saturdays, April 8, 15, 22 and 29
- 7-9pm, Tuesdays, May 2, 9, 16 and 23
- 7-9pm, Thursdays, May 4, 11, 18 and 25
- 9am-11am, Fridays, May 5, 12, 19 and 26
- 10am-12pm, Saturdays, May 6, 13, 20 and 27
- 9-11am, Tuesdays, May 30, June 6, 13 and 20
- 7-9pm, Tuesdays, May 30, June 6, 13 and 20
- 7-9pm, Wednesdays, May 31, June 7, 14 and 21
- 7-9pm, Thursdays, June 1, 8, 15 and 22
- 9am-11am, Fridays, June 2, 9, 16 and 23
- 10am-12pm, Saturdays, June 3, 10, 17 and 24
- 2-4pm, Sundays, June 4, 11, 18 and 25 *NEW!*
- 9-11am, Tuesdays, June 27, July 11, 18 and 25
- 7-9pm, Tuesdays, June 27, July 11, 18 and 25
- 7-9pm, Thursdays, July 6, 13, 20 and 27
- 9am-11am, Fridays, July 7, 14, 21 and 28
- 10am-12pm, Saturdays, July 8, 15, 22 and 29
- 7-9pm, Tuesdays, August 1, 8, 15 and 22
- 7-9pm, Thursdays, August 3, 10, 17 and 24
- 9am-11am, Fridays, August 4, 11, 18 and 25
- 10am-12pm, Saturdays, August 5, 12, 19 and 26
- 2-4pm, Sundays, July 30, Aug 6, 13 and 20 *NEW!*
- 9-11am, Tuesdays, September 5, 12, 19 and 26
- 7-9pm, Tuesdays, September 5, 12, 19 and 26
- 7-9pm, Thursdays, September 7, 14, 21 and 28
- 9am-11am, Fridays, September 8, 15, 22 and 29
- 10am-12pm, Saturdays, Aug 27, Sept 10, 17 & 24
ANY OF THESE CLASSES CAN BE TAKEN DURING ONE OF OUR WORKSHOPS
Striped Holiday Stockings
4 workshop classes: $80
These fun stockings are worked on large needles and go pretty fast! You’ll learn tons of skills while you create family heirlooms: picking up stitches, magic loop, increasing and decreasing, color-jog technique, i-cord, duplicate stitch and more! Come in to see our samples – they are too cute and fun to make!
Armenian Knitting
4 workshop classes: $80
This elegant color knitting technique produces a hybrid between Fair Isle and Intarsia with a speckled effect with main and contrast colors. Students will learn how to “trap” their yarn: Continental knitters using both colors on 1 finger and English knitters using 1 color in each hand. Come in to see the hat shop models.
Color Knitting
4 workshop classes: $80
Learn the exciting possibilities of knitting with multiple colors! You’ll make four small projects, one per week, while you cover all the basic techniques of striping, intarsia, fair-isle and modular knitting.
Introduction to Entrelac
4 workshop classes: $80
Entrelac (French for latticework) is the exquisite technique used to create a textured diamond pattern. While the end result resembles basket-woven strips of knitted fabric, the actual material comprises interconnected squares on two different orientations. Come in to see the shop models! Project choices are scarf or wrap.
Magic Loop Socks
3 workshop classes: $75
The perfect next step for a Beginning Knitting graduate! Socks are a small, compact project, which require several new skills to learn. An architectural phenomenon in knitting, we’ll show you the latest innovation of making socks without using double pointed needles! We will take the mystery out of the Magic Loop and teach you all you need to know to make socks. A great class for all levels of knitters and for those of you who plan to take Seamless Sweater! You will learn a lot!
2 Magic Loop Socks
3 workshop classes: $75
Only for students who have completed Magic Loop Socks. Why make socks (or fingerless gloves, leg warmers etc) one at a time when you can make them at the same time! This method will greatly increase your speed from casting on to Kitchener stitch.
Cables N Lace
4 workshop classes: $80
Intimidated by lace work? Don’t be! We’ll show you the basics of lace patterning while you make a gorgeous throw. Even the most intricate patterns are based on these simple and beautiful techniques. You’ll be ready for anything afterwards.
Pattern Play or Pattern Play II Blankets
4 workshop classes: $80
Both of our Pattern Play blankets are designed specifically as teaching blankets in order to increase your skills in reading patterns, understanding repetitions, reading your work and more. At the same time, you will be enjoying how to manipulate your stitches into richly textured cables, twists, eyelets, astrakhan, and trellis patterns. Come in to see the samples! Pattern Play can also be done using DK weight yarn to make a baby blanket version!
Beginning Crochet
4 workshop classes: $80
Learn the basics of crochet and start a fun project! This class is a terrific intro to the stitches and concepts that will acquaint you with crochet. Choose from a beautiful pot holder or granny square blanket to start!
$375
Learn how to weave on a Rigid-Heddle Loom. If you love yarn this class is for you!
Do you have lots of partial balls of yarn from previous projects? Would you like to make a scarf in an afternoon? We'll teach you how to direct warp your loom and get you weaving in no time! One of the best things about weaving is how easy it is to create your own designs; let us show you how!
In week one, we will warp your loom and teach you different weaving patterns incorporating yarns from your stash. In the second class, we'll show you how to take your project off the loom and how to finish it. We'll put a second warp on the loom so you leave with another piece ready to weave. If we have time, we’ll talk about some more things you can do and show you some great books to inspire.
We love to share our passion of all things yarn, come play with us! Classes are held 2 weeks apart so you’ll have time to weave. Make sure you can attend both classes. We DO NOT offer make-ups for missed classes.
Beginning Weaving: 2 classes: $375
Materials Included: Loom, Carrying Bag, & Fringer
See class handout for additional materials required and homework.
Spring/Summer 2017 Class Schedule
- 1-4pm, Sundays, June 11 & 25
- 1-4pm, Sundays, July 9 and 23
- 1-4pm, Sundays, July 16 & 30
- 1-4pm, Sundays, August 13 & 27
- 1-4pm, Sundays, September 10 and 24
$80
Our most popular class ever...
Knitted in one piece from the top down. Students will make their first sweater using bulky yarn. It provides endless variety and timeless style in pullovers and cardigans. There is, what some knitters consider, a heavy amount of homework each week. Skill level is intermediate. If students are unable to keep up with class, private lessons are available. Please discuss required skills and supplies with us before signing up. Materials must be purchased in advance as there is homework required before the first class! We strongly recommend Magic Loop Socks as an excellent entre to this class.
Spring/Summer 2017 Class Schedule
- 7-9pm, Wednesdays, May 3, 10, 17 and 24
- Can also be scheduled as a series of private lessons
$50
Do you feel like if you make the simplest mistake you can’t move forward until coming into the shop for help? In this one hour private lesson you’ll learn to understand the construction of knitting, repair several common errors, drop down rows instead of ripping out and generally gain confidence with your knitting! Please call the shop to schedule your individual lesson with shop owner, Amanda!
Class Policies
- ~Class sizes are limited.
- ~Payment is required at time of registration for all classes.
- ~Class supplies should be purchased before the first class. Please come to class prepared.
- ~Classes may be re-scheduled with 10 days notice. Refunds are not given for classes unless cancelled by Atelier.
- ~Atelier Yarns is not responsible for classes missed by students. If a student misses a class, they are welcome to schedule a workshop or private lesson make-up for an additional fee.
- ~Any class with fewer than four students enrolled three days before the first class meeting will most likely be cancelled. Fees will be refunded.
- ~Please do not bring food or drinks other than water to class.
- ~Students must be at least 10 years old to attend classes. For students younger than 10 years old, private lessons are available.
