Thursday Night Classes

This new class from 6:30 to 8:30 is designed for both the beginning knitter/crocheter and experienced knitter/crocheter looking for expert help with specific projects. Come to a supportive environment for learning knitting skills and guidance for successful completion for your project. The monthly session are 2 hour class blocks per week for 4 weeks.

Smocking Workshop

Pillow with smocking

Learn the soothing rhythm of Smocking. 

Join Sue Pearce for a 2-part workshop
Nov 5 & Dec 10  1-4 PM

You will learn the technique and discuss ideas for using smocking on decorative pillows, clothing, and accessories.

$90

Text or email Heather to reserve your spot. Payment is due at time of registration. Space is limited to ensure the best experience possible.

508-404-7588

heather@heathknits.com

Embroidery Workshop

Come enjoy the relaxing and contemplative art of hand embroidery with Donna Stearns.

During the 3-week class you’ll master embroidery basics:

  • Proper technique
  • Types of fabric
  • Embroidery floss and its characteristics
  • Required needles and tools

If you are new to stitching, Donna will introduce you to the basics, giving you all you need to be successful. For the experienced stitcher, she will help advance your skills so you can achieve your stitching goals.  She hopes to inspire all students with the confidence to make stitching a part of your creative life.

Additionally, the class will discuss slow stitching, visible mending, sashiko, boro stitching, kantha, and other forms of hand embroidery.

Embroidery Workshop

March 12, 19, and 26, 10 am-12 noon (snow date April 2, if needed)

$100 (includes embroidery supplies)

Participants should bring small scissors, a mechanical pencil, a thimble if desired, and an enthusiasm for learning new skills.

Donna’s love of needlework began as a teen embroidering her jeans and those of her friends. For 35 years, her work as a quilt maker was exhibited in juried quilt shows at both the local and national level. Donna became an avid knitter 10 years ago. In addition to taking classes in embroidery, knitting and quilting, she also has taken classes in book binding and mixed media.

Text or email Heather to reserve your spot. Payment is due at time of registration. Space is limited to ensure the best experience possible.

508-404-7588 

heather@heathknits.com

HeathKnits has Moved!

I’ve moved about 200 yards down the road to
869 Main St. – Suite 5, Walpole

The bright, cheery space is a perfect home for knitting, crocheting, and crafting.

Check the schedule, join a class and come see the new space.

HeathKnits 869 Main St.

Sit ‘n Stitch Plus

You’ll want to be there!

We’ll cover gauge in the third Sit ‘n Stitch Plus Saturday, April 10. Not just the same old things you’ve heard many times, but a deeper exploration into what happens once your project gets underway. 

Sit ‘n Stitch Plus is an enhanced social gathering. While you knit/crochet and relax, I’ll give a talk/lecture/demonstration for a portion of the time, delving further into a fibery topic! 

Saturday, April 10. 1-3pm $10
Preregistration is required to provide a safe environment which is socially distant.
email heather@heathknits.com or text to 508 404 7588

Nantucket Cranberry Wreath Workshop

Join Heathknits for a fun day full of holiday cheer, as we create our own Nantucket Cranberry Wreaths!

Nantucket cranberry wreath

Sunday December 6, 2020 — 10-3
$75 Includes most supplies and expert instruction in Covid-safe environment. Participants will need their own cranberries and lunch. Masks are required.

Text or call 508-404-7588 to register. Payment is due at registration.

The wreathes are considered the most celebrated house decoration on Nantucket. It’s a festive way to welcome guests to our homes for the holidays, no matter where we live.

Our workshop leader, Chris has been making cranberry wreaths for the past 40 years when her beloved mother-in-law moved to the Cape and showed her the secrets of this Nantucket tradition.

Heirloom Lighted Christmas Tree Workshop

Come spend a relaxing day creating a family heirloom — a lighted Christmas tree.
Heirloom Lighted Christmas Tree
In this full day workshop you will receive all the supplies and instructions necessary to make a beautiful seasonal decoration worthy of gifting or keeping for yourself.
Workshop size is limited in order to allow for the best experience for all.

A deposit of $50 is required by November 4 to secure your spot.
$99 total. (Balance of $49 due on day of workshop)
10:00 – 3:30
pack a lunch; water and snacks will be provided