Posts Tagged ‘knitting’

You may already be familiar with the range of handmade dolls clothes we offer at Little Sparrow, but if you’re interested in something you can make yourself or a specific outfit you must pick up a copy of “Dress up Your Dolls” by Lise Nymark.

Playing dress up is such a fun time for children, and with the fun outfits made from “Dress up Your Dolls” they will have so many options to mix and match clothes to suit every occasion. All of the essentials are covered: dresses, pants, jumpers, hats, scarves, hair bands, and even shoes. The patterns, which are ideal for 30, 38, or 45cm dolls (12″, 15″ and 18″), can be easily combined and modified for customization and variety. The 90 patterns offer 33 complete outfits and includes everything from princess dresses and a safari outfit to winter wear and pirate costumes. Needle and yarn conversion charts are also included.

There’s no time like the present to learn a new skill or refresh an old one! Join our May workshops and enjoy discovering a new passtime in a friendly environment.
Bookings are essential! Payment in full must be received to secure your booking. A minimum of four people is required for the class to run, and a full refund will be given if minimum booking is not achieved. You are very welcome to bring any equipment required, use the workshop equipment during the class or purchase anything you will need from the shop. Unfortunately due to the timetable no make-up classes are available.

To book, visit us in store or phone us on 90410103 or you can book in online in our webshop too.

Classes run for 4 weeks a session. 4 x 2hrs.

Everyone 10 years + welcome.

Want to be the first to know when we schedule new classes? Enter your email address in the E-newsletter sign up, in the sidebar to the right. ☛

Term 2

Waldorf Toy Making

Wednesday, May 15th – June 5th 10-12pm

Thursday, May 16th – June 6th 10-12pm

$100, materials not included

In our most popular class you will have the opportunity to explore toy making in the Waldorf/Steiner tradition. Make small felt animals, create a doll or try your hand at needle felting.

 

Machine Sewing

Wednesday, May 15th – June 5th 1-3pm

$100, materials not included

Always wanted to use a sewing machine? This class will run you through all the basics, from threading to the tension, which needles to use, how to make a ruffle, to line a tote bag, to add a zip. we will make 4 simple projects along the way too! Sewing machines provided.

 

Knitting & Crochet

Thursday, May 16th – June 6th 1-3pm

$100, materials not included

In this class we’ll learn to cast on and off, a variety of different stitches, increasing and decreasing, changing yarn etc. Start your lifetime love of either of these cozy and practical crafts. By the end of 4 weeks you’ll be making squares, toys and more!

New in store is The Cath Kidston Knit Book – the perfect gift for any eager beginner knitters. Ingeniously packaged in a bright floral tin, this gift set includes everything you need to make a fun striped scarf in signature Cath Kidston colors; including six balls of yarn, one pair of red metal 4mm knitting needles plus a double-sided pattern sheet that gives all the instructions for making up the scarf. There’s even an alternative pattern if stripes aren’t your style!

Not feeling confident about learning to knit from the instruction book included in the tin? Why not join one of our beginners knitting & crochet classes and we can show you all the steps and techniques in person. Classes start next Thursday (18th April), so call us now to secure your spot! There are also limited spaces available in Wednesday Machine Sewing and Thursday Waldorf toymaking – get in quick!

Manta Wrap Rare Yarns Knit Kit

We want you to be cozy and crafty now the chilly Autumnal weather has arrived so we’re dropping the price of our range of Rare Yarns (Essential 8ply and Endare 4ply) from $13 down to $10 a ball. Rare Yarns are a beautifully soft mix of merino and alpaca in a range of colors inspired directly by nature.

Rare Yarns comes from the simple idea that people are passionate about yarns that are beautiful, out of the ordinary and lovely to touch.

The Rare Yarns Company use the finest natural fibers and colors of alpaca, llamas, sheep, camel and goats from New Zealand, Tibet, Peru and many other places to create beautiful natural yarns.

Our commitment is to preserve the diversity of rare breeds, rare colors and rare yarns.

We support farming and breeding practices that are environmentally responsible, humane and contribute and contribute to the sustainable futures of indigenous peoples and their lands.

A reminder to come and join author Jenny Occleshaw

on the 22nd of February

 at Little Sparrow for 6pm

 to launch her wonderful new release

 Fantastical Hats & Beanies

 Please RSVP to:

 Little Sparrow (30) 90410103

 or Jenny 0425725670

Join us for drinks, nibbles, and purchase your copy of Fantastical Hats & Beanies as well as ready-to-knit beanie kits.

You will also have the chance to secure a place in a limited number of workshops with the talented author, Jenny Occleshaw.

Jenny Occleshaw started knitting very early in life. She has written patterns for Paton’s, Australian Creative Knitting, and magazines such as Yarn Art and Embellish. Jenny also heads knitting workshops at the CAE and at her studio at home. She enjoys teaching knitting and seeing the joy people find in learning a new skill or mastering new techniques.

Fantastical Hats & Beanies is a delightful collection of unique easy-to-make hats and beanies to suit every outfit and occasion. The collection includes projects suitable for experienced crafters and newcomers alike. Every project is explained using easy-to-follow instructions. Hats and beanies are not only a fabulous way to accessorise and express your own style, the hand-made hats and beanies also make personal and unique gifts for friends and loved ones. With such a variety of techniques and styles, there really is a hand-made hat or beanie here for everyone.

Please come along and help us celebrate the launch of Jenny’s new book.We will have loads of copies for sale, drinks and nibbles and some amazing new kits of Jenny’s new hats to try.

Some of these hats are truly awesome!

Was your new years resolution to pick up a new skill? Or refresh an old one? Take a look at our Term 1 workshop schedule and see if we can help you find a new passion in the new year! Why not try your hand at:

 


Waldorf Toy Making

Crochet

Knitting

or

Machine Sewing

Visit our Workshops page for all the details and times, and if you’re not already subscribed, be among the first to know when we schedule new classes by signing up to our E-newsletter in the sidebar to the right. ☛

 

Looking for interesting presents for the older kid crowd? Why not consider a craft book. We have a few select titles from our shelves to share with you today that are ideal for beginner crafters!

Meet a mischievous piggy, dopey panda, rambunctious little bunny, a passel of monkeys, a proper penguin, and many more soon-to-be best friends of all shapes, sizes, and personalities in this irresistible guide, Make Your Own Toys. With simple-to-follow instructions and hand-drawn illustrations, artist and designer Sue Havens will help you make 22 unique stuffed toys that will endear and charm adults and kids alike.

This is a new edition of the best-selling Usborne Art: How to Knit! Perfect for beginner knitters both young and old, this book covers all aspects of learning to knit, from selecting the correct needles and wool, to casting on, the basic stitches and finishing off techniques. It also includes projects to tackle as knitting confidence grows, such as scarves, bags and mobile phone cases. The step-by-step instructions are clearly illustrated and easy to follow.

 

From DK’s top-selling crafting author, Jane Bull, Made By Me contains more than 30 homespun craft projects for young crafters. The book is divided into three sections, on knitting, sewing, and embroidery, and each one begins with a primer on basic techniques and stitches. Then lots of simple and sweet projects help children master needle skills while making bags, dolls, bracelets, hats, and more. Kids will love giving their creations as gifts, or keeping them to enjoy!

Teach your children all the basics of knitting with this easy-to-follow guide. In Knitting for Children, Claire Montgomerie shares the secrets of her successful knitting classes that show little ones how to create their own toys, accessories and clothes. Packed with great projects suitable for children aged 7-12, and with each project just a little more advanced than the one before, kids will eagerly progress through the 35 easy-to-follow patterns and variations. The ‘Getting started’ section gives essential guidance, covering not only all the knitting basics, but also how to finger knit, French knit, make tassels, put together pompoms and more. Claire has chosen yarns that are smooth and simple to knit, with the weight suitable for smaller hands. Start with the snake scarf – it’s a fun but easy project that teaches the basics, and once they’ve mastered this piece, your child will be straight onto the next challenge. They can try the cosy mittens and then move on to a pretty ragdoll, or stitch the cute and colourful v-neck cardigan before making an MP3 player cover. This book provides the perfect way to introduce your child to a fun craft that will be useful for the rest of their life.

In Kids Learn to Crochet by Lucinda Guy children can quickly master basic crochet stitches with this cheery book that features simple language and clever animal cartoon characters. Excellent step-by-step instructions with photos take young beginners from crocheting chains to learning single and double crochet techniques—and then they are off to squares, circles, and half trebles. Projects along the way include a striped toy cat, a small stuffed bear, a cute bag, and a bunch of fabulous flowers. A section called When Things Go Wrong offers humorous advice about dropped stitches, sewing troubles, and other frustrations.

Little Sparrow are pleased to announce we are at last stocking cotton yarn! Just in time for summer knitting and crochet projects.

Heirloom 8 ply Cotton is a cool, silky, 100% cotton yarn, made in Australia. Pictured above are the 15 colors in the main range, and the 4 below are in the organic range. All are available in 120 metre 50g balls.