My first Basic Crochet class at First Class was wonderful. As usual, all my students were patient and dedicated, making it easy to teach. I did manage to mix up my terminology a bit, as it was my first time teaching crochet in formal setting - I kept mentioning knitting terms! Everyone managed to follow along and hook out their first few rows. We even managed to touch on increases, decreases, and knitting in the round at the end of class.
The next Beginner Knitting and Basic Crochet classes are already scheduled for June 4 and June 11, respectively. Both classes fill up so be sure to sign up early to reserve your spot!
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March 8, 2011
February 5, 2011
Thank You!
My goodness, has a week gone by already? Ika Ink is still feeling good from a wonderful Art Carnage. Thank you to everyone who came out to see the work, and to all our fellow vendors and the entertainers for being... well, just awesome!
We had a splendid time and are looking forward to seeing everyone again at February's event.
Remember, February 19th is our First Class session for Beginner Knitting! The class is already half-full, so be sure to sign up soon to reserve your space.
And if knitting isn't your thing, sign up for our Basic Crochet class on March 5!
Oh, and don't worry -- we'll be posting more pictures of new creations soon!
We had a splendid time and are looking forward to seeing everyone again at February's event.
Remember, February 19th is our First Class session for Beginner Knitting! The class is already half-full, so be sure to sign up soon to reserve your space.
And if knitting isn't your thing, sign up for our Basic Crochet class on March 5!
Oh, and don't worry -- we'll be posting more pictures of new creations soon!
January 3, 2011
...And We're Back!
After a wonderful (and wonderfully un-eventful) holiday season, Atomic Cate & Ika Ink are back for the new year! And what a year this one promises to be… there are classes and art shows and design projects and illustrations and just general creations all waiting in the wings!
First up this year, we have another Art Carnage on Saturday, January 29 at The Soundry. Come join us for some delightful gifts for your Valentine (or anti-Valentines, if that’s your thing). We’re new to art/craft shows, so please stop by and offer us your opinion! We love to hear what our customers & friends have to say.
We also have two classes at First Class in Washington, DC. On February 19, pick up some needles for our second Knitting for Beginners! This will be the same fun class we had last year (which ran long… there‘s just so much to share). It’s perfect for anyone who has never touched a knitting needle but wants to learn, or for those who used to knit, once, in a galaxy far, far away… and need some help picking it up again.
There‘s also our very first Basic Crochet class, March 5! Just as with the knitting class, our goal is to get everyone set with the basics for their first project. Crochet is extremely versatile, and some find it easier than knitting — so there‘s no reason not to try both!
With both First Class sessions, I offer a $2 discount on your materials fee if you mention this blog. Of course, if you have any questions about the classes feel free to contact me!
Whew! That‘s a lot going on already this year, just in the first three months! Hope to see all of you soon!
First up this year, we have another Art Carnage on Saturday, January 29 at The Soundry. Come join us for some delightful gifts for your Valentine (or anti-Valentines, if that’s your thing). We’re new to art/craft shows, so please stop by and offer us your opinion! We love to hear what our customers & friends have to say.
We also have two classes at First Class in Washington, DC. On February 19, pick up some needles for our second Knitting for Beginners! This will be the same fun class we had last year (which ran long… there‘s just so much to share). It’s perfect for anyone who has never touched a knitting needle but wants to learn, or for those who used to knit, once, in a galaxy far, far away… and need some help picking it up again.
There‘s also our very first Basic Crochet class, March 5! Just as with the knitting class, our goal is to get everyone set with the basics for their first project. Crochet is extremely versatile, and some find it easier than knitting — so there‘s no reason not to try both!
With both First Class sessions, I offer a $2 discount on your materials fee if you mention this blog. Of course, if you have any questions about the classes feel free to contact me!
Whew! That‘s a lot going on already this year, just in the first three months! Hope to see all of you soon!
November 22, 2010
New Classes are Posted!
As I announced earlier, I’m pleased to again offer Knitting for Beginners at First Class!
This is a class geared toward absolute beginners; those who have never touched a needle are encouraged to sign up. It’s also a great refresher course if you started learning a while ago but need help remembering how.
I’m also very pleased to offer Basic Crochet! Crochet is a fabulously versatile craft and it’s very simple to learn the basics. This class is also geared for those who have never touched a hook, but a great refresher for those who once knew how, long ago…
Knitting for Beginners is Saturday, February 19, 1–3pm. Basic Crochet is Saturday, March 5, 1–3pm.
See you there!
This is a class geared toward absolute beginners; those who have never touched a needle are encouraged to sign up. It’s also a great refresher course if you started learning a while ago but need help remembering how.
I’m also very pleased to offer Basic Crochet! Crochet is a fabulously versatile craft and it’s very simple to learn the basics. This class is also geared for those who have never touched a hook, but a great refresher for those who once knew how, long ago…
Knitting for Beginners is Saturday, February 19, 1–3pm. Basic Crochet is Saturday, March 5, 1–3pm.
See you there!
November 7, 2010
More Crochet Coffee Cozies
These coffee sleeves (shown on standard medium & large disposable cups) are simple and as soft as suede. And thanks to the fact that they're actually acrylic, they're totally durable and washable!
November 3, 2010
The Adjustable Coffee Sleeve Pattern!
My first public, free pattern!
Yarn: I used Lily Sugar’n Cream 100% cotton. Cheap, washable, and perfect for this project. Of course, feel free to use anything that gives you a similar gauge.
Hook: US 8/H, 5.00 mm
Gauge: Approximately 14 sc & 16 rows = 4". Gauge does NOT need to be exact. It’s a coffee cozy, not a tailored sweater!
This pattern has no right/wrong side.
1. CH 33
2. Turn, sc across (32 st)
3. BUTTONHOLE ROW: ch1, turn, sc in first sc, *ch2, sc in 3rd sc, repeat from * 2 more times; sc across (32 st)
4. ch1, turn, sc across (32 st)
5. INCREASE ROW: ch1, turn, 5sc, 2sc in next sc, *6sc, 2sc in next sc, repeat from * 2 more times, 5 sc (36 st)
6-7. ch1, turn, sc across (36 st)
8. INCREASE ROW: ch1, turn, 3sc, 2sc in next sc, *9sc, 2sc in next sc, repeat from * 2 more times, 2sc (40 st)
9-13. ch1, turn, sc across (40 st)
14. BUTTONHOLE ROW: ch1, turn, sc in first sc, *ch2, sc in 3rd sc, repeat from * 2 more times; sc across (40 st)
15. ch1, turn, sc across (40 st)
Fasten off!
You can sew on some regular buttons, or you can crochet up a couple. That’s what I did, and here’s how:
Buttons - Make 2
- ch2, leaving a nice tail at the start of your work (for sewing and stuffing into the button to make it more firm)
- sc6 in second ch from hook
- work 6sc around
- *sc2tog, repeat 3 times
- leaving a nice tail for sewing, fasten off
- sew buttons on to cozy about one or two stitches from the edge.
And that’s it! Easy as pie… which would go excellently with that cup of coffee.
Yarn: I used Lily Sugar’n Cream 100% cotton. Cheap, washable, and perfect for this project. Of course, feel free to use anything that gives you a similar gauge.
Hook: US 8/H, 5.00 mm
Gauge: Approximately 14 sc & 16 rows = 4". Gauge does NOT need to be exact. It’s a coffee cozy, not a tailored sweater!
This pattern has no right/wrong side.
1. CH 33
2. Turn, sc across (32 st)
3. BUTTONHOLE ROW: ch1, turn, sc in first sc, *ch2, sc in 3rd sc, repeat from * 2 more times; sc across (32 st)
4. ch1, turn, sc across (32 st)
5. INCREASE ROW: ch1, turn, 5sc, 2sc in next sc, *6sc, 2sc in next sc, repeat from * 2 more times, 5 sc (36 st)
6-7. ch1, turn, sc across (36 st)
8. INCREASE ROW: ch1, turn, 3sc, 2sc in next sc, *9sc, 2sc in next sc, repeat from * 2 more times, 2sc (40 st)
9-13. ch1, turn, sc across (40 st)
14. BUTTONHOLE ROW: ch1, turn, sc in first sc, *ch2, sc in 3rd sc, repeat from * 2 more times; sc across (40 st)
15. ch1, turn, sc across (40 st)
Fasten off!
You can sew on some regular buttons, or you can crochet up a couple. That’s what I did, and here’s how:
Buttons - Make 2
- ch2, leaving a nice tail at the start of your work (for sewing and stuffing into the button to make it more firm)
- sc6 in second ch from hook
- work 6sc around
- *sc2tog, repeat 3 times
- leaving a nice tail for sewing, fasten off
- sew buttons on to cozy about one or two stitches from the edge.
And that’s it! Easy as pie… which would go excellently with that cup of coffee.
October 27, 2010
Adjustable Coffee Sleeve
Knit & Crochet Classes!
I’m pleased to announce I will be teaching two more classes in early 2011!
Basic Knitting (same as my original class) will be Saturday, February 19, from 1-3pm.
Basic Crochet (new!) will be Saturday, March 5, from 1-3pm.
You’ll learn the foundation techniques in knit and crochet. At the end of each class, you will be able to walk away with the skills to craft your first project — be it a scarf, potholder, trivet, washcloth, or even a small change purse… there’s so much you can do!
As before, these classes are held at First Class, Inc. I’ll be sure to post more about these terrific beginner classes as we get closer!
Basic Knitting (same as my original class) will be Saturday, February 19, from 1-3pm.
Basic Crochet (new!) will be Saturday, March 5, from 1-3pm.
You’ll learn the foundation techniques in knit and crochet. At the end of each class, you will be able to walk away with the skills to craft your first project — be it a scarf, potholder, trivet, washcloth, or even a small change purse… there’s so much you can do!
As before, these classes are held at First Class, Inc. I’ll be sure to post more about these terrific beginner classes as we get closer!
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