MW10P. TEXTURED BACKPACK PURSES, Mary Jane Wood. Learn how to crochet fast and sensational backpack purses in a variety of different yarns which can be fashion coordinated to go with your outfits. Discover how to merge existing stitche s to create textured and lacy patterns that may be applied to any crochet project. You will learn the basic construction of the backpack purse with tips on creating your own personalized designs. Mary Jane will show you how to chart designs using crochet symbols and pattern repeats to construct your own unique stitch patterns. Find out how to add finishing touches to make your purses special. There will be a step by step pictorial "how-to" guide for the "sewing challenged" on making a purse lining with a pocket to fit inside your purse. The class will crochet a "mini" purse from start to finish using all the pattern stitches in the bigger purse. The mini purse can be used as a change purse, makeup holder inside your big purse or can be used as a soap sachet or doll purse. Each member of the class can individually choose whether to start on the big purse or practice sewing a lining for the mini purse.
Time: 3 hours, FRIDAY PM.
Skills required: Basic crochet stitches including ch, sc, dc, hdc, tr. They should know how to follow a crochet pattern and how to work in the round. It will be helpful if students are familiar working with cotton using an F through G hook. Having some knowledge of the front post double crochet stitch will be useful.
Homework: None.
Bring to Class: Crochet hooks size E through H, measuring tape, scissors, markers for round s, large eye needle, off-white sewing thread. Recommended: Tahki Cotton Classic (3 skeins of off white (color 3003), 1 skein of light blue (color 3031) or any contrasting color, or: 2 skeins of J&P Coats Crochet Nylon in off white and 1 skein in an contrasting color, or: Lion Brand Cotton, or: South Maid Cotton 8 - 350 yards off white and 75 yards of contrasting color. (Note: if allergic to cotton, substitute a light, worsted weight acrylic yarn)
Materials Fee: $2.00, Handout includes basic construction of the backpack purse, samples of creating unique stitches with symbolic charting, pictures and instructions for two different purse straps, pictorial instructions for sewing a lining, my original patterns for a mini purse and a matching regular sized back pack purse. Off white lining for the mini purse, extra sewing thread and needles.

PT10P. GLAMOROUS BROOMSTICK, Pauline Turner. Learn this technique which uses smaller amounts of yarn and creates wonderful lacy fabric. Whizz pins, large knitting needles have produced only on stitch pattern in the past. At the beginning of the class students will see many different ways of producing broomstick crochet to get beautiful effects, and they will practice the technique and explore the applications.
Time: 3 ho urs, FRIDAY PM.
Skills required: Beginner level, know single crochet.
Homework: None.
Bring to Class: Basic crochet kit; a variety of crochet hooks, a large knitting needle, 1" diameter; scraps of yarn about 1 to 2 oz each of several colours and kinds to include glitter, textured and plain yarn if available. Do not go out and buy any! Other sizes of knitting needles will be available for experimentation.
Materials Fee: $5. (Optional) for yarns and booklet on how-to do broomstick plus 7 patterns.

CM11A. COLOR FOR COWARDS, Carol Mullen. There are many among us who do not trust our use of color and sometimes feel intimidated by the overwhelming choices that must be made in color. In this class we will study how colors work, how we can make colors and simple ways to find stunning color inspiration and combinations in everyday sources. You will learn the language of color and ow to stride confidently into a yarn store with a color plan in hand.
Time: 3 hours, SATURDAY AM.
Skills required: no special skills needed.
Homework: None.
Bring to Class: scissors, glossy color-filled magazines/calendars, catalogs which can be cut up, a glue stick.
Materials Fee: $10.00, color wheels, watercolors, paper viewfinders, color samples, brushes, index cards, cups, and lots of extra supplies.

KJ11A THE MISSING LINK: KNITTING AND PURLING WITH TUNISIAN CROCHET, Kathleen Power Johnson. Tunisian crochet is though to be the link between knitting and crocheting. Expand your crochet stitch repertoire by borrowing from knitting stitch libraries to work many textured stitch patterns using the Tunisian "knit" and "purl" stitches. In this class, you'll sample simple knit-purl patterns such as rib and seed stitch variations, along with more complex brocade patterns.
Time: 3 hours, SATURDAY AM.
Skills required: Basic crochet stitches; basic Tunisian crochet.
Homework: None.
Bring to Class: Basic crochet kit. Several coordinating colors of worsted weight wool or acrylic yarn in moderate amounts, an afghan hook in the appropriate size (probably J), pencil with eraser, usual supplies.
Materials Fee: $2.00.

LC11A. COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN, Lily M. Chin. Even if you are computer-illiterate, you may want to know what all the fuss is about and what the possibilities are that computers offer. Computers have been given a lot of attention lately. Deemed the key to the future, see how designers and fiber artists can use electronic media as a very useful tool to aid the creative process. See a demonstration at work. Get a broad overview of realistic achievements and what you can expect to get out of the computer. Even discuss the pros and cons of different systems (IBM-compatibles vs. Macs) Sample some of the various software available. "CAD" has been a new and exciting way for me to "visualize" my work beforehand. It has allowed me to experiment a whole lot more without a whole lot of extra investment in materials and time. Covered also will be down-to-earth information on price, peripherals, on-line help services and the dreaded "learning curve".
Time: 3 hours, SATURDAY AM.
Skills required: Good, basic knowledge of general crochet, the ability to follow charts.
Homework: None.
Bring to Class: Nothing.
Materials Fee: $.25, resources page and information listing.

NN11A. FAST, BOLD CROCHET ON BRAID, Nancy Nehring. Use p urchased braid trim to crochet up fast, bold edgings and fabric. Thread crochet forms braid into decorative patterns and then accents the edges. Make swatches for two edgings and two fabrics in class. See a display of antique and modern samples.
Time: 3 hours, SATURDAY AM.
Skills required: Must be able to crochet with threads down to size 80 and hooks down to size 13. Most work in size 10 thread.
Homework: None.
Bring to class: basic crochet kit, steel crochet hooks sizes 13-6.
Materials Fee: $8.00, braid and thread kit.

GK11P. ART TO WEAR: CABOCHON PIN, Gwen Blakley Kinsler. The hottest sensation in crochet: Beads! Not only will you learn basic bead-crochet in this class, but also the creative technique of adding cabochons or found objects to your work of art! Students who like artistic crochet will have fun creating a unique free-form brooch to match any outfit.
Time: 3 hours, SATURDAY PM
Skills required: basic crochet stitches, willingness to try crochet with thread, steel hook and beads.
Homework: None.
Bring to class: Size 8 & 9 steel hooks, 12" square of felt; optional: found object, magni fier/light.
Materials Fee: 1) regular cabochon - $9.00, or 2) designer cabochon - $18.00. Perle cotton and beads in three colors, cabochon, bead needle, pin back.

KJ11P. TECHNO-TEXTURE TUNISIAN, Kathleen Power Johnson. This is the advanced class in Tunisian crochet that you have been waiting for. This unique crochet technique lends itself to unique stitch pattern variations. In this class you will have a chance to practice some textural stitch patterns like twining cables and traveling stitches, the pebble stitch, dimensional shells and at least one dainty lace pattern. Your will also find out how to create and read charts for Tunisian stitches and how easy it is to invent your own.
Time: 3 hours, SATURDAY PM.
Skills required: Basic Tunisian Crochet.
Homework: None.
Bring to Class: Basic crochet kit. Several colors of worsted weight wool or acrylic yarn in moderate amounts, an afghan hook in the appropriate size (probably J), usual supplies.
Materials Fee: $1.00.

NN11P. FROM DESIGN CONCEPT TO CLASSROO M, Nancy Nehring. Take the mystery out of the process a teacher goes through when developing a new class. Learn about selecting a design, setting the goals for the class, adapting and establishing student level requirements, planning your time and your lesson and supplies. Discuss class props, handouts, conference proposals, contracts and fees. Then find out how to advertise the class and get a teaching position. Finally, learn some tips on classroom etiquette. This class partially fulfills the requirements for CGOA Certified Teacher.
Time: 3 hours, SATURDAY PM.
Skills required: No special skills needed.
Homework: None.
Bring to class: Nothing needed.
Materials Fee: $2.00, handout.

VR11P. PINEAPPLE PRINCESS, Vicky Ramos. You are invited to a Hawaiian Style crochet class. Three hours of luau; create an Hawaiian ensemble for a 5.5" doll. Using this traditional pattern of hospitality, participants will assemble a Pineapple Princess using a dash of cutting, sewing, stuffing, ribbon folding technique all combined with the pineapple pattern dress. Vicky shares this family tradition with her students.
Time: 3 hours , SATURDAY PM.
Skills required: Beginners welcome. Just have fun, be flexible and . . .
Homework: None.
Bring to class: Basic crochet kit, scissors.
Materials Fee: $20.00, kit to include: crocheted dress, doll, material for lining, poly-fil, cardboard, sewing needle and thread, 8 yards of Sa tin Ribbon and Pineapple Princess pattern.

FM12A. CRO-HOOK QUILT BLOCKS, Felecia J. McClendon. With the resurgence of the Cro-hook, creating reversible, multicolor items is a breeze and enables the crocheter to create a fabric that resembles and has the flexibility of knitted garter stitch. The method used to make the quilt block is based on a mitered square patchwork knitting technique, created by German knit designer, Horst Schultz and introduced to the U.S. by Irene York. Here, the technique has been re-interpreted to allow the use of the cro-hook and several colors at a time. Each square is connected to the other as the work progresses and the crocheter can create patchwork-type quilt blocks which can be arranged to design one-of-a-kind quilts and afghans.
Time: 3 hours, SUNDAY AM.
Skills required: basic cro-hook technique and crochet stitches with a familiarity with Tunisian crochet.
Homework: None.
Bring to Class: Three different skeins of worsted weight yarn (two solids and one variegated); cro-hook size I, J or K; graph paper (4 sq/inch); color pencils (optional); basic crochet kit.
Materials Fee: $2.00

GK12A. IRISH CROCHET FOR BEGINNERS, Gwen Blakley Kinsler. Experience Irish Crochet as you learn about its history. Students will crochet a small square compact cover typical of that used in the "Roaring 20's"; when women were flaunting their liberation. They more freely powdered their noses and advertised that fact by carrying elegant, silver compacts and fancy compact holders such as this one. Learn this classic technique and explore and discuss its modern applications.
Time: 3 hours, SUNDAY AM.
Skills required: Basic crochet stitches, willingness to learn crochet with fine thread and steel hook.
Homework: None.
Bring to class: Basic crochet kit, 1 ball size 20 crochet cotton, color white; size 9 or 10 steel crochet hook.
Materials Fee: $0.

JR12A. FUN WITH FELTING CROCHET, Janet Rehfeldt. Yes, you can felt with crochet as easily as felting knit. You will learn different felting methods such as needle felting, free form felting and traditional felting by hand using fleece as well as how you can felt crochet by hand or using a washing machine to create hats, purses, vests, slippers and more. You will create swatches in class for gauge control and comparison, then actually help felt the swatches by hand and begin a project you can felt at home.
Time: 3 hours, SUNDAY AM.
Skills required: Basic crochet stitches. You must be able to work with wool with NO adverse or allergic reactions.
Homework: None.
Bring to class: basic crochet kit, crochet hook size N.
Materials Fee: $12.00, instructional handout, original crochet pattern, size L (8mm) crochet hook; sample balls for different types of wool for swatching as well as the wool for the class project.

KJ12A. ELEGANT BY EASY TRIMS FOR AFGHANS, Kathleen Power Johnson. Forget those fringed or single crocheted edges. It's time to step out and individualize your afghans with trims that look more challenging than they are, that will enhance the simplest project. You'll learn to layer trims for a luscious effect, to deal with repeats and to conquer the corners. We'll discuss co nverting insertion designs to trims while you create several mini afghans.
Time: 3 hours, SUNDAY AM.
Skills required: Basic crochet stitches.
Homework: 3 swatches in any stitch patterns, at least 3" square.
Bring to Class: Basic crochet kit. Several coordinating colors of worsted weight yarn in moderate amounts, a selection of hooks in sizes suitable for yarn, usual supplies.
Materials Fee: $1.00.

GK12P. MAGICAL MISER PURSE - IRISH STYLE, Gwen Blakey Kinsler. History buffs take note. . . this fascinating class combines both crochet and history lessons in one! Co-author of the book of the same name, Gwen will solve the "mystery" of this endearing purse's unique opening, as well as display samples from her antique collection. Students will learn some basic Irish crochet techniques as they stitch this original design miser purse.
Time: 3 hours, SUNDAY PM.
Skills required: Basic crochet stitches, willingness to crochet with crochet thread and steel hook, ability to read crochet patterns.
Homework: A homework sheet will be included in your class confirmation.
Bring to Class: Basic crochet kit, s ize 20 crochet cotton, size 9 steel hook, 7/8" plastic ring (color white).
Materials Fee: $0, original design pattern; reprint-my article on "History of Miser's Purse" from Piecework.

NN12P. MAKE YOUR OWN WOOD CROCHET HOOK, Nancy Nehring. Yes, we are offering this popular class again. Imagine the satisfaction of crocheting with a hook you made yourself. Learn about the relationship of hook and shank size and shape and how it effects your crocheting. Then make a hook from 1/4" or 3/8" walnut, cherry or birch using simple woodworking techniques. See samples from the teacher's extensive collection of hooks. No woodworking experience needed. Great course for spouses!
Time: 3 hours, SUNDAY PM.
Skills required: physical ability to use small hand tools.
Homework: None.
Bring to class: ruler, pencil, 1 skein of yarn to try out hook.
Materials Fee: $5.00, dowels, oil for finish, use of hand tools provided by instructor.

TG12P. CHAINED WIRE EARRINGS, Theresa Grandstaff. Crocheting with wire is so much easier now, using the new softer and more flexible wires. With the varieties of colors of wires, beads and threads, just imagine the possibilities! We will create beautiful earrings to wear that have a new contemporary look. Come learn how to get the mastery over wire crochet.
Time: 3 hours, SUNDAY PM.
Skills required: Basic crochet stitches.
Homework: None.
Bring to class: Basic crochet kit; size K aluminum hook, size 7 steel hook, earring hardware (that has a loop to hang earring from) Metallic thread (comparable to size 10 crochet thread) 1 strand of size 8/0 beads, collapsible eye beading needle, scissors, 3 yards 22 g or 24 g colored wire, needle nose pliers.
Materials Fee: $0.

TM12P. TIPS AND TRICKS, Tosca Mark. This class is for you if you have ever asked yourself any of these questions: How do I prevent a tight starting edge? What do I do with loose ends? When, where and how do I change yarn? Why are the sides tapering? How do I prevent a sewn-in zipper from bubbling? Why are the joins sticking out like a sore thumb instead of blending in? Why, even after swatching, is the size not what was planned? How can I read symbols? Make a "secret" item using symbols. Learn the single crochet cas t-on, mattress stitch, how to make your own bobbins and much more!
Time: 3 hours, SUNDAY, PM.
Skills required: basic crochet stitches and ability to follow instructions.
Homework: Three pieces of any type, minimum size 4"; x 2". Students are encourage to submit up to 3 questions to instructor prior to this conference to insure that their specific needs are met.
Bring to Class: Basic Class kit: small amounts of yarn and appropriate hooks, 1 hank of embroidery floss, tapestry needles, scissors, note taking materials. Optional for those wanting to learn how to add a zipper: zipper (if you have to buy one, get a short one), sewing needle and thread to match homework swatches.
Materials Fee: $0

Six-Hour Classes

CM10AP. JUMPSTARTING CREATIVITY, Carol Mullen. It is a given that everyone is born creative and that life has drawn it from us. In this class we will touch on various ways to restore your creative self. You will be presented with humorous ways, intellectual ways, artistic ways and spiritual ways. You can draw from one or two or all in finding ways to get back in touch with your creative self. The first half of this class is spent exploring the various paths to a more creative self. The second half of this class w ill be help in finding creative solutions to a particular crochet dilemma (not related to trouble with technique) which needs a creative approach, a fresh start, a new look.
Time: 6 hours, FRIDAY AM & PM.
Skills required: None.
Homework: None.
Bring to Class: Student should come prepared with a crochet problem to which we can apply creative problem solving techniques. Most often this is a design problem, but could be color or application problem. Pencils and erasers.
Materials Fee: $2.00, folders, activities, bibliography for each student.

JB10AP. THREAD SAMPLER - 1850'S STYLE, Jean Blaine. Recreate a Victorian thread sampler made to imitate lace, suitable for framing - or do a sampler of more modern stitches - or mix and match them! This kind of sampler is composed of a great number of patterns worked in long narrow bands. Historically, a sampler was the pattern book of its day and was added to for years. So, if you have PAS (Pattern Acquisition Syndrome) you will have to take this class! You will go home with a wonderful piece you can turn into home decor. Coats & Clark is providing sponsorship for this class by prov iding their wonderful thread, Opera, in size 5.
Time: 6 hours, FRIDAY AM & PM.
Skills required: Intermediate to Advanced crocheters. Ability to work with thread.
Homework: None.
Bring to class: Bring your favorite steel hook for working with size 5 thread (I like to use a #5), or if you want to use smaller thread (size 10 or 20) bring it with you, and the appropriate steel hook (#7), a blunt point tapestry needle, and your basic crochet kit.
Materials Fee: $4.00, thread provided by Coats & Clark and pattern booklet.

JR10AP. THE AMAZING NEEDLE, Janet Rehfeldt and Nancy Nehring. Have you ever wanted to do both knitting and crochet in the same piece? Do you want to knit but just can't handle two needles and a string? With the "Amazing Needle", you can do both knit and crochet. You do not need to know how to knit to make knit stitches with the Amazing Needle. We will show you how to use this needle with a hook at one end and an "eye" with a holding line at the other to knit, purl, cable, do lace, increase and decrease, working in the round and flat and working in both crochet or knit stitches. This &quo t;Amazing Needle" is just that! It's a fun and useful tool for any crocheter or knitter alike.
Time: 6 hours, FRIDAY AM & PM.
Skills required: Know basic crochet stitches. Previous knitting knowledge helpful, but not required.
Homework: None.
Bring to Class: Basic crochet kit plus: stitch markers, safety pins, cable stitch holder, row counter.
Materials Fee: $15.00, Amazing Needle, yarn for class, instructional handout, an original pattern.

NOTE: Lydia Borin's Faubles & Baubles was cancelled because Lydia, despite her best efforts, was unable to attend the conference.

LB10AP. FAUBLES & BAUBLES - BEADING AND BEAD CROCHET, Lydia Borin. Have fun learning to make fiber faubles (beads) and embellish them using beading and bead crochet. Learn how to work from beading to bead crochet and from bead crochet to beading. Learn to shape small cloth scraps plus crocheted fabric to make large and small beads. Learn a few very easy steps to create the brick stitch, back stitch and also make yummy fringe. Get an introduction to peyote stitch as a building block onto brick stitch. Ideas will flow for making tassels, forming embellishments and wrapped miniature figures; also for combining tiny thread crochet doily forms, colored elastic thread, wire with armatures and other materials for your beaded faubles. Gobs of examples will be displayed. Get ready to be pumped up about crochet and beading, to be enthused and excited with new ideas in creativity!
Time: 6 hours, FRIDAY AM & PM.
Skills required: Basic crochet stitches. No beading skills required.
Homework: None. Practice in advance chaining, sc and slst with steel hooks and crochet thread pearl cotton #8 and thinner.
Bring to Class: Scissors, small white dish for beads to set in, travel light and extension cord (close up lighting absolutely necessary for beading), steel crochet hooks sizes 5 (1.90mm) to 11 (1.10mm) whatever sizes you have. Optional - thin colored elastic thread (1 or 2 mm thickness), bead spinner, magnifier if you have eye problems.
Materials Fee: $12.00, sharps needles, 11/0 seed beads, 6/0 beads, #2 bugles, 1 fabric piece and 1 ultrasuede piece, flats and small accent beads, Silamide beading thread, Jean Stitch crochet thread, metallic and thin sewing threads, twisted wire needle and instruction booklet. Shaping tools, silk pins and bead spinners will be provided during class.

TM10AP. HAIRPIN LACE, Tosca Mark. Whether you are familiar with the basics of this old-fashioned lace technique or not, join us and explore the exciting possibilities offered once you stray from the basics. The adjustable Hair Pin forks donated by Boye allow the use of many media from bulky yarns to crochet threads. Find out how this Victorian lace is adaptable to uses in the new Millennium.
Time: 6 hours, FRIDAY, AM & PM.
Skills required: basic crochet stitches and ability to follow instructions.
Homework: None.
Bring to Class: Basic crochet kit, different samples of yarns and/or threads plus appropriate hooks, tapestry needle, scissors and note takings materials.
Materials Fee: $0, comprehensive handout; adjustable hair pin lace forks donated by Boye.

JR11AP. FABULOUS CROCHETED SOCKS, Janet Rehfeldt and Mary Jane Woods. You don't have to crochet boring socks using only one stitch. Learn how to quickly produce comfortable, well-fitting socks that will turn your feet into a "fashion statement". Class participants will learn the basic construction of three types of socks, including the short rowed heel, the heel flap with gusset and a "toes-up" sock. Students will learn several different methods of crocheting well fitting cuffs including the sideways method and the foundation stitch. The class will crochet a baby sock using the "short rowed" heel method. After taking foot measurements, the small model sock will be used to determine gauge and applied to your own personal sock. The participants will start crocheting their own customized sock. Instructions for a baby sock and a regular sized sock will be included in the class material. We will also give you insider tips for designing your own socks and tips on changing colors with the minimum amount of weaving in ends.
Time: 6 hours, SATURDAY AM & PM.
Skills required: Basic crochet stitches and how to follow a crochet pattern.
Homework: None.
Bring to class: Basic crochet kit, crochet hooks sizes D-F, measuring tape, calculator, scissors, markers or small safety pins, large eye needle.
Materials Fee:$7.00, wool - 3 ply fingering weight sock yarn (Cotton will be provide for those allergic to wool), a handout which includes an "Anatomy of a Sock", tips and tricks, abbreviations, worksheets, a pattern for a baby sock and adult sock with choice of two different foot patterns.

JW11AP. "MAGIC SQUARE PATCHWORK", Joyce Renee Wyatt. Learn how to make a magic square and get the look of patchwork without all that work. The inspiration for this class came from a knitted patchwork sweater designed by Irene York of the Knitting Basket in Tahoe City, CA. The "magic square" is the starting point for your sweater or other projects. The size of the "magic square" will determine how many squares are needed to make your project. You do not make individual squares and sew them together. Each additional square is connected to a previous square with foundation chains and slip stitches. This technique is a good way of using your yarn stash. In this class, you'll create a "magic square" sampler using various techniques. After learning the basics, Joyce will show you how to figure the number of squares you need for your various projects.
Time: 6 hours, SATURDAY AM & PM.
Skills required: basic crochet stitches, increase, decrease and changing colors.
Homework: A homework sheet will be sent with your confirmation letter.
Bring to class: basic crochet kit, 4 oz each of 2 colors or worsted weight y arn, size J crochet hook, tapestry needle, graph paper at 4 sq/in.
Materials Fee: $2.00, handout.

TG11AP. CROCHETED GYPSY RINGS, Theresa Grandstaff. Crocheted rings were popular in the 1940's and 1950's. Theresa's rings are a new contemporary look, made with new materials that make them different. Make them to match your clothes, tastes and your personality. Create one or more rings in this class. Come, go bead crazy!
Time: 6 hours, SATURDAY AM & PM.
Skills required: Basic crochet stitches.
Homework: None.
Bring to Class: Colored elastic 1 mm and 3 mm (to match beads), size 20 cotton thread (to match beads), 1 strand each - Bugles, size 2 (small), Size 6/0 (E beads), seed beads, size 6, 8 or 11 (standard), small sewing needle (to fit size of thread), small scissors, collapsible eye beading needle, size 8 steel crochet hook.
Materials Fee: $0

ML11AP. WONDERFUL WEARABLES, Melissa Leapman. Join author/designer Melissa Leapman as she demystifies the craft of crocheting sweaters from start to finish. Review the basics of reading a commercial pattern, the ins and outs of gauge, and discover some secrets about seams, yarn tails and other finishing details. With Melissa's guidance, you will create a miniature sweater during class to showcase your new skills.
Time: 6 hours, SATURDAY AM & PM.
Skills required: Knowledge of basic crochet stitches, familiarity with crochet patterns.
Homework: Make two identical swatches using the same yarn and hook size: with smooth worsted weight yarn and appropriate-size hook, ch 36. Foundation row: Sc into second ch from hook and into each ch across - 35 sc. Ch 1, turn. Next row: Sc into each sc across - 35 sc. Ch 1, turn. Repeat last row until piece measures 3.5" from beg. Do not fasten off. Do not cut yarn.
Bring to Class: Two homework swatches with yarn still attached and crochet hook; one more crochet hook two sizes smaller than the one used for homework swatches; tape measure; several safety pins or straight pins; scissors; wide-eyed, blunt tapestry needle.
Materials Fee: $2.00, extensive handout.

TM11AP. COILED BASKETRY TECHNIQUE IN CROCHET, Tosca Mark. A crochet technique following the principles of coiled basketry was first encountered in the sixties by a fibre artist friend of Tosca's while she was visiting native communities along the northern coast of Canada. The natives were making warm and colourful hats. Later in Australia the same artist saw natives who crocheted containers very similar to their grass baskets. Learn this ancient technique while creating a treasure box and lid. Use it to make containers and create round, oval, square or rectangular boxes, bud vases, bowls and more.
Time: 6 hours, SATURDAY, AM & PM
Skills required: basic crochet stitches, increases and decreases (basics of shaping) and ability to follow instructions.
Homework: None.
Bring to Class: Basic crochet kit, 2 balls of different coloured worsted weight yarn and appropriate hooks.
Materials Fee: $0.

JB12AP. MAKE YOUR OWN POLYMER CLAY BUTTONS (to go with your crocheted sweater), Jean Blaine. The final touches made to a garment on which you worked so hard are very important. Have you ever seen a dress in a store which you liked, but it had the oddest/ugliest buttons? Learn how to make your own polymer cl ay buttons to match your creations. This is a beginner's course in how to use this wonderful medium, but beware! This can be addictingly fun!
Time: 6 hours, SUNDAY AM & PM.
Skills required: None.
Homework: Choose items to which you wish to add your own buttons, or yarn/material you want to match.
Bring to Class: a small amount of petroleum jelly (like Vaseline) and a small towel or washcloth. This towel is for hand cleaning and the cloth will be permanently stained. Color swatches for any garment you might want to embellish.
Materials Fee: $20.00, includes polymer clay in a variety of colors, findings, directions and idea booklet. Tools needed will be provided by the instructor for use in class.

JW12AP. DIAGONAL CROCHET CARDIGAN/VEST, Joyce Renee Wyatt. Tired of crocheting from the bottom up or top down? Let me show you how to make a sweater from a different angle, Diagonally. Start your sweater with two triangles using the single crochet stitch, then join them to form one piece. The back and front are shaped using simple increases, decreases, and slip stitches. Any stitch pattern that uses the single crochet stitch as t he main background stitch, yarn textures, and hook size can be used. You don't need a gauge to begin. You will make a miniature cardigan or vest with no side seams and shoulder seams. The ribbing is applied later to the neck, wrists, lower edges, and button bands.
Time: 6 hours, SUNDAY AM & PM.
Skills required: basic crochet stitches, increase, decrease and changing colors.
Homework: a homework sheet will be sent with your confirmation letter.
Bring to class: basic crochet kit, 4 oz each of 2 colors of worsted weight yarn, size J crochet hook, stitch markers, tapestry needle.
Materials Fee: $2.00, handout and pattern.

KW12AP. KNIT RIBBINGS FOR CROCHETERS, Kathy Wesley. Discover how to add a flexible knit ribbing to a crochet garment. Learn a few knit basics and enhance a crocheted garment with the wonderful knit ribbing finish. Two techniques for creating ribbing, adding ribbing to a completed crochet piece and starting with a crochet chain will be demonstrated in class. When, where and why a knit ribbing would be preferable and how to adapt a crochet pattern to include a knit ribbing will open up new design opportunities. Using newly learned skills and the two basic stitches (knit and purl) you will create a small teddy bear sweater and a scrapbook of knit ribbings.
Time: 6 hours, SUNDAY AM & PM.
Skills required: Basic crochet knowledge and a desire to learn to knit or improve knit skills.
Homework: Three double crochet swatches in light to medium color worsted weight yarn using size G or H crochet hook as follows: first swatch: ch 20, work 8 dc rows, finish off; second swatch: ch 20, work 6 dc rows, finish off; third swatch: ch 28, work 6 dc rows, finish off.
Bring to Class: Basic crochet supplies, extra yarn and hook from third homework swatch, worsted weight yarn in two or three colors that contrast homework swatches, G or H crochet hook, tapestry needle, scissors.
Materials Fee: $0, ASN Publishing will provide a pair of knitting needles, a copy of A Crocheter's Guide to Knitting, published by American School of Needlework and class handouts.

LC12AP. CHIC, SHAPELY CROCHETED CHEVRONS, Lily M. Chin. Most of us are familiar with the zig-zag effects that stacking decreases and increase on top of one another produces. We find them most often on what is known as "ripple" afghans. Learn the many different, decorative stitches that do this from filet-lace to dynamic, colored stripes. Familiarize yourself with the different kinds of increases and decreases. Then apply these to uniquely sculptural fabrics. Find out how to plan for A-line garments, circular skirts and peplums, even yokes. Then take this technique even further to fancy floral appliques and leaves.
Time: 6 hours, SUNDAY AM & PM.
Skills required: Know how to increase and decrease in all basic stitches. A good grasp of mathematics, the ability to follow charts.
Homework: None.
Bring to Class: Basic crochet kit, smooth worsted weight yarn in several colors, appropriate hooks, gauged graph paper about 4 squares/in.
Materials Fee: $1.50, a detailed 8-page handout.

PT12AP. OFF THE RACK, ON YOUR BACK, Pauline Turner. Let's take that ordinary piece of clothing and embellish it and jazz it up. Let Pauline show you how to personalize clothing from sweaters, t-shirts, blouses, jackets, skirts or trousers. Make your wardrobe show off your unique style with the techniques learned in this class.
Time: 6 hours, SUNDAY AM & PM.
Skills required: basic crochet stitches.
Homework: Look at something you may have already bought or go to a cheap store and buy a good basic shape. Accessories such as bags, slippers, etc. can also be fun to play with. Purchase thread or yarn that complements the item to be decorated.
Bring to Class: If the item is in cotton, bring a cotton thread or thin yarn. Bring whatever you yarn or thread you have purchased to go with the piece. Bits of glitter thread, beads, decorative buttons, old jewelry usually helps. Any cotton motifs you have made but not used can be a bonus. However watch your excess baggage fee on the plane! Mixture of interesting yarns and other materials will be available for use in class.
Materials Fee: $4.50.

BASIC CROCHET KIT:

What crochet supplies do you carry with you when you attend a conference? A basic crochet kit needed for most classes includes all the things you might carry with you while working on a project. It may have in it: scissors, a variety of crochet hooks in different sizes, stitch markers, small notepad and pencil, tape measure, safety pins, maybe even a small ball of a neutral yarn for marking or joining. If the class is a thread-class, you may want a larger range of your steel hooks; it is a yarn-class, maybe bringing a wider range of the larger hooks will be in order.

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