About Our Classes
Most classes are suspended indefinitely due to Covid-19. We are working to add some online options. Scroll down to check availability.To sign up for a class, please pre-register to reserve your space. Payment must be received at time of registration. Classes have a minimum of 2 students and refunds are available up to 72 hours before the first class session. In fairness to the teachers and other students who have purchased their supplies, we are unable to make refunds after that time. Two exceptions to that rule are Beginning Knitting and Beginning Crochet - If you are signed up for those we will teach the class with a single student if necessary. Our curriculum is written for adults and children over the age of 12.
Supplies are needed for most classes and a supply list is listed on each class page or will be furnished when you register in person or within 48 hours if you register online.. The class fee covers instruction only. We would appreciate if you select Knitting Next Door for your supplies.
If this is a Zoom class, you will receive the link and documentation no earlier than 72 hours before class starts.
Due to student and teacher allergies, please refrain from wearing perfumes and scented lotions to classes held in the store.
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Winter Weather Cancellation Policy
Please note that if Ankeny Public Schools are closed or have cancelled activities, classes at KND will be cancelled. We will get in touch with registrants to make arrangements for rescheduling.
Knitting Next Door Classes
Gauge & Blocking for Knitters
This class teaches the importance of making a gauge swatch and how to do it efficiently and accurately. Additionally you'll learn how to block your finished work to best show off the details you worked so hard to complete.
Cost: $ 20.00
This class teaches the importance of making a gauge swatch and how to do it efficiently and accurately. Additionally you'll learn how to block your finished work to best show off the details you worked so hard to complete.
Cost: $ 20.00
Heels for Two-At-A-Time Toe-Up Socks 6:30-7:00
Learn how to make 3 different heels for Two-At-A-Time, Toe-Up Socks on Magic Loop. This is a follow-up class to our Two-at-a-Time Toe-Up sock class. To qualify for this class, you must have completed the first class with Diane. This is a Hybrid class. Week 1, 2 & 3 will be Zoom Only. Week 4 will be 30 minutes in-person at the store. Sign up for the 30-minutes time period you want and this will include the Zoom classes.
Cost: $ 45.00
Learn how to make 3 different heels for Two-At-A-Time, Toe-Up Socks on Magic Loop. This is a follow-up class to our Two-at-a-Time Toe-Up sock class. To qualify for this class, you must have completed the first class with Diane. This is a Hybrid class. Week 1, 2 & 3 will be Zoom Only. Week 4 will be 30 minutes in-person at the store. Sign up for the 30-minutes time period you want and this will include the Zoom classes.
Cost: $ 45.00
Heels for Two-At-A-Time Toe-Up Socks 7:15-7:45
Learn how to make 3 different heels for Two-At-A-Time, Toe-Up Socks on Magic Loop. This is a follow-up class to our Two-at-a-Time Toe-Up sock class. To qualify for this class, you must have completed the first class with Diane. This is a Hybrid class. Week 1, 2 & 3 will be Zoom Only. Week 4 will be 30 minutes in-person at the store. Sign up for the 30-minutes time period you want and this will include the Zoom classes.
Cost: $ 45.00
Learn how to make 3 different heels for Two-At-A-Time, Toe-Up Socks on Magic Loop. This is a follow-up class to our Two-at-a-Time Toe-Up sock class. To qualify for this class, you must have completed the first class with Diane. This is a Hybrid class. Week 1, 2 & 3 will be Zoom Only. Week 4 will be 30 minutes in-person at the store. Sign up for the 30-minutes time period you want and this will include the Zoom classes.
Cost: $ 45.00
Heels for Two-At-A-Time Toe-Up Socks 8:00-8:30
Learn how to make 3 different heels for Two-At-A-Time, Toe-Up Socks on Magic Loop. This is a follow-up class to our Two-at-a-Time Toe-Up sock class. To qualify for this class, you must have completed the first class with Diane. This is a Hybrid class. Week 1, 2 & 3 will be Zoom Only. Week 4 will be 30 minutes in-person at the store. Sign up for the 30-minutes time period you want and this will include the Zoom classes.
Cost: $ 45.00
Learn how to make 3 different heels for Two-At-A-Time, Toe-Up Socks on Magic Loop. This is a follow-up class to our Two-at-a-Time Toe-Up sock class. To qualify for this class, you must have completed the first class with Diane. This is a Hybrid class. Week 1, 2 & 3 will be Zoom Only. Week 4 will be 30 minutes in-person at the store. Sign up for the 30-minutes time period you want and this will include the Zoom classes.
Cost: $ 45.00
How to Read Crochet Charts, The Basics and Beyond
Afraid to try crochet charts? Take the fear and mystery out of chart reading. Polly will walk you through the basics and demystify the common symbols used in crochet charts Must have successfully completed a beginning crochet class and are familiar with crochet pattern reading. Class documentation will be provided via e-mail prior to start of class This is a Zoom Only class. Zoom Link/Instructions, plus any documentation required for the class will be sent to you via e-mail 72 hours before class time
Cost: $ 20.00
Afraid to try crochet charts? Take the fear and mystery out of chart reading. Polly will walk you through the basics and demystify the common symbols used in crochet charts Must have successfully completed a beginning crochet class and are familiar with crochet pattern reading. Class documentation will be provided via e-mail prior to start of class This is a Zoom Only class. Zoom Link/Instructions, plus any documentation required for the class will be sent to you via e-mail 72 hours before class time
Cost: $ 20.00
How to Read Knitting Charts, The Basics and Beyond
Afraid to try colorwork, lace or cables because of the chart? Take the mystery and fear out of chart reading with this class. Learn the basics of chart reading and decode some of the common symbols. Must have successfully completed a beginning knitting class and are familiar with knitting pattern reading. Class documentation will be provided via e-mail prior to start of class This is a Zoom Only class. Zoom Link/Instructions, plus any documentation required for the class will be sent to you via e-mail 72 hours before class time
Cost: $ 20.00
Afraid to try colorwork, lace or cables because of the chart? Take the mystery and fear out of chart reading with this class. Learn the basics of chart reading and decode some of the common symbols. Must have successfully completed a beginning knitting class and are familiar with knitting pattern reading. Class documentation will be provided via e-mail prior to start of class This is a Zoom Only class. Zoom Link/Instructions, plus any documentation required for the class will be sent to you via e-mail 72 hours before class time
Cost: $ 20.00
Oops! I Made a Mistake 6:30-7:00
Learn how to fix common mistakes like twisted stitches and dropped stitches. Learn how to "tink" and "frog." Change a knit stitch to a purl stitch, and more. If you have something that needs fixing, bring it along. This is a Hybrid class. Week 1 will be Zoom Only. Week 2 will be 30 minutes in-person at the store. Sign up for the 30-minutes time period you want and this will include the Zoom class on January 14, 6:30-8:30.
Cost: $ 30.00
Learn how to fix common mistakes like twisted stitches and dropped stitches. Learn how to "tink" and "frog." Change a knit stitch to a purl stitch, and more. If you have something that needs fixing, bring it along. This is a Hybrid class. Week 1 will be Zoom Only. Week 2 will be 30 minutes in-person at the store. Sign up for the 30-minutes time period you want and this will include the Zoom class on January 14, 6:30-8:30.
Cost: $ 30.00
Oops! I Made a Mistake 7:15-7:45
Learn how to fix common mistakes like twisted stitches and dropped stitches. Learn how to "tink" and "frog." Change a knit stitch to a purl stitch, and more. If you have something that needs fixing, bring it along. This is a Hybrid class. Week 1 will be Zoom Only. Week 2 will be 30 minutes in-person at the store. Sign up for the 30-minutes time period you want and this will include the Zoom class on January 14, 6:30-8:30.
Cost: $ 30.00
Learn how to fix common mistakes like twisted stitches and dropped stitches. Learn how to "tink" and "frog." Change a knit stitch to a purl stitch, and more. If you have something that needs fixing, bring it along. This is a Hybrid class. Week 1 will be Zoom Only. Week 2 will be 30 minutes in-person at the store. Sign up for the 30-minutes time period you want and this will include the Zoom class on January 14, 6:30-8:30.
Cost: $ 30.00
Oops! I Made a Mistake 8:00-8:30
Learn how to fix common mistakes like twisted stitches and dropped stitches. Learn how to "tink" and "frog." Change a knit stitch to a purl stitch, and more. If you have something that needs fixing, bring it along. This is a Hybrid class. Week 1 will be Zoom Only. Week 2 will be 30 minutes in-person at the store. Sign up for the 30-minutes time period you want and this will include the Zoom class on January 14, 6:30-8:30.
Cost: $ 30.00
Learn how to fix common mistakes like twisted stitches and dropped stitches. Learn how to "tink" and "frog." Change a knit stitch to a purl stitch, and more. If you have something that needs fixing, bring it along. This is a Hybrid class. Week 1 will be Zoom Only. Week 2 will be 30 minutes in-person at the store. Sign up for the 30-minutes time period you want and this will include the Zoom class on January 14, 6:30-8:30.
Cost: $ 30.00
Tunisian Sampler Afghan
Create a sampler blanket with Tunisian Crochet stitches. You will learn many Tunisian crochet stitches in completing this beautiful afghan. Must know how to Tunisian crochet and have mastered the foundation and simple stitch (afghan stitch). Must have completed at least one project in Tunisian crochet and know how to execute the single crochet stitch (regular stitch).
Cost: $ 50.00
Create a sampler blanket with Tunisian Crochet stitches. You will learn many Tunisian crochet stitches in completing this beautiful afghan. Must know how to Tunisian crochet and have mastered the foundation and simple stitch (afghan stitch). Must have completed at least one project in Tunisian crochet and know how to execute the single crochet stitch (regular stitch).
Cost: $ 50.00
Yipes Stripes Cowl
This lovely cowl is full of new techniques. You will work with Lorrie over 4 weeks to learn many new color techniques , plus you'll do a turned hem and two-color bind-off. This is for the intermediate knitter who knows how to cast-on, knit, purl, bind-off, knit in the round, and read knitting instructions. There is pre-class homework for this class.
Cost: $ 45.00
This lovely cowl is full of new techniques. You will work with Lorrie over 4 weeks to learn many new color techniques , plus you'll do a turned hem and two-color bind-off. This is for the intermediate knitter who knows how to cast-on, knit, purl, bind-off, knit in the round, and read knitting instructions. There is pre-class homework for this class.
Cost: $ 45.00