Craftsy Update

Yesterday I was finishing up a class I was taking and thought I would check and see what was new at Craftsy that some of you may be interested in. As bad as I hate to admit it, there are other things in life to do. LOL. Anyway, I found these links and wanted to share them with you. Hope you enjoy!

New Knitting Techniques and Getting Comfortable with the Old Ones

Now that we have finished all our holiday knitting, and we have a little time before we jump into another big projects it's time to maybe think about learning some new knitting techniques or maybe learning a new, faster way to get the results you are looking for in your knitting. I know that some people avoid patterns because they are afraid of the technique because it looks too complicated or it just makes them nervous. That makes me sad. We should always be tackling something that makes us a little nervous. Where would we all be right now if we hadn't done thing that gave us "butterflies"?

I am working with my students on taking on a more challenging project every time they finish one. And I am so proud of them. Within a few months, they are knitting in the round, doing advanced cables and taking on their first sweaters. What an awesome group. SOOOOO, I am asking you, as a fellow knitter, as a friend, what is your next challenge? What are you wanting to learn but find yourself putting it off. Short rows? Cables? Finishing? Well I teach, but I can't get to you I'm going to suggest following the link below and just checking out what Craftsy has to offer. I have taken several of their classes, just to see the instructor, the class material, and what is covered. It's impressive. Plus once you bought the class, its yours forever, you can watch the videos over and over AND ask questions. They also have free classes. Now knitting isn't their only subject. I'm taking all kinds of things, but when it comes to learning techniques, being able to stop the video, and see close ups, at your own pace, this just might be what you are looking for. I know when short rows came out, some loved them and some were totally freaked out, but, now that technique is main stream and you see it all the time.

Ok, so here is the link, just click on it and check it out. Craftsy  (Don't forget to let me know what you think)

Give a Craftsy Class for Christmas

Right now you can Gift Any Craftsy Class and save big while you're doing it! Want to give someone a Craftsy class, but not sure which one to pick? With our "Gift Any Class" cards, you can buy a loved one any Craftsy class of their choosing for $30! It has never been easier to give the gift of crafting fun!

Gift 1 Craftsy class for $30 (save up to $30)
Gift 2 Craftsy classes for $55 (save up to $65)
Gift 3 Craftsy classes for $75 (save up to $105)

Features
• Gifted classes never expire
• Give one, two, or three Craftsy classes
• Deliver on any date (up to three months in advance)

Giving handmade gifts? Use the super cute gift tag below from Craftsy on your gifts this year and let your friends and family know their gift was handmade with love! 
*Please note that you must register in order to print the Gift Tag below. 

Sweater Weather, Are You Ready?

We are in sweater weather where I live and if it's not sweater weather for you, maybe you just might want to knit a beautiful sweater. This class on Craftsy will help you. You Choose your own sweater and Eunny Jang instructs you a long the way. Here is the class overview. Join inspiring instructor Eunny Jang and use her included top-down sweater pattern as a base for creating a perfectly personalized sweater. Cast on and choose any of three different neck styles: a casual lowered neck, classic crew neck or a high neck you can turn into a cozy turtleneck or modern funnel neck. Learn to add a wedge yoke, banded yoke or sideways yoke, and Eunny will guide you through customizing it with lace, colorwork or cables. Then, find out how to create the sweater body in a cropped, A-line tunic or shaped pullover style, before knitting short, bracelet or full-length sleeves. Bring your sweater together with a variety of beautiful edge finishes, and showcase your style every time you wear it.

It sounds fun! Click on the link below.
Choose Your Own Sweater Adventure with Eunny Jang

Looking For Some Free Classes?

No matter what the topic, if it's about crafting you can find classes on it. At Craftsy, you can find FREE Classes on a variety of craft toptics. Click on the link below to see what's available for you.

Free Classes at Craftsy

 

 

After you find a class, let me know what you take and what you think about it. I'd love to hear your feedback.

 

Right now I am taking Stephen West's Shawlscapes class. Its great, though it isn't one of the free classes, its filled with inspiration and great ideas. I'll be posting photos of my up and coming shawls soon.

 



Another Avenue To Great Products

Craftsy yarn sale! Save up to 80% on yarn for 48 hours, November 15 & 16.

I just wanted to share with all my friends that Craftsy is have a pretty good sale not just on fabric, (for my quilting and sewing friends) but YARN! Click on either link and see what they have to offer. You maybe totally surprised!