Learn foundational knitting skills from local knit instructor with over 40 years of experience, Ruth Burdeshaw. In class you will define your gauge, learn to read a "ball band", how to choose the right fiber for your project, & have plenty of time for Q & A. Students must be comfortable with the knit and purl stitch in advance. Students bring 1 ball of any worsted weight yarn and 1 pair of needles between sizes 6-9, straight or circular. All supplies available at Puffy Mondaes. Register for class at least 48 hrs in advance by calling Mondaes at 208-407-3359 to pre-pay, or register online at www.puffymondaes.com, "shop online".

Come create a completely unique, weather proof stepping stone made of recycled glass tile to keep or give as a gift! $35 covers all your materials and class fee. CLASS FILLS FAST: call to pre-pay and reserve your space. 208-407-3359

Feb. 25, Sat. 10am-12:30pm: Learn how to knit cables with Melissa Transtrum while you knit up a quick neck warmer. $35 covers yarn, pattern and instruction. Students supply size US 8 straight or circular needles, 2 stitch markers & a cable needle, available for purchase at Mondaes. Students must be able to knit & purl prior to class. To pre-pay and reserve your space, visit our "shop online" class registry, or call Mondaes at 208-407-3359 at least 48 hours in advance.

Take an afternoon to learn how spinning wheels work, and how to create your own yarn from wool and other fibers. No previous experience is necessary. Students may borrow a spinning wheel at Puffy Mondaes for the class, or bring their own. $45 covers all instruction and supplies. Wheels are available to rent at the rate of $25 per week after you have completed Beginning Spinning class, or are available for purchase. Register at least 48 hrs in advance by calling Puffy Mondaes at 208-407-3359 to pre-pay and reserve your space.

Fridays, March 2 & 9: Learn to knit easy slip-stitch color work as you make a pair of fingerless mosaic mitts with Amy Olenik. $48 covers all instruction, yarn, and pattern. Students supply size US 4 dpns or circular needles (or US size 5 if you have tight stitch tension). Students must know how to knit, purl, increase, decrease & knit in the round prior to class. $48 covers all instruction, yarn, and pattern. CLASS SPACE LIMITED. Purchase your registration on our "shop online" class page, or call Mondaes at 208-407-3359 to pre-pay and reserve your space.

Saturdays, March 3 & 10, 1-4pm: Instructor Kim Mitchell will teach knitters how to make wool mukluk slippers. $48 covers yarn, pattern, and instruction. Students supply size US 7, 24 or 40" cord circular needles, or US 7, 8" dpns. Students must be able to knit, purl, increase, decrease & knit in the round prior to class. Purchase your registration at www.puffymondaes.com with our "shop online" class registry, or call the shop at 208-407-3359 to pre-pay and reserve your space.

Thursday evenings March 8, 15, 22 & 29: The most inexpensive pottery program in the Treasure Valley! Learn to "center" clay and make simple, useable stoneware pots with professional potter Dave Crawford. Students can be beginning through intermediate levels in the same class. $58 covers instruction and unlimited clay & firing! CLASS SPACE LIMITED. CAll Mondaes at 208-407-3359 to pre-pay and reserve your space.

March 8, Thurs. 10am-12noon: Learn foundational knitting skills from local knit instructor with over 40 years of experience, Ruth Burdeshaw. In class you will define your gauge, learn to read a "ball band", how to choose the right fiber for your project, & have plenty of time for Q & A. $25 covers all instruction.Students must be comfortable with the knit and purl stitch in advance. Students bring 1 ball of any worsted weight yarn and 1 pair of needles between sizes 6-9, straight or circular. All supplies available at Puffy Mondaes. CLASS SPACE LIMITED: Purchase your registration here or call Puffy Mondaes at 208-407-3359 to pre-pay and reserve your space.

Join us for the Annual Open Fiber Arts Retreat sponsored by Puffy Mondaes, in Cascade, Idaho at Trinity Pines Resort, March 16,17,18, 2012. REST, RETREAT, CRAFT, REPEAT… We want you to get out of town with us in order to rest, work on your projects, enjoy the great food, and even learn a little something new. This retreat is open to everyone from anywhere, regardless of fiber arts and crafts experience. Class fees are in addition to your registration as an optional add-on. You’ll have a great time and learn from someone even if you are not enrolled in a class, but we have some great ones to offer this year by some great guest teachers! See our “classes” tab after registering. BASIC REGISTRATION COVERS: One weekend at Trinity Pines, check-in beginning after 4pm Mtn. time on Friday, 5 great catered meals with dietary spec. options, 3 days of shopping the 7 fiber arts vendor booths, and a whole lot of time to knit, craft, weave, sew, and sit with your newly made friends in the cozy carpeted lodge full of natural light and stoked fireplaces! A full itinerary will be emailed to you once you have registered. REGISTRATION COST: Basic “Early Bird” Registration is $158, which includes food & lodging. Registration fees increase to $175 per person after Jan. 31, 2012. $50 of your registration fee is non-refundable once your space is reserved. No refunds can be offered for class spaces or registrations after Feb. 29, 2012. RETREAT CLASSES: May be viewed and purchased at www.puffymondaes.com by choosing the "shop online" tab. Classes are not required and purchased separately, first come first serve. RETREAT 2012 IS LIMITED TO 110 REGISTERED ATTENDEES. Registration is offered on a first-come-first-served basis. For more info, call Puffy Mondaes Sustainable Arts at 208-407-3359 or visit www.puffymondaes.com and "shop online."

March 23 & 30, Fridays, 7-9pm: Learn the skill of Entrelac knitting and create an intricate looking cowl to wear or give as a gift! Entrelac produces a basket-weave look fabric, without the need to cut yarn or switch colors. $48 includes pattern, yarn, and all class fees. Students need to bring a pair of knitting needles sizes 7, 8 or 9 straight or circular, also available at Puffy Mondaes. Students need to know how to knit, purl, increase, and decrease prior to class. CLASS FILLS QUICKLY: Purchase your registration on our "shop online" class list, or call Puffy Mondaes to pre-pay and reserve your space at least 48 hrs in advance @ 208-407-3359.

March 24, Saturday, from 2-4: Learn foundational knitting skills from local knit instructor with over 40 years of experience, Ruth Burdeshaw. In class you will define your gauge, learn to read a "ball band", how to choose the right fiber for your project, & have plenty of time for Q & A. $25 covers all instruction.Students must be comfortable with the knit and purl stitch in advance. Students bring 1 ball of any worsted weight yarn and 1 pair of needles between sizes 6-9, straight or circular. All supplies available at Puffy Mondaes. CLASS SPACE LIMITED: Purchase your registration here or call Puffy Mondaes at 208-407-3359 to pre-pay and reserve your space.

Thursday evenings April 5, 12, 19 & 26: The most inexpensive pottery program in the Treasure Valley! Learn to "center" clay and make simple, useable stoneware pots with professional potter Dave Crawford. Students can be beginning through intermediate levels in the same class. $58 covers instruction and unlimited clay & firing! CLASS SPACE LIMITED. CAll Mondaes at 208-407-3359 to pre-pay and reserve your space.

Fridays, April 6, 13, 20 & 27 from 7-9: Beginner and intermediate oil painting students will learn how to use oils by classical method using basic color theory, glazing, and layering techniques that create depth on canvas. No prior drawing or painting experience required! Students will be guided while creating their own original painting. $58 covers all paint, canvas and instruction. Class space limited: Register online at our "Shop online" class list, or call 208-407-3359 to pre-pay and reserve your space.

Fridays in April: 6, 13, 20 & 27 Learn basic watercolor technique while creating unique paintings with Amy Olenik. $58 covers all materials and instruction, no prior experience necessary. Ages 10 through adult are welcome. CLASS SPACE LIMITED: Call Puffy Monades at 208-407-3359 to pre-pay and reserve your space, or register online at www.puffymondaes.com, "shop online."

April 28, Saturday : 10am - 6pm : FREE! Bring your wheel, drop or Navajo Spindles, some goodies to share if you like, & spin fiber into yarn with us at Puffy Mondaes Sustainable Arts! Meet other local spinners, watch a Navajo Spinning Demo by Keren Brown at 11:00am, & check out Puffy Mondaes' new Floor Model wheels by Schacht, Louet, Clemes, Babe, and more. Win door prizes, take part in the "longest yarn" contest, or just take advantage of our fiber sale: at least 20% off all fiber, all day! This is a great time to meet other fiber enthusiests from miles around, and you'll leave encouraged and inspired, regardless of your skill level!