{"product_id":"class-emotional-support-chicken","title":"Class: Emotional Support Chicken","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eLearn to knit the Emotional Support Chicken!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin us at The Woolly Thistle Shop for this fun and hands-on class where you will learn to knit the popular Emotional Support Chicken! This brand new class is taught by TWT's instructor and shopfront staff, Martha. Her patient and knowledgeable teaching style bring warmth and joy to this fun class. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this engaging, in-person class, you’ll knit your very own Emotional Support Chicken over the course of 3 class times. This playful project is packed with useful techniques and is perfect for knitters looking to build skills while creating something truly joyful and huggable. Over the course of three sessions, you’ll learn shaping, construction, and finishing techniques that will expand your knitting toolkit in a relaxed, supportive environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis class has a maximum capacity of 6 students, so sign up today to secure spot!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf the class is showing sold out, email us at info@thewoollythistle.com and we'll add you to the waitlist!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You'll Learn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWrap \u0026amp; Turn short rows for shaping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePicking up stitches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoining two pieces of knitted fabric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChanging between yarn colors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnitted toy construction and finishing techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Date and Time: Total of 6 hours of class time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuesday, May 19th 4:30 - 6:30\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCast on for the tail and learn how to wrap and turn to shape the back of the chicken.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThursday, May 21st 4:30 - 6:30\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocus on picking up stitches and knitting the main bulk of the chicken.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuesday, May 26th 4:30 - 6:30\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate the beak, comb, and wattle assembling chick so that by the end of class, your chicken is finished and ready for hugs!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional help can be provided at Knit Night on May 28th! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Location: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is an in-person class that we will be hosting at our shopfront location: 12 Commerce Avenue, Suite 3, West Lebanon, NH 03784\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkills Needed to Take this Course: Beginner \/ Intermediate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMust have basic knitting knowledge - Cast-on, Knit, Purl, Cast-off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials Included with your Class:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded in your class fee is the cost of 2x 100g balls of WYS Retreat Twist Chunky (100% Wool), 30g of Rauma Fivel yarn in yellow and red for beak, wattle, and comb, Safety Eyes, TWT Tote, Tapestry Needle, Stitch Markers, and Wool Stuffing.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note, this kit includes 2 balls of Retreat, enough to knit your chicken. However, you may need to work the bottom panel of the chicken in stripes using both the main color and contrast color to ensure you have enough yarn. If you prefer the bottom panel to be entirely in your MC, you may need to purchase an additional ball of Retreat in that color to have sufficient yardage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials Needed (these are not included in the price of this class):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePattern must be purchased directly from the designer: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/emotional-support-chicken\" title=\"Emotional Support Chicken by Annette Corsino pattern on Ravelry\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEmotional Support Chicken by Annette Corsino. \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize US 7 \/ 4.5mm. This pattern is knit flat so you can use circular or straight needles. We'd recommend 24 or 32 inch if you are using circular needles. You may want to bring a size smaller or larger needle if you are generally a tight or loose knitter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet your Instructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMartha Dickinson is a lifelong knitter and valued member of The Woolly Thistle team, working both as a knitting instructor and in the shopfront. Known for her patient, knowledgeable teaching style, Martha loves helping knitters of all levels learn new skills and grow in confidence. Whether she’s assisting customers in the shop or guiding students through a project, she finds great joy in inspiring others to enjoy and deepen their knitting practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Cancellation Policy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nIf you need to cancel your class registration, we offer a full refund for cancellations made more than one week prior to the class start date. Cancellations made within one week of the class start date may be eligible for a refund only if we are able to fill the vacated spot. If we are unable to fill the spot, we will not be able to issue a refund.\nWe reserve the right to cancel a class if minimum enrollment is not met or due to unforeseen circumstances (weather, instructor illness, etc). In such cases, we will notify participants as soon as possible and issue a full refund for the class amount.","brand":"The Woolly Thistle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48937846079640,"sku":"WT23054","price":129.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1234\/0546\/files\/the-woolly-thistle-class-emotional-support-chicken-wt23054-1236499497.jpg?v=1777919135","url":"https:\/\/thewoollythistle.com\/products\/class-emotional-support-chicken","provider":"The Woolly Thistle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}