Knitknack Has the Knack for Summer Knitting

Think knitting and crocheting are all about warm winter woolens like mittens and toasty sweaters?

Think again. Knitting is a year 'round activity and a perfect way for you — or your children who are desperately in need of summer activities — to while away the hours in productive fashion.

And is here to help.

The yarn shop at 1914 Springfield Avenue is offering summer knitting and crochet drop-in classes for ages 9 and up (that includes adults). The one-hour group lessons cost $25 each. Students are required to purchase their materials from Knitknack (free lesson for children with purchase of a Minnow Knits Beginners Kit!), and the drop-in classes are for beginners only.

Call 973-763-6066 for a schedule of drop-ins OR to schedule a private lesson if you are or you have a more advanced student to sign up. Knitknack's lovely owner Meera Kothari Cho will customize a class for you or work with you on specific projects and techniques.

If your summer is already all sewn up, never fear: For Fall and beyond Knitknack continues to offer regular "fiber fun." Just visit the Knitknack website at http://www.knitknack.biz for a list of classes and to sign up for the email newsletter, or visit the Knitknack Facebook page. There you can find out more about upcoming events including yarn parties, "yarn bombing" and themed daily, weekly and monthly events.

Knitknack, 1914 Springfield Avenue, 973-763-6066. Open Tuesday through Thursday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Friday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Sundays and Mondays. Closed weekdays 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.