Private Class 9am - Noon
2026-06-01 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-15 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Detroit) | Heritage Spinning & Weaving, 47 E. Flint ST, Lake Orion, MI, 48362, United States
Private Class 9am – Noon

Introduction to Rigid Heddle
2026-06-01 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-08 10:00 - 14:00
Day/Date/Time: Monday, 6/1/2026 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, and Monday, 6/8/2026, from 10:00 to 2:00 pm. This class meets twice.
Description: This compact loom is perfect for dipping your toes into the weaving waters. In this class you will make a scarf using a lux yarn that feels and looks scrumptious. Using good yarn always makes your project shine! You will learn how to dress the loom, how to weave and a bit about planning a project. Three looms are available for in-store rental, however, please plan ahead as not all new weavers finish the project during class time and you may have to return to the shop during regular hours to complete it.
Required Supplies/Equipment/Books: Two skeins Malabrigo Dos Tierras – either two of one color way or one solid and one multicolored (wind into balls prior to class). Loom with at least 12″ weaving width; 8 dent heddle; threading hook or hooks, depending on the maker; sharp scissors, tape measure that can measure 100″; writing supplies; large tapestry needle; and 12” wide separating paper or sticks for warping.
Prerequisite: None
Pre-Class Prep: Wind yarn into balls.
Instructor: Joan Sheridan
Maximum: 6 students (only 3 looms are available to rent for this class)
Fee: $160.00; $180 with loom rental

Knitting Help
2026-06-02 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-09 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-16 11:00 - 16:00
Knitting Help – Tuesdays, 11:00 pm to 4:00 pm. No reservations are needed.
Whether you are new to knitting, returning to knitting, or are working on a pattern using a technique new to you, we are here to help you. One visit is $10 for one hour. Purchase a card of six one-hour sessions for $50 and save. We look forward to helping you along. If you have questions about color or Fair Isle/stranded knitting, we highly recommend you book a private lesson with our guru, Joan. Visit our web store for details.
$10 per hour • $50 for 6 hours with a Knitting Help Card, which can be purchased in the web store or in person.
Almost anytime before 5 pm for 15 minutes (pending staff availability – calling ahead is a good idea)
Special and Private Lessons:
One-on-One: $45 per hour, plus $25 for each additional hour, if used at the same time as the first hour of the lesson.
Semi-Private Lessons: If you select semi-private lessons, you must purchase a session for each participant in one cart, and you must list all participants along with their emails in the “order notes” section of the checkout page.
$30/hour each for two students
$20/hour each for three+ students
The fee for each additional hour is $15 per person, if used with the first hour of the lesson.

Crochet Help
2026-06-02 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-09 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-16 15:00 - 16:00
Crochet Help – Tuesdays, 3:00 to 4:00 pm. No reservations are needed.
Whether you are new to crochet, returning to crochet, or are working on a pattern using a technique new to you, our staff is here to help you. Granny squares, amigurumi, filet crochet, tapestry crochet, and Tunisian crochet are all within your reach, we will help you! Just want a coach at your elbow as you work? Feel free to be a “regular.”
$10 per hour • $50 for 6 hours with a Knitting Help Card, which can be purchased in the web store or in person.
Special and Private Lessons:
One-on-One: $45 per hour, plus $25 for each additional hour, if used at the same time as the first hour of the lesson.
Semi-Private Lessons: If you select semi-private lessons, you must purchase a session for each participant in one cart, and you must list all participants along with their emails in the “order notes” section of the checkout page.
$30/hour each for two students
$20/hour each for three+ students
The fee for each additional hour is $15 per person, if used with the first hour of the lesson.

Social Crafting
2026-06-02 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-05 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-09 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-12 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-16 18:00 - 20:00
Come to Heritage with your current project to knit, crochet, spin, etc., with us. This is purely a social time, no instructor will be available for help.

Knitting Help
2026-06-03 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-10 11:00 - 16:00
Knitting Help – Wednesdays, 11:00 pm to 4:00 pm. No reservations are needed.
Whether you are new to knitting, returning to knitting, or are working on a pattern using a technique new to you, we are here to help you. One visit is $10 for one hour. Purchase a card of six one-hour sessions for $50 and save. We look forward to helping you along. If you have questions about color or Fair Isle/stranded knitting, we highly recommend you book a private lesson with our guru, Joan. Visit our web store for details.
$10 per hour • $50 for 6 hours with a Knitting Help Card, which can be purchased in the web store or in person.
Almost anytime before 5 pm for 15 minutes (pending staff availability – calling ahead is a good idea)
Special and Private Lessons:
One-on-One: $45 per hour, plus $25 for each additional hour, if used at the same time as the first hour of the lesson.
Semi-Private Lessons: If you select semi-private lessons, you must purchase a session for each participant in one cart, and you must list all participants along with their emails in the “order notes” section of the checkout page.
$30/hour each for two students
$20/hour each for three+ students
The fee for each additional hour is $15 per person, if used with the first hour of the lesson.

Knitting Help
2026-06-04 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-11 11:00 - 16:00
Knitting Help – Thursdays, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. No reservations are needed.

Whether you are new to knitting, returning to knitting, or are working on a pattern using a technique new to you, we are here to help you. One visit is $10 for one hour. Purchase a card of six one-hour sessions for $50 and save. We look forward to helping you along. If you have questions about color or Fair Isle/stranded knitting, we highly recommend you book a private lesson with our guru, Joan. Visit our web store for details.
$10 per hour • $50 for 6 hours with a Knitting Help Card, which can be purchased in the web store or in person.
Almost anytime before 5 pm for 15 minutes (pending staff availability – calling ahead is a good idea)
Special and Private Lessons:
One-on-One: $45 per hour, plus $25 for each additional hour, if used at the same time as the first hour of the lesson.
Semi-Private Lessons: If you select semi-private lessons, you must purchase a session for each participant in one cart, and you must list all participants along with their emails in the “order notes” section of the checkout page.
$30/hour each for two students
$20/hour each for three+ students
The fee for each additional hour is $15 per person, if used with the first hour of the lesson.

Social Crafting
2026-06-04 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-11 13:00 - 15:00
Come to Heritage with your current project to knit, crochet, spin, etc., with us on Thursday afternoons from 1:00 – 3:00 pm. This is purely a social time, no instructor will be available for help.

Spinning 102, class 1 of 1
2026-06-06 09:00 - 13:00
Day/Date/Time: Saturday, 6/6/2026, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. This class meets one time.
Description: In this class we will look at how fiber prep, micron count, and staple length affect your finished product. We will sample fine wool, medium wool, and long wool. We will also survey different spinning styles and demonstrate how drafting style, twist per inch, and ply angle affect your finished yarn. We will discuss spinner’s journals and their purpose in helping you to develop your spinning with consistency and intention while acquiring new spinning skills. Class fee includes materials.
Required Supplies/Equipment/Books: Your own spinning wheel in working order and a lazy kate. Recommended book: Yarnitecture by Jillian Moreno.
If you have a used wheel that needs maintenance, you must bring it in to the shop prior to the class. $15.00 fee for tune up; repair charge may apply. Please call ahead.
Prerequisite: Beginner/ advanced beginner wheel spinning skills
Pre-Class Prep: none needed
Instructor: Summer Swanwick
Maximum: 6 students
Fee: $90.00
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Learn to Knit, class 1 of 1
2026-06-06 11:00 - 13:00
Day/Date/Time: Saturday, 6/6/2026, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. This class meets once.
Description: In this class you will learn to knit in a small group. We’ll start with casting on (getting yarn onto the needles), then making the knit stitch, purl stitch and binding off. We’ll talk about stitch patterns, yarn choice, finding and reading knitting patterns, ideas for beginner projects and resources if you get stuck.
This class is for anyone brand new to knitting as well as those interested in refreshing their skills. Karrie is a patient and encouraging instructor, which along with the small class size, ensures you can go at your own pace and get all your questions answered.
Ages 12+, students 8-11 may register along with a registered adult.
Required Supplies/Equipment/Books: Nothing, just you! Karrie will provide each student with knitting needles and yarn. Students will have the opportunity to shop after class.
Prerequisite: None
Pre-Class Prep: None
Instructor: Karrie Roever
Maximum: 2 students
Fee: $45.00
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Knit a Sweater with Karrie, week 6 of 8
2026-06-06 13:30 - 15:00
Day/Date/Time: Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm.
Class 6: This is where you decide if you want a crew neck or a V-neck. Transfer live stitches to needles and knit Front section, short rows.
Homework: Finish knitting Front section(s)

Weaving Help
2026-06-06 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-06-13 14:00 - 16:00
Weaving Help, Saturdays, from 2pm to 4pm
Have a weaving question that needs answering? How to use a warping board? How to read a draft? How to understand a tie-up schematic? If you have a small, portable loom, bring it in with your questions.
Whether you are new to weaving, returning to weaving, or are working on a technique new to you, we are here to help you. One visit is $10 for one hour. Purchase a card of six one-hour sessions for $50 and save. We look forward to helping you along.
$10 per hour • $50 for 6 hours with a Knitting Help Card (good for Weaving Help), which can be purchased in the web store or in person.

Heritage Crank In - session 1 of 1
2026-06-07 09:00 - 16:00
Day/Date/Time: Sunday, 6/7/2026, from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. This meets once.
Description: Bring your sock machine and hang out with other crankers for the day! It is a fun way to meet others and get a few tips and tricks by watching what others are making. Bring a snack to share if you like. There are many restaurants in the Village of Lake Orion to choice from for lunch, or bring your own.
Required Supplies/Equipment/Books: Bring your own machine and equipment to be able to crank for the day.
Prerequisite: none
Pre-Class Prep: none
Instructor: none
Maximum: 12 students
Fee: $25.00
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Learn to Weave in a Weekend - 4 day class
2026-06-12 09:00 - 2026-06-14 16:00
Day/Date/Time: Friday through Monday: 6/12/2026 through 6/15/2026. This class meets for four days.
Friday through Sunday 9 am to 4 pm, and Monday 12:30 – 3:30 pm.
Description: Learn to weave on a multi-shaft loom in one (long) weekend. Class is a combination of lecture and weaving. The class covers yarn selection and preparation (winding a warp), dressing the loom (attaching the warp to the loom), reading a pattern, weaving and finishing. From one warp you will weave a sampler experimenting with different patterns.
Required supplies/equipment/books: Socks or slippers to wear while weaving (bare feet are fine, but you will not wear shoes while weaving).
Class fee includes: Loom usage, yarn for the class project, a comprehensive workbook, a take-home weaving toolbox filled with all the “extras” that a weaver needs plus access to the instructional videos for two weeks following the class. No additional supplies or books are required.
Prerequisite: None
Pre-Class Prep: You will find it helpful to read weaving magazines – current and back issues. Even if what you are reading raises more questions, persevere! Write down your questions and we will work to answer them in class. Mindfully begin to notice fabric – how woven fabric differs from knit fabric, how colors work together (or not!). Notice upholstery fabrics, clothes in your closet or on racks at the store. The more you think like a weaver, the more you will BE a weaver. Prior to class, please watch the video links that will be emailed to you, plus this video about knots for weavers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9IdCn89gfM&t=24s
Instructor: Su Hatfield
Maximum: 5 students
Fee: $350.00
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Knit a Sweater with Karrie, week 7 of 8
2026-06-13 11:30 - 13:00
Day/Date/Time: Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Class 7: Join shoulders, pick up and knit sleeves, bind off
Homework: Finish and block your sweater

Learn to Weave in a Weekend - 4 day class
2026-06-15 12:30 - 15:30
Day/Date/Time: Friday through Monday: 6/12/2026 through 6/15/2026. This class meets for four days.
Friday through Sunday 9 am to 4 pm, and Monday 12:30 – 3:30 pm.
Description: Learn to weave on a multi-shaft loom in one (long) weekend. Class is a combination of lecture and weaving. The class covers yarn selection and preparation (winding a warp), dressing the loom (attaching the warp to the loom), reading a pattern, weaving and finishing. From one warp you will weave a sampler experimenting with different patterns.
Required supplies/equipment/books: Socks or slippers to wear while weaving (bare feet are fine, but you will not wear shoes while weaving).
Class fee includes: Loom usage, yarn for the class project, a comprehensive workbook, a take-home weaving toolbox filled with all the “extras” that a weaver needs plus access to the instructional videos for two weeks following the class. No additional supplies or books are required.
Prerequisite: None
Pre-Class Prep: You will find it helpful to read weaving magazines – current and back issues. Even if what you are reading raises more questions, persevere! Write down your questions and we will work to answer them in class. Mindfully begin to notice fabric – how woven fabric differs from knit fabric, how colors work together (or not!). Notice upholstery fabrics, clothes in your closet or on racks at the store. The more you think like a weaver, the more you will BE a weaver. Prior to class, please watch the video links that will be emailed to you, plus this video about knots for weavers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9IdCn89gfM&t=24s
Instructor: Su Hatfield
Maximum: 5 students
Fee: $350.00
