Crochet Guild of America (CGOA) &
The Knitting Guild Association (TKGA)
Conferences
The Knit & Crochet Show
FAQ
 
How does class pricing work? Can you give some examples?
In advance, class fees are $70 for TKGA/CGOA members and $90 for non-members for each three hours of classes selected up to nine hours; after nine hours, the fees are on a discounted sliding scale (see table below).
  Total Number of Hours of Classes Selected
Class Fees 3 hrs 6 hrs 9 hrs 12 hrs 15 hrs 18 hrs 21 hrs 24 hrs
Member $70 $140 $210 $270 $320 $360 $385 $400
Non-Member $90 $180 $270 $330 $380 $420 $445 $460

On-site class ticket pricing will be $10 more per 3-hour class and $20 more per 6-hour class than during pre-registration.

Class Fee Examples
Note that since materials fees are paid to the teacher at the show, they are not part of these examples.
You are a TKGA or CGOA member and sign up two months before the show for T201C, which runs from 2 pm - 5 pm. This is a three-hour class and you are a member, so the price is $70. If you were a non-member, the same class would cost $90. If you wait to sign up till you're at the show, a non-member pays $100 and a member pays $80. 
 
You are a TKGA or CGOA member and sign up for S300K, which runs from 9 am - 12 pm and 2 pm - 5 pm. This is a six-hour class and you are a member, so the price is $140. If you were a non-member, the same class would cost $180. If you buy your tickets at the show, a member pays $160 and a non-member pays $200.
 
You are a TKGA or CGOA member and sign up for T201C, which runs from 2 pm - 5 pm, and S300K, which runs from 9 am - 12 pm and 2 pm - 5 pm. You have a total of nine hours of classes: three hours for T201C and six hours for S300K. As a member, your class fees total $210. If you were a non-member, these classes would total $270. If you buy your tickets at the show, as a member you will pay $240 and a non-member pays $300.
 
What is a materials fee?
For some classes, a materials fee is listed. This fee covers the cost of materials provided by the teacher in the classroom. This fee is in addition to the ticket cost and should be paid to the teacher in the classroom. Please bring correct change if possible.
 
What is homework?
For some classes, homework is listed. Homework is work that teachers require be completed before your class meets. Contact the teacher or the Knit & Crochet Show Office if you have additional questions about the homework.
 
Should I bring anything in addition to the supplies listed for a class?
In addition to the class supply list, if you have favorite tools, bring them. Scissors, markers, stitch holders, tape measure, hooks and needles in different sizes, support gloves and notetaking materials can be easily tucked in a bag.
 
Can you explain the knit class skill levels?
All skill levels: Everyone welcome to participate! 
 
Beginner: Must be able to cast on, bind off, work simple increases/decreases, cables, yarn overs, how to follow written instructions, know garter, stockinette and basic ribbing stitches.
 
Intermediate: Beginner skills plus be able to work in the round using circular needles and double-pointed needles, to work with 2+ colors, to pick up stitches for necklines and sleeves, to correct knitting errors, be proficient in intarsia (argyle), complex cables, yarn-over patterns, simple seaming and finishing techniques.
 
Advanced: Intermediate skills plus be able to draft and make pattern adjustments, make style changes, knit in a hem, work Fair Isle and stranded knitting, work pocket and border trims including sewing in a zipper and work complex patterns.
 
Can you explain the crochet class skill levels?
All skill levels: Everyone welcome to participate!
 
Beginner: Requires basic skills to create stitches, follow instructions and make simple projects.
 
Intermediate: Beginner skills plus be able to alter patterns and instructions and work out moderately complex projects.
 
Advanced: Intermediate skills plus have many projects completed, desire to learn advanced, professional techniques, have your own design ideas and seek new, challenging techniques and designs.
 
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