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Learn the basics of adding beads to your knitting. We'll make a small project using each of the three main methods for adding beads. Bring a fingering weight (sock) yarn and appropriate needles. $25 class cost includes $5 materials fee
Learn the basics of three types of two-color knitting: mosaic (also called slip stitch), intarsia, and stranded. We'll make a cup sleeve using the three techniques, touch on chart reading, and if there is time, talk about your next color work project . To sign up, e-mail Edith at edith@mossbrookfiberarts.com. Level: Advanced Beginner or above … Continue reading Intro to Color Work
Brioche Knitting makes a wonderfully squishy cloth that is toasty warm. You’ll learn the basic single-color version and start a hot mat. Once you are comfortable with basic brioche, we’ll try two colors on the hot mat. Then we’ll talk about some of the next steps in Brioche, such as in the round, and maybe … Continue reading Introduction to Brioche Knitting
Magic Loop is a great way to knit small items like socks, sleeves, and mittens in the round. Many people find it easier to learn than double pointed needles. I will provide a pattern for a newborn baby hat, but bring your own small circumference pattern if you prefer. Bring dk weight yarn (or yarn for your pattern) … Continue reading Magic Loop
Learn to do two color knitting while creating a stranded color work project. Bring your own pattern, or use the hat pattern I will provide. Bring yarn for your pattern or three different colors of a worsted weight yarn and appropriate needles (16” circular for the hat). You will learn to read a chart, maintain tension, keep colors … Continue reading Stranded Colorwork