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Corkscrew Mittens	Stitch + Stash	Sock Seminar	Unventions
Daring Double Cables	Tube Scarf	Brioche Rosetta Stone	Figure Flattering Sweater
		Modular Knitting

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Figure Flattering Sweater -Debra M. Lee Sweaters come in different shapes and sizes and so do we. The sweater pictured on a pattern often looks great on the model but will it look good on you? Learn which sweater shapes and their design elements will enhance your figure's assets while minimizing its challenges. In this workshop, you will create a schematic of your figure's proportions/silhouette, learn how to identify sweater styles that flatter your figure's silhouette and learn which pattern measurements are key to a flattering fit for your figure. Prerequisite: Completion of at least one adult sweater. SKILL LEVEL: Completion of at least one adult sweater HOMEWORK: None MATERIALS FEE: $0 SUPPLIES TO BRING:  Come to class wearing fitted clothing - a tank top is perfect - so that accurate measurements can be taken. Bring a 1/2" or 1" belt that fits around your waist, a writing pencil for note taking, ruler or straight edge and a flexible tape measure.

Knit a Tube, Make a Flat Scarf -Debra M. Lee Learn how to transform a knit-in-the-round tube into a flat scarf. Knit a tube for 5" to 7" following the homework instructions. Bring your tube to class and together with Debra, you will work a special bind-off, cut the tube and drop sets of stitches to make a light and airy fringed scarf. Blocking the scarf and adding beads to the fringe will be covered. SKILL LEVEL: Beginner HOMEWORK: Use 50 grams of sock/fingering weight yarn of wool and nylon, preferably not self-striping; size 7 - 29" circular needles and; removable/open stitch markers. Gauge is not very important for this scarf; about 5 stitches/inch. Using size 7 circular needles, cast on 125 stitches using the long tail cast-on method. NOTE: Please use the long-tail cast-on method because other methods will NOT unravel in the same manner as dropped stitches -- also leave a long yarn end. If your cast-on row tends to be tight, cast on using a larger circular needle, e.g., size 8 or 9 and change to size 7 needles to start Round 1. Join into the round, being careful not to twist the stitches around the needle. Place a marker on the needle between the first and last stitches to mark the beginning of the round. Rounds 1 - 3: purl. Rounds 4 - 7: knit. Repeat Rounds 1 - 7 for pattern. Continue in pattern until the piece measures slightly stretched at 5-7", end on round 6 of the pattern. Keep the tube on the circular needle attached to the skein, do NOT bind off. MATERIALS FEE: $0 SUPPLIES TO BRING:  Bring your knitted tube on the circular needle, removable/open stitch markers, sharp scissors and if your bind-off tends to be tight, size 8 or 9 - 29" circular needles.

Modular Knitting -Debra M. Lee Popularized by Ginger Luter's Module Magic and Vivian Hoxbro's Domino Knitting, modular knitting is easy, fun and portable. Learn how to knit modular squares and triangles together by making a sample in class. Take home a scarf pattern to get you started. It's a great way to use up leftover yarns. Prerequisite: Must be able to cast on/off, knit, purl, increase and decrease. SKILL LEVEL:  Easy HOMEWORK:  None MATERIALS FEE: $0 SUPPLIES TO BRING: Bring coordinated colors of smooth, medium/worsted weight yarn, corresponding double-pointed needles, a ruler or stitch gauge, and removable stitch markers.

Unventions - Jolie Elder Learn some bizarre and obscure tips and tricks. Class includes trapped bind off (allows you to bind off at the end of the row), faux crab stitch (worked with dpns), unusual way to work left and right cross, scalloped cast-on for 2x2 ribbing, loop attachment for beads, and increase hidden behind a cable. SKILL LEVEL:  Intermediate HOMEWORK:  None MATERIALS FEE: $0 SUPPLIES TO BRING:  A plain, non-splitting yarn in a light enough color that you can see what you are doing. Worsted-weight is a good choice because it is large enough to work easily and to see what you are doing.  Select a plain yarn rather than variegated.  In a nutshell, yarn that you can learn with happily and easily.  One skein will be more than enough. Needles to work with chosen yarn including dpns or cable needles A little waste yarn

Brioche Rosetta Stone- Jolie Elder Knit-below stitches, brioche stitches, Shaker knitting, and Estonian patent stitches are kissing cousins. Students will practice both methods of making brioche fabrics and produce identical fabrics using disparate methods. They will also learn special techniques for making double brioche fabrics easier to work. SKILL LEVEL: Should know knit, purl, slip and yarn over. HOMEWORK: .Experience with the column pattern from Elise Duvekot Knit One Below: One Stitch, Many Fabrics, is advantageous, but not required. MATERIALS FEE: $0 SUPPLIES TO BRING:  A plain, non-splitting yarn in a 2 contrasting colors that you can see what you are doing. Worsted-weight is a good choice because it is large enough to work easily and to see what you are doing.  Select a plain yarn rather than variegated.  In a nutshell, yarn that you can learn with happily and easily.  One skein of each will be plenty of yarn. Long dpns or circular needles in the size you would typically use to work the chosen yarn and needles in one size smaller and one size larger.

Daring Double Cables - Jolie Elder Abracadabra!  Can you make two-sided stockinette and two-sided reverse stockinette?  How about a reversible Saxon braid?  Learn the secret to making double-sided cables on a reverse stockinette background without purling. SKILL LEVEL: Should already know basic double knitting HOMEWORK: .Experience with a double-knit project (a bookmark or potholder is fine) will be extremely helpful. MATERIALS FEE: $0SUPPLIES TO BRING: A plain, non-splitting yarn in that you can see what you are doing. Worsted-weight is a good choice because it is large enough to work easily and to see what you are doing.  Select a plain yarn rather than variegated.  In a nutshell, yarn that you can learn with happily and easily.  One skein  will be plenty.Long dpns or circular needles in the size you would typically use to work the chosen yarn and needles in one size smaller and one size larger.2 non-slippery short dpns or 2 non-slippery cable needles.

Stitch + Stash = Style - Michelle Hunter Do you have beautiful yarns in your stash that are begging to be knit but you aren't sure what to do with them?  Are you intrigued by the endless number of stitch patterns in reference bgooks?  This is the class for you!  Learn the best way to use a stitch dictionary to complement your stash yarn and create one-of-a-kind pieces.  A fabulous way to use luxury or hand-spun yarn!  This class covers stitch selection, best uses for each yarn, and simple pattern design.  In class you will create a unique cowl pattern using your stash yarn. SKILL LEVEL:  Beginner HOMEWORK:  None MATERIALS FEE: $0 SUPPLIES TO BRING:  Three skeins of yarn are required.  Each skein may range from a DK to an Aran weight and measure approx. 75-100 yards.  Yarns do not have to be the same weight. Needles (circs or straights) in size recommended by the yarn.  One size smaller and larger than the recommended size is helpful as well.  Also, one set of double points is needed. Three stitch holders. Stitch dictionary (option, but helpful).  Copies will be available for classroom use.

Sock Seminar  - Michelle Hunter Take your sock addiction to a new level!  Experienced sock knitters will love this technique filled class.  Topics include sizing, toe and heel selection, cast ons, bind offs, repair work, design and more.  In class students will experiment with the different techniques while learning how best to apply them in future socks.  Leave class armed with lots of sock know-hows and the inspiration to knit better socks. SKILL LEVEL: Experienced Sock Knitting HOMEWORK: None MATERIALS FEE: $0 SUPPLIES TO BRING:  • 50 grams DK weight yarn – smooth and light-colored. • #5 or #6 size needles in preferred style for sock knitting – i.e. double points, two circ or magic loop

Corkscrew Mittens - Michelle Hunter Learn two-handed/two-color knitting while creating beautiful mittens or fingerless mitts.  This technique makes stranded knitting, also known as Fair Isle knitting, a breeze!  This popular pattern also features two-color cables and an afterthought thumb which are also covered in class.  The dizzying pattern only looks complicated and will have you wanting to knit them again and again.  Pair the colors of your favorite team and cheer them on in style! SKILL LEVEL:  Experience with circular knitting and cables - advanced beginner. HOMEWORK: click to download homework MATERIALS FEE: $0 SUPPLIES TO BRING: Main Color (MC) 100g, worsted weight yarn (See Note) Contrasting Color (CC) 50g, worsted weight yarn Size 4 (3.5 mm) AND Size 8 (5mm) needles or size necessary to achieve gauge of 5 stitches to the inch on larger sized needles.  Mitten hands may be knit with double points, two circular knitting method, or magic loop. Size 7 (4.5mm) double point needles for thumb. Cable needle Blunt tip tapestry needle Note:  Yarns that work well are Simplicity or Cascade 220.