June 16 - 1PM to 4:30PM
Steeking and Knitting in the Round
The rumors are true - Icelanders knit everything in the round and they fearlessly steek their cardigans but cringe at the thought of knitting a whole garment back and forth. This class covers the principles behind knitting in the round both using DPN's and the Magic Loop method. Two methods of steeking are covered, including the conventional one using a sewing machine (demonstration using a ready sewn sample) and the increasingly popular crochet method. Examples and tips on finishing are included.
Techniques covered: German twisted cast on, Continental knit and Norwegian purl (optional for practice), connecting in the round, managing DPN's, Magic Loop for small diameters, steek with a sewing machine, crochet steek, finishing techniques.
June 17th - 1PM to 4:30PM
Tunisian Crochet Reinvented
Tunisian crochet is on the rise again. This time novel techniques such as lace patterns and design are allowed for a greater variation in designs. The test piece for this class is a two colored wristwarmer worked in the round using a Tunisian crohet hook with a long flexible cord. Participants will get an insight into the possibilities of using Tunisan crochet as design elements in knitting projects.
Techniques covered: Casting on, estimating size, Tunisian simple stitch, Tunisian purl stitch, seed stitch pattern, working in the round with one or two colors, binding off.
Each workshop will be held at our Conference Room teaching center at 860 Broad Street, Emmaus.
Each workshop is strictly limited to 12 participants.
Each workshop cost $60 if paid by May 31st, $65 thereafter.