Annetarsia : a fresh approach to intarsia knitting
| Instructor: Anne Berk | Class Capacity: 25 | |||
| Class Level: All Levels |
Description ~ Annetarsia : a fresh approach to intarsia knitting
Expand your horizons to conquer non-stranded color knitting. Learn ways to manage multiple yarn supplies, read colorwork charts, and to deal efficiently with the ends. Confidently link the yarns between sections to create a flat, single layer of stockinette where YOU control the color, and make beautiful motifs.
Annetarsia: Intarsia "in the round" (ITR)
| Instructor: Anne Berk | Class Capacity: 25 | |||
| Class Level: Intermediate |
Description ~ Annetarsia: Intarsia "in the round" (ITR)
Knit intarsia in the round (ITR), with no visible seam. Learn techniques to manage yarn supplies, bury ends, and read charts when working in the round with non-stranded colorwork.
Perfect Edgings: Necklines and Collars
| Instructor: Anne Berk | Class Capacity: 25 | |||
| Class Level: All welcome |
Description ~ Perfect Edgings: Necklines and Collars
Necklines frame the face, and are a focal point of any sweater. Multiple neckline options from simple to more complex will be covered, for V-neck, boat neck, scoop neck, crew neck, and collared necklines which will give your garments a professional appearance.
Argyle Socks
| Instructor: Anne Berk | Class Capacity: 25 | |||
| Class Level: All Levels |
Description ~ Argyle Socks
Argyle socks are associated with the Scottish culture since 1500, but they took America by storm post-WWII. Popularity waxes and wanes, but this traditional patterning never has completely gone away. Modern yarns and knitting needles are taking the argyle into the 21st century, and this is a great used for those Mini-skeins you are accumulating! Argyles are also an ideal medium for practicing intarsia technique, and have a universal and timeless appeal.
Teddy Bear Sweater - Finishing Fun!
| Instructor: Anne Berk | Class Capacity: 25 | |||
| Class Level: All welcome |
Description ~ Teddy Bear Sweater - Finishing Fun!
Knitting is fun, but finishing is where magic happens and a project comes together. Learn the fundamentals while putting together a sweater to fit a teddy bear! You will knit the back, fronts and one sleeve, to prepare. In class, we will learn 2 ways to do shoulder seams, knit one sleeve from the top down, pick up stitches for button bands, make buttonholes, and create invisible seams to assemble an adorable sweater.
Gauge Masters
| Instructor: Anne Berk | Class Capacity: 25 | |||
| Class Level: All welcome |
Description ~ Gauge Masters
You know the importance of stitch gauge to manage the fit and size of a garment, but do you know how to gain and use that knowledge? This class will give you tips to efficiently knit and accurately measure your gauge swatches to reveal their secrets for successful knitting results. You will knit swatches and compare your results with classmates to see how gauge differs from knitter to knitter. Learn how to use gauge to calculate the amount of yarn needed for any section of your project. Stitch, row and yarn gauges will all be covered, using multiple weights of yarn and different sized needles. It is fun, and you will be amazed at how much you will learn in the process of swatching!
Blocking and Care of Handknits
| Instructor: Anne Berk | Class Capacity: 25 | |||
| Class Level: All welcome |
Description ~ Blocking and Care of Handknits
Blocking and care of hand-knits is key to maintaining their appearance, fit and lifespan. This class covers various methods of washing and blocking different fibers. Topics to be discussed include tools and tricks to make blocking efficient, space considerations, the effect of water and soap on fiber, allergies and sensitivities, how to work around interested children and pets, and methods to store hand-knits after blocking.