4-6 Lancaster Yarn Shop
Latvian mitten cuffs are unique, beautiful, and incorporate techniques not normally found in conventional knitting patterns. In this class, three techniques will be practiced which students can apply to mitten cuffs or sock tops, or sweater sleeve cuffs: a scalloped garter stitch edge, the twisted garter edge, and biased “ribbing”. Information about Latvian mittens will be discussed: the history of Latvia mitten knitting, other design details used such as braids, the waste-yarn (“afterthought” thumb), and pointed-tip shaping. Instructions are included in the handout for making all the cuffs into wrist warmers, fingerless mitts, or mittens. There is more info here!
May
Lusekofte Sampler
15-18 Beth’s Spring Vermont Retreat: The Norwegian Setesdal Lusekofte
The classic Norwegian Setesdal Lusekofte, or lice jacket, emerged during the early 19th century. This garment is characterized by white ribbing and lower body, turning into black background on the upper body with white patterning called lus (lice) for the little white stitches which stand alone. A small sweater will be knitted in class, circularly, utilizing several 2-color traditional motifs. The drop shoulder armholes and the front neck will be sewn and cut. Fabric will be traditionally embroidered by the student and applied to the neck and cuffs. Other techniques to be learned include knitting with a yarn in each hand, the Norwegian purl, weaving stranded knitting, and knitting self -facings. A short slide show may be included.
Length: 2 days (12 hours)
The Norwegian Setesdal Lusekofte
Level: Intermediate (Experience with double-pointed needles and sewing skills are helpful.)
Homework: None.
We will create miniature sweaters learning techniques used in this traditional, classic garment. You can download the flyer about the retreats below.
August
24 to Sept. 7: Beth’s Vacation
Estonian Roositud Mitt
September
25- October 6 Come join our group of knitters to explore the north of Italy, Milan, and Venice, good food, excited knitters,
Plus a day trip to Switzerland, a cooking class, and of course a knitting class and project! We’ll learn about the gorgeous Estonian technique of Roosimine, knitting fingerless mitts. (See this page!)
We will begin in Milan, meet a designer, and get oriented. Taking a coach to the beautiful Como Lake area, we’ll enjoy the scenery and meeting with Italians.
Then on to Venice-a magical place, full of piazzas, cathedrals, shops, restaurants, and more.
The North Halland Pullover
October
The VT Retreat Flyer
30-November 7 Beth’s Autumn Vermont Retreat: The Swedish North Halland Red and Black Pullover I spent several weeks in Scandinavia researching 19th-century garments, and this North Halland Pullover was one of the garments I was focused on. I love the details and the motifs used in these garments that were knitted for pay.
November
17-December 4 The Cruise through the Panama Canal (See this page) Contact Craft cruises.com by filling out the intake form here. You will be contacted by the staff. You can also read about this cruise here. These cruises are so much fun! I have been cruising with Craft Cruises since 2002 and I love it! I will be teaching four classes on this cruise:
Swedish Twined Knitted Mitts
Peruvian Chullo Puntas
Finnish Mitts with Fringe
Gansey Sampler
