Course Description: Learn the fascinating Swedish technique of Color Tvåändsstickning, or twined knitting, a technique developed in Sweden in the 1600s, which creates a denser, warmer fabric structure than stranded knitting. Working in the round, students will knit one of a pair of mittens (choose from three sizes) to learn the three different techniques of working […]
Month: September 2015
Gansey Fingerless Mitts
Class Description: Ganseys are the traditional British fisherman’s sweater from the 19th century. Students will learn traditional Gansey techniques by knitting one of a pair of fingerless mitts. The instructions include two sizes: Womens’ medium and women’s large. Begin with the classic Channel Island Cast-on and a garter stitch welt that overlaps under the wrist. […]
The Cowichan-Inspired Pullover (1 day)
Class Description: On Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada, the Coast Salish people developed this V-necked, shawl-collared garment after learning of knitting through Europeans who visited their area. The Salish prefer motifs that reflect the natural world (whales, birds, etc.) as well as geometric motifs. These pullover sweaters, still handspun by some people, are knitted in the round on […]
The Cowichan-Inspired Cardigan (2 days)
Length: 12 hours (2 days) Level: Intermediate to advanced- must be experienced at reading charts and using double-pointed needles. Class Description: On Vancouver Island in British Columbia, the Coast Salish people developed this V-necked, shawl-collared garment after learning of knitting through Europeans who visited their area. The Salish prefer motifs that reflect the natural world (whales, birds, […]