Bums and Bellies
Using your measurements and worksheets, we’ll look at how to master the fit of sweater patterns to YOUR body, and what those modifications look like in a simplified form.
By the end of the class, you will have learned:
• How to choose a size
• How to compare your measurements to sweater schematics to understand how a hybrid size can be a solution when your measurements span more than 1 size
• What to do when your weight is carried more in the front or in the back
• What to do when your gauge and pattern gauge don’t agree
• Where and how to place shaping darts to help with the fit
Format: Lecture and hands-on learning
Length of class: 3 hours
Level of experience: Intermediate knitting skills suggested.
Homework: Come to class with a set of measurements that include:
• Upper torso measurement
• Full bust measurement
• Armhole depth
• Natural waist circumference
• Hip circumference at mid-hip
• Bicep circumference
• Wrist circumference
Note: you will receive instructions on how to take these measurements via email prior to the class.
Materials and supplies needed for class:
• Pencil
• Handout modification workbook (this will be provided via email prior to the class)
• Calculator(optional)
• Measurements (described under Homework)
Class Size: 25 maximum
Cost: $30 for members (paid 2025 Guild membership required at time of registration)
How to Register:
Complete the Kim McBrien Evans Workshop Sign Up Form.
If space is available, you will receive a confirmation email from Programs which will include your workshop ID and payment instructions.
Or register and pay in-person at an in-person meeting (check or credit card; debit cards not accepted*). All card payments include a small service fee.
* The Square payment device used for in-person payment cannot accept debit cards that require PIN entry. If your debit card does not require a PIN, you may be able to use it (for a small fee) – but we cannot guarantee debit card acceptance for in-person payments.
Reminder: Checks must be made payable to San Diego North Coast Knitters Guild (payee name must be written out in full.) Please write name and date of the workshop on your check.
Cancellation policy: Please notify us as early as possible if you need to cancel your workshop registration. Refund of the workshop fee requires a cancellation notification at least 48 hours in advance of the workshop. Fees cannot be refunded for cancellations with less than 48 hours advance notice.
Location: Encinitas Community Center, Room 118; location details below.
Learn more about the April 1, 2025 Guild Meeting and Kim’s presentation here.