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Faina Goberstein – Designer Edgings Transformation

Thursday, March 7, 2024 @ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Overview

Have you ever thought about knitting your favorite sweater again and making some simple changes to bring the look from the ordinary to spectacular? Learn how to substitute the trims along the hemline, sleeves, neckline, and front edges using something interesting and compatible with the main texture of a garment.

There is so much to explore! Knitwear designer Faina Goberstein in her designs is always looking for some attractive accents that make the project unique and sophisticated. She will share her finishing techniques on executing new trims for the best look. You will think as a co-designer of your sweater while you discuss a new version of an existing design.

In this class, you will use your homework swatches and provided handout to stir your creativity

Skills learned

Level of Experience:

Experienced knitter who has made a few sweaters.

Format

Lecture and hands-on learning, via Zoom

Workshop Fee

$30.00

Location

Virtual

Length of Class

3 Hours

Supplies Needed

  • Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in two coordinating colors, one ball each
  • Knitting Needles: US #5, 6, 7, and 8
  • Crochet Hook: Size G
  • Notions: Locking markers
  • Completed Homework Swatches

Items Included

Homework

Make the following two swatches.

Swatch #1:
With worsted-weight yarn and size US 7 or US 8 needle (one that makes a fabric that you like—not too firm, with a nice drape!), cast on 42 stitches.

Next row (RS row): k1 (keep this edge st in Stockinette St: knit RS, purl WS), work textured pattern (see below) over 40 pts, place marker, k1 (keep this edge st in Stockinette St).

Work even as established until you swatch is approximately square. Bind off.

Textured Pattern: Multiple of 4 sts
Rows 1 and 2: * k2, p2; rep from *.
Rows 3 and 4: * p2, k2; rep from *.
Repeat rows 1-4.

Swatch #2:
In worsted-weight yarn, work one swatch in a pattern of your choice, final swatch at least 6” x 6”.

Bring remaining yarn and the needles you used for the swatch to class.

Number of Participants

29

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Details

Thursday, March 7, 2024
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Venue

Zoom

Organizer

Theresa Kotanchek, Willa Cather