Norwegian stranded color work is all about tension. In this class, you will learn the basics of Norwegian-style stranded knitting in the round from expert Nordic knitters ARNE & CARLOS, who will show you the easiest and most relaxing way to hold the needles and yarns. They will teach you important techniques and tricks that will help you achieve perfect colourwork tension while keeping all your stitches even and beautiful, in true Norwegian style!
Arne & Carlos – Norwegian Stranded Color Work Knitting – LIMITED SEATING
Overview
Skills learned
Level of Experience:
Basic knitting skills needed. Participants should be able to knit (no purling in this class). This project is good for inexperienced, intermediate, and advanced knitters.
Format
Lecture and hands-on learning
Workshop Fee
$60.00
Location
Encinitas Community Center, 118
Length of Class
3 hours
Supplies Needed
Yarn:
1 ball (50 grams) of ROWAN Norwegian Wool, Ribbon Red 018
1 ball (50 grams) of ROWAN Norwegian Wool, Cloud Dancer 014
OR any two other contrasting colors of your choice.
Knitting Needles:
1 set of 5 DPNs size 3mm (U.S. size 3)
1 crochet hook size 3mm (U.S. size D-3) for the hanging loop
NOTE on NEEDLES: This class is taught using DPNs but attendees can also opt to use a long circular needle for magic loop or 2 short circular needles if they prefer.
Other Supplies: Wool or polyester stuffing
Items Included
Homework
Number of Participants
30
Guild Business Meeting
Show and Share
How to Register
Due to the anticipated demand we are limiting class registrations to a maximum of two of ARNE & CARLOS classes per SDNCKG member. If you are interested in attending more than 2 classes, then your name will be put on a waiting list for the additional classes. If a workshop is not sold out by March 1st, then the remaining seats will be made available to those on the waiting list in the order received.
Details
Venue
Encinitas Community Center
1140 Oakcrest Park Dr
Encinitas, CA 92024
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Organizer
Theresa Kotanchek, Willa Cather