KnitFest Sat Sept 29th info

Hi everyone,

Fall is right around the corner so it’s time for KnitFest. This workshop is full of exciting techniques to learn as both Kate Atherley and Glenna C will be returning to Collingwood for another sensational visit.  

We have maintained the same pricing as last time $87.00 + HST. Lunch is provided and goodie bags will be supplied.

Choose from one morning class and one afternoon class.

Since Grey Heron has expanded their space, the workshop will be held @ 66 Pine St. Collingwood

Saturday September 29, 2012       9:30am to 4:30pm

The workshop participation has been limited to 24. Please register early so you don’t miss out on your choices.

Call with your credit card number or stop in at your earliest convenience.

Happy Knitting,

Karen Farmilo    705-444-0370 

Class description as follows:  

Knit Faster... Continental Knitting - morning

Continental knitting is arguably a faster method of knitting as it minimizes the number of motions in creating a stitch. It is also a handy skill to be comfortable with in order to make colour work stranded / Fair Isle knitting a bit speedier with a more even tension.  But maybe even more exciting is to give your hands a bit of a different motion to help ward off repetitive strain.  We will look at the differences between picking and throwing your yarn, and how to maneuver the yarn overs and increases and decreases.

Skills required: you must already know how to knit for this class ... this class will focus on teaching you a new style or two to get you stitching faster but assumes you already can successfully work the basic stitches

Please bring or buy a worsted weight yarn and needles. (Probably about 4.5mm)
Instructor – Kate Atherley

Steeks Don't Scare Me! – morning

Do you want to take your colour-work knitting to the next level? Do you want to hone your stranded colour-work skills and delve into the world of the courageous skill of steeking? We'll practice different methods of reinforcement and learn about the do's and don'ts of this fabulous technique. Come learn all about steeks, when we cut up our knitting on purpose! You too can cut your knitting with confidence!

Required skills:
Must be comfortable working in the round
Helpful to have some experience with 2 stranded knitting ...knit stitches both English style (in the right hand) and Continental style (in the left hand).
There will be homework for this class: When you register for this class the homework will be given to you...either in person or by email.  You will need to set aside about an hour or two to complete homework

--Please bring: Stitch markers, Tapestry needle,  Sharp sewing scissors

Instructor – Glenna C

Let's Twist Again ! - Twisted Stitches & Traveling Cables - afternoon

There is so much you can do with those perfect, tight, defined twisted stitches.  join us to learn: What twisted stitches (ktbl) are and how they can be used differently from regular knit stitches; How to use twisted stitches in cables and twists to make sts travel in beautiful patterns; How to work these twisted cables with AND without a cable needle!

Please bring:
*worsted weight wool (ex. Cascade 220,) and needles for working small circumferences in the round (DPNs, Magic Loop Length, 2 circs)- a range of sizes 3.75mm - 5.0mm you are looking for needles sized so you would normally use to get 5 sts/inch over stockinette, plus two sizes smaller.
*stitch markers, cable needles
Instructor – Glenna C

The Perfect Fit: Size, Fit & Altering Patterns - afternoon

This class will teach you the skills you need to ensure your knitted garments are flattering and well-fitting. We will show you how to decide on size options - and set you well along the way to a successful and flattering sweater project. We will explain how to read sizing tables and schematics. We'll show you how to measure yourself. And most importantly, we'll explain garment fit, including demystifying terms like "negative ease". Come on in to explore how to adapt and alter existing patterns, to obtain the best fit for your shape. We'll discuss what to do to find a pattern for that perfect yarn and how to go about adapting that commercial pattern you love that does not have quite the right size for you.

--Please bring paper, pencil, calculator and a tape measure. If you've got a specific pattern you want to work with, bring that too.

Instructor – Kate Atherley