Teaching the Mindful Knitter

Patty Lyons wants to empower knitters by teaching you to look at your knitting in a new way.  Become a mindful knitter as Patty will teach you the “why” and not just the “how” in this workshop.  She specializes in sweater design and sharing her love of the much-maligned subjects of gauge and blocking.  Patty teaches nationally at guilds and knitting shows around the country such as Vogue Knitting LIVE and Stitches.  You can find Patty’s designs and knitting skill articles published in Vogue Knitting, Interweave Knits, Knit Purl, Knitter’s Magazine, Cast-On, Twist Collective, and Mason-Dixon Knitting.   She is the author of the best-selling, Patty’s Knitting Bag of Tricks: 70+ Sanity Saving Knitting Hacks and the newest Patty’s Knitting Bag of Tricks: The Official Workbook.  We are excited to host 4 classes that will level up your knitting knowledge! 

 

Build a Better Fabric

We know how to knit, but do we know how to build a perfect fabric?  You may have the basic skills to knit, but in this class, you will explore ways to improve your knitting technique by looking at the most important fundamentals, like the job of the left needle tip and the right needle shaft, stitch sizing, and even the correct exit path of your stitch.  Learn how to better control your gauge and about alternative ways to tension your yarn when working with stiff or slippery yarn.  If you feel like you are always 3 needle sizes off from a pattern, or have inconsistent gauge, or are just unhappy with your finished fabric, this is the class for you.  All skill levels are welcome in this class.

K371 Mar. 29 (Sat.) 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.          $70.00 THIS CLASS IS FULL

No refunds or store credit for class cancellations after March 8 unless we find a replacement for you.

 

The Long and Short of It: Comparing Short Rows

Short rows are an amazing addition to your knitting toolbox.  They can change the shape of a garment, make wedges, even turn your knitting into a three-dimensional object.  But there’s more than one way to work that magic.  We will explore five short row methods: The wrap and turn, yarnover, Japanese, German, and Twin stitch.  We will discuss why you might use one method over another.  We will explore how to make this decision not only based on your pattern, but what type of knitter you are.  And with all my classes, you will walk away not memorizing, but seeing, because you understand the why!  In other words, we’ll explore the long and short of it!  You must know how to cast on, knit, purl, bind off, and work these in a pattern without supervision.  Knowledge of one short row method is helpful but not required.

K372  Mar. 29 (Sat.) 1:30-4:30 p.m.     $70.00 THIS CLASS IS FULL!

No refunds or store credit for class cancellations after March 8 unless we find a replacement for you.

 

Fix It: Knitwear Repairs & Alterations

Discover the joys of fixing your knitting when it’s on and off the needles.  We will explore fixes to lace pattern stitches, and color work, and delve deep into duplicate stitch repairs.  We’ll also discover that a pair of scissors can be a knitter’s best friend when we cut our knitting.  Learn how to shorten and lengthen your knitwear in both stockinette and pattern stitches.  Best of all, learn the world’s best way to fix a hole in your knitting!  Learn to repair your beloved hand knit socks and never throw out a moth-eaten sweater again!  This is an advanced class, and you should be comfortable picking up a dropped stitch and basic unknitting.

K373 Mar. 30 (Sun.) 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.         $70.00  THIS CLASS IS FULL

No refunds or store credit for class cancellations after March 8 unless we find a replacement for you.

 

Patty’s Knitting Bag of Tricks

There are so many wonderful knitting tricks that make our lives better.  Over the years of knitting and teaching I’ve accumulated quite a few fantastic tricks.  I love it when I’m teaching a class, and a student declares “I love that tip!”.  So, I’ve decided to dig into my knitting bag of tricks and put them all in one class.  From how to do a better SSK, make matching size Yos, to how to avoid the gap at the end of a bind off, how to tighten your first stitch, how to make better neck divides, and more.  Get ready to find your new favorite knitting tricks!  This is an intermediate knitting class, and you must know how to cast on, knit, purl, bind off, increase, and decrease without supervision.

K374 Mar. 30 (Sun.) 1:30-4:30 p.m.     $70.00 THIS CLASS IS FULL

No refunds or store credit for class cancellations after March 8 unless we find a replacement for you.

 

WEAVING KROKBRAGD WITH DEBBY GREENLAW (AN ONLINE WEAVING CLASS)

Krokbragd weaving is a traditional Norwegian weft-faced twill weaving technique in which the warp is completely covered.  The fabric is sturdy and dense and ideal for rugs, wall hangings, and table linens.   It is a wonderful way to get creative with color while still maintaining symmetry and form in a woven structure.

Over 3 days, you will learn about the history, structure, and common motifs of Krokbragd.  Debby Greenlaw, author of  2 books  Krokbragd: How to Design & Weave and Krokbragd Patterns, will share tips for color and yarn selection, selvage management, and finishing techniques.  You will weave a Krokbragd sampler and learn about what makes this unique weave structure so much fun to do-- all in the comfort of your own home!  You can use any loom that allows you to weave with a minimum of 3 shafts or the ability to make 3 different sheds.  Your class fee includes all the yarn needed for your class, shipped in time for you to have your loom dressed and ready for the first day of the online zoom class.

W61  April 4-6 (Fri.-Sun.) 9:00 a.m. CST 3 days               $200.00 (includes yarn pack)

 LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW!

No refunds or store credit for cancellations after Mar. 14 unless we find a replacement for you.

 

Please note:  

·         All class enrollments must include payment.

·         Students must be 16 years or older to sign up for classes unless they are specifically kids classes.

·         Yarn Barn will cancel a class 3 days prior to class start if the enrollment is below the minimum number; refunds will be issued.

·         Unless noted, materials are not included in the class fee; we have a recommended list of supplies for each class.

·         Students will receive a discount off most yarns during the class period.

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