Beginning Colorwork with Karel Chan - Sun, Jan 12, 12-2pm
Join us as we welcome the amazing Karel Chan to teach us all about colorwork knitting!
Always wanted to learn stranded colorwork but feel intimidated? We’ll cover how to read colorwork charts, knitting with both hands (it’s a real game changer!), catching floats, and how to manage tension so you don’t end up with a bunchy ol’ mess.
About the instructor:
Karel Chan, of KC Knitting Co, is a local knitting designer and full-time mental health therapist. Incorporating mindfulness and mental wellness concepts into her designs and teaching, she invites you to find grounding in your craft and feel empowered to continually grow as a maker and creative.
Cost: $60 for one 2-hour session.
Required Skills:
Recommended for knitters who are comfortable and self-directed in basic knitting skills. Pre-class homework is required (see below).
Required Materials:
PATTERN:
Pattern is not included in class price. Please click here to visit the pattern page on
Ravelry and purchase your copy of Tenderwood Hat Deux by Karel Chan.
SIZING:
1, 2, 3
Finished circumference:
19, 21, 22.5”/ 49, 53, 57cm
Length from top of brim to crown:
7”/ 18cm
Brim options:
Short (beanie style): 1.75”/ 4.5cm brim length
Long (folded, watch cap style): 4”/ 10cm brim length
YARN:
DK weight yarn as follows:
MC (brim options below)
Short brim: 99 yds / 91m
Long brim: 169 yds / 155m
CC (fabric texture options below)
Stockinette: 42 yds / 39m
Texture: 56 yds / 51m
Stated yardage includes enough yarn to make a 4” x 4” / 10cm x 10cm swatch.
NEEDLES:
-US 6/4.00mm, or size needed to obtain gauge, 16-20”/40-50cm, and DPNs for crown
decreases
-US 5/3.75mm, or 1 size smaller than main needle, 16-20”/40-50cm or DPNs, for brim
ribbing
OTHER TOOLS:
Stitch markers, tapestry needle
You may bring your own materials to class or if you wish to purchase prior to the start of the first class, you will receive a 10% discount on materials, excluding patterns.
Pre-Class Homework:
Please purchase the pattern and complete the brim before class so you’ll be ready to
start the colorwork.
Class Date: Sunday, January 12, 2025 from 12:00-2:00pm
Instructor: Karel Chan
Location: Knotty Lamb
Class sizes are limited so enroll soon.
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Fine Print: Classes must be paid in full to reserve your spot. Classes that do not fill up may be cancelled and refunds will be given. Classes are non-refundable within 30 days prior to the workshop/class date. A 50% refund is granted if you cancel more than 30 days prior to the class date. No refunds will be given for missed classes.