Mosaic Sweater - Hey Sailor! - Sundays, October 13 & 27, 12-2pm
Join us as we learn about mosaic sweater knitting while making popular Hey Sailor! sweater by Andrea Mowry! Choose cropped or full-length and substitute any fingering weight yarn to make this sweater unique to you!
From the designer: Hey Sailor is a cute summer top, ready to do double duty in your travel wardrobe! Wear buttons in the back for a sweet top paired with high-waisted trousers, or buttons in the front over your favorite summer dress. This cardigan is worked flat from the bottom up and can be knit to either a full or cropped length. The shoulders are shaped with short rows and finished using the 3 needle bind off. The sleeves & button band are then picked up from the body and knit.
Skill Level: Advanced beginner knitting skills required. Must be comfortable knitting, purling, working basic increases and decreases, and working in the round. Previous sweater experience is not required.
Cost: $65 for two, 2-hour sessions
Location: Knotty Lamb
Recommended Materials:
PATTERN
For this class we will be using the pattern Hey Sailor! by Andrea Mowry. Pattern is NOT included in class price. Please click here to purchase your copy.
YARN REQUIREMENTS
SIZES
1 (2, 3, 4)(5, 6, 7)(8, 9, 10, 11)
#sizeinclusive
FINISHED CHEST CIRCUMFERENCE
32.25 (35, 40, 42.75)(47.75, 50.5, 55.5)(60.75, 63.25, 68.5, 71)”
Intended to be worn with approx. 4 - 8”/10 - 20.5 cm positive ease. Sample shown in size 3 Cropped with approx. 6”/15 cm positive ease on a 5’5”/165 cm tall woman.
YARN REQUIREMENTS
These are just approximations. Total yarn usage will depend on the yarn you use (fiber content, ply, etc.), your personal gauge, and any modifications you may make. Visit pattern page for more information.
Fingering Weight in 2 Contrasting Colors
CROPPED LENGTH
MC - 527 (593, 677, 745)(859, 938, 1061)(1195, 1289, 1425, 1480) yds
CC - 274 (319, 365, 401)(462, 505, 548)(643, 694, 767, 797) yds
FULL LENGTH
MC - 600 (671, 767, 822)(965, 1051, 1185)(1331, 1431, 1579, 1639) yds
CC - 322 (361, 413, 453)(520, 548, 638)(716, 770, 822, 883) yds
SUGGESTED NEEDLES
Main Fabric: US 3/3.25 mm - 32-40”/80-100 cm circular (2 sets for 3 Needle BO)
Ribbing: US 1/2.25 mm - 32-40”/80-100 cm circular and preferred needles for small circumference knitting for armholes and collar.
(Use the needle size you need to achieve gauge, going down two US sizes for the ribbing.)
NOTIONS
-2 stitch markers
-Buttons as follows: 9 (9, 9, 9)(9, 9, 10)(10, 10, 10, 10) (cropped) to 11 (11, 11, 11)(11, 11, 12)(12, 12, 12, 12) (full length) - 5/8”/15 mm buttons
-Sewing needle & matching thread to attach buttons
-Tapestry needle
-Spare needle
-Stitch holders or waste yarn to hold stitches
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.
Class Dates: Sundays, October 13 & 27, 2024 from 12-2pm
Instructor: Kerry Elenitoba-Johnson
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.