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Evelyn Clark
Designing Lace Triangles
Based on the book Knitting Lace Triangles, this workshop focuses on
designing a triangle by using any or all of the four lace stitches in
the book.
The class includes:
1. reading lace on charts and on the needle
2. review of definitions
3. two splices to join any type of yarn
4. measuring wraps-per-inch to track knitting style
5. how to plan a design and look at stitch patterns
6. three provisional cast-ons
7. techniques for combining stitch patterns
8. alternatives for edging, including adding beads and picots
9. elastic cast-off, finishing and blocking
During the class, students can begin to chart, outline, and/or knit
their triangle. Information also is included on how triangles can be
turned into squares, how texture can be added to a design, and how stitch
dictionaries can be used to continue the journey.
The class is appropriate for intermediate-level knitters who are
willing to read charts and explore lace patterns.
Six hour class
Materials fee for the book, Knitting Lace Triangles
Galina Khmeleva
Introduction To The Basic Elements & Pattern Designs Of Orenburg Lace
Mouseprint, cat's paw, honeycomb... these are but three of the ten basic
elements that form the basis of Orenburg's knitted lace, combinations
of which result in the near-mystical pattern designs that evolve into
Orenburg lace shawls and scarves. In this class, Galina will introduce
students to the basic elements, border and corner preparation, grafting
method(s)...all in preparation to render each student capable of knitting
their own heir-loom shawl.
Three hour class
$3.00 materials fee
Intarsia Lace Design Strategies
Do you welcome a knitting challenge? Are you ready to take your lace knitting to the next level? Then join lace knitter extraordinaire Galina A. Khmeleva, author of Gossamer Webs, The History and Techniques of Orenburg Lace Shawls and Gossamer Webs, The Design Collection, for this unique opportunity to explore the mechanics of intarsia lace design. In this 2-day workshop, Galina will share with you her extensive knowledge of Orenburg lace knitting techniques and how these techniques can effortlessly transition into intarsia-style lace knitting, that will enable you to create a truly elegant, visually stunning design mosaic 2-color lace shawl.
Six hour class
$5.00 Materials fee
Continental Knitting... A Variation On A Theme
Are you stuck in the past...still throwing your yarn...maybe even experiencing wrist discomfort? Let Galina teach you this subtle Russian variation of the classic continental knitting method:
It's fast...
It's easy...
It's oh-so forgiving on your wrists!!
You'll wonder why you waited so long to make the switch.
Three hour class
$3.00 materials fee
Donna Druchunas
Charting Lace
Learn how to take your own designs or those you find in stitch libraries
and create charts for knitting. We will go over the basics of charting
using graph paper and pencil, and we will also learn about a variety
of charting fonts, spredsheet tools, and software programs for Mac and
Windows. If you have a favorite stitch written out in line-by-line instructions,
bring it a long. You'll also need yarn and needles for swatching.
For intermediate lace knitters
Three hour class
Bias in Lace Knitting
Bias can be used in lace knitting in several ways. The best way to
learn about biasing is to work up swatches of several different charts
to see how the arrangements of yarn overs and decreases shapes the knitted
fabric. We will examine a selection of lace pieces and learn how to
use bias to create scallopped and zigzag edgings, slanted fabric, and
textured lace.
For lace knitters of all skill levels
Three hour class
Design Your Own Lace Borders
Do you love lace borders? Then learn how to design your own. In this
class we'll go over the details of designing and charting sewn-on borders,
knitted on borders, and borers that are picked up along the edge of
a piece. We'll also discuss how borders can be used on sweaters, shawls,
and home decor items.
For intermediate to advanced lace knitters
Three hour class
Nancy Bush
Estonian Triangular Shawls
Estonian lace knitters have several ways of shaping triangular shawls.
In this class, we will discuss the variations and study, in depth, one
interesting way to create a triangular shape, where decreases rule.
We will make a miniature triangular shawl, easily translated to a human
size, with unique patterns and special details.
For intermediate to advanced knitters.
Some experience with lace knitting and reading charts required.
Six hour class
Making a true Haapsalu RŠtik; a traditional shawl from
Estonia
The tradition of knitting lace shawls began in Haapsalu, a
town on the west coast of Estonia in the early 1800Õs. In this
class we will study the history and the techniques involved in making
shawls as they have been made in Haapsalu for almost 200 years. We will
make a miniature rectangular shawl, easily translated to a human size,
that incorporates unique stitch patterns and special ways of finishing.
For intermediate to advanced knitters.
Some experience with lace knitting and reading charts required.
Six hour class
Judy Gibson
Elements of Doily Knitting
Why are some knitters so passionate about doilies? It’s not because
they need ornaments for their tables! They’ve discovered that
doily knitting provides an intensely interesting and satisfying lace
knitting experience. This introduction will cover the basics: selection
of patterns and materials, a center start, reading charts, keeping track
of your place, correcting simple mistakes, and finishing and blocking
your work. Along the way you will learn skills that can improve other
aspects if your knitting life.
Needed skills: students should already be able to knit in the round
on double pointed needles (for example, socks or caps).
Six hour class
The Chart is Just the Start
From minor tweaks to major re-designs, there’s a lot you can
improve or change in a published knitting pattern. The focus in this
class will be on doily patterns, but the principles will be useful in
other knitting situations. Some topics to be covered: direction of slant
of decreases, how to handle double yarnovers and Big Holes, changing
the number of repeats, converting a doily pattern to other uses, changing
the size or shape of the doily.
Three hour class
Sue Cathy
Knitted Lace Edging
Who doesn’t enjoy beautiful linens with intricate lace trim? In this class students will knit a variety of knitted lace samples to put in a sampler for further reference. Discover how simple it is to embellish pillow slips, hankies and hand towels to give as treasured gifts or to pamper yourself with daily use. A wide variety of knitted lace trim patterns will be provided to awaken a passion for lovely knitted lace trims
Hem Stitching
Students will prepare a sampler using a variety of hemstitching techniques including the Simple Hemstitching, Ladder Hemstitching and Trellis Hemstitching. Other types of hems and finishing touches will be described with samples provided to encourage experimentation long after the class is over. Learn to prepare your fabrics for further embellishment in a manner that will “WOW” your friends. The book that will be used as a tutorial is “Finishing Touches for the Handweaver” by Virginia M. West, published by Interweave Press. Supplies will be provided at a nominal class fee.
