Name
There’s More Than One Way to Knit a Hap (NEW!)
Date
Sunday, February 1, 2026
Time
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Session Type:
3-Hour Class
Skill Level:
Beginner
Teacher
Amy Detjen
Category
Knitting, Tips & Techniques, World Traditions
Class Details:
A Hap is a traditional type of shawl knitted by Shetlanders for many generations. It is considered a “working shawl,” one that you would wear to feed the chickens or haul water from the well. The traditional method of knitting them is a bit daunting for most of us, because you start by knitting about 18 feet of the outside border, then pick up stitches and knit to the center. Amy cheats, and starts with the center square—and this class offers three different ways to knit that square.
Homework:
Using fingering or sport-weight yarn and 24" circular needles in a size appropriate to the yarn, cast on 25 stitches and work in garter stitch for 25 ridges (50 rows). Leave yarn attached and bring to class.
Supplies to Bring:
Homework swatch with yarn and needles