Name
Lace Stitches from Japan
Date & Time
Sunday, November 6, 2016, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Session Type:
3-Hour Class
Skill Level:
Intermediate
Teacher
Gayle Roehm
Category
Lace, World Traditions
Class Details:
Japanese designers frequently use lace patterns, many of which are adapted from traditional European sources. In this class, we’ll swatch a couple of lace stitches that I’ve selected from Japanese designs. We’ll look at what might be considered typically “Japanese” about a lace stitch. We’ll also cover some tips on interpreting charted lace patterns, as well as variations (and pitfalls) you might encounter.
Technique Requirements: Knit/purl; cast on/bind off; increase/decrease; beginner lace; chart reading; have knit a few accessories; must be comfortable knitting from stitch pattern charts.
Homework:
None
Supplies for Class:
Small amounts of yarn for swatching; I suggest fingering- to sport-weight (rather than fine laceweight), and needles a size or two larger than you would normally use with the yarn (suggested: US 3/3.25mm to 7/4.5mm). At least one set of needles should be DPNs.
Day
Sunday