Name
High-Class Finishing Techniques (NEW!)
Date & Time
Saturday, November 4, 2017, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Session Type:
3-Hour Class
Skill Level:
Intermediate
Teacher
Faina Goberstein
Category
Finishing
Class Details:
All parts of your sweater are done. What’s next? Learn how to make your project even more beautiful with correct finishing steps. We’ll cover different blocking methods; seams; alternative methods of picking up stitches for a neckline, button bands, and other edges; 3-needle bind off; collar shaping for best results; and much more. If you do it right, you will love your sweater. Technique Requirements: Knit/purl; cast on/bind off; increase/decrease; have knit a few accessories
Homework:
With worsted-weight yarn, make 4 swatches in stockinette stitch as follows:
 
Each Swatch:
CO 30 sts,
Row 1: Sl1 wyf, purl to last st, k1.
Row 2: Sl1 wyf, bring yarn to back, knit to end.
 
Repeat these 2 rows until piece measures 3"/7.5 cm. Bind off all sts. Block the swatch.
Supplies for Class:
The homework swatches, worsted-weight yarn, needles, crochet hook, tapestry needle, safety pins.
Day
Saturday