Knit-Along Pinwheel Blanket
2023-09-05 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
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Classes are on Sept 5, 12, 26, Oct 3 & 10.

Featured in the Minipom Happy Knits for Little Kids from Pompom, the Pinwheel Blanket by Toshiyuki Shimada is a whimsical pattern in Entrelac garter stitch.

In this Knit-along, you can choose option A to make the blanket in one of two sizes using fingering weight yarn or option B the pattern can be knitted in any weight yarn with the appropriate size needle for a lovely throw. (yarn required to be determined by selection)

The first session will be a class to learn the Entrelec technique by creating a swatch using the six square patterns used.

The second, third, fourth, and fifth sessions will be traditional Knit-Along fun!

Yarn required in fingering weight for option A S/L:

Yarn A: 375 (950)m/404 (1036)yds

Yarn B: 50(125)m/ 55 (135) yds

Yarn C: 30(80)m/ 33(83) ydsYarn B & C can be combined for a two color option

101 Learn to Crochet
2023-09-06 16:30 - 18:00 | Mother Knitter Yarn Studio
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This is a two-class series on Sept 6 & 13. This crochet basics class is taught right-handed and is for the novice/beginner crocheter as well as a refresher course for the returning crocheter. You will learn several beginner techniques such as single crochet, double crochet, and more.

Supplies: 3 skeins of light-colored Tykk Line and a US G6 /4.00mm hook. Supplies needed for class must be purchased from Mother Knitter.

Knit-Along Pressed Flower Sweater
2023-09-07 06:00 - 20:00
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4 Classes are on Thursdays, Sept 7, 14, 21, and Oct 5 at 6:00 pm

Amy Christoffers Pressed Flowers Pullover is the newest design in her series of beautiful garments and accessories of flower motifs. The allover Mosaic technique is fun and a great way to get into colorwork knitting, as you are only holding one strand of yarn at a time. Knit in dk weight yarn, you’re sure to have a warm and comfortable sweater perfect for the cooler months! Also perfect to get ready for all of the Fall fiber festivals!

The first session is a class, where you will learn the Mosiac technique while knitting your swatch. The next 3 sessions are the Knit-Along, meant to help each other along the way, though you should have the skills needed to complete the sweater. There will be an extra week between the 3rd and 4th sessions, to give you more time to knit the body of your sweater.

Our recommended yarn is Scout by Kelbourne Woolens for its beautiful color range, warm, insulating properties, and amazing softness!

Level: intermediate

Skills Required: Understanding of top-down sweater construction, Mosaic knitting

Materials: Pressed Flowers Pullover pattern by Amy ChristoffersUS 5 and US 7, 16″ and 32″ circular needles725-1350 yards dk weight yarn for Main Color 425-1050 yards dk weight yarn for Contrast color4 stitch markers Tapestry needle

The Knitting Academy
2023-09-09 10:00 - 11:30 | Mother Knitter Yarn Studio
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Classes are every Saturday, Sept 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 10:00 am

LEVEL: Knitting 101

Prerequisite: Enthusiasm

This class is designed for the true beginner! Learn everything you need to know about knitting in these four 90-minute classes. These comprehensive classes will get you on your way to be a confident knitter! You will learn the following:

● Different weights and types of yarn

● The relationship between yarn type and needle size

● How to cast on stitches

● How to work the knit stitch and the purl stitch

● How to bind off stitches

● How to measure and make a gauge swatch

● How to read a pattern

● How to fix minor mistakes (dropped stitches, ‘tinking’ or unknitting a row, how to insert a lifeline)

● Basic shaping (increasing and decreasing stitches)

● Basic finishing (weaving in ends, blocking)

● How to measure and make a gauge swatch

Supplies needed: a skein of DK or worsted weight yarn, size 6 needles (circular is recommended, but straight needles are also acceptable), a tapestry needle, small scissors, stitch markers, and a gauge ruler. Supplies needed for class must be purchased from Mother Knitter.

101 Complete Crochet
2023-09-09 11:00 - 12:30 | Mother Knitter Yarn Studio
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Classes are on Sept 9th, 16th & 23rd.

Beginner crochet classes are the perfect way to learn how to crochet. Crochet is a quick and easy hobby, with professional-looking results. In just a few hours you can master the skills to create lovable crocheted projects that last a lifetime. In our beginner crochet class, we’ll start at the beginning, talking about how to select different yarns, yarn weights, and their different uses. This beginner crochet class is perfect for a total newbie or as a refresher if it’s been a while since you had your hands on your hooks.

Crochet Skills You Will Learn:

Different crocheting tools and their uses

How to chain or begin your crochet project, Single Crochet, Double Crochet and Finishing Off (or ending a project)

How to Work in Rows

How to keep your edges straight

Different properties of yarn and the uses for various weights

Problem-solving for common crochet mistakes and challenges

Crochet 101 Prerequisite: None

Prerequisite: None

Technique Workshop: Intro to Brioche
2023-09-09 13:00 - 14:30 | Mother Knitter Yarn Studio
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Learn how to do the brioche knit and brioche purl stitch when knitting flat. We have this hat to try out your new skills! The brim of this hat has a soft and cozy Cashgora liner over the ears and is then knit up in a compact two-color brioche.

Old Port Hat by Andrea Mowry

E Spinning
2023-09-09 13:00 - 14:30
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3 classes on Sept 9th, 16th, 23rd.

Learn the fundamentals of how to spin yarn on an electric spinning wheel! The Dreaming Robots ESpinners have taken the spinning world by storm with their easy setup, 3D printed design, affordable price, and versatility of yarns you can spin! While also learning how to use your espinner, in this course, you will learn the relationship between twist and fiber, how various spinning methods result in different yarns, how several fibers change the way yarn behaves, and more! Leave this class with the knowledge of how to start your spinning journey.

Level: Absolute beginner

Skills Required: Enthusiasm!

Materials: Dreaming Robots Eel Wheel 6.0 or the Nano 2, can be bought in store4 ounces of wool, either Sophie Rose Fiber Works or Sandnes Garn Norwegian Wool

Recommended equipment: Niddy Noddy

Lilli Loom Weaving
2023-09-14 10:30 - 12:00 | Mother Knitter Yarn Studio
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Level – beginner

3 classes on Sept 14, 21, 28

Prerequisite – an excitement and curiosity for tapestry weaving!

Whether you are a beginner to frame loom weaving, fiber arts, or both, this class is welcome to all! We will be working with texture, form, and pattern to create a collection of painterly fabrics. Be inspired, develop creative authority, and build artistic confidence in this epic new weaving class!

You will learn:How to start and finish your woven fabricCountless tapestry weaving techniquesHow to turn inspiration into fiber artTechniques to expand your fabric after it’s off the loomThe fundamentals of art and design

Materials:Lilli LoomMandarin Petit – 1 skein Malibrigo Rasta – 1 skeinA worsted weight yarn – 1 skeinPlus any additional yarns!

Because this class really benefits from a larger selection of yarn types and colors while requiring less yardage, I recommend we sell inexpensive mini skeins on cardboard bobbins in multitudes of colors in order for the students to use variety within their work, possibly using defective skeins.

The Knitting Academy
2023-09-14 13:00 - 14:30 | Mother Knitter Yarn Studio
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Classes are every Thursday, Sept 14, 21, 28, Oct 5 at 1:00 pm

LEVEL: Knitting 101

Prerequisite: Enthusiasm

This class is designed for the true beginner! Learn everything you need to know about knitting in these four 90-minute classes. These comprehensive classes will get you on your way to be a confident knitter! You will learn the following:

● Different weights and types of yarn

● The relationship between yarn type and needle size

● How to cast on stitches

● How to work the knit stitch and the purl stitch

● How to bind off stitches

● How to measure and make a gauge swatch

● How to read a pattern

● How to fix minor mistakes (dropped stitches, ‘tinking’ or unknitting a row, how to insert a lifeline)

● Basic shaping (increasing and decreasing stitches)

● Basic finishing (weaving in ends, blocking)

● How to measure and make a gauge swatch

Supplies needed: a skein of DK or worsted weight yarn, size 6 needles (circular is recommended, but straight needles are also acceptable), a tapestry needle, small scissors, stitch markers, and a gauge ruler. Supplies needed for class must be purchased from Mother Knitter.

Technique Workshop: Lace
2023-09-16 13:00 - 14:30
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Lace looks beautiful but also looks daunting to create. But this class will show you how easy it actually is. The most basic type of lace that can be created requires the knowledge of only 4 basic knitting stitches: knit, purl, yarn over (yo), and knit two together (k2tog). Learn this fun skill and make this cute hat too!

Gust by Melissa LaBarre

101 Learn to Crochet
2023-09-20 16:30 - 18:00 | Mother Knitter Yarn Studio
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This is a two-class series on Sept 20 & 27. This crochet basics class is taught right-handed and is for the novice/beginner crocheter as well as a refresher course for the returning crocheter. You will learn several beginner techniques such as single crochet, double crochet, and more.

Supplies: 3 skeins of light-colored Tykk Line and a US G6 /4.00mm hook. Supplies needed for class must be purchased from Mother Knitter.

Learn to Crochet Granny Squares
2023-09-21 10:30 - 12:00
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$75 | 1 hr 30 mins | 2 classes on Sept 21 & 28 at 10:30am

This crochet basics class is taught right-handed and is for beginners. Granny squares are a classic foundation for crochet that are the building blocks for projects of all kinds, such as bags, tops, blankets, and more! You will learn the basic granny square construction and several techniques such as how to chain, slip stitch, double crochet, and seam, and you will work on building either a bag or a blanket!

Supplies: At least 1 skein of light-colored dk or worsted weight yarn, US H/5.00mm hook (depending on the yarn chosen). Supplies needed for class must be purchased from Mother Knitter.

Technique Workshop: Intarsia
2023-09-23 13:00 - 14:30
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Want to learn how to make cute designs and patterns using many colors? Then intarsia is what you need to learn. You can learn the skills needed to make this adorable pattern that showcases lovely color work and barely-there ears!

I’m a Hoot Hat by Yarnspirations Design Studio

Socktober: Learn Toe-Up Cast-On Workshop
2023-10-03 10:00 - 11:30
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Have you ever wondered how to knit socks from the toe up?

In this Toe-Up Cast-On Workshop, you will learn the different ways to cast on a sock (or two at a time) beginning with the toe. The workshop is not a full sock class, but an exploration of the different cast-on techniques. You will cast on and knit samples of the toe of the sock.

What you will need: For purposes of learning techniques, a DK-weight yarn that is ready to knit is recommended, however, sock-weight yarn is perfectly fine as well. Double Pointed Needles or Circular for Magic Loop, whichever you prefer. For DK weight, a size 6 US needle, for fingering weight, a size 2 US needle will be fine. You may want to try both.

Lean to Crochet: Project Market Bag
2023-10-04 10:30 - 12:00 | Mother Knitter Yarn Studio
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This is a two-class course on Oct 4 & 11 at 10:30am -12:00pm.

Learn some basic crochet stitches while making an adorable market bag, just in time for fall! This beginner-friendly project primarily uses chains and slip stitches to create a beautiful and versatile mesh, and you’re sure to get plenty of use (and compliments) out of your finished piece!

Suggested prior knowledge: how to hold your hook and yarn, how to chain

Techniques you will learn: how to create a magic circle, how to double crochet, how to create mesh, how to attach new yarn, how to weave ends, and how to read a pattern.

Materials needed: 2 skeins of Tykk LineUS I / 5.5mm Crochet hooktapestry needle

The Knitting Academy
2023-10-04 13:00 - 14:30 | Mother Knitter Yarn Studio
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Classes are every Wednesday Oct 4, 11, 18 at 1:00pm – 2:30pm

LEVEL: Knitting 101

Prerequisite: Enthusiasm

This class is designed for the true beginner! Learn everything you need to know about knitting in these three 90-minute classes. These comprehensive classes will get you on your way to be a confident knitter! You will learn the following:

● Different weights and types of yarn

● The relationship between yarn type and needle size

● How to cast on stitches

● How to work the knit stitch and the purl stitch

● How to bind off stitches

● How to measure and make a gauge swatch

● How to read a pattern

● How to fix minor mistakes (dropped stitches, ‘tinking’ or unknitting a row, how to insert a lifeline)

● Basic shaping (increasing and decreasing stitches)

● Basic finishing (weaving in ends, blocking)

● How to measure and make a gauge swatch

Supplies needed: a skein of DK or worsted weight yarn, size 6 needles (circular is recommended, but straight needles are also acceptable), a tapestry needle, small scissors, stitch markers, and a gauge ruler. Supplies needed for class must be purchased from Mother Knitter.

101 Complete Crochet
2023-10-07 11:00 - 12:30 | Mother Knitter Yarn Studio
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Classes are on Oct 7, 21 & 28.

Beginner crochet classes are the perfect way to learn how to crochet. Crochet is a quick and easy hobby, with professional-looking results. In just a few hours you can master the skills to create lovable crocheted projects that last a lifetime. In our beginner crochet class, we’ll start at the beginning, talking about how to select different yarns, yarn weights, and their different uses. This beginner crochet class is perfect for a total newbie or as a refresher if it’s been a while since you had your hands on your hooks.

Crochet Skills You Will Learn:

Different crocheting tools and their uses

How to chain or begin your crochet project, Single Crochet, Double Crochet and Finishing Off (or ending a project)

How to Work in Rows

How to keep your edges straight

Different properties of yarn and the uses for various weights

Problem-solving for common crochet mistakes and challenges

Crochet 101 Prerequisite: None

Prerequisite: None

Learn Entrelac (Workshop)
2023-10-07 11:00 - 14:00
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Have you ever wondered how to knit the Entrelac technique that creates a diagonal basket weave pattern? There are so many ways to incorporate Entrelac into your knitting – decorative end(s) on a scarf, a pillow or blanket, vests or sweaters, the possibilities are endless. This ont-time 3-hour class will get you on your way.

In this Workshop, you will learn the basic technique by creating a swatch.

What you will need: a skein of DK or Worsted weight yarn that is ready to knit4mm (US6) or 5mm (US8) needlesstitch markerspen or pencil

Socks 101
2023-10-07 14:00 - 15:30 | Mother Knitter Yarn Studio
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3 Classes on Oct 7, 21, 28 at 2pmSocks are such a fun project and you can learn to knit them as well! Many of us here at Mother Knitter love having socks for on-the-go knitting and we hope that after this class you’ll love them as much as we do. Socks in this class will be knit toe-up using the Magic Loop method of circular knitting. You will learn a version of a short-row heel called the Fish Lips Kiss Heel by Sox Therapist Designs. This pattern gives directions on how to make a cardboard cut out of your foot to knit perfect-fitting socks. Students should make this cutout prior to the start of class.

Level: Intermediate

Skills required: How to knit and purl, and basic knowledge of increasing. Students should be comfortable working with fingering weight yarn and small needle sizes.

Materials: Fish Lips Kiss Heel pattern by Sox Therapist DesignsUS1/2.25mm 30-40″ circular needleStitch markerTapestry needleApprox 100 grams fingering weight yarn

Yarn recommendations: Hedgehog Fibers, Sandnes Garn Sisu, Beachy Breeze BoardWalk Sock, or Urth Yarns Uneek Sock Sets

Socktober: Learn to Knit a Shadow Wrap Heel Workshop
2023-10-10 10:00 - 11:30
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The Shadow Wrap short-row heel can be used in either toe-up or cuff-down sock knitting. This heel technique yields a comfortable, fitted, less bulky heel and is perfectly symmetrical on both the inside and outside of the heel. This is not a full sock class, we will only be knitting a heel sample.

What you will need: For purposes of learning techniques, a DK-weight yarn that is ready to knit is recommended, however, fingering/sock weight yarn is perfectly fine as well. Double Pointed Needles or Circular for Magic Loop, for DK weight, 6 US needles, for fingering/sock, a size 2 US needle, whichever you prefer. You may want to try both.

Image from: https://www.ravelry.com/projects/jenastar/shadow-wrap-heel-socks-2-ways

Intro to Brioche Workshop
2023-10-12 14:00 - 15:30 | Mother Knitter Yarn Studio
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This knitting technique produces a soft and squishy fabric that’s perfect for hats, cowls, scarves and headbands. It can be worked in one or two colors. This suggested pattern will get you started with brioche!

Fall Leaves by Happy Knitter

Learn to Knit Mosaic
2023-10-14 13:00 - 14:30
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Here’s a relatively easy way to add color to your knitting. This quick project will get you comfortable with the mosaic technique in time for cold weather. You’ll need bulky yarn in two colors. See the pattern for needle and yarn details.

Windowpane Headband pattern

Socktober: Learn to Knit a Fleegle Heel Workshop
2023-10-17 10:00 - 11:30
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The Fleegle Heel is a combination of the short-row heel and a traditional heel flap/gusset. Most commonly used in toe-up sock construction. This is not a full sock class, but we will knit a heel sample.

What you will need: For purposes of learning techniques, a DK-weight yarn that is ready to knit is recommended, however, sock-weight yarn is perfectly fine as well. Double Pointed Needles or Circular for Magic Loop, whichever you prefer. For DK-weight a size 6 US, for Fingering/sock, size 2 US needles. You may want to try both.

KAL Ole Sweater for Kids
2023-10-17 17:00 - 19:00
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Oct 17, 24, Nov 7 & Nov 14

Knit the Sandnes Garn new Ole Sweater for children. It is a lightly textured fabric, unisex pattern in sizes 2-10 years old. It is featured in Sandnes Garn Merinoull or Smart, equally soft and warm. Several new colors have been added to the palette.

The Ole Sweater is a perfect intermediate to advanced beginner sweater to knit. With the holidays coming, why not knit an impressive gift for your child, grandchild, niece, nephew or special friend?

Materials: Recommended Needle size is a 4mm or US 6Merinoull or Smart Yarnstitch markerstapestry needle

Learn to Crochet: Project Clutch Bag
2023-10-18 16:30 - 18:00 | Mother Knitter Yarn Studio
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2 Classes on Oct 18 & 25 at 4:30-6:00pm.

This crochet basics class is taught right-handed and is for the novice/beginner crocheter as well as a refresher course for the returning crocheter. You will learn several beginner techniques such as single crochet, double crochet, shell stitch border, seaming, and weaving ends while creating a simple but beautiful crochet clutch.

Supplies: 3 skeins of light-colored Tykk Line (we have new colors!), US G6 /4.00mm hook, large button. Supplies needed for class must be purchased from Mother Knitter.

Florence Scalloped Clutch Pattern by Kathleen Berlew

Crochet the Dewdrop Shawl
2023-10-19 10:30 - 12:00
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2 Classes on Oct 19 & 26Romantic, lacy, and feminine – The Dewdrop wrap is the perfect shawl for any season! The mesh arches give the wrap an open-airy look while the optional scalloped border adds a vintage touch. Although the design looks intricate, this crochet wrap is a lot easier to make than it seems!

Techniques: chainssingle crochetdouble crochetincreases

Materials: Pattern for Dewdrop Wrap by Grace Forthefrills700 yds (for full size) of either Smart, Perfect, Peer Gynt or Double Sunday (or any other heavy dk light worsted)6mm crochet hookdarning needle

E Spinning
2023-10-19 13:00 - 14:30
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3 classes on Oct 19, 26 and Nov 9

Learn the fundamentals of how to spin yarn on an electric spinning wheel! The Dreaming Robots ESpinners have taken the spinning world by storm with their easy setup, 3D printed design, affordable price, and versatility of yarns you can spin! While also learning how to use your espinner, in this course, you will learn the relationship between twist and fiber, how various spinning methods result in different yarns, how several fibers change the way yarn behaves, and more! Leave this class with the knowledge of how to start your spinning journey.

Level: Absolute beginner

Skills Required: Enthusiasm!

Materials: Dreaming Robots Eel Wheel 6.0 or the Nano 2, can be bought in store4 ounces of wool, either Sophie Rose Fiber Works or Sandnes Garn Norwegian Wool

Recommended equipment: Niddy Noddy

Learn to Knit Marlisle: Project Bomen Mittens
2023-10-19 18:00 - 19:30
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Classes are on Thursdays, Oct 19, 26 & Nov 9.

The Bomen mittens are a beautiful example of how to work multiple types of colorwork in one project. This class is an introduction to marlisle, where two colors of yarn are held together, as well as Stranded colorwork, where each yarn is used separately. The majority of the project is worked in Marlisle, with stranded colorwork dispersed in the trees and Corrugated Ribbing. This class will also help teach you how to read charted colorwork and work a basic cable to outline the trees.

The designer, Anna Maltz, says “These cozy mittens are designed as a twinned pair – in that the left and right hand clearly go together, but they each have a different tree on them – to start hinting at the beautiful and essential diversity of forests. Bomen means trees in Dutch, but also chatting.”

Please Complete your Swatch prior to the start of class.

Level: Intermediate

Skills Required: Knit and Purl, how to work in the round using Magic Loop Method, and basic experience reading patterns.

Materials: Bomen pattern by Anna Maltz4mm (US6) and 4.5mm (US7) 32”-40” needles, or size needed to obtain gaugeStitch markersTapestry needleApproximately 185 yards each of two fingering-sport weight yarns.Recommended yarn: Cricket by Kelbourne Woolens

My First Raglan Sweater
2023-10-21 16:00 - 17:30 | Mother Knitter Yarn Studio
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4 Classes on Oct 21, 28, Nov 4 & 11 at 4pm

If you have never knit a garment before, this is your place to start! The Cozy Classic Raglan by Jessie Maed Designs is a beginner-friendly, size-inclusive sweater pattern using DK weight yarn. In this 4 week course, you will learn how to knit the construction of a top-down sweater, and how to shape and size a garment to fit your needs. Please complete a gauge swatch prior to the start of class to make sure you are getting the right stitches and rows per inch!

Level: Adventurous beginner-intermediate

Skills Required: How to knit and purl, prior experience working in the round and basic knowledge of increases/decreases

Materials: US 3(3.25mm) 16” – 40” circulars for ribbingUS 7(4.5mm) 24” – 40” for the main body; longest length of needles depends on sweater sizeStitch markersStitch holdersDarning needle689-2070 yards DK weight yarn, depending on size. If you would like to add length to your sweater, you will need more yardageThe pattern calls for fingering weight yarn and mohair held together, but for the sake of ease when knitting your first garment, we recommend just using one strand of DK weight yarn, which gets the same gauge.

Yarn recommendations: Sandnes Garn Duo, Smart, or Peer Gynt, Little Wolf Knits DK, Beachy Breeze Coastal DK

FREE Romy Sweater Knit-Along
2023-10-25 17:00 - 19:00
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This knit-along has no instruction. It is 4 sessions in total on Oct 25, Nov 1, 8, and 15.

**You’ll get a link to the virtual KAL on the morning of Wednesday, Oct 25th.

Sandnes Garn is having a Knit-Along! The Romy Sweater, from their latest women’s collection: 2311 Vol 2, has been crazy popular worldwide ❤️

Starting now through 11/15, all you need to do is order your yarn and follow the rules below to participate in the knit-along (and be entered to win a prize!).

Here’s how to join:– Get the yarn and pattern for the Romy Sweater either in person at our Red Bank location or via our website – Follow Sandnes Garn’s story and feed on Instagram and TikTok for inspiration, knitting tips and helpful videos – Share your knitting process with us!– Use #Romykal and tag @mother_knitter and @sandnesgarn– Win Prizes! To enter, you must use #Romykal and #Romysweater in the posts you share in your feed, on Instagram and/or TikTok by November 15th. – You can find all the knitting videos and inspiration for the knit along under highlights “Romykal” on Sandnes Garn’s profile
