Colorwork Using Slipped Stitches - Hesper Shawl

In this class, you will learn how to craft a beautiful, one of a kind shawl featuring vibrant geometric patterns and rich textures. We’ll cover everything from the fundamentals of mosaic knitting to more advanced techniques, including colorwork strategies and how to maintain an even tension throughout your project.

What you will learn:

• Mosaic knitting basics: understand the slip-stitch technique and how it’s used to created beautiful  patterns without needing to knit with multiple colors in each row.

• Shawl construction: follow step by step instructions to create a one-of-a- kind shawl inspired by traditional quilt blocks

• Pattern and chart reading: gain confidence in reading and following mosaic knitting charts.

• Tips and tricks for color choices for future colorwork projects, keeping track of your work, and the provisional cast on technique

This class is ideal for knitters who are comfortable with basic knit and purl stitches and are eager to dive into the world of colorwork. If you’re ready to challenge yourself and expand your skills, this class is for you!

Materials needed:

• A copy of the Hesper Shawl pattern (available on Ravelry)

• US size 6/4mm circular needles, 32” or longer

• 2 colors of sport weight yarn: 650 yards of the main color and 550 yarns of the contrast color (Lanas Light would be great for the main color and Making Tracks LITE or Starke 6 are perfect for the contrast color)

• Waste yarn for the provisional cast-on

• Stitch markers

• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Don’t miss the chance to add a new skill to your knitting repertoire while enjoying a creative and supportive environment. Reserve your spot today and let’s knit something beautiful together.

We request you purchase your yarns, needles (that you don’t already have), etc. at Yarns in the Farms for this class. Mention you're enrolled in class and receive a 10% discount on your materials. Want to purchase your supplies online? Send us an email and we'll send you a coupon code to use on our website.

A minimum of 3 participants is required for this class to run. Bring a friend!

Must know how to cast on, bind off, knit, purl, increase and decrease