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Knitting Steeks and Inserting Zippers: a workshop with Ann Budd

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

Learn how to add steeks so two- (or more) color patterns that are worked in rounds can be cut open—typically for a front opening, armholes, and neckline of a sweater. In this class, you’ll knit a cup cozie with a two-color pattern and steek stitches, then cut the steek open and finish the cut edge […]

$125

Toe-Up Socks with Wedge Toe and Short-Row Heel: a workshop with Ann Budd

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

Most knitters learn to knit socks from the cuff down to the toe, but they can also be knitted in the opposite direction—from toe up to the cuff, eliminating the need to pick up stitches for the gusset or work the dreaded Kitchener stitch. Learn to knit socks from the toe up using an Eastern […]

$125

Fit that Knit workshop with Bristol Ivy: FR Mar 31, 6-9 pm

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

How do you pick a sweater size? How do you calculate positive ease? How about negative ease? And really, have you ever tried to measure your own bicep? Each of these tasks can be a stumbling block on the path to knitting your own garments. In this class, we’ll develop a comprehensive set of measurements for our own bodies […]

$65

Fit that Knit workshop with Bristol Ivy: SU Apr 2, 3-6 pm

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

How do you pick a sweater size? How do you calculate positive ease? How about negative ease? And really, have you ever tried to measure your own bicep? Each of these tasks can be a stumbling block on the path to knitting your own garments. In this class, we’ll develop a comprehensive set of measurements for our own bodies […]

$65

Slip It Float It Tuck It workshop with Bristol Ivy: SA Apr 1, 10 am – 1 pm

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

Knitting is based off of two fundamental stitches, right? We knit, and we purl. But what happens if we. . . Slip? In this class, we’ll discuss how slipping (and slipping’s compatriots, floating and tucking) stitches instead of working them can lead to a pattern of their own and add texture, dimension, visual interest, and structure to our knitted […]

$65

Winterlong Cowl workshop with Bristol Ivy: SA Apr 1, 3-6 pm

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

The Winterlong Cowl is a warm, cozy bit of squishiness that employs some interesting techniques to create a flowing, organic shape. In this class, we’ll explore the techniques necessary to create it, and discuss the rhythms and patterns inherent to the design that make it so addictive to knit. Skills needed: Students should be able […]

$65

A Lace for Everything and Everything in Its Lace with Bristol Ivy: SU Apr 2, 11 am-2 pm

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

Lace is one of the most beautiful ways to manipulate your knitting into something truly spectacular. In this class, we’ll work on designing our own lace patterns based on two different development techniques: encoded and improvisational. From there we’ll swatch, play, and perfect that lace ready to add to any project you want! We will […]

$65

Embroider your Knitting with Betz White: SA April 15, 1-4 pm

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

Refresh your wardrobe by adding embroidered details to your hand-knit sweaters and accessories. Learn basic embroidery stitches as well as tips and tricks for stitching on knits with tapestry wool or yarn from your own stash. Supplies needed for class: Tapestry wool or stash yarn (sock weight or worsted) tapestry needle Scissors  Transfer pen or […]

$65

Embroider your Knitting with Betz White: SU April 16, 1-4 pm

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

Refresh your wardrobe by adding embroidered details to your hand-knit sweaters and accessories. Learn basic embroidery stitches as well as tips and tricks for stitching on knits with tapestry wool or yarn from your own stash. Supplies needed for class: Tapestry wool or stash yarn (sock weight or worsted) tapestry needle Scissors  Transfer pen or […]

$65

Making & Knitting I-cord Yarn Workshop

fibre space 1319 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA, United States

Ever wanted to make a bulky weight project but worried it would be too heavy? Or perhaps you’re looking for a fun way to stashbust lighter weight yarns that doesn’t take forever? Try turning it into i-cord! In this workshop we’ll learn how to set up and use our i-cord makers to turn lace, fingering, […]

$65