Shetland is known worldwide for its exquisite lace knitting and distinctive Fair Isle colorwork knitting. Less known is how these arts are born out of a culture of thrift and economy, both in materials and time. In this lecture, Mary Jane and Gudrun take you for a behind-the-scenes look at the making of their new […]
During this workshop we will look at the various methods used when steeking your knitting. Working from a swatch, we will primarily focus on the crocheted reinforcement method but other methods will be discussed and demonstrated. If you’re brave enough you can even try the Shetland method of no reinforcement! We will also cover picking […]
This lively course will introduce the basics of color selection for fair isle knitting. We will learn about the use of color over the years in traditional Fair Isle knitting and move beyond developing our own personal color schemes. We’ll analyze how different color combinations can completely change how a motif looks. Knitting a simple […]
In this class we will look at the fundamentals of what makes up Shetland Lace, construction methods, stitch patterns and the wool itself. We will see how knitted lace items, from the intricate and delicate ring shawls to the everyday hap, have played a significant role in Shetland’s textile history. Using examples from Gudrun and […]
What makes Scandinavian colorwork different from other world traditions? We will explore color choices and the classic motifs used in Scandinavian stranded knitting. Learn techniques for tacking down extra-long floats found in many motifs. We will learn the Norwegian purl and a way of executing garter stitch in the round. Explore ideas for combining motifs […]
Monday - Wednesday,
Friday-Saturday:
10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Thursday
10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Sunday
12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
