Vikkel Twisted stitches: a workshop with Aleks Byrd

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

A vikkel is a twisted or traveling stitch pattern used in Estonian knitting that creates a narrow cable pattern without the use of a cable needle. These patterns create beautiful patterns and even braids that add dimension to your knitting. Join this workshop with designer Aleks Byrd and learn how to create these stitches! Students […]

Braids and Steeks! Mini Troi Vest workshop with Aleks Byrd

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

Knit a cute mini troi vest and learn about this unique Estonian fisherman colorwork sweater from the island of Kihnu! You’ll learn lots of skills in this workshop, from Kihnu its knitted braids to the use of steeks for seamless in-the-round construction. We will even cut 3 mini steeks used for the armholes and neck […]