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SUMMARY:Origami Crochet Raffia PLEAT Tote Workshop with Olga Buraya-Kefelian
DESCRIPTION:Get excited to create this modern\, fun accessory using raffia! Fun to wear and easy to pack for your next vacation\, this tote is created using the granny square technique; however\, we will learn not only how to make them in the round but also how to use short rows\, which contribute to the tote’s shaping. Grab a pair of your favorite leather handles\, or you can crochet a set to match. Olga has customized the stitch patterning to give this bag design a better structure\, while the tote’s bottom instructions offer various options to suit your level of adventure and wonder!   \n \nSkills needed\nStudents must know how to crochet\, cast on\, and understand US crochet terminology \nSkills learned\n\nIntroduction to all things raffia: how to treat it\, troubleshoot it\, join it\, and adapt its use to your liking\nWorking granny squares in the round and flat.\nWorking several types of custom stitch patterns\nFlat seaming\nBlocking raffia\nTreatments to make your finished tote last\n\nMaterials\nAvailable tote sizes: Extra Small (Small\, Medium\, Large)  \n\n237 (539\, 818\, 990) yards / 217 (493\, 748\, 905) meters of raffia yarn. We recommend 2 (3\, 4\, 5) hanks ISPIE®️ Hank Pack Raffia (100% viscose\, 250 yards/229 meters per 100 grams/3.53 ounce hank).\nCrochet hook Size D/3.0 (3.25 mm). We recommend using a metal hook for smoother stitching with raffia.\nCrochet hook Size E/4.0 (3.5 mm) (optional) for slipped hdc pattern only. We recommend using a metal hook for smoother stitching with raffia.\nRemovable stitch marker or pin\nTapestry needle\nScissors\nGlue stick/school glue\nA set of 24” / 60 cm (or your preferred length) handles (optional\, if making matching raffia handles instead)\nPlease purchase PLEAT tote pattern and bring to class\n\n \nHomework\nTo prepare your raffia\, do not wind. Do not cut raffia from the roll/hank. Please follow the example in this video to pre-steam\, dry\, then wind prepared raffia back onto the roll—you should do this for approximately 10 yards of your raffia yarn. 
URL:https://fibrespace.com/event/pleat-tote-workshop-with-olga-april1819/
LOCATION:fibre space\, 1319 Prince Street\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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