Join Shetland-born knitwear designer Gudrun Johnston to learn Shetland lace knitting techniques!
In this class, we will explore the techniques and patterns that pertain to Shetland Lace knitting. We will practice knitting the more complex lace patterns, where motifs are worked on both the RS and WS of the work. We will also look at the different shawl construction methods used and learn some historical context for this iconic Shetland tradition.
Examples of Gudrun’s designs using Shetland Lace will be available to view in class.
Skills needed:
Basic lace skills (experience working increases and decreases) required.
Materials:
Shetland Lace yarn (supplied as part of class fee)
US 6 24 inch circular needle, stitch markers
Gudrun Johnston is a Shetland-born knitwear designer currently based in Massachusetts. She is known for accessible modern-day patterns that are greatly inspired by her heritage. She frequently returns to Shetland, where she loves spending time with her family on the Westside.
With her friend Mary Jane Mucklestone, they host popular once in a lifetime trips to Shetland and together they have co-authored Grand Shetland Adventure Knits, published through Laine.
Monday - Wednesday,
Friday-Saturday:
10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Thursday
10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Sunday
12 p.m. – 6 p.m.