[Nfb-krafters-korner] Short Row Knitting Class Coming Soon

[Denise Shaible]

Annette,

This sounds great.  You say that students need to know how to cast on, do 
the knit stitch, and bind off.  Do you mostly use the long tail cast on? 
I'm so glad you decided on the date and time because I know there was lots 
of discussion on it.  I'll be there, that's for sure.

I'd like to mention something.  I looked on the Lion Brand web site for that 
self-striping yarn and I decided to sign up for their newsletter.  Thanks 
for suggesting the yarn and the web site.  One thing, I've noticed that 
there are a couple of things I don't know how to do.  ONe is decreasing or 
increasing evenly across a row and picking up stitches to make a border.  I 
think these techniques may be a little more advanced but, if anyone knows 
how to do them, let me know.  I'm looking forward very much to the short row 
class because I've always wanted to learn it.  I've seen patterns for scarfs 
made with that type of stitch but, couldn't figure it out.

Regards,

Denise

-----Original Message----- 
From: Annette Carr
Sent: Sunday, August 18, 2013 10:10 AM
To: nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org
Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] Short Row Knitting Class Coming Soon

Hi Everyone,



I will be teaching a knitting class in September that will take you beyond
the knit stitch.  If you can cast on, do the knit stitch and bind off, you
are ready for this class.  I will teach you how to use short row shaping to
create a scarf that will impress everyone.  Once you learn this simple
technique and some pointers on how to modify it, you will be ready to make
unique dazzling scarves for everyone on your gift list.



So watch to see when the class is posted to the website so that you can sign
up.  In the meantime here are the details so that you can get it on your
calendar and gather your materials.



Date:  Saturday September 28

Time:  3:00pm Eastern time

# of sessions:  1

Title:  Knitted Short Row Scarf



requirements: Students must be able to cast on, perform the knit stitch and
bind off.



description: This class will be taught over the telephone. It will teach
Short Row knitting.   This technique is used to shape your work.  This class
will teach a basic short row knitting technique that can be used to make a
scarf that will look like triangles that are stacked on one another pointing
in opposite directions.  Information on the effects of using different yarns
and stitch counts will be provided.  Students will not complete an entire
scarf during this session.  Focus will be on understanding and mastering the
technique.  By the end of the session students will be ready to use this
technique to make a custom designed scarf.



supplies needed:
1. Any yarn that you are comfortable working with.
2.  Knitting needles appropriate for the yarn you are working with.
3  2 different types of stitch markers.  5 of any one type, and 1 additional
stitch marker that is different than the other 5 and is easy to remove from
your needle while the stitches are still on the needle.  A rubber band or
twist tie can be used.
4.  Some way too keep track of your row count.  This could be 15 pennies and
2 bowls or paper cups.

additional comments: There are many techniques for creating knitted short
rows.  The technique being taught in this class is very easy and a great way
for beginners to take their knitting to the next level.  So grab some yarn
from your stash, a pair of knitting needles and join us for this class.  You
will leave with a new skill and ideas on how to make a different short row
scarf for everyone on your gift list.





If you have questions about the class, you can either post them to the list
or send them directly to me at amcarr1 at verizon.net



Looking forward to seeing you in class.

Annette





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