This is a one session class: Wednesday, October 23rd, 5-7pm

You know how to seam pieces, pick up stitches, and block your project.  There is still more to learn to perfect your garment. We will talk about collar shaping for best results, neckline refining, 
raglan lines options, modifications of yoke decreases, short rows for darts and better fit, perfect set-in sleeves, cuff options,  perfect buttonholes and button band button placement, and more. 

Use what you learned in this class to modify and perfect your next sweater.

Skill level: Intermediate

Prerequisites: have knit a whole garment; basic finishing techniques; short rows

Homework:

 Swatch #1: CO 20 sts. Row 1: Sl1 wyf, purl to last st, k1.

Row 2: Sl1 wyf, bring yarn to back, knit to end.

Repeat these 2 rows until piece measures 3"/7.5 cm. Bind off all sts.

Block the swatch.

Swatch #2: CO 20 sts. Row 1: Sl1 wyf, *k2, p2; rep from * to last 3 sts, k3.

Row 2: Sl1 wyf, *p2, k2; rep from * to last 3 sts, p2, k1.

Repeat these 2 rows until piece measures 1"/2.5 cm. Bind off all sts.

Block the swatch.

Swatch #3: CO 12 sts. Row 1: Sl1 wyf, purl to last st, k1.

Row 2: Sl1 wyf, bring yarn to back, knit to end. (button band)

Repeat these 2 rows until piece measures 1"/2.5 cm. (used for buttonhole exercise)

Supplies: 

Homework swatches, worsted-weight yarn, double pointed needles, crochet hook, tapestry needle, scissors, markers, one ½” button, one smaller flat button, 11”x 8 ½” blank piece of paper will be used for buttons placement.

Ages 13+

Please note that the deadline to cancel or reschedule is 48 hours before the class time.