VK Live was so much fun yesterday that I signed up for a class for today. I'm taking "Teach Classes that Rock" with Trisha Malcolm. I've taught a fair amount in the past, but one can always improve.
Maybe I can try out some of the new skills that I learn from Trisha when I teach my next class. I'm scheduled to teach at Fibre Space in Alexandria, VA on Saturday, March 10th. This will be my second time teaching at Fiber Space and I am really looking forward to going back to one of my favorite LYS's. Fiber Space is everything a yarn store should be - shelves bursting with exceptionally beautiful yarns; friendly, knowledgeable staff; space to hang out and knit; and lots and lots of wonderful classes. I wish I lived closer.
This time I'm teaching a class on stranded colorwork. You'll learn how to knit with 2 yarns at a time, how to manage tension, how to work a Latvian braid, how to read a colorwork chart and how to knit corrugated ribbing. You'll learn that colorwork isn't so hard once you know a few tricks. For more information go to the Fibre Space website.
Speaking of colorwork, I've got another new pattern - Mod.
These colorwork mittens start with a Latvian braid and feature a bold geometric pattern reminiscent of the mod textile patterns of the 1960's. The colors are reversed on the palms for added interest.
I used Cascade 220 Sport for these mittens - this has become a go-to colorwork yarn for me because of the range of colors and the reasonable price.
Mod
Sizes: S[M, L] Shown is size M
Finished Measurements: 7.5[8.5, 9.5]” around at palm and cuff, 9.5[9.5, 11]” long overall
Yarn: Cascade 220 Sport, 100% Peruvian Highland Wool, 164 yds (150m) per 1.75 oz (50g) skein.
Color A: #7825 Orange Sherbet, 1 skein
Color B: #8012 Doeskin Heather, 1 skein
The sample pair used 35g (115 yds) of color A and 33g (109 yds) of color B.
Needles: one set US 2(2.75mm) DPN’s or size to obtain gauge
Gauge: 29 sts & 36 rows = 4” (10 cm) in Body Chart (see page 3) - always take the time to check gauge
Other Materials: Place markers, Tapestry Needle, Scrap Yarn
Price: $6.00 US
Thank you to my test knitters; Monika, Regina, Jen, Joan, Maria & Deirdre
Oh, wow- those are beautiful! Colorwork has always been a problem for me...I wish I could attend your class. Good luck!
Posted by: Michelle | January 16, 2012 at 09:43 AM
Colorwork mittens are on my yearly to-do list. Everyone here has hats, socks and sweaters. Mittens were the next logical knit.
Posted by: Heather | January 16, 2012 at 10:20 AM
beautiful new mittens, k! i love the print and the subtle colors you chose. Also, that's so awesome that you will be teaching a course at Fibre Space! Any chance you'll have some free time that weekend to catch up? Perhaps grab a drink or brunch/lunch at some point while you're in town?
Posted by: mai | January 16, 2012 at 02:14 PM
Any chance that you have plans to offer your class on colourwork in NYC? Would love to take it. Thx!
Posted by: love2stitch | January 16, 2012 at 05:53 PM
Oh my, I LOVE these mittens. Must knit them asap. Is there such a thing as owning too many pairs of mittens? Doubt it!
Posted by: Sam | January 16, 2012 at 09:12 PM
wish i could take your class! :)
Posted by: Ellen | January 17, 2012 at 03:44 AM
Stunning! I can't wait to cast on!
Posted by: Lynn | January 17, 2012 at 09:26 PM
Beautiful mittens
Posted by: Hilde | January 18, 2012 at 03:42 AM
Just love this one! :-)
Posted by: Kym | January 18, 2012 at 07:05 AM
GAH! Fibre Space is around the corner-ish, but unfortunately I won't be able to take your class. Hope you have a great time!
Posted by: Danielle | January 22, 2012 at 06:25 PM