{"product_id":"caitlin-hunter-design-your-own-yoke-workshop","title":"Caitlin Hunter: Design Your Own Yoke Workshop","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJoin Caitlin Hunter of Boyland Knits for her DIY Yoke Workshop on Sunday, November 8th at Sacred Sheep at The Redd on Salmon in Portland, OR. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e* Classes DO NOT include a ticket for Sacred Sheep event entry **\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA hands on, design-your-own yoke workshop with Caitlin Hunter of Boyland Knitworks where you will design charts for a top-down yoke. The class provides a pattern for a standard fit, simple DK\/worsted weight sweater in sizes to fit 28-66” chest circumferences. You will have the chance to make your own chart pattern for the yoke in this class, and you will discuss design theory, modifications and fit! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eClass Time\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunday, November 8th\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from 2 - 4 pm at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Redd on Salmon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in Portland, OR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eMaterials \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptional! If you don’t want to start knitting your design right away you don’t need to make a swatch or bring yarn and can spend the class time just designing your idea. Totally up to you!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you do want to jump right in and start knitting during or after class, bring at least 2 colors of yarn in worsted weight or DK- wool is recommended. Ritual Dyes Elder or Marona are great options but not required! The weight of the yarn is not as important as the gauge- choose a yarn that creates a fabric that you like at the required gauge. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eNeedles in the size appropriate to the yarn you are using (US 7-8 is typical for these weights), you will need at least one set of 16” circulars to cast on your neckline if you want to start right away. You may also want to bring longer cable lengths. An interchangeable set is extremely useful for this class, but not required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eStitch markers (at least 20)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eTape measure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003ePencil or pen for note taking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eOptional: knitters graph paper, colored pencil (these will be provided, but you may want more or to work on your design outside of class.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSkills Required\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced beginner\/intermediate- you should know how to knit and purl, make basic increases and decreases, and have some experience with charts as well as knitting in the round. You should also understand gauge, and know how to make a swatch. Previous sweater knitting experience is not required, but is helpful.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHomework \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblocked\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e swatch of at least 4x4” knitted in the yarn you will be using (stockinette square) meeting a gauge of 18 stitches over 4”, row gauge is not important for this swatch. Caitlin will discuss that in class. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eInstructor\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaitlin Hunter is the knitwear designer behind Boyland Knitworks and an experienced teacher specializing in colorwork, sweater construction, and approachable garment knitting techniques. Known for her bold graphic yoke designs and clear pattern writing, Caitlin helps knitters build confidence while expanding their technical skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHer teaching style is practical, encouraging, and detail-oriented, with an emphasis on making complex techniques feel manageable and enjoyable. Whether teaching stranded colorwork, fit and shaping, finishing techniques, or creative design concepts, Caitlin aims to create classes that are skill-building, inspiring and fun. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBased in Alaska, her work is influenced by Nordic knitwear traditions, folk art, outdoor life, a love of nature and a passion for expressive, handmade clothing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCancellation Policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStudent cancellations, missed classes or no-shows can not be refunded or exchanged. Transfers are permitted. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcess of receiving your tickets:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive an email confirmation\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will need to download your ticket before the day of the event. (Print, save in your Apple wallet or screenshot the barcode).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLEASE NOTE: Tickets can be downloaded. Tickets can be transferred. If you transfer your ticket, your original ticket will be void and no longer valid. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note: Class registration must meet a 10 person minimum by September 1st or could be subject to cancellation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass is in person at the Sacred Sheep event at The Redd on Salmon in Portland, OR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SacredSheep","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51692482691362,"sku":"2750414","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/2728\/4258\/files\/IMG_1498.jpg?v=1780333923","url":"https:\/\/thesacredsheep.com\/products\/caitlin-hunter-design-your-own-yoke-workshop","provider":"SacredSheep","version":"1.0","type":"link"}