Join Caitlin Hunter of Boyland Knits for her DIY Yoke Workshop on Sunday, November 16th at Sacred Sheep at The Redd on Salmon in Portland, OR.
* Classes DO NOT include a ticket for Sacred Sheep event entry **
Design your own colorwork capelet! This yoke workshop, led by Caitlin of Boyland Knitworks, will walk you through the designing of your own yoke. Caitlin is especially known through the fiber community for her gorgeous yoke designs, you won't want to miss this workshop!
Class Time
Sunday, November 16th from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm at The Redd on Salmon in Portland, OR
Materials
- At least 2 colors of yarn in worsted weight or DK- wool is recommended. Elder or Marona are great options! Feel free to go stash diving for this class. 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.
- Needles 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” or 20” circulars. You may also want to bring longer cable lengths. An interchangeable set is extremely useful for this class, but not required.
- Stitch markers (at least 20)
- Tape measure
- Pencil or pen for note taking
- Optional: knitters graph paper, colored pencil (these will be provided, but you may want more or to work on your design outside of class.
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Skills Required
Advanced 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.
Homework
Instructor
Caitlin Hunter is a knitwear designer from Alaska. Her focus is on garments that are approachable, wearable and fun to knit for all levels of knitters, fit all body types and have a sense of whimsy and joy that can't be found in off the rack garments. Caitlin brings expertise and knowledge to her work from a degree in apparel design and former career in the traditional fashion industry. She currently lives in remote Homer, Alaska with her husband and 3 teenage boys and is constantly inspired by the wild and rugged beauty of Alaska.
Cancellation Policy
Student cancellations, missed classes or no-shows can not be refunded or exchanged. Transfers are permitted.
Process of receiving your tickets:
You will receive an email confirmation
You will need to download your ticket before the day of the event. (Print, save in your Apple wallet or screenshot the barcode).
PLEASE NOTE: Tickets can be downloaded. Tickets can be transferred. If you transfer your ticket, your original ticket will be void and no longer valid.
Please note: Class registration must meet a 10 person minimum by September 1st or could be subject to cancellation.
Class is in person at the Sacred Sheep event at The Redd on Salmon in Portland, OR
