Learn how to knit traditional stranded colorwork using what is known in the Nordic countries as “peasant knitting.” Working in the round with two colors at a time, knitters of old held one color in each hand, knitting as they led the cows back to the barn or wandered down to the docks, hoping to spy their beloved fisherman returning with a bountiful catch.

Students will be knitting a traditional Scandinavian cowl which is designed specifically to be an entry-level project to focus on the skill of stranding. Since there are no more than five stitches between color changes, the students need not worry about securing floats, and the use of a 16” circular needle eliminates the need to fuss with double pointed needles or magic loops.

Skills Level: Students must be comfortable knitting, ribbing, and binding off. It is helpful, though not required, to be familiar with both Continental and English methods of knitting and working in the round. (Students in this class should already have successfully completed a number of single-color projects.)

Students should bring to class: Circular needles size US 5 [3.75 mm] in 16” [40 mm] length, stitch markers

Materials: A supply kit is provided by the instructor and includes enough high quality, next-to-skin-soft wool to complete the project and one free pattern. The kit price is $27.00(a significant savings in yarn cost!) and is included in the class tuition.

Cost Details
Tuition:   $40.00
Material Fee:   $27.00