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Knitting

3 hrs

Advanced Beginner

Skein Sisters Workshops

Knit My First Shawl - Advanced Beginner

Name: Knit My First Shawl - Advanced Beginner
Brand: Skein Sisters Workshops
SKU: WS-LS-KMFSHW
Price: 95.00 AUD
Availability: InStock

$95.00

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Highlights

Knitting

3 hrs

Advanced Beginner

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Why you'll love it

Wrap yourself in warmth and style and learn the skills you need to knit a snuggly shawl. Shawls are the perfect learning palette for more complex patterns, and are also ideal for using and combining fun pops of colour. Level: Advanced Beginner

Shawls are the perfect learning palette for future more complex patterns. They are also the ideal project for using fun colours that you might not normally wear, or a great way to add speckles, pops of colour and texture into your wardrobe!

In class you will learn all the skills and techniques needed to knit a triangular, striped garter stitch shawl using your choice of 14ply or 10ply yarn. You will knit your shawl following a simple pattern (which is included in your class fee). You'll start your shawl in class and learn all the knitting skills and techniques you'll need to finish it later at home.

The large squishy triangular shaped shawl makes the perfect first shawl project for beginner knitters. It is a simple garter stitch design that begins with a garter tab cast on and continues with a garter border, decorative eyelets, and centre spine. This pattern could be an excellent stash buster.

Highlights

Linda is ready to take you through the skills needed to make your first shawl. We'll begin by casting on together and setting up the shaping of the shawl. Along the way you will learn how to read a simple knitting pattern, as well as loads of techniques and concepts essential to shawl knitting. There will be plenty of time in the class for questions and discussion.

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We'd love to see your finished shawl. Bring it into the shop or post and tag us on Socials using #skeinsisters

Other projects to try (see images)

Hitchhiker by Martina Behm
Spindrift Shawl by Helen Stewart
Pogona by Stephen West
Free Your Fade by Andrea Mowry
Seashell Shawl by Francoise Danoy

What's next?

Many designers include brioche in their shawl patterns, and it has a reputation for being difficult, but Linda will break it down and simplify it for you in Beginner Brioche Knitting.

Explore our fabulous full range of knitting and crochet classes here.

Skills Needed

This class is perfect for beginners who have already learned to knit and want to upgrade their skills to the next level. Experienced knitters who have never tried knitting a shawl will enjoy it too. You must know how to knit (but not necessarily purl).

What To Bring

You will need to bring:

Four balls of Fiddlesticks Grange 10 in 3 different colours OR four balls of Fiddlesticks Grange 14 yarn in 3 different colours if you prefer a heavier, squishier shawl. Alternatively: 400g of another wool based 12/14ply yarn or 10ply yarn This shawl looks stunning in Sesia Bunny, Malabrigo Rios or BC Garn Loch Lomond.
You will need 1 ball/skein each of C1 and C2, and 2 balls/skeins of C3.
If using 14 ply yarn: 6.5mm circular needles, 80-100cm long
If using 10 ply yarn: 5mm circular needles, 80-100cm long

Linda is holding her 14 ply Grange 14 sample which uses: 1 ball of Pearl, 1 ball of Ocean and 2 balls of Navy. Her 10 ply sample (draped on a chair) is knitted in BC Garn Loch Lomond uses: 1 skein of 06 Silver, 1 skein of 24 Fresh Green and 2 skeins of 16 Night Blue.

You're entitled to a 10% discount on yarn, accessory and book purchases in store on the day of your class. Simply mention when purchasing that you're attending a class. If you're planning on purchasing your class materials on the day of your class, please arrive at least 20 minutes before the start time and our friendly shop team will help you with your selection.

Class Prep

There is no preparation for this class.

If you need to purchase materials on the day of your class please arrive 20 minutes early and we’ll help you with your selection.

You’ll receive a 10% discount on any yarn, notions and book purchases you make in store on the day.

Class Location

721 New Canterbury Road, Dulwich Hill, NSW 2203

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Store Accessibility

The main shop is accessible to all.
The double doors on New Canterbury Road allow for flat access to the shop.

Parking

There is plenty of all-day and two-hour parking around Skein Sisters.
Parking along New Canterbury Road, directly outside the shop, allows for access to the shop for those using wheelchairs or disability scooters.

Public Transport

We are a 10-minute walk from Hurlstone Park train station, as well as Dulwich Grove Light Rail station. Buses also run along New Canterbury Road past the shop.
See our Contact Us page for more information.

Cancellation

You can cancel a class booking...

Up to 7 days before the class – you are able to cancel and receive a full refund.
7 days – 72 hours before the class – we are able to offer a credit but we cannot guarantee a full refund unless another booking fills your spot.
Less than 72 hours before the class – no credit or refund available.

Class Terms & Conditions

Full payment is required prior to the start of the class to confirm your spot.

Minimum numbers – All classes require a minimum of three people in order to go ahead and, depending on the class, a maximum of ten. If your class or workshop does not have the minimum number of students, the class will be postponed and you will be notified within three days of the class date if it has been cancelled or changed. We cannot be held liable for travel or any other costs in the event of a cancellation.

If your class is postponed or cancelled you can use the amount paid to transfer to another event/activity, use it as a store credit, or be issued a full refund.

Customer Reviews

Your Teacher

Linda Scocca

Linda was taught how to knit by her mum when she was eight years old and encouraged by both her Nonna’s to keep her hands busy. Knitting, crochet, embroidery and sewing where all a part of her life from a young age. After a break from crafting Linda came back to it, and knitting in particular, with a vengeance! Shawls, jumpers, cardigans, socks, colourwork, lace, cables, accessories - she wants and does knit all the things!

Linda enjoys helping many knitters and crocheters decipher tricky patterns and learn new techniques at our regular Help Clinic. She has oodles of patience for beginners and is excited to welcome newcomers to our much loved craft.