Here is our new model for online classes- combining them with General Coach & Connect at the end of the month: only one class per month, with recorded recaps of the info presented available on my main website for members. In the past I have had classes more frequently, with low-quality recordings of the zoom sessions. My plan with spaced out classes is we can keep them informal, they will not be recorded, and I will make a higher quality recording of the same info that class attendees will have access to on my website.
Our Top-Down sweater class will be offered starting January 2027, coordinating with our in-shop class. 4 sessions over 4 months to help you process and understand the construction of many modern sweater patterns. We have a short list of top-down sweaters we have enjoyed in the shop for you to consider, though any top-down sweater is welcome in the class. Class topics will be:
A. Overview, gauge swatching, and starting-knitting the Yoke (January 31 2027)
B. Sleeve Separation, Body Knitting, and more! (February 28)
C. Getting started on your sleeves, Understanding sleeve construction (March 28)
D. Finishing: Blocking, weaving in ends, all your questions. (April 25)
This will happen on the last Sunday of every month, 2-4 pm US Eastern time, starting in January 2027, see dates above.
Some of these sessions will overlap with the current Make-a-long or General Coach & Connect- we will make space for all content and questions!
Short list of patterns (you can pick another pattern, as long as it is top-down!!):
Flax by Tin Can Knits, available in Worsted, DK, and Fingering versions (straightforward Raglan)
Billie Pullover by Sari Nordlund (cables, raglan yoke)
Ranunculus by Midori Hirose (lace/texture top, even yoke increase)
Tecumseh by Caitlin Hunter (stranded colorwork throughout, even yoke increase)
Goldwing by Jennifer Steingass ( stranded colorwork top, even yoke increase)