KNITopia CRUISE 2024!

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DESIGN YOUR OWN DROP SHOULDER CARDIGAN

with Joji Locatelli

Learn how to make a cardigan of your own creation by using the simplest construction!

An open front cardigan can be built in many ways, but the easiest method is to use a rectangular seamless construction. Just choose your own yarn and stitch pattern to make the cardigan of your dreams.

During this 3-hour workshop we'll discuss:

• How to take your measurements
• What is ease and how to use it in pattern making
• Drop shoulder constructions
• How different yarns will behave
• How to include lace or cable patterns in your design
• How to block your sweater.

And of course, we will do some maths and get you started on your own journey as a sweater designer!

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FROM HOMEMADE TO HANDMADE: ELEVATE YOUR KNITS TO WOW!

with Marilyn Woodruff

This class will be a hands-on session where you will learn practical tips, tricks, and hacks that will help you solve the pesky issues many knitters encounter while knitting. 

A few examples of what you will learn include how to:

• Make your K2TOG and SSK stitches mirror each other for beautiful lace
• Make your ribbing and cables look more even
• Bind off evenly without worrying about tension (and how to avoid flare-ups in lace bind-offs)
• Jogless stripes and beautiful stripes in ribbing
• Make a long-tail cast on that will NEVER let you down (no more long-tail regret!!)
• Lose that “hitch” at the end of a bind-off in the round
• And more!

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INTRODUCTION TO STACKED STITCHES

with Xandy Peters

Stacked stitches are an innovative approach to striped colorwork, best known as the technique behind the Fox Paws pattern, developed by Mastermind  Extraordinaire, Xandy Peters.

Stacks can add shaping, create 3D texture, replace short rows, and when combined with stripes, they create intricate motifs without unsightly strands on the wrong side of your projects. 

Best of all, you’ll never need to manage more than one color at a time or worry about bobbins because stacked stitches bend rows of garter stitch into new shapes and patterns using only increases and decreases.

This introductory class will enable knitters of all levels to try out the technique in a swatch and become confident working patterns that

incorporate stacked stitches. 

We will focus on mastering the increase and decrease stitches and will learn several

strategies for avoiding problems and

fixing mistakes.

Come learn from the OG!

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YOU CAN'T GO WRONG: REVERSIBLE CABLES

with Melissa Leapman

In this hands-on workshop, we'll explore cable pattern that look great on both sides.

By the end of class, you'll amaze yourself (and everyone else) with fabrics that have completely different cables on each side! 

No sorcery required.

(Note: Participants should be very comfortable knitting typical cables prior to the class.)  

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MY FIRST BRIOCHE SHAWL

with Joji Locatelli 

Let's start knitting your first brioche shawl together!

Sure, brioche can be intimidating, but the best way to learn it is to jump right in with a project you really like. 

Joji has designed a simple but beautiful shawl especially for this class. It involves garter and brioche stitch sections to learn the basic brioche stitch (worked flat). You'll

You'll leave this class having confidently taken your first steps in brioche knitting, and you'll have a fun project to knit as a cruise souvenir!

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COLORWORK GAMES

with Xandy Peters

If you love playing with geometry and want to combine your fiber arts with some fun math puzzles and games, this class is made for you! 

We’ll look at Truchet tiles and learn how to use rotational symmetry to turn a simple group of tiles into varied designs.

By the end of the session, you'll create your own colorwork tile sets on paper, learn how to create seamless-looking patterns, and explore all the amazing possibilities!

Requirements: Students should be familiar with 2 color stranded colorwork.

STITCH BY COLOR

with Xandy Peters

Have you ever struggled to find project ideas for multicolored yarn? 

In this class we will create colorwork, texture, or lace using variegated yarn as our guide. In plain stockinette or garter stitch, multicolor yarns create a linear pattern, but you can completely change the way a multicolor yarn looks by isolating the colors! 

In the first part of class, we will look at examples and patterns that use the stitch by color concept. We will also

go over techniques and strategies to produce stunning, colorful results. 

In the second part of class, we will try out a variety of methods for isolating or emphasizing a single color in a variegated yarn. 

Each student will work on a swatch or mini shawl in class using one of the techniques discussed, and everyone will share their results and discuss how color and their chosen stitch affected the outcome of their

stitch pattern.

Cool stuff!

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FAUX BRI-AUX

with Melissa Leapman

Do you love the look of brioche knitting but can’t keep your "brk" and "brp" stitches straight? 

In this three-hour hands-on workshop, learn how to work several super-squishy—and fun! —stitch patterns that look like brioche without the fuss! 

INSIDE OUT KNITTING

with Xandy Peters

 Join Xandy for this fascinating guided tour of the possibilities of center out accessories. 

We will look at 3 different cast on methods for center out projects and the unique strengths of each method.

After casting on, we will explore how to use different arrangements and types of increases to build different shawl, blanket, and scarf shapes, including a square or other regular polygon, rectangle, oblong, almond, and classic circular “pi” shawl. 

Many traditional lace and colorwork motifs can be converted to work with these shapes for spectacular results. By the end of the class, students will feel confident using these cast on methods to create center out accessories and add stitch and color patterns to various shapes.

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Góða Skemmtun  Mystery Shawl

with Melissa Leapman

Loosely translated,  "góða skemmtun" means "have fun" in Icelandic.

In this class, Melissa will introduce her newest shawl design.

It has an unusual construction with bits of colorwork which will ensure you will "have fun" knitting--and wearing--this beauty.

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EMBELLISHED CABLES 

with Joji Locatelli

Give your cabled projects a whole new look!

In this fun class, Joji will show you how to make your everyday cables pop and look intriguing by using techniques like embroidery, i-cord threading and weaving.

Early in the session, you'll get a comprehensive review of basic cabling techniques and will then explore an assortment of embellishing options.

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SWEATERS THAT FIT

with Joji Locatelli

Are you afraid of knitting sweaters? Do you want to take your skills to your next level?

In this 3-hour workshop, we'll discuss how to make sweaters that fit you perfectly by choosing the right styles and customizing them just for you.

You will discover:

• How to choose the best sweater styles and shapes for your body. 
• How to take measurements of your body and choose the right size of the pattern you want knit. 
• How to customize a sweater to your own body measurements and proportions.
• How to add bust darts, waist shaping, curved hems, and length to the back so that the sweater doesn’t ride up.

Bring your questions to learn all these things and more!