Lynn turned the intarsia sampler into a cute hat.
Normal hat, Crazy hat! This hat can be worn inside out for two different moods.
Steeks
We went over the handouts on steeks and worked on our two Fair Isle projects. Note the two samplers need to be interlocked instead of stranded for steeks to work. Next week we will cut the two samplers; very sharp scissors are suggested for this process. Also bring sewing thread and needle for the acrylic sampler.
The Cardigan Patterns
Please use one of the patterns for the cardigan from Linda’s handouts. You are welcome to use any other pattern or project you like, but Linda will not be able to help with any questions or problems. It is too difficult to read and be familiar with 33 different patterns.
The garter stitch baby and adult cardigan patterns have been ordered. Linda used ww acrylic yarn with size 8 needles to make a toddler size cardigan. She used all of the two skeins of different colors on long cable needles. The pattern calls for two different sport weight wool such as 2-ply sheep’s wool, Shetland wool, and/or Canadiana (?) regal wool. You may want to wait until you read the pattern before buying yarn. There is no deadline on when you should have these supplies.
The whole piece before folding into a cardigan.
Although it is not fun, it is important to make a swatch to check the gauge before starting the cardigan project for good fit.
Linda also reminded us to think about embellishments. She brought books for ideas.
Stitch n’ Ride
A sign up sheet for coordinating the Stitch n Ride was passed around. If you have any questions about this event, click on Stitch n Ride 2008 on the left side column or contact Irene. Tickets are being sent by certified mail.
Phone and Email List
The class email list was passed around for a last minute check for errors.
Summer Craft Camp
Linda brought brochures of the summer craft camp she teaches in the Ozarks. A couple of students are thinking of participating this year.
Money
Suggestions are needed on how to spend the $360 raised from the sale of the calendar and brochures. Some ideas are purchasing knitting reference books and videos or inviting an internationally known teacher to speak.
Gift Idea for Valentine’s Day
If you want Denise Needles and your family does not know what to get you for Valentine’s Day, ask for Denise Needles. That’s what Rosemary did, and she is getting them from her husband for Valentine’s Day.
Knit on!
Cynthia shared with us this bargain book ($13) from Barnes & Noble.
Fran made this baby cardigan from the yarn at our cottage sale.
Sara made this beautiful sweater using two different yarn.
From the lace class, Pat finished this elegant sparkling bag.
Intarsia and Lace Scarves by Irene
3 comments:
how about donating the money to buy yarn and then have Linda's students make hats, scarves, lap blankets for people in need, the women's shelter and/or individuals in the hospital in hospice.
While having a speaker at 1 class is a nice idea not everyone gets to participate. Plus wouldn't it be nicer to donate the money to a special cause. As one of the participants in the knitting project this is my opinion.
Hi. Thank you for your suggestion. I believe students from all of Linda's knitting classes will be informed if a guest speaker is invited; however, they may not be available on the date and time. I will pass your idea on to the class; it is so cold now that people in need would appreciate the warmth.
Thanks Irene for suggesting to the class. Not against buying books or even the guest speaker but providing for those less fornuate or ill is such a more rewarding feeling.
Additionally with having a guest speaker, you have restrictions as to how many people can show up to listen and then how do you figure out whom to invite and their topic.
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