Hi. Class was a wonderful turnout Thursday evening; it’s great renewing friendships and making new ones. This evening we started the Cottage Tea Cozy; two handouts were distributed for this project. But before I get into this project, here is a reminder for Project 2, the entrelac tote.
Reminder
On the fourth week of class, we will start Project #2, the felted entrelac tote. Our assignment is to order the pattern from http://www.knitpicks.com/ or by calling 1-800-574-1323 before that week. The pattern number is 50406 on page 42 of the Knit Picks catalog. (I tried to order the pattern on Monday, but it is not available. They will email me when it is available; we still have some time.)
You will also need to have 10.5 circular needles, 24 inches and a set of 10.5 double point needles. You can use yarn scraps from home for this project.
Project 1: Tea Cozy
Should I begin with the roof or the house? If you have little experience knitting with circular needles, then start with the house because it is easier. Experienced circular needle knitters may want to start with the roof first because it is harder.
Can I use regular embroidery thread for embellishing the project? Yes. Linda is taking orders for Perle Cotton embroidery thread that her sister sells for 50 cents each/30 yd; however, you may use ones you already have.
What is M1? This stands for make 1 (a stitch for increasing); it is picking up stitches between stitches. A handout was distributed for M1.
How far should I knit to by next week? It is up to you; work at your own pace and don’t feel bad if you are behind.
Some abbreviations used in this pattern:
MC = main color
M = marker
CC = ? color for roof
See you next week.
