Sweaters from the Top Down – Raglan and Circular Yoke Styles

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, March 8th 5:00 pm
Instructor: Ann Budd
Time: 9am to 4pm (Box Lunch Provided).
Date: Friday, March 10, 2017
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner. (Must be comfortable working on double pointed needles). 
Skills Taught: Following the techniques outlined in Ann Budd’s book, The Knitter’s Handy Book of Top-Down Sweaters, learn the basics for knitting a sweater from the top down by knitting a miniature sweater (it may fit an infant) in worsted-weight yarn. In class you will choose between raglan and circular yoke styles and between a crew and V-neck. You’ll learn basic sweater design and construction principles for working from the top down, how to follow patterns in all The Knitter’s Handy Book series by Ann Budd, as well as tips and tricks along the way. 

Supplies: Two skeins of worsted-weight wool or wool blend yarn (acrylic is not recommended as it will not block), such as Cascade 220 (you may only need one skein but you don’t want to run out); The Knitter’s Handy Guide to Top-Down Sweaters (or make arrangements to share with a friend); size US 7 or 8 needles in 24″ circular and a set of double pointed needles in the same size. (Two circulars or magic loop method can be substituted). Also required: A tape measure; tapestry needle; size F, G, or H (3.75 to 4.75mm) crochet hook; smooth cotton waste yarn for provisional cast on; stitch holders; round stitch markers and removable stitch markers. 
               

Class policies: 
Enrollment: Class is limited to 20 people unless approved by the instructor. Enrollment must be made at least 48 hours in advance of the first class to ensure there is a space for you. (And to confirm your lunch order). You can sign up in the store, online, or by phone (817)731-5044. 

Cancellations: 
If you need to cancel your class registration, you will be issued store credit for the class amount if you give us a week or more notice. If given less than a week and we can fill your spot in the knitting class, you will be issued store credit for the class amount. 

If there are less than 8 students in a class, the class may be cancelled one day prior and store credit will be issued for the class fee. 

Missed Classes:
Missed single classes cannot be made up or credited towards a future class.