Steeking - be not afraid! with Carolyn

Date: Saturday, February 11
Time: 1:00-3:00
Cost: $20+materials
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Teacher: Carolyn

SteekingSteeking is a technique used to knit tubes.  Once finished, the knitted tube is cut in the places where you would like to make an opening or attach another piece.  There is no purling or seaming involved.  In this class, focused on fair isle steeks, we will discuss setting up steeks as well as planning and placing them.  We will explore unreinforced, hand sewn and crocheted steeks.  So, bring your scissors, and we’ll practice cutting your knitting!

Materials required:
• 1 skein light-colored, worsted weight, 100% wool yarn
• A small amount of sock weight yarn in a light color that is different from the color of your swatch (see homework)
• Size F or G crochet hook
• Small scissors
• 16” size US 7 circular needles or double-pointed needles

Homework Prior to the first class, please complete the following: Use a light coloured worsted weight, 100% wool yarn to knit 3 swatches measuring 8 inches around and 4 inches long.  The 3 swatches must be knit in the round

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