Stranded Knitting Foundations
| Instructor: Tonia Lyons | Class Capacity: 25 | |||
| Class Level: Beginner |
Description ~ Stranded Knitting Foundations
Stranded knitting creates some of the most eye-catching fabric in the knitting world—but before you dive into a project, it pays to understand how colorwork really works. In this relaxed, skill-building session, we'll focus on the foundations that make stranded knitting feel doable instead of daunting. You'll start by knitting a swatch while learning how to read a stranded knitting chart and understand how charts translate to stitches. We'll explore the different types of colorwork knitting, practice both rotating and parallel floats, and look at how yarn choice, gauge, and fabric all work together to create beautiful, wearable results. We'll also cover practical finishing skills, including how to manage and weave in ends neatly—because the back of your work matters, too. This session is perfect for knitters who want to build confidence, ask questions, and practice essential skills in a low-pressure environment before jumping into a full project.
Play with Pooling - Hat
| Instructor: Tonia Lyons | Class Capacity: 25 | |||
| Class Level: Intermediate |
Description ~ Play with Pooling - Hat
Turn your skeins of variegated yarn into intentional works of art. In this hands-on class, you'll explore the technique of assigned pooling—pairing a specific color in your yarn with a dedicated stitch pattern to create purposeful bursts of texture and visual interest. You'll learn how to identify the color sections within a skein that can be "assigned" a stitch pattern, how to choose background stitches that support the design, and how different textures influence the way color appears in your fabric. We'll look at a variety of stitch options that add movement and depth while allowing the yarn to shine. During class, you'll begin knitting a hat using an assigned pooling stitch pattern, giving you practical experience applying the technique right away. By the end, you'll understand how to let your yarn lead the design—transforming unpredictable color into something beautifully intentional.
All About Triangle Shawls
| Instructor: Tonia Lyons | Class Capacity: 25 | |||
| Class Level: Beginner |
Description ~ All About Triangle Shawls
Triangle shawls may look magical, but their secret is surprisingly simple: shaping. In this hands-on class, you'll explore the different ways triangle shawls are created by placing increases and decreases in specific locations—and how those choices affect the final shape, size, and drape of the shawl. We'll look at several common triangle shawl constructions and break down how each one works, so you can recognize them in patterns and understand why they behave the way they do. During class, you'll knit one or two small shawl swatches to practice these concepts and see the shaping take place right on your needles. You'll also learn practical techniques that make a big difference in shawl knitting, including how to work garter and i-cord tabs, choose and modify edge stitches, and add stitch patterns without disrupting the overall shape. By the end of the class, you'll have a clearer understanding of triangle shawl construction and the confidence to customize shawl patterns—or design your own—with intention.
Stranded Knitting Adventure - Cowl
| Instructor: Tonia Lyons | Class Capacity: 25 | |||
| Class Level: Intermediate |
Description ~ Stranded Knitting Adventure - Cowl
It's time to bring your stranded knitting skills to life. In this project-focused session, you'll cast on a stranded colorwork cowl and begin knitting with confidence, supported every step of the way. We'll review stranded knitting charts as they apply directly to your project, practice catching floats for a smooth and comfortable fabric, and troubleshoot common tension challenges as they arise. Along the way, we'll explore the rich traditions of stranded knitting from around the world and discuss how color choice plays a powerful role in the final look of your work. You'll learn how small color decisions can dramatically change a design—and how to make choices that work for you. By the end of this session, you'll be well on your way with your cowl and equipped with the skills and understanding needed to tackle future stranded knitting projects with confidence.
Tink, Frog, Fix
| Instructor: Tonia Lyons | Class Capacity: 25 | |||
| Class Level: Beginner |
Description ~ Tink, Frog, Fix
Mistakes are part of knitting—but so is fixing them. In this practical, confidence-building class, you'll learn how to read your knitting and recognize common problems before they turn into big frustrations. We'll cover how to identify and fix issues like twisted stitches, dropped stitches, and mistakes along edges, using techniques such as tinking and laddering down. You'll learn when it makes sense to fix a mistake, when it's easier to rip back, and how to do both calmly and efficiently. By taking the mystery and fear out of fixing mistakes, this class helps you knit with more confidence and less stress. You'll leave with a stronger understanding of how your knitting works—and the freedom to try new things knowing you can always fix what goes wrong.
Unlocking Color: Demystifying Variegated Yarn
| Instructor: Tonia Lyons | Class Capacity: 25 | |||
| Class Level: Beginner |
Description ~ Unlocking Color: Demystifying Variegated Yarn
Variegated yarns are beautiful, expressive, and often a little mysterious. In this confidence-building class, you'll learn how to work with the color changes in hand-dyed yarns instead of fighting them, unlocking new possibilities in your yarn stash and turning every skein into a thoughtful, intentional project. We'll cover the basics of hand-dyed yarns and the terminology used to describe variegated colorways, helping you better understand what you're seeing before you ever cast on. You'll explore a wide range of stitch patterns and design ideas that pair well with variegated yarns and learn how different textures can enhance—or overwhelm—color changes. We'll also talk through the key factors to consider when choosing knitting patterns for variegated yarns, including stitch definition, scale, and overall project goals. By the end of the class, you'll feel more confident selecting patterns and techniques that highlight the beauty of your yarn.
Fix Without Fear
| Instructor: Tonia Lyons | Class Capacity: 25 | |||
| Class Level: Intermediate |
Description ~ Fix Without Fear
Ready to take your fixing skills to the next level? In this follow-up to Tink, Frog, Fix, we'll focus on more advanced knitting mistakes and the techniques that allow you to fix them confidently—without ripping back rows of hard work. You'll learn how to identify and correct issues such as mis-crossed cables, incorrect increases and decreases, and common lace mistakes. We'll practice laddering down through more complex stitch patterns, discuss when and how to use lifelines, and explore strategies for fixing problems efficiently and calmly as you knit. This class is designed to replace frustration with confidence. By understanding how your stitches are formed and how mistakes travel through your fabric, you'll gain the skills to fix problems as they happen—and the freedom to knit more boldly, knowing you can always recover.
Wrapped in Tradition: The Faroese Shawl
| Instructor: Tonia Lyons | Class Capacity: 25 | |||
| Class Level: Beginner |
Description ~ Wrapped in Tradition: The Faroese Shawl
Faroese shawls are known for their elegant shaping and practical design—created to stay comfortably on the shoulders without slipping. In this engaging and hands-on class, you'll explore the history and cultural background of the traditional Faroese shawl while learning how its distinctive construction creates both beauty and function. We'll break down the key structural elements that define a Faroese shawl and discuss how its shaping differs from more familiar triangle or crescent shawls. During class, you'll work a garter tab cast-on and begin knitting a mini shawl sample to see the shaping in action and understand how the pieces come together. You'll also receive a companion pattern designed specifically for this class. If time allows, you may begin casting on during the final portion of the session—or take it with you to continue your shawl after class. By the end, you'll not only appreciate the tradition behind Faroese shawls but also understand how to confidently knit—and even customize—this timeless and wearable style.