April 2-4, 2027 Skein Sisters Sydney, Australia

Center Out Knitting   Fri. Apr. 2 9:00 am - 12:00 pm AEDT     SOLD OUT

This class is a guided tour of the possibilities of center out accessories. We will look at 3 different cast on methods for center out projects and the unique strengths of each method. After casting on, we will try out different arrangements and types of increases to build different shawl, blanket, and scarf shapes such as a square or other regular polygon, rectangle, oblong, almond, and classic circular “pi” shawl. Many traditional lace and colorwork motifs can be converted to work with these shapes for spectacular results. By the end of the class, students will feel confident using these cast on methods to create center out accessories and add stitch and color patterns to various shapes.

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Intro to Stacked Stitches  Fri, Apr. 2   1:00 - 4:00 pm AEDT     SOLD OUT

Intro to Stacked Stitches  Sun, Apr. 4 1:00 - 4:00 pm AEDT     SOLD OUT

Stacked stitches are an innovative approach to striped colorwork, best known as the technique behind the Fox Paws pattern. Stacks can add shaping, create 3d texture, replace short rows, and when combined with stripes, they create intricate motifs without unsightly strands on the wrong side of your projects. You’ll never need to manage more than one color at a time or worry about bobbins because stacked stitches bend rows of garter stitch into new shapes and patterns using only increases and decreases. This introductory class will enable knitters of all levels to try out the technique in a swatch and become confident working patterns that incorporate stacked stitches. We will focus on mastering the increase and decrease stitches and learn several strategies for avoiding problems and fixing mistakes.

Requirements: This class is best suited for intermediate level knitters or adventurous beginners who  have experience reading patterns and working basic increases and decreases.

Supplies: Worsted weight scrap yarn in multiple colors, circular needles with a flexible cord in a corresponding  size to your yarn and a few adjacent sizes (metal or plastic needles are strongly recommended), stitch  markers. Optional materials: scratch paper, highlighter tape, and a digital row counter.

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Trypophobia Shawl Workshop  Sat. Apr. 3  1:00 - 4:00 pm AEDT  SOLD OUT

There are many ways to form large holes or in your knitting. My least favorite way to achieve holes is MOTHS. The Trypophobia Shawl uses my favorite technique to create big holes. We will be combining some clever increases and decreases to create openwork motifs in the shawl project. Students will have the opportunity to cast on a shawl project and work the first few pattern repeats in class.
Requirements: This class is best suited for intermediate level knitters or adventurous beginners who have experience reading patterns and working basic increases and decreases.

Supplies: 1 ball of yarn in any weight, appropriate size needles for your yarn. Optional
materials: Crochet hook, note paper/graph paper, a pencil and eraser, highlighters, and a digital row counter.

https://www.skeinsisters.com.au/products/trypophobia-shawl-class-with-xandy-peters

Color-blocked Brioche Sat. Apr. 3  1:00 - 4:00 pm AEDT

Brioche stitch and Intarsia colorwork are best friends. In fact, it’s easier to do intarsia with 2- color brioche than it is with stockinette or garter stitch!
In this class, we’ll review 2 color brioche stitch, then cast on a flat swatch.
Using a combination of shaping and intarsia, students will knit a wavy color
swatch. In the second half of class, students will learn how to modify their
swatch, how to work in the round, and how to add intarsia elements to existing brioche patterns
Homework: Bring in something you’ve knit in 2-color brioche. A flat swatch works fine.
Supplies: 3 colors of dk or worsted weight yarn, Circular Needles in a US #6 (4mm), stitch markers, a pencil and eraser, 2 different colored highlighters.

https://www.skeinsisters.com.au/products/colour-blocked-brioche-class-with-xandy-peters

Color Theory for Fiber Artists Sun. Apr. 4 9:00 am - 12:00 pm AEDT     SOLD OUT

Learn strategies to help you quickly and efficiently try out exciting yarns and colors in your knitting. First, we will use coloring pages to explore our innate color sense. The fundamental concepts of color interaction and theory will be introduced in a lecture format. During the presentation, students will learn about the color wheel, historical points of interest, and will see examples of quick and dirty color-ups from a fashion industry perspective, focusing on methods of exploring color combinations without the expense of yarn and the time intensive process of swatching. Students are encouraged to bring in “difficult” yarns, spinning fiber, and color inspiration. Coloring and knitting
swatches during the lecture time is encouraged.
In the second half of the class, we discuss everyone’s coloring pages and yarn comparisons. This is an interactive and conversational class, designed to show range of palettes and color perspectives and how a pattern is changed by color.
Homework: Fill in at least one coloring page on paper or digital printout or knit a stripe contrast swatch to show in class.

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