Knitting FUNdamentals 3: Novice Slipover by PetiteKnit - Saturdays 2:00 - 3:30 pm, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26 and 10/3
Flock EweNiversity at Peninsula Flock Knits Knitting FUNdamentals 3 Novice Slipover by PetiteKnit Ready to knit your first top? The Novice Slipover by PetiteKnit is the perfect springboard into the world of making sweaters and tops. This project class includes detailed instructions for those who are eager to knit their first garment. Starting at the back shoulders, it is knit top-down on circular needles, which is a great method to check the fit as you go and add or subtract length. You will also learn to pick up stitches for the neck and armbands, which you can apply any time you need to pick stitches up in the future! Skills Taught: M1L, M1R, backward loop cast on, knitting in the round, picking up stitches, ribbing Class Times: 2:00 - 3:30 pm, Saturdays Dates: September 12, 19 and 26 and October 3 Class Size: 5 students (age 16+) maximum. A minimum of 3 students must register and pay for the class in order for the class to be held. Fee: $150 for four 90-minutes classes Skill Level: Cast on, knit, and purl Materials: US8 (5 mm), US7 (4.5 mm), US6 (4 mm) circular needles, 14” and 22” or 30” cords, stitch markers, tapestry needle (all materials are available for purchase at Peninsula Flock Knits) Yarn: Knitting for Olive heavy merino (worsted weight yarn) (yarn is available for purchase at Peninsula Flock Knits). See below for suggested number of balls to puchase. Click HERE to purchase your yarn before the first class. Pattern: Students will need to have their own copy of the pattern. Students can purchase the pattern at Peninsula Flock Knits or directly through Ravelry. Cost is approximately $8.00 Your Teacher: Sophia Size guide The Novice Slipover is designed to have approx. 15 cm [6 inches] of positive ease. The sizes XXS (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) 4XL (5XL) are designed to fit a bust circumference of 75-80 (80-85) 85-90 (90-95) 95-100 (100-110) 110-120 (120-130) 130-140 (140-150) cm [31½-33½ (33½-35½) 35½-37½ (37½-39½) 39½-43¼ (43¼-47¼) 47¼-51¼ (51¼-55) 55-59 inches]. The measurements for the finished garment are given on the first page of the pattern. Before beginning your project, measure yourself to determine which size will fit you best. For example, if you measure 90 cm [35½ inches] around your bust (or around the widest part of your upper body) you should knit a size S. A size S slipover has a bust circumference of 105 cm [41¼ inches], which in the given example would give you 15 cm [6 inches] of positive ease. Sizes: XXS (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) 4XL (5XL) Measurements: Bust circumference: 95 (100) 105 (109) 114 (120) 131 (140) 151 (160) cm [37½ (39¼) 41¼ (43) 45 (47¼) 5½ (55) 59½ (63) inches] Length: 49 (53) 55 (57) 58 (60) 62 (64) 66 (68) cm [19¼ (20¾) 21¾ (22½) 22¾ (23½) 24½ (25¼) 26 (26¾) inches] measured mid back incl. neck rib edge Gauge: 17 stitches x 25 rows = 10 x 10 cm [4 x 4 inches] in stockinette stitch on a 5 mm [US8] needle after wash and blocking Materials: Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino – Suggested # of Balls (50g = 125m). 5 (7) 7 (7) 7 (8) 8 (8) 8-10 (10) Balls Click HERE to purchase your yarn before the first class. Please see Flock EweNiversity class policies and the Frequently Asked Questions at the bottom of the Peninsula Flock Knits web page for information about our policies on class cancellation and returns and exchanges of yarn and other materials. Please contact us at hello@PeninsulaFlockKnits.com with any questions.