Cocoknits Sweater Workshop: January

$225.00

Knit the perfect fit! This 2-day, 8-hour intensive workshop showcases Julie Weisenberger’s renowned method of top-down, set-in sleeve sweater construction – the Cocoknits Method. This innovative, step-by-step method features French-tailored shoulders and set-in sleeves, plus a plan to adjust the yoke and bust as needed for the perfect-for-you fit every time. The Cocoknits Method is a unique and fun way to knit a sweater that is just right for all body types.

Quantity

20 in stock - Ready to be shipped

This workshop will be led by co-instructors Kecia Kubota and Danni Supplee, both seasoned Cocoknits Sweater Method knitters. And we will be joined by “virtual Julie” at times thanks to her helpful video series. Taught over two, four-hour sessions, January 31 & February 1 from 10am-2pm, this format will allow time to practice techniques and work on the sweater between classes.

We will meet at the Camp Fire Central Oregon offices, located in the Sunlight Solar building: 150 NE Hawthorne Ave., in Bend - just down the street from the shop in the Bend Central District. Coffee, tea and nibbles will be provided. We will take a short break for lunch. Please either bring a brown bag lunch, or take a quick visit to one of the food carts at the Pine Shed, just next door. Early sign-up is suggested as there are a limited number of seats available for the class.

All participants in the workshop should have previously completed at least one sweater. To prepare for the workshop, purchase the Cocoknits Sweater Workshop book. We will be working from the pattern for Emma, which can be knit in many different weights of yarn. Choose yarn and circular needles to match the pattern gauge.

Cocoknits stitch markers will be provided and are yours to keep!

Materials:

Book: Cocoknits Sweater Workshop by Julie Weisenberger
Yarn in yardage required to knit your size at the stated gauge. Our sample will be knit in Malabrigo Chunky.
All appropriate needles for your chosen gauge
40” circular needle in the same size as your gauge needle for working Modified Magic Loop (optional)
DPNs or small-circumference circular needle in US 0-3 (2-3.5mm) range for picking up stitches
Paper and pencil
Flexible stitch holders or waste yarn for putting sleeve stitches on hold
Scrap yarn for practicing techniques (optional)

Homework:

Make a gauge swatch approximately 5"x 5" square in stockinette stitch with your yarn, getting a gauge of 12 stitches/18 rows over 4 inches per the pattern. Be sure to wash & block your gauge swatch and dry completely prior to measuring.
Practice the KLL, KRL, PLL and PRL increases. Instructions are included in the back of the Cocoknits Sweater Workshop book. Technique videos can be found on the Cocoknits YouTube channel.
Have clear knowledge of the long tail cast on method.