{"product_id":"first-sweater-august-september","title":"First Sweater: August\/September","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoin our all-star knitting instructor, Dedra, as she walks you through every detail of making your very own sweater. At the end of this class, you'll have a very cute, very sporty pullover that you'll proudly wear everywhere! Class meets five times over the course of seven weeks to knit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/varsity-sweater-5\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVarsity Sweater\u003c\/a\u003e by Lamb \u0026amp; Kid Designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass 1: Starting out right!\u003c\/strong\u003e In this first class, we'll cover the all-important gauge swatch - how to do it right and what to do if you're not getting gauge. We will also discuss different types of sweater construction, top down, bottom up, cardigans and pullovers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass 2: All about the yoke. \u003c\/strong\u003eWe'll learn how to use short rows to shape the neckline for elegance and a comfortable fit and, at the same time, we'll be working those raglan sleeve increases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass 3: Getting to the meat of it. \u003c\/strong\u003eThis week we'll tackle the sleeves and body of the sweater. Once your sleeve stitches are secured, cables are adjusted and a few rows are under your belt, it's smooth sailing from here! We'll send you off on a two-week break to knit, knit, knit on your own with the goal of coming back with a completed, bound off sweater body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass 4: School's back in session!\u003c\/strong\u003e We'll gather together again and jump in on those sleeves, learning how to shape them, along with strategies for making them the perfect length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass 5: Graduation Day! \u003c\/strong\u003eWe will finish our sweaters strong and celebrate the big win! We'll talk about finishing techniques and how to care for your handmade heirloom. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCongratulations, you've graduated to Sweater Knitter!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e 905-1648 yards of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fancywork.com\/collections\/worsted\"\u003eworsted weight yarn,\u003c\/a\u003e such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fancywork.com\/collections\/worsted\/products\/riti?variant=50070847652114\"\u003eAmano Yarns' Riti \u003c\/a\u003edepending on the size you choose to knit. (Don't worry, we're happy help you determine yardage.) *Approx. 20 yards of contrasting worsted weight yarn for each sleeve stripe. Suggested needle sizes: US 7 circular knitting needles in 16\" and 24-32\" length. US 5 circular knitting needles in 16\" and 32\" lengths, or sizes required to get listed pattern gauge. Darning needle, 4 stitch markers, including a unique one for BOR, and a pair of scissors. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full relative\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte pt-2 pb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-7 info-left\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"information\" class=\"mt-2 mt-md-4 active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"toggle-content toggle-content-md content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"toggle-content toggle-content-md content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisite skills:\u003c\/strong\u003e Casting on, joining in the round, knitting, purling and binding off.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHomework: \u003c\/strong\u003eIn order to keep pace with the class agenda, you'll need to knit an average of 8 rows per day throughout the length of the class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dedra Clark\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Policies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Be sure to read our general \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/3225de.myshopify.com\/pages\/class-policies\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClass Policies\u003c\/a\u003e before registering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCancellation Policy:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you need to cancel or reschedule your registration, please provide at least 24 hours advance notice before the start of your first class for a refund minus a $10 service fee. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours notice are non-refundable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fancywork Yarn Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52578109325586,"sku":"210000014412","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0815\/6993\/9730\/files\/First-Sweater-Varsity-Sweater2_5cad7a4c-09ef-4c65-95b6-f8c7b4f2763d.jpg?v=1729965046","url":"https:\/\/fancywork.com\/products\/first-sweater-august-september","provider":"Fancywork Yarn Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}