workshops for 2009
An exciting series of knitting classes and workshops for all abilities with professional teachers, being held in Shaldon, Devon - call, email or book online now to reserve your place.
Please telephone 01626 873615 from 9:00am - 5:00pm Monday to Friday or email us at enquiries@lanapura.com. If for any reason we are unable to take your call, please leave a message and we will return your call promptly.
All courses run from 10am to 4pm. The cost for each course is £40 - materials, lunch and refreshments supplied.
Accommodation
Why not stay a night - or even a weekend - when you come to your class. You'll find a wide selection of accommodation by visiting www.shaldon-devon.co.uk. Alternatively call us on 01626 873615 and we'll make the arrangements for you.
About the teachers
Alison Crowther-Smith is a Rowan Yarns Designer Consultant. She has been working for Rowan since early 2005. Alison has run many teach-ins and workshops and is the author of Shibori Knitted Felt and her new book 'Little Luxury Knits: 20 accessories using Rowan's Kid Silk yarns' is due to be published in late February/early March 2009.
Debbie Abrahams is well-known for her colourful, vibrant, contemporary designs and has also published 5 books on knitting blankets, afghans, cushions and how to design your own knits. She also runs The Mystery Blanket Club, which has subscribers from all over the world.
The Workshops - 2009
Saturday 7th February - "An Introduction to Knitting in the Round"
with Alison Crowther-Smith
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Thursday 2nd April - "Mystery Blanket Techniques For All"
with Debbie Abrahams
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Saturday 9th May - "Lace Knitting"
with Alison Crowther-Smith
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Saturday 6th June - "Rowan Kidsilk Workshop: Gorgeous Gifts & Accessories"
with Alison Crowther-Smith
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Saturday 19th September - "Shibori Knitted Felt"
with Alison Crowther-Smith
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Saturday 17th October – "Professional Finishing Techniques"
with Alison Crowther-Smith
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Saturday 28th November – "A Knitted Christmas: Create & Decorate"
with Alison Crowther-Smith
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Remember - all participants are entitled to 10% discount on any purchases made on the day.
an introduction to knitting in the round
This workshop will introduce to knitting in the round on 4 or 5 double-pointed needles by teaching the principles of casting-on and getting started, increasing, decreasing, heel-turning and decorative features. Using this amazingly versatile skill you will gain an array of ideas to create socks, mitts and gift bags.
mystery blanket techniques for all
Brush up on all your knitting skills, including lace stitches, beads, cables, bobbles and colour work. If you are a Mystery Club member bring along your squares and Debbie will give you any help and advice that you need to get them completed. If you are not a Club member then Debbie will have a variety of squares for you to choose from so that you can improve your knitting skills in all the areas mentioned above.
This workshop will concentrate on lace knitting techniques; how to read a lace chart, to cast on including provisional cast-on and how to cast-off, knit a variety of lace stitches and add edgings to create beautiful garments and gifts. You will knit lace swatches from patterns provided and take home a pattern for a project.
kidsilk haze: gorgeous gifts and accessories
This workshop introduces knitters to the unique and beautiful Rowan yarn. You will be taught how to knit most effectively with Kid Silk Haze, including most suitable cast-on methods, gauge options, applications for using the yarn, knitting with beads and sequins, simple lace stitches, picking-up-and-knitting for frills and edges, knitting frills and decorate cast-offs. After the workshop you will be able to take home a free pattern and using your new skills and complete a Kid Silk Haze project.
Learn all you will ever need to know about hand-knitting projects for felting in your washing machine. The workshop covers felting basics and all the technical information you need to understand the process, knit and felt two swatches, both using the main Shibori techniques, take home a free pattern for a project at home and begin the process of using this skill to design or adapt patterns for yourself. For basic and intermediate knitters and above.
professional finishing techniques
This course will cover finishing techniques for your knitted projects; shaping correctly, button holes, sewing in ends, picking up stitches, blocking and pressing and sewing up using a variety of stitches. Use these tips and techniques to bring extra polish to your finished hand-knitted garment and make it a pleasure to finish and wear.
Knit an array of lovely Christmas decorations for the tree and table, or as gifts. The course covers techniques needed to knit with beads and sequins, baubles and festive gift bags as well as felted decorations and beads. On the day you will knit at least two decorations and take home a pattern sheet so that you can create your own collection at home.
