Numana Yarns

Double knitting creates a two-layer fabric, usually knit in two colours to create a reversible fabric where each side is a mirror of each other in stockinette. There are two basic ways to knit this double-sided fabric. We’ll cover both techniques in the first session, as well as yarn management, basic structure of double-knit fabric, how to read chart patterns & tips for how to knit this technique successfully. In the second session, we’ll look at cast-on options and start on the project you’ve chosen to knit.

Skills will be taught and demonstrated right- and left-handed, if needed.

SKILL REQUIRED

Intermediate – advance knitter. It would be ideal to have some experience working with two yarns at the same time.

TECHNIQUES TO LEARN

Selvedge edges, cast-on options, double knit in two passes, double knit in one pass, and chart reading.

REQUIRED MATERIALS

Sport – dk weight yarn to practice with, 2 colours that contrast well, in solid or tonal colours. Smooth yarn with a moderate - high twist work best.

The pattern you have chosen to knit, yarn and needles as recommended in the pattern, for the second session.

NEEDLE SIZE

Bring needle size suitable for yarn weight you are using, in at lease 24” circulars or 10” straight needles. As well as additional needles one size smaller than what’s suitable for the yarn weight you are using.

MATERIALS TO BRING

First session: needles, scissors, stitch markers, practice yarn, pen/pencil for taking notes.

Second session: pattern, needles and yarn you are using for the pattern you’ve chosen to knit.

Please be aware that this class runs over 1 weekend, with the Saturday class running 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. and the Sunday class running 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm.