Lace Knitting class: design-a-scarf lace sampler

Lace sampler scarf for Lace Knitting class.

I just finished blocking this lace sampler scarf—the class project for my upcoming Lace Knitting class. The motivation behind this class (and the project) were the students in my Beginning Knitting class at Chattanooga State community college. They saw a vest and another scarf I had made, and said, "We want a class on that!" How could I refuse??

The Lace Knitting class meets for two 3-hour sessions, Monday evenings, November 29 and December 6. (Registration is still open. Just call 697-3100.)

The class covers basic concepts of lace knitting, a how-to on reading charts, and I'll be introducing students to several types of lace patterns. We'll be doing some design work to create this sampler scarf, so students will have the opportunity to personalize it to their individual tastes. I think it will be fun that way, and also impart the idea that a pattern can be used a jumping-off place. Take it... be inspired by it... modify it... and make the project your own.

This olive green scarf was created using a sock yarn, Happy Feet, by Plymouth. A lace weight yarn could also be used. Here are some yarns my class will be using.

New knitters and upcoming classes

Please welcome these new knitters to the wonderful world of yarn and fiber arts! These talented women were in my 3-week Beginning Knitting class at Chattanooga State which concluded last night. They were excellent students and successfully passed the course with flying colors!

New "Knitting Graduates" from the Beginning Knitting class.

From the first class, these knitting students had plans for projects and were full of questions and ideas—an ascot with a button hole detail, a doggie sweater, afghans, scarves and home dec items. The conversation was lively and stimulating. 

Beginning Knitting II class—Fingerless Mitts

The next class in the knitting series is Beginning Knitting II (see page 4 of the Chattanooga State course catalog). The techniques covered include making cables, ribbing, a gusset and seaming. We'll be making a pair of fingerless mitts—a perfect take-along project and a great holiday gift! The class meets November 1 and 8 from 5:30 to 8:30 pm.

Call 697-3100 to register now, before the class fills.

At the request of the current graduating class, a Lace Knitting class has been proposed to the Chattanooga State Continuing Education program. Proposed class dates for this 6-hour class are November 29 and December 6.
Stay tuned...