KNIT NEW LONDON

Is proud to be offering a “2” Day workshop
with world renowned fiber artist and instructor
Beth Brown-Reinsel



Latvian Fingerless Mitts:
A study of Latvian Mitten Cuff Techniques
and Multiple Color Knitting

Saturday & Sunday, July 17th & 18th
10am to 5pm

Challenge yourself & take your knitting to the next level!!

There is a whole lot of … time... love… &... care.. that goes
into a hand knitted garment

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Course Description:
Some of the beautiful knitting methods of Latvia will be studied in this class. Knit one pair of fingerless mitts to learn the following techniques which can be applied to mitten cuffs, sock tops or sleeves: a scalloped cuff, the herringbone braid and many subtle and beautiful variations of the half braid. A choice of two,
three or four-colored traditional motifs is incorporated in the main part of the mitt as well as the gusset less thumb and a picot edge at the end. Additional techniques to be discussed include knitting with two yarns in the right hand, two yarns in the left hand, or a yarn in each hand, as well as knitting with three or four colors.

Level:
Intermediate (must be proficient with dp needles).

Supply List:
2oz. Each of 5 colors of sport or DK yarn. (Choose a solid-colored, smooth textured, crisp yarn for best results). If you have a large hand, you can even work with worsted weight yarn and 4.0 mm (US 6) needles.

One set of 3.5 mm (US 4) double pointed needles. If you are proficient in the magic loop or working with two circs. bring appropriate needles.

Tapestry needle and st. markers, sticky notes or magnetic board to aid in reading the text or chart.

Homework:
None

The Instructor:
Beth Brown-Reinsel has been teaching knitting workshops nationally and internationally for over 20 years. Her book Knitting Ganseys, published by Interweave Press, is in its tenth printing. Her articles have appeared in Threads, Cast On, Interweave Knits, Shuttle, Spindle and Dye Pot, Vogue Knitting, and Knitters Magazine. She continues to design for her own pattern line, Knitting Traditions, and has just completed the filming of her first two DVDs.

To view more about Beth Brown-Reinsel go to - www.knittingtraditions.com

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Beth’s Workshops are noted for their clarity and organization.
She is a fantastic instructor; Beth is gentle and does not mind repeating herself. She teaches in a variety of disciplines, using Extra large knitting needles, she draws on a blackboard and demonstrates how she knits to few students at a time.
Beth also gives everyone one-on-one assistance whenever you request.
Beth walks on water! She is one of the best fiber artist instructors in the world!

Do not miss this unique opportunity of a life time to learn from one the most skilled teachers and innovators in the knitting world!!!

We encourage you to sign up early for this 2 day workshop as Beth’s classes usually fill quickly. Limited to 20 students.

To Register email us at info@knitnewlondon.com
Or call  603-526-6923

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