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SUMMARY:Knitting 201: Hats
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner \nFall is the perfect time to knit a winter hat. Knit a hat for yourself\, a new baby\, or a knit worthy friend or family member at Knitting 201: Hats on Sunday\, Oct. 25 & Nov. 1 from 1-4 p.m. in the Studio. \n“Knitting 201: Hats” is designed to further your knitting skills by expanding on “Knitting 101: Knitting for Beginners\,” or for someone who is proficient in knitting garter stitch. In this workshop\, Billie Theide will work with students to practice reading knitting patterns\, determine size\, gauge\, cast on in the round using those mysterious double pointed knitting needles\, learn to work magic loop on a long circular\, stay on track with stitch markers\, knit rib stitch\, work garter and stockinette for visual interest\, decrease\, and correct mistakes. Additionally\, the class will talk about pom poms\, blocking and caring for hand knits. \n$95/person*. Register here. Registration closes Oct. 18 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \nStudents should bring the following: \nOPTION 1 YARN\n1 skein (2 skeins of the same dye lot for adult large) Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Merino. This is classified as DK/Light Worsted weight yarn made of 100% Merino Wool. There are 220 yards per skein. Available in 82 colors. It is machine washable. Avoid purchasing a dark colorway. \nOR \nOPTION 2 YARN\n1 skein (2 skeins of the same dye lot for adult large) Lion Brand Wool-Ease DK. This is classified as a Light/DK 3 weight yarn made of 80% acrylic and 20% wool. There are 232 yards per skein. Available in 18 colors. It is machine washable. Avoid purchasing a dark colorway. \nAND \nOPTION 1 NEEDLES\n1 set 7” long bamboo #4 (3.5 mm) Clover Takumi double pointed knitting needles. There are five needles in a set\n1 set 7” long bamboo #6 (4 mm) Clover Takumi double pointed knitting needles. There are five needles in a set \nOR \nOPTION 2 NEEDLES\n1 set 8” long natural bamboo ChiaoGoo double pointed knitting needles. There are five needles in a set\n1 set 8” long natural bamboo ChiaoGoo double pointed knitting needles. There are five needles in a set \nAND \npair of small sharp scissors\nlaptop\, iPad\, or smartphone\npencil \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email owarren@illinois.edu. \nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken.  \n\nAbout the Instructor\nBillie Theide is Professor Emerita and a former Chair of the Crafts Program at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Theide is a metalsmith\, jeweler\, textile artist\, and ceramicist. Her work is in public art collections around the world including the Smithsonian\, Museum of Arts & Design in New York City\, Nelson Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City\, and the Racine Art Museum\, among others. She is the recipient of a Visual Arts Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts and five Artists Fellowship Grants from the Illinois Arts Council. Theide has been recognized for her excellence in teaching and is a Distinguished Member and Past-President of the Society of North American Goldsmiths.
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LOCATION:The Studio
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SUMMARY:Knitting 201: Hats
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner \nFall is the perfect time to knit a winter hat. Knit a hat for yourself\, a new baby\, or a knit worthy friend or family member at Knitting 201: Hats on Sunday\, Oct. 25 & Nov. 1 from 1-4 p.m. in the Studio. \n“Knitting 201: Hats” is designed to further your knitting skills by expanding on “Knitting 101: Knitting for Beginners\,” or for someone who is proficient in knitting garter stitch. In this workshop\, Billie Theide will work with students to practice reading knitting patterns\, determine size\, gauge\, cast on in the round using those mysterious double pointed knitting needles\, learn to work magic loop on a long circular\, stay on track with stitch markers\, knit rib stitch\, work garter and stockinette for visual interest\, decrease\, and correct mistakes. Additionally\, the class will talk about pom poms\, blocking and caring for hand knits. \n$95/person*. Register here. Registration closes Oct. 18 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \nStudents should bring the following: \nOPTION 1 YARN\n1 skein (2 skeins of the same dye lot for adult large) Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Merino. This is classified as DK/Light Worsted weight yarn made of 100% Merino Wool. There are 220 yards per skein. Available in 82 colors. It is machine washable. Avoid purchasing a dark colorway. \nOR \nOPTION 2 YARN\n1 skein (2 skeins of the same dye lot for adult large) Lion Brand Wool-Ease DK. This is classified as a Light/DK 3 weight yarn made of 80% acrylic and 20% wool. There are 232 yards per skein. Available in 18 colors. It is machine washable. Avoid purchasing a dark colorway. \nAND \nOPTION 1 NEEDLES\n1 set 7” long bamboo #4 (3.5 mm) Clover Takumi double pointed knitting needles. There are five needles in a set\n1 set 7” long bamboo #6 (4 mm) Clover Takumi double pointed knitting needles. There are five needles in a set \nOR \nOPTION 2 NEEDLES\n1 set 8” long natural bamboo ChiaoGoo double pointed knitting needles. There are five needles in a set\n1 set 8” long natural bamboo ChiaoGoo double pointed knitting needles. There are five needles in a set \nAND \npair of small sharp scissors\nlaptop\, iPad\, or smartphone\npencil \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email owarren@illinois.edu. \nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken.  \n\nAbout the Instructor\nBillie Theide is Professor Emerita and a former Chair of the Crafts Program at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Theide is a metalsmith\, jeweler\, textile artist\, and ceramicist. Her work is in public art collections around the world including the Smithsonian\, Museum of Arts & Design in New York City\, Nelson Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City\, and the Racine Art Museum\, among others. She is the recipient of a Visual Arts Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts and five Artists Fellowship Grants from the Illinois Arts Council. Theide has been recognized for her excellence in teaching and is a Distinguished Member and Past-President of the Society of North American Goldsmiths.
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