Scandinavian Colorwork with Mary Jane Mucklestone
About Scandinavian Colorwork with Mary Jane Mucklestone
What makes Scandinavian colorwork different from other world traditions? We will study classic motifs found in Scandinavian stranded knitting and explore the traditional use of color. We will begin by learning a fun, tricky way to knit garter stitch in the round, a common border in traditional vintage garments. We'll discover when and how to tack down extra-long floats, learn to Norwegian purl, and consider combining motifs to create new ones. We will start a headband or hat using Mary Jane's Storhedder pattern as our template.
Supplies, Equipment & Materials Needed for Class
• Two or more colors of worsted-weight yarn with high contrast, 100% wool preferred, 50-100 yards each
• 16" circular in the smallest size recommended on the ball band and another one size larger
• 1 set dpn in larger size if intending to finish hat
• Stitch markers
Materials Kit
No materials kit for this class.
Pre-class Homework
With smallest needle and color of your choice cast on 84 stitches and join for working in the round. Knit one round.
Skill Level
Intermediate - Some experience working stranded colorwork in the round.
Contact the Teacher
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When
2-hour live online session.
Enrolled students receive 30-day access to the video recording of the class.
How It Works
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Mary Jane Mucklestone
Mary Jane Mucklestone is happiest when making things — a hand‑knitting designer who loves the process as much as the finished piece. With a background in art and textiles, she travels the world studying traditional knitting techniques.
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