Fair Isle

Spring 2014

Whats happening right now:

websites out there.

Sampler Cowl
Fair Isle

cowls are very on trend. We can show you examples on some of the most fashion forward

Whats always happening:

Whether its hot or not, knitters love Fair Isle knitting.

60 West Lincolnway Valparaiso, IN 46383 219-462-1700

knitting suppply
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Sheeps Clothing

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fashion forward cowl, totally on trend,

What this means for you: You can make your very own

while enjoying this very satisfying form of traditional knitting.

What is Fair Isle Knitting? Fair Isle knitting

knitting.

is properly known as color stranded

2 colors of yarn are held at the same time.

The two colors take turns being knitted. While color A is knitted, color B floats across the back of the work. Our cowl will be done in a tube, so the floating strands on the back of the work will not show.

What if Im new to this type of

still have a great garment to wear.
60 West Lincolnway Valparaiso, IN 46383 2014 FAIR ISLE CLASSES

knitting? This sampler cowl is a great way to practice and

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To register for classes call

www.knitdoctor.com

219-462-1700

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type of knitting? You will

be in Fair Isle knitters heaven.
The sampler format allows you to play and experiment with different patterns at will.

What if Im very experienced at this

What youll need:

A minimum of 2 colors of yarn to begin.
You can add more colors as you go. 16 inch circular needle, Size 6

How long will the cowl be?30 inches is the

multiple times.

$10.00 to register in the program.

shortest length. 50 inches, 60 inches and more allow you to wrap your cowl

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60 West Lincolnway Valparaiso, IN 46383

www.knitdoctor.com

2014 FAIR ISLE CLASSES

To register for classes call

219-462-1700

What well provide:

Sheeps Clothing knitting supply
60 West Lincolnway, Valparaiso, IN 46383 219-462-1700 knitdoctor.com M-Tu 12 to 7 W 10 to 7 Th 12 to 9 F 12 to 7 Sa 10 to 5
Teachers: Heidi Yelich, Susan Brobst, Kate Schroeder, Debbie Teibel, Paula Strietelmeier, BJ Licko-Keel Design: Kristina Rost, Art: Susan Childress

A basic pattern.
A selection of traditional and contemporary charts

Yarn choices include:

Liberty Wool Light Solid by Classic Elite Fresco by Classic Elite 220 Sport by Cascade Vail by Classic Elite Silky Wool by Elsebeth Lavold Felted Tweed by Rowan

for you

to choose from. Expertise to

ease your way into this very satisfying style of knitting. Gathering times

during our open knitting sessions. Facebook updates on everyones progress.

When do we start?

Right away!
Begin in mid February. Finish by mid April. You may get to
wear your cowl a few times this year. It will be ready for you to wear at the first hint of chill next fall.
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