All About Gauge - May 29

What is a gauge swatch? Why do one? What does gauge mean? How can it help you become a better knitter?

Learn how to measure for gauge, make adjustments, and to understand the impact it has on your projects. Explore the process of creating a fabric you like and learn to approach every new project as a dating process - dating the yarn, the pattern, the needle.  Must know how to knit and purl.

This class is held in person at our Bainbridge Island shop on Thursday, May 29 from 12:30pm - 2:30pm. This class will be taught by our very own Kathy Connelly!

What you'll need for the class:

Please bring two stockinette swatches with garter edges, using a light colored DK-weight yarn and US 7 and US 8 needles.

Swatch #1:
Using US size  7 needles, cast on 30 stitches
Row 1-6: Knit
Row 7: Knit

Row 8: Knit 3 stitches, purl to the last 3 stitches, knit 3 stitches
Repeat rows 7 & 8 until the swatch is as high as it is wide

Swatch #2:
Repeat instructions with a US size 8 needle

Cancellation Policies:

If fewer than three spots are filled 72 hours before the class is scheduled to begin, the class will be canceled. A full refund will be issued and you will be notified.

If you need to cancel your registration for any reason, you must do so at least 72 hours prior to the start of the class in order to receive a full refund. We appreciate your understanding!