 
Get those projects finished up for Christmas! The most difficult part of knitting a garment is generally agreed to be the finishing. The finishing techniques class will teach you to block, sew up neatly, how to make buttonholes, sew in zippers and linings, plus give you shortcuts and tips.
3rd October 2008
Friday 11am to 4pm
29th November 2008
Saturday 11am to 4pm
A one day workshop with a short break for lunch (£50*)
After a short introduction you will learn:
- What blocking is and when to use it
- How to sew in ends
- The different ways of sewing up: backstitch, mattress stitch or by crochet
- Adjusting and easing in sleeves
- Picking up stitches
- Replacing a rib with a picot hem
- Shortcuts such as: weaving in ends, sewing up in parts and knitting sleeves simultaneously
- Do short row shaping
- 3 needle cast off
- Make and space out buttonholes
- Sew in zippers, elastic waistbands and add lining
- Lightly felt your wool garment
- Shape and sew up using a sewing machine
Taught by Linda Marveng.
"Born in Norway - from an early age I was fitted out in my mother's designs and developed a fashion interest. When old enough to draw, I created my own designs and I discovered knitting. I had learned to knit by the age of ten, but did not become an addict until years later, when I took my revenge on my crafts teacher by knitting a Fairisle coat. Failing to meet my own exacting standards, I opted for a more secure college course - business management - and neglected my knitwear design interest.
After years of studying and working for architects I had a career change and returned to Oslo to work with the Norwegian knitwear designer of Tinde, Iselin Hafseld. As a result my knitting projects became increasingly ambitious - sweaters and jackets had to be designed by an acknowledged designer to attract me. I returned to London, married an Englishman, and started work for Rowan Yarns & Jaeger Handknits as a Design Consultant at Peter Jones. "
We're thrilled that Linda is now sharing her enthusiasm and expertise in knitting working at loop.
To sign up to any classes, please call or stop by the shop
*All materials supplied. Classes are held in the shop. Maximum of 7 students per class. 100% deposit is required at registration.
Cancellation policy
Full refund of deposit will be given for cancellations made up to 2 weeks prior to the first day of scheduled class. After this time, refunds will be given only if the spot can be filled by another student. Please be considerate.
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