Description: In this class, students will learn the mosaic slip stitch technique and how to read a very simple, basic chart to create a war, slightly textured hat. *Note - instructions for the slip stitch pattern are written out as well as charted.

Class Dates/Times:

Saturday, September 28

9AM – 11AM

Instructor: Janice Toney

Techniques/Skills Learned: Mosaic slip stitch and how to read a chart.

Skill Level: Intermediate - Beginner level skills plus increase, decrease, and follow simple patterns.

Prerequisites for Class: Students must know how to cast on, knit, purl and knit in the round. Students will start the project at home prior to class by casting on and completing 2 to 2 1/2 inches of ribbing.

Materials Needed for Class: 

16" circular needles in size 9 and size 10 plus double pointed needles in size 10 to finish the hat.

One Main Color and a Contrasting Color of yarn in bulky weight. The contrasting yarn may be variegated, self striping or another yarn in a color that complements and contrasts with the main color.

** If the student prefers to use worsted weight yarn instead of bulky, they will one Main Color and a Contrasting Color of yarn in worsted weight, 16" circular needles in size 5 and size 7 plus double pointed needles in size 7 to finish the hat.**

Stitch markers

Copy of the pattern which is free on Ravelry.

Homework:
Students will download the pattern prior to class.

Students choosing bulky weight yarn will cast on 72 stitches in the Main Color, join in the round and complete 2 to 2 1/2 inches of 2x2 ribbing (knit 2, purl 2).

Students choosing worsted weight yarn will cast on 112 stitches in the Main Color, join in the round and complete 2 to 2 1/2 inches of 2x2 ribbing (knit 2, purl 2).

In order for this class to be held there must be at least 4 students enrolled. 

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