In the first half of this workshop, knitters will learn how to tension yarn in the Portuguese style, how to knit and purl, increase and decrease, and cast-on and bind-off in the Portuguese style.

In the second half of the workshop, knitters will learn how to apply Portuguese Knitting techniques to knitting in the round, lace knitting, color work, textured knitting, cables, double-knitting, etc.

Knitters will also learn how to work inside out in the round to take advantage of the ease and speed of the purl stitch in the Portuguese Knitting style.

Portuguese Knitting is ergonomically efficient and is gentle on the hands and wrists unless the knitter has arthritis in their left thumb, in which case it will cause discomfort and is not recommended.

SKILL LEVEL: This workshop is appropriate for intermediate and experienced knitters, those who already understand knitting basics.

WHAT TO BRING: 2-4 oz. (50-100 gm) of a light-colored sport, DK or worsted weight yarn, and 2-4 oz. (50-100 gm) of a contrasting color yarn of the same weight, your favorite needles for the weight of yarn you are bringing, and your favorite knitting notion basics.

MATERIALS INCLUDED: An illustrated Portuguese Knitting Handbook and 2 Portuguese knitting pins.

MATERIALS FEE: $20 payable to the instructor.

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$145