Ann Anne Weaver’s Color Theory and The Albers Cowl Workshop
Sunday, February 26
1:00 to 3:30 PM

This workshop will present the basics of color theory, like lightness, saturation, hue, and complimentary colors. Each student will receive a color wheel for future use. The different interactions of color (for example, advancing and receding) will be explored using extensive collection of swatches, piles of fingering-weight leftovers, and examples drawn from the different yarns available at Black Sheep Knitting Company.

After a discussion of color theory, students will begin work on the Albers Cowl. The Albers Cowl, one of Ann Weaver’s designs, is a perfect opportunity to experiment with color by using small amounts of yarn and simple techniques. The goals of this workshop are to expand the knitter’s color vocabulary and confidence in color combination choices and to teach Log Cabin knitting techniques.

Knitters will learn to measure gauge in garter stitch, neatly pick up stitches from both horizontal and vertical edges, the sewn bind off, mattress stitch (used to join the three squares of the Albers Cowl) and how to keep it all really square. Although the only stitch used is the knit stitch, this class is a great chance for knitters to learn and improve finishing techniques while beginning an Albers Cowl project.

Skills needed: Casting on and knitting garter stitch; experience knitting with fine (fingering-weight) yarn on small needles

Materials needed: Craft Work Knit, or the individual pattern for the Albers Cowl (this is available for individual purchase online for $5 through Ravelry)

Cost: $65 for the workshop/$5 for the individual Albers Cowl pattern

Call now to reserve your spot!
781-444-0694