The Story
We love quilty motifs in knitting and the Stella Quilt Cushion by Laura Penrose takes traditional half square triangles to create a lovely knit pillow cover. The pattern itself is stellar - with coloring sheets so you can plan out your cover, video tutorials for when you get stuck or need clarification, and a variety of techniques to help you succeed in creating and joining these blocks. If you are interested in learning German short rows, this is also a great project for doing just that! You will need to knit between sessions.
Limited to 4 students (16 yrs of age or older); 2 students are required for class to meet. If a class is cancelled due to low enrollment, you will receive a full refund.
- Level: Ā Adventurous and Confident Beginner/Intermediate. You know how to knit and purl. You have confidence picking up stitches or you aren't afraid to ask for guidance!
- We provide: the space and expertise.
- You bring: a copy of the pattern, DK weight or fingering held double (Main Color - 284 (250)g motif 1 / 260 (240)g motif 2 plus 40 (50)g for envelope closure, Contrast Color - 66 (70)g motif 1 / 88 (80)g motif 2), and US6 and US8 circular needles. Donāt forget that we always offer 15% off class supplies!
- Class length: 2 1/2 hoursĀ each sessionĀ for a total of 5 hours.
Meets Thursday January 8 and 22 at 6:30PM.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
We love quilty motifs in knitting and the Stella Quilt Cushion by Laura Penrose takes traditional half square triangles to create a lovely knit pillow cover. The pattern itself is stellar - with coloring sheets so you can plan out your cover, video tutorials for when you get stuck or need clarification, and a variety of techniques to help you succeed in creating and joining these blocks. If you are interested in learning German short rows, this is also a great project for doing just that! You will need to knit between sessions.
Limited to 4 students (16 yrs of age or older); 2 students are required for class to meet. If a class is cancelled due to low enrollment, you will receive a full refund.
- Level: Ā Adventurous and Confident Beginner/Intermediate. You know how to knit and purl. You have confidence picking up stitches or you aren't afraid to ask for guidance!
- We provide: the space and expertise.
- You bring: a copy of the pattern, DK weight or fingering held double (Main Color - 284 (250)g motif 1 / 260 (240)g motif 2 plus 40 (50)g for envelope closure, Contrast Color - 66 (70)g motif 1 / 88 (80)g motif 2), and US6 and US8 circular needles. Donāt forget that we always offer 15% off class supplies!
- Class length: 2 1/2 hoursĀ each sessionĀ for a total of 5 hours.
Meets Thursday January 8 and 22 at 6:30PM.
