Learn to Mend Knits - Woven Darning

Learn to mend your favorite knits and extend their lifespan! This class will cover the mending technique of woven darning. You will learn the basic techniques of an integrated woven darn using two contrasting colors on a knit swatch. 

Materials: Please bring a 4" or 5" embroidery hoop, scissors and a 6.5 x 6.5" knit swatch (see homework section for details). All other materials will be provided. If you would like to bring a knit garment or item to mend if you have time after completing your swatch, feel free to do so, however only DK weight mending materials will be provided. 

Experience Needed: Some experience with knitting or crochet/working in fiber arts is recommended. 

What you'll learn: Students will learn how to mend a hole in a knit material using the woven darning technique. 

Homework: Please complete and bring a 6.5 x 6.5" knit swatch with you to class. Use DK weight yarn and US 6 (4mm) needles to knit your swatch. If you would like written instructions for the swatch please email maia.s.artist@gmail.com

Instructor: Maia 

Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel or reschedule we require at least 24 hours notice *per cancelled seat to give you store credit or a refund. We can not give you a refund or store credit with less than 24 hours notice per cancelled seat, no exceptions.

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