Pappa Sven
Pappa Sven Workshops - Knitting Norwegian Christmas Decorations with Synnøve - Thursday November 19th
$89.00
Are you a competent knitter that would like to extend your skills?
Our beautiful Norwegian friend Synnøve would love to share her Norwegian Christmas decorations pattern with you AND teach you how to make them, and share some festive cheer along the way!
Prior Knowledge
Participants must be able to cast on and be confident with the knit and purl stitch. Please note that this class is not suitable for a beginner knitter.
What you will learn:
During the session you will learn the following skills;
- Long tail cast on
- Continental Knitting technique
- Stranded knitting the Norwegian way, using a chart
- Decreasing stitches
- 2 stitch i-cord, double crochet cord and 3 stranded plait
- Finishing
Our Teacher Synnøve Mackintosh (Knitsyn on Ravelry)
Synnøve is a passionate Norwegian knitter and designer and an active member of the Newcastle Knitters Guild. Synnøve grew up in Tromsø in the very north of Norway and was taught to knit by her mother & grandmother from a very young age. She has a very strong connection to her Nordic heritage and is inspired by the traditional Norwegian patterns she grew up with in creating new designs and projects.
Synnøve is not a qualified teacher but she is passionate about sharing her love and knowledge of knitting with you all. You can also find Synnøve on Ravelry at Faraway Knits Designs
What is Included
- 100% Wool to complete 4 ornaments.
- Hand Made Stitch Marker
- Detailed Pattern and Instructions
- An authentic Fika break, provided by Pappa Sven (Coffee & Cake)
Please BYO a set of 5 x 3mm-3.5mm double pointed needles or circular needles. We can also provide needles if you do not already have a set.
Thursday November 19th 12.30pm - 5.30pm
Please note this workshop will be held in our upstairs apartment, you will be required to walk up stairs to access the space.