{"product_id":"clever-castons-and-better-bindoffs","title":"Clever Cast-ons and Better Bind-offs - Debbie Stoller - Sun. 8\/2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSunday, August 2\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2:00-5:00, 3 hours\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout this class:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStruggling with too-tight bind-offs or messy cast-ons? Say goodbye to wonky edges in this hands-on class, where you'll master 14 essential cast-on and bind-off techniques to start and finish your knits like a pro!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKick off with classics like the knit and long-tail cast-ons, the sturdy cable cast-on, and the elastic Old Norwegian cast-on. Then, explore game-changing bind-offs, from the stretchy suspended bind-off to the even stretchier Russian lace bind-off. he smooth I-cord finish to stretch-friendly variations. Finally, unlock the magic of the provisional cast-on for seamless joins, the tubular cast-on for polished ribbing, and the picot and I-cord bind-offs for a decorative touch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you're knitting socks, shawls, or sweaters, you’ll leave with the confidence to choose the perfect edge for any project.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an advanced beginner class: you should be very comfortable casting on (whatever method you prefer), knitting, purling, and binding off (any method).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLevel:\u003c\/b\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat you’ll need to bring to class:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWorsted-weight yarn. Length of smooth “waste yarn,” about 18” or so. One pair US 8\/5mm straight needles (or size recommended for yarn), and one pair straight needles 1 or 2 sizes smaller. You can use circular needles, but we will be knitting back and forth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the instructor:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDebbie Stoller is the author of the New York Times-bestselling Stitch 'n Bitch series of knitting and crocheting books. She loves teaching knitting and crochet, and is deeply interested in the way that needlework has woven its way through women's lives for centuries. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDebbie recently retired from BUST magazine, which she co-founded and where she served as editor-in-chief for 30 years, and holds a PhD from Yale in the psychology of women. These days, Debbie is obsessed with learning to spin. She lives in Brooklyn with her partner, 2 dogs, and way too much yarn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note - Marketplace tickets are not included in the class price and will need to be purchased separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn order to allow our instructors to prepare for their classes, we are not able to refund class purchases if your plans change. However, we are happy to transfer them if you find someone to take your place!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flock Fiber Festival","offers":[{"title":"Standard","offer_id":51249684906299,"sku":"TS-101f90","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0664\/6510\/4187\/files\/87017075-b813-40e3-a9e8-b9eb1c9f4c23.jpg?v=1779136323","url":"https:\/\/flockfiberfestival.com\/products\/clever-castons-and-better-bindoffs","provider":"Flock Fiber Festival","version":"1.0","type":"link"}