Single Skein Strategy: How to Let Your Special Yarn Shine - Ksenia Naidyon - Sat. 8/1

Saturday, August 1

2:00-4:00, 2 hours

About this class:
We all have that one skein we couldn't resist — hand-dyed, variegated, richly textured. The question is: which pattern will do it justice?

This lecture explores how to make confident, strategic decisions when working with a single skein. We’ll discuss how colorways, texture, and yardage influence design choices — and how to select patterns that highlight rather than compete with your yarn.

Level: Beginner

What you’ll need to bring to class:
Students are welcome to bring a special skein for discussion. We’ll analyze a few examples as a group to illustrate how to approach pattern pairing.

About the instructor:
Ksenia Naidyon is a professional knitwear designer and the creative force behind Life Is Cozy. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, she creates modern patterns, tutorials, and classes that celebrate knit texture inspired by botanical forms and her native Ukraine. Since 2012, Ksenia has published more than 150 patterns, collaborated with a wide range of yarn companies, and had her designs featured in numerous publications around the world. Her first book, One Skein Knitting, will be published this year. Ksenia loves a good spreadsheet, is a passionate knitwear photographer, and enjoys every minute of it!

Please note - Marketplace tickets are not included in the class price and will need to be purchased separately.

In 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!