Cable Sweater Workshop
Cable Sweater Workshop
Sundays, Jan 11, 18, 25, Feb. 8, & 15
(Please Note: There is no class on Feb 1)
2pm - 3:30pm
Led by Sarah Jamison
This winter, learn how to make a cable sweater! Cable knitting creates twists and braid textures by crossing stitches. These twists and braids create a plush fabric that helps trap in heat, making a warm sweater! Traditionally, these sweaters were popularized in Irish fishing villages, creating unique designs while also making the sweater warmer.
Our experienced instructor, Sarah, will guide you through every step of creating your cable sweater. Class instruction includes how to read a cable chart, German Short Rows, how to knit cables, and instruction on overall construction of your sweater.
In this workshop, each week progresses to the next step outlined by the instructor. This class includes “homework” that will need to be done outside of class for the next session. Any missed classes will need to be made up during the week, before the next class.
This workshop has a 3 person minimum.
Prerequisites
Must be proficient knitting, purling, and increase and decrease (i.e. m1r, m1l, k2tog, ssk). Must be proficient in knitting in the round and familiar with short rows. Strongly recommended to have knit at least one simple sweater. This workshop is not first sweater friendly.
Techniques Covered
German Short Rows
Picking up stitches
Reading Charts
Knitting cables
Several increase and decrease techniques
Tubular bind off
Sewing a folded collar
Workshop Includes
Belmullet Pullover pattern by Andrea Gaughan
7.5 hours of instruction by Sarah
Step-by-step guidance throughout pattern
Materials Required
Amount of yarn according to the size you would like to make (scroll down for sizing info)
US 4 (3.5 mm) & US 7 (4.5 mm) circular needles in 16”, 32” - 47” cords
Cable needle or DPN in size US 7 (4.5 mm)
Stitch markers
Tape measure
Tapestry needle
All students will receive 10% off yarn and needles needed for the workshop.
Pattern Info:
Belmullet Pattern by Andrea Gaughan
Gauge:
26 sts x 34 rows = 4x4” (10x10 cm) in stockinette stitch
SIZING OPTIONS
This gender-neutral pattern is graded to 2 fits types with 10 sizes each.
FIT I VS. FIT II
Fit I is graded based on a traditional women’s sizing chart and has narrower shoulders, shorter armhole depth, smaller bicep circumference, shorter body, and shorter sleeves. Fit II is graded based on a traditional men’s sizing chart and has wider shoulders, deeper armhole depth, larger bicep circumference, longer body, and longer sleeves.
RECOMMENDED EASE
This sweater is designed to be worn with 6-8” / 15-20 cm of positive ease at the bust/chest and approximately 4-5” / 10-12.5 cm of positive ease at the upper arm.
Yardage:
Workshops and Events Refund Policy
Cancellation Policy
To receive a full refund, please cancel 5 days before the workshop start time. We cannot offer any refunds after that time.
Make Up Class Policy
Any missed classes in a consecutive weekly workshop will need to be made up within one week of the missed class. Make Up Classes are not available for one day workshops.
No Show Policy
We will not offer any refunds for missed workshops.
