Christin Curran
Sunday AM - SOLD OUT
Sunday PM - SOLD OUT
Have you ever wondered how Vikings made their socks, St. Bernard made his hat, or bedouins make muzzles for their camels? All three questions have the same answer: the prehistoric craft that modern people call Nålbinding.
In this class, students will learn the history of nålbinding, different stitch classifications and types, and how to successfully and confidently execute the Oslo stitch. We will also explore other stitches, working in the round, increasing and decreasing, and discuss hat, sock, and mitten construction.
Skill Level: Any
Student Supplies:
Students should bring a feltable (non-superwash), chunky, loosely spun or single-ply yarn of their choice (such as Lanas Light, Alafoss Lopi, Malabrigo Rasta or similar) and a willingness to learn something completely new! Students can feel free to bring tapestry needles, scissors, locking stitch markers, and other yarn weights for experimentation.
Homework: None
Materials Fee: To cover specialized Nålbinding needle(s): $10 for bone or horn nål, $15 for wood nål