The girls have been coming in all during the fall- or, if you prefer, fall semester. Most of them want the same thing- two skeins of Baby Alpaca Chunky, and a size 11 circular needle.
They choose a color, often in consult with the mom or dad who brought them, and then wander the store touching yarn while we wind the skeins. Sometimes a mom will point out one of our store samples, and tell her daughter that this scarf should be next on the list.
They are students in the Fashion classes at Indian Hills High School. In the Fashion class they are working on all aspects of fashion and clothing construction, so of course they need to knit as well as sew. Some have even progressed to tailoring.
What have they been up to? They sent us some great photos.
Kara's Circle Scarf
The circle scarf is the basic project. In alpaca it’s nice and drapey, and the stockinette is great for beginners.
Cabled neckwarmer
This one has several cables in it, which adds more texture to the scrunch effect.
It’s great to see new knitters get started.
Announcing the Sweater Support Group
Don’t you wish you had a support group cheering you on while you were knitting some items?
Wouldn’t it be nice to have lots of people to ask questions of?
We’re starting a sweater support group- moral support and problem solving, whether it’s your first sweater or your thousandth.
Once a month (the last Thursday of the month) from 7 to 9 pm. There is a $10 fee- this is a drop in, so you don’t need to pre register.
Chocolate will be available as needed, for really big problems that need major ripping or other surgery.
Way cool!
It’s wonderful to see younger people knitting. Better yet it’s wonderful to know that this art will carry on.