During this class you will learn how to make thrummed mittens. This unique design originated in Newfoundland and Nova Scotia, designed for fishermen who needed to keep their hands warm. It involves incorporating stubs of robing wool in the mitts to add an extra layer of warmth.
Price includes instruction, patter and wool (alpaca) needed to complete one pair of mittens. Some knitting will be required at home to complete the project.
Requirements: Must be comfortable with casting on, knitting, purling, increasing, decreasing and knitting in the round on four needles.
Additional supplies required: 3.5mm and 4.0mm double pointed needles, stitch holder, darning needle and tape measure or ruler. These will be available to purchase at additional cost or you can bring your own.
Mar 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th
Time: 1:00am - 3:00pm with lunch break. Bring your own or pop out to one of our local spots.
Instructor: Catherine Johnson
Where: 318 St. Lawrence Street in Merrickville
Maximum number of participants per workshop: 6
* Classes are non-refundable and cannot be re-scheduled or transferred to another class. Our facilitators customize, purchase and prepare the materials for each participant in advance. If you would like to send someone else in your place, we will need you to provide their name and email address 24 hours before the class scheduled time. No refund for missed classes.
