Why Knit a Swatch: What does it tell me? ~ February 21st, 2:00pm to 3:30pm

Knitting a Swatch (Yes, Really)

Instructor - Deirdre Holder

Aww, man… not another person telling me I have to knit a swatch. Don’t worry—this isn’t that kind of class.

This class is about why you might want to knit a swatch, when it’s actually worth the time, and how it can even be useful (and maybe enjoyable). We’ll talk about how big a swatch really needs to be, whether or not to block it (that is the question), and what information a swatch can actually give you. We’ll also explore what a swatch is—and isn’t. (Spoiler: it doesn’t always have to be a square or a rectangle.)

You’ll leave with a better understanding of when swatching makes sense, how to do it efficiently, and how to use the information it gives you—without feeling nagged.

Prerequisites:
You should know how to knit, including casting on, knit stitch, purl stitch, and binding off.

What to Bring:
An open mind. If you have any swatches handy, bring them along. If you have a pattern you plan to knit soon (or aspire to knit) that suggests making a swatch—especially if you have questions about what it says—please bring that too.

No special preparation is required for this class.

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Illness protocol: Please do not attend class if you are not feeling well or have been exposed to an illness. 

Refund policy: Refunds or rescheduling are not possible for no-shows or cancellations with less than 48 hours’ notice.