In this colourwork focused class, students will explore the key techniques that are used within the Scout Shawl Series patterns.

The main differences between Fair Isle (stranded colourwork) and intarsia will be explored, as well as advice on working with multiple yarns at the same time, and how to achieve a professional looking finish when transitioning between pattern blocks.

Students will follow a colourwork chart and put these method to practice, resulting in a multi-coloured and multi-technique swatch. Upon completion of the class, students will be able to tackle other projects that feature flat Fair Isle knitting and intarsia with confidence.

Students should be comfortable with knitting stockinette stitch on flat needles. No experience of intarsia or Fair Isle (stranded colourwork) is necessary, however it is helpful if you have tried Fair Isle in the round before.

Please bring to the workshop:

• 2.75mm or fingering-weight gauge-size needles
• corresponding needles (we will be working flat)
• scissors.

Yarn will be provided.