Illusion Knitting
A hidden-image knitting technique. Panels that look like plain stripes head-on, but reveal a maritime motif from an angle.
What you'll make
A small illusion-knit wall hanging, mounted on a dowel, with a hidden maritime motif that only appears from an angle.
What you'll learn
- ·How to read a shadow-knitting chart and map it to knit, purl, and color changes.
- ·How to lock in even tension and color-change timing before working solo.
- ·How to track your row count with total accuracy, since this technique doesn't forgive a miscount.
- ·How to bind off and mount a finished panel as a small wall hanging.
What's included
- Worsted-weight yarn in two contrasting colors, pre-portioned into mini-skeins
- A laminated chart for your chosen motif (anchor, sailboat, or wave line)
- A row counter and locking stitch markers
- A small wood dowel, hanging cord, and tapestry needle for finishing
- Access to the raking-light viewing station throughout class
What to bring
- Your own US 8 knitting needles. Must already know how to knit and purl comfortably, this is not a beginner class.
All classes are 18 and over. Full refund if you cancel 48+ hours before your session.
$70
per person · 3 hours
Dates for this class haven't been posted yet. Interest-list members hear first.
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