Intarsia Unlocked: A Guide to Colorful Knitting

In this Masterclass we are going to talk about:

1. Introduction to Intarsia
   • What is Intarsia? A brief overview of the technique and how it differs from stranded or Fair Isle knitting.
   • Examples and Inspiration: Show finished projects to demonstrate the creative possibilities with intarsia.
2. Materials Needed:
   • Yarn Selection: Discuss choosing appropriate yarns (fiber types, weight, and color combinations) for intarsia projects.
   • Needles: Explain why certain needle types or sizes might be preferred for colorwork.
   • Tools: Cover additional tools like bobbins, scissors, stitch markers, and tapestry needles.
3. Reading Intarsia Charts:
   • How to interpret colorwork charts.
   • Understanding symbols, grid layouts, and how to follow the pattern row by row
   • Tips for marking progress on charts
   • Stitch Fiddle
4. Setting Up for Intarsia:
   • Yarn Preparation: Teach how to wind small balls or use bobbins for each color section.
   • Tension Tips: How to maintain even tension, especially when transitioning between colors.
5. Working with Multiple Colors:
   • Joining New Colors: Demonstrate how to join new colors without leaving holes in the fabric.
   • Avoiding Tangles: Tips for managing yarns to prevent tangling as you work.
   • Techniques for Crossing Yarns: How to twist yarns properly when switching colors to avoid gaps.
6. Troubleshooting and Fixing Mistakes:
   • How to identify and fix common errors, like holes, uneven tension, or misplaced colors.
   • Tension Tips: How to maintain even tension, especially when transitioning between colors.
7. Finishing Techniques:
   • Weaving in Ends: Tips for managing the many loose ends created by intarsia.

Hands-On Practice

1. Workshop Exercises:
   • Practicing the stitches of the pattern

Q&A and Troubleshooting

1. Open Session:
   • Answering participant questions.
   • Troubleshooting common intarsia problems.

By purchasing this course, you will get a Zoom link to access the Workshop.

Date: Sunday December 22nd at 18h Central European Time.
Duration: Minimum 2 hours.
The course is in English.
The pattern is not included in the Masterclass and you can purchase it on Wednesday from my website or my Ravelry Profile.

Important: If, for any reason, you are not able to attend the course, you will receive an email with the recording of the Workshop given.

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions: marina@stormknittingart.com