Intermediate Knitting: Knit Your Own Mittens (Cambridge)

Have you knitted scarves and want to take on something else more interesting?  Learn how to make a fuzzy and warm pair of mittens!  Whether you prefer a full cover or half cover mitten, we'll go through the techniques and tips for a successful project.   The techniques we cover in this workshop are essential for small diameter projects such as mittens, gloves and socks. The topics covered include: How to knit ribs How to pick up stitches How to increase and decrease stitches How to use double-tipped knitting needles Pros and cons of double-tipped knitting needles vs. circular needles Understanding gauge and how to adjust stitches.  If you're making a pair of mittens for someone else, please bring measurements (or better yet, the outline) of their hands Closing mitten tops Basic color work (Fair Isle) How to read patterns This workshop is for intermediate beginners who are already familiar with knit, purl, casting on and off, knitting in the round, or having made a hat. If you're co