Sock Summit 2009
Taking Sock Knitting Almost Too Far!
August 6-9, 2009
Oregon Convention Center
Portland, Oregon
Teachers
Marjan Hammink
Marjan Hammink founded Yarnissima in March 2007 and lives in the Netherlands with her husband and three young sons. Marjan has been knitting for as long as she can remember, and as a small child, her grandmother patiently taught her the art of knitting and crochet. She vividly remembers all the socks and beautiful pullovers that flew off her granny’s long, steel needles. Her mother was herself a multi-talented crafter/quilter/designer - and taught her the fine points, as well as the lesson to work with the finest materials and tools you can find. Some years ago, an infatuation with the beautiful, hand dyed Rohrspatz & Wollmeise yarns from Claudia in Germany inspired her to design her own patterns, and socks walked off her needles. Yarnissima fine footwear designs are down-to-earth, but always with an unexpected little twist in them somewhere.
Classes
Hey Baby - a Mini Toe-Up Sock
Take the next step - knitting beautiful socks that really fit. This class has an emphasis on hands-on work, knitting all the time, and making an easy miniature sock with advanced results. Starting at the toe, the emphasis is on the innovative architecture. Learn more about gusset possibilities that go beyond what you’re expecting, plus perfect gusset placement, heel shaping, and gusset closure. A step-by-step illustrated pattern is included, plus a free pattern to make your own socks.
| Class Level: | Adventurous beginner/intermediate |
| Class Skills: | Must be comfortable with dpn's or working with circular needle(s). Students are kindly requested to practice their favorite toe-up cast-on method beforehand. |
| Cost: | $70.00 |
| Class Length: | 3 hours |
Respectfully Ignoring The Rules
How many rules are there to shape a toe-up sock? Rules - This class is about knowing them, and then moving forward from them to find your creativity. Marjan will explain about listening to your yarn, taking your talent seriously, finding and adapting stitch patterns, and choosing your needles wisely. You’ll discuss having an open mind towards new techniques, and combining it with timeless tradition from ancient books. You’ll understand the basics, explore gusset lengths, sizing and detailing. Bring your socks!
| Class Level: | Adventurous beginner to intermediate |
| Class Skills: | Students should be comfortable working in the round, and confident with increasing and decreasing. |
| Cost: | $70.00 |
| Class Length: | 3 hours |
