Saturday, November 15, Afternoon Darning and Mending Knitwear Class with Mary Lou Egan

This class will be Saturday, November 15 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Fiber Frolic Retreat

Any item of knitwear can be darned, not just handmade socks or sweaters.  Store-bought items are definitely worth mending, too.  Learn a few different techniques including reinforcing threadbare spots and handling holes.  The mending can be visible and colorful or as discreet as you like.  No experience necessary, should be able to thread a needle.  Skill Level:  Adventurous Beginner

Class time: 3 hours

Class size: maximum 16

SUPPLIES REQUIRED:   

Darning needle and darning egg  If you don't have an egg you can use a smooth stone or a small bowl

Scissors

Crochet hoot

Tapestry needles (one blunt, one sharp)

Socks or sweaters with a threadbare spot or small holes

sock yarn or reinforcing yarn/thread

Optional:  speedweave small darning and mending loom

Homework:  None.