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Dolly Faroese Shawl
Faroese Shawl Class Description
Turning tradition upside down
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Fun – Fitted – Flattering – Fabulous – Faroese shawls are unique in their "butterfly" shape and flattering fit. They can be plain or fancy, sturdy and warm, or lacy gossamer. And even doll-sized!
In the 3-hour class you will learn the design structure of the traditional Faroese shawl, and proven methods for adapting to neck-down knitting. You will get a chance to practice by making a Faroese shawl suitable for 18" dolls, bunnies and bears.
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Guidelines for sizing, shaping, yarns, stitch choices, and lace design placement will also be discussed and demonstrated in the longer 6-hour
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Doll-sized Faroese shawl on teddy bear
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- Prerequisites: Basic knitting skills.
- Students supply their own yarn and needles.
- Additional student materials fee: $5 per student (includes instructions for Faroese shawl suitable for 18" dolls, bunnies and bears).
- Duration: 3 - 6 hours. The longer version of class allows more thorough coverage of topics and time to complete the dolly shawl.
Interested in scheduling?
Contact Jackie E-S for availability and filling out a contract.
See Classes Offered for other knitting workshops and program seminars I offer.
References of some places where Dolly Faroese Shawl has been/will be taught
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Knit at Night Guild 10 Year Anniversary Celebration, Houston TX August 25 - 27, 2006. (3 hour class)
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Dallas Hand Knitters Guild, Dallas TX February 12, 2006. (6 hour class)
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LunaSea 1999 Conference, Sandestin FL. (3 hour class)
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