Join us for a Yoke Sweater Knit Along!

Join us for the perfect beginner sweater project! The classic Yoke sweater is the perfect first foray into the world of sweater knitting. In addition to being cozy, classic, and beautiful, it’s a simple and seamless knit. Minimal sewing required.

This knit along will help you learn how to choose the right size and yarn for your sweater project and hone your skills in colourwork, chart reading, and picking up stitches for a collar.

Participation in the KAL is free with purchase of pattern and yarn.

Here are the Meeting details:

Meeting 1 Project Set-up & Cast on – Sunday January 14 from 12:30pm to 2:30pm

Meeting 2 Body knitting & moral support – Sunday January 28 from 12:30pm to 2:30pm

Meeting 3 Joining Sleeves and Colourwork – Sunday February 11 from 12:30pm to 2:30pm

Meeting 4 Finishing (e.g. grafting underarms) – Sunday February 25 from 12:30pm to 2:30pm    

We’ve curated 3 patterns for you to choose from!

Atlas

This in Brooklyn Tweed Shelter this is Jared Flood's riff on the classic Lopi sweater. Pattern includes options for men's, women's sizes.

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/atlas-for-adults

Frostpeak

A svelte turtleneck pullover in Loft belongs at the heart of a wardrobe. Add a beautiful yoke that incorporates purl stitches for subtle texture and you’ve got a striking and timeless design.

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/frostpeak

Strokkur

Designed by Ysolda Teague, Strokkur is knit in Létt Lopi and inspired by traditional Icelandic Lopapeysas: cozy sweaters with colourful yoke patterns.

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/strokkur-5