Most knitting patterns will finish up by saying "block to measurements". But what does that mean? And should you steam block? Wet block? What about blocking lace versus blocking cables, or texture, or stockinette? Should you block before seaming or after? We'll talk about different options for different fiber, garment, and fabric types, and then get some hands on experience with blocking different swatches and some finished items. Bring anything with you that you'd like to block and we'll talk about your options! Note: all participants will be provided with a short lace pattern to knit for their blocking swatch prior to class, which can be knit in any fiber of your choosing. Participants can also bring small items they'd like to practice blocking.

Brioche is an easy stitch that creates a lush, drapey, warm fabric. In this class we'll learn the basic principles of working brioche flat and in the round, and increasing and decreasing in pattern, and get started on knitting the Hey, Little Songbird pattern.

Please bring to the class: approximately 70 yards of worsted weight yarn and US 7 needles for swatching and practicing and 800 yards of sport weight/DK yarn and US 10 ½ needles for the stole. (please note, we will not be winding yarn during the workshop)