BLOCKBUSTER: INCREASES AND DECREASES


Workshop Information

Learn how to "make 1" (increase) and two slanting decreases to create the 2-Color Triangle (p. 28). You'll also learn how to change colours and weave in your ends.

Materials Required

A small quantity (25g or less each) of two colours of yarn and knitting needles appropriate for the gauge of the yarn and one tapestry/wool (big eye, blunt tip) needle. A copy of Nicky Epstein's Knitting Block by Block book is a required text for this workshop.

Skill Level 1: Beginner

You know how to cast on and cast off and are comfortable making both knit and purl stitches. You've made a scarf and now you're ready for something new.

$25 (or possibly free!*)

  • 1 x 2-hour session
  • Materials extra

*When you purchase Nicky's "Knitting Block by Block" from River City Yarns, we'll give you a complimentary registration ($0.00) in one of our Blockbuster workshops (a $25.00 value).

Dates and Times

  • Friday, March 23 from 2–4pm (Southside)


Other stuff you should know:

  • Questions? Please contact our friendly and knowledgable staff at either location by phone or email. Click here for our locations.
  • Private group or individual sessions are also available. For information please contact us at River City Yarns and ask for Cynthia.
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  • Confirmation of online registration will not be finalized until payment has been made.
  • Space may be limited depending on seating. If minimum enrolment is not met we reserve the right to cancel the class. A full refund will be given should this situation arise.
  • If you are unable to attend a class you may ask a friend to take your place or with 7 days notice your registration fees may be transferred to another class. There is no refund on registration.
  • We provide coffee and tea and you are welcome to bring your own food or snacks.
  • We strive to keep the cost of workshops low, so we ask that your supplies be purchased from River City Yarns.

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