Classes
Class Descriptions – 2021
A Day with Libby Jonson of Truly Myrtle – More info
26 Aug 2021, 9:00am–9:00pm NZST
$260.00
A full day immersion class with Libby Jonson
This is your chance to spend a day with Libby aka Truly Myrtle for a full immersion fit, measurement & pattern masterclass.
This event is only being taught as a masterclass and is exclusively for you!
The day includes:
Full Day Masterclass with Libby Jonson at The Crown Hotel
KAN base registration (must Check Registration box above)
Deluxe goody bag & contents
Plus dinner and knit at The Speights Alehouse
Stream 1 – Fundamentals of Hand Dyeing
27 Aug 2021, 9:30am–3:30pm NZST
$150.00
Please only select one session from Stream One
KAN is thrilled to have the insanely talented Suzy Brown take an extended session on the fundamentals of hand dyeing protein (animal) fibres.
This class covers the theory of the dye process – how dyes work and how to achieve the colours you want. This is also a hands on class and you will get to dye some of your very own yarns or fibre in rich solid colours, and learn several techniques for a variety of special effects.
All dyestuffs and yarn materials are supplied for the class.
Numbers are limited – if we get enough wait listed participants – these will be offered first spaces at an encore session on Thursday 26th.
This class will be held at Skeinz (transport will be supplied from KAN if required)
Stream 1 – Knit 2 Fit
27 Aug 2021, 9:00am–12:00pm NZST
$79.00
Please select only one class from Stream One
Libby will cover all the elements to ensure when selecting your size for you next project it will fit perfectly. It covers correct measurement taking, gauging size and shaping to complete a garment that will not only fit but flatter.
This is a repeat of Libby’s sell out class from previous years.
Stream 1 – Tunisian Crochet
27 Aug 2021, 9:00am–12:00pm NZST
$79.00
with Cheryll Lyall
Please select only one class from Stream One
A brand new class to KAN this year!
Tunisian crochet is a magical crochet form working beautiful fabrics using long straight needle like hooks. It’s fast, fun and satisfying.
Cheryll will share with you the techniques for taking the basic crochet stitches and take them well beyond the everyday to the sublime.
Stream 1 – Masterclass Techniques 2.0
27 Aug 2021, 9:00am–12:00pm NZST
$79.00
with Nanette Cormack
Please select only one class from Stream One
The most popular class in KAN history has had an upgrade – welcome to Masterclass Techniques 2.0!
Nanette has completely updated the skills toolbox to include never before taught cast on’s and bind off’s and other technique gems that will have you knitting like a professional in no time.
Even if you taken the Masterclass Techniques class before, there is enough new material to help expand your skills further.
Stream 1 – Scandinavian Knitting Traditions
27 Aug 2021, 9:00am–12:00pm NZST
$79.00
with Helene Dehmer
Please select only one class from Stream One
The fastest selling class of 2019 is back!
In this class you will take a journey through Scandinavian knitting traditions. You will look at various types of patterns associated with the different Scandinavian countries. What did chickens have to do with knitting in Denmark in the 70’s? What is a Norwegian purl? And what’s the difference between a ‘lice’ and a ‘flea’ in a traditional Norwegian Lusekofta?
Helene has updated the class with new material and inspiration for 2021!
You will also be introduced to some popular contemporary knitting designers from Scandinavia.
Stream 1 – Introduction to Weaving
27 Aug 2021, 9:00am–12:00pm NZST
$94.00
Please only select one session from Stream One
Get a taste of simple weaving techniques and create your own artwork with Deb from Outlaw Yarn.
Weaving has seen a huge renaissance in recent years with simple, stunning textural woven art being exceptionally popular.
We will cover the basic fundamentals of weaving and you will take away a small loom to try out your techniques at home.
This session fee includes an additional material fee for Looms which will be provided.
Stream 2 – Beatrix Bunny
27 Aug 2021, 1:30pm–4:30pm NZST
$79.00
with Nanette Cormack
Please select only one class from Stream Two
This class was introduced during the KAN Cruise in 2019 and was a huge hit and SO much fun for all those who took it – it saw knitted bunnies take over the ship!
Using a pattern by Susan B. Anderson, Nanette uses this charming wee bunny to teach a variety of techniques, such as small circumference knitting on double pointed needles through to after thought insertion and shaping this wee bunny together.
Scheduled for day one of KAN so you have plenty of time to have your bunny completed across the weekend.
Stream 2 – Stitching on your knitting – Embroidered Tea Cosies
27 Aug 2021, 1:30pm–4:30pm NZST
$79.00
with Susan Hagedorn
Please select only one class from Stream Two
Wool embroidery can be done on many knitted and felt items so this workshop may inspire you to try this.
During this workshop you will embroider with wool on a pre-knitted teacosy. Using simple free-form embroidery and bright colours, you can create a unique teacosy, to keep or give as a gift.
Sized to fit a small or medium teapot (pattern will be sent to you before KAN, you must complete and bring it with you to work on).
You may choose to work on a knitted swatch which should measure at least 20 x 20cm (8×8 inches).
Skills Used in this Workshop:
• Knitting flat dense fabric
• Crochet cord or twisted cord
• Making tassles or pompoms
• Learn simple embroidery stitches: running; chain; daisy, etc – with instructions provided in the workshop
Stream 2 – Introduction to Wheel Spinning
27 Aug 2021, 1:30pm–4:30pm NZST
$79.00
with Delene Mundy-Bennett
Please select only one class from Stream Two
This is a class that has been most requested at KAN – a primer on Wheel Spinning.
Delene is an experienced spinner and will cover a variety of aspects in this practical hands-on class
You will look at types of sheep breeds and the differing fleeces they produce, processing methods, spinning wheels and what all the bits are called and what they do as well as creating yarn and exploring different spinning styles.
We STRONGLY encourage you to provide your own wheel as we only have access to a handful of wheels for those unable to travel with one.
A Wheel WoF session(s) will be available to make sure you have your wheel in good working order before the session starts. A fee for materials could apply. Ashford maintenance kits will be available for sale
Stream 2 – Cabling without a Cable Needle
27 Aug 2021, 1:30pm–4:30pm NZST
$79.00
with Ethan Barclay-Ennew
Please select only one class from Stream Two
Ethan is a font of exhaustive knit knowledge, there is always so much more gained from one of his classes and we are thrilled to have him debut at KAN!
The art of cabling or travelling stitches is one that is both endless creative and spectacular.
Many are put off by the requirement of having to help use an additional needle to take your stitches on their journey.
Ethan will cover how and when you can do away with that cable needle and speed up your cable knitting.
Stream 2 – Rope Basket Crochet
27 Aug 2021, 1:30pm–4:30pm NZST
$89.00
with Alia Bland
Please select only one class from Stream Two
Learn how to transform rope (or any other thick cord) into useful vessels and baskets by using crochet.
Alia taught this class several years ago and it was a smash it with the participants and with the movement back to craft for the home bigger than ever, this class will unlock all the potential of the things you can achieve with basic crochet stitches.
The class fee also includes your material fee for the class, as Alia will be providing everything you require (excluding crochet hook)
Stream 3 – Knit 2 Fit (Encore Session)
28 Aug 2021, 9:00am–12:00pm NZST
$79.00
Please select only one class from Stream Three
Encore Session
Libby will cover all the elements to ensure when selecting your size for you next project it will fit perfectly. It covers correct measurement taking, gauging size and shaping to complete a garment that will not only fit but flatter.
This is a repeat of Libby’s sell out class from previous years.
Stream 3 – Ready, Steady Brioche!
28 Aug 2021, 9:00am–12:00pm NZST
$79.00
with Ethan Barclay-Ennew
Please select only one class from Stream Three
Brioche has started to proliferate modern knit design in recent years. Learn the mysteries of brioche, from one colour to two colour and more.
Ethan will help you navigate all you need to know to unlock dynamic pattern by designers such as Stephen West!
Stream 3 – German Cast On’s and Icelandic Bind Offs
28 Aug 2021, 9:00am–12:00pm NZST
$79.00
with Vanessa Harper
Please select only one class from Stream Three
Vanessa is the creative genius behind Hanging Rock Roost, designs, yarn and bespoke project bags.
Vanessa brings you a class on the European traditions of cast on and bind off not normally seen in this part of the world and how you can integrate them into your work to make exceptional beginnings and endings.
Stream 3 – Beads & Lace
28 Aug 2021, 9:00am–12:00pm NZST
$79.00
with Nanette Cormack
Please select only one class from Stream Three
One way to take lace knitting from wonderful to WOW is by adding beads.
Nanette will cover the various techniques required to achieve this. Bead placement, size, stitching and more – including bonus lace knitting tips!
Stream 3 – Colour Confidence
28 Aug 2021, 9:00am–12:00pm NZST
$79.00
with Catrien Kilpatrick
Please select only one class from Stream Three
Selecting just the right colour can be so daunting for so many.
Catrien from Yarnfloozy will help you make colour selections for your next project with absolute confidence.
What colours complement or clash, when do you employ the powers of light and dark – all these questions and more will be covered in this class to have you confident with colour!
Stream 3 – Give a Gnome a Home
28 Aug 2021, 9:00am–12:00pm NZST
$81.00
with Susan Hagedorn
Please select only one class from Stream Three
You will go home from this workshop with a unique gnome to provide a home for.
Knitting and finishing the gnome details will be covered in the workshop.
Warning: Knitting Gnomes is addictive!
Skills you must be comfortable and capable of to do this Workshop include:
• Knitting small circumference in the round with circular or dpn needles
• Decreasing
• Increasing
• Knitting i-cord
A small material cost is included in this workshop fee
This class is held at Skeinz and is open to the public – general KAN registration is not required to attend.
Stream 4 – The Magic of Marl
28 Aug 2021, 1:30pm–4:30pm NZST
$79.00
with Cher Lyall
Please select only one class from Stream Four
The technique of working two strands together to create new colour combinations is the magic of Marl.
Made incredibly popular again by designers like StevenBe and Stephen West, Marling is a way to create some colourful impactful fabrics with existing materials.
Cheryll will explore the options, trick and magic that is Marl!
Stream 4 – Scandinavian Knitting Traditions (Encore)
28 Aug 2021, 1:30pm–4:30pm NZST
$79.00
with Helene Dehmer
Please select only one class from Stream Four
Encore Session from Stream 1
The fastest selling class of 2019 is back!
In this class you will take a journey through Scandinavian knitting traditions. You will look at various types of patterns associated with the different Scandinavian countries. What did chickens have to do with knitting in Denmark in the 70’s? What is a Norwegian purl? And what’s the difference between a ‘lice’ and a ‘flea’ in a traditional Norwegian Lusekofta?
Helene has updated the class with new material and inspiration for 2021!
You will also be introduced to some popular contemporary knitting designers from Scandinavia.
Stream 4 – Three Colour Yokes
28 Aug 2021, 1:30pm–4:30pm NZST
$79.00
with Catrien Kilpatrick
Please select only one class from Stream Four
Coloured yoke knitting is one of the hottest trends in recent knit design. Selecting just the right colours to make your yokes pop and have that impact is quite the art.
Catrien will help prevent you from the pitfalls and perils of poor colour selection and what options make a yoked design sparkle.
This is a great companion class to Catrien’s Stream Three Colour Confidence
Stream 4 – Wonders of Blocking
28 Aug 2021, 1:30pm–4:30pm NZST
$79.00
with Margaret Collins
Please select only one class from Stream Four
Blocking, like swatching, is often a step that is missed when completing your knitted project.
Margaret will cover the reasons why to block, when to block, types of blocking and the magical transformation that can be achieve through blocking.
Margaret will demonstrate how to block shawls, hats, garments and all things knitted or crocheted. You will also have the opportunity to have the hands on experience of blocking yourself.
Stream 4 – Tubular Cast On’s
28 Aug 2021, 1:30pm–4:30pm NZST
$79.00
with Ethan Barclay-Ennew
Please select only one class from Stream Four
If you have spent anytime watching either The Skeinz Diaries or Ethan’s on Outlaw HQ’s FB channel, you will know how much he LOVES a tubular cast on to start garments.
Ethan is once of the top sample & test knitters of the world leading designers and in this class he will share the secrets of this miraculous cast on, when & why to use it and how, if mastered, it will transform your knitting forever.
Stream 4 – Crochet for the home
28 Aug 2021, 1:30pm–4:30pm NZST
$89.00
with Alia Bland
Please select only one class from Stream Four
Alia knows a thing or two about crochet for the home. She lives in a home surrounded by crochet.
In this class she will cover how crochet can make your home not only more comfortable, but more functional too.
A basic knowledge of crochet is required, but that’s all you’ll need to take this journey to get your home all hooked up!
The class also includes a material fee for the class, as Alia will be providing some additional items.
KAN2021: Homegrown – Class Snapshot
Detailed descriptions to follow.
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STREAM ONE Friday 9am – 12pm |
STREAM TWO
Friday 1.30pm – 4.30pm |
STREAM THREE
Sat 9am – 12pm |
STREAM FOUR
Sat 1.30pm – 4.30pm |
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Tunisian Crochet Cher Lyall |
Beatrix Bunny
Nanette Cormack |
Beads and Lace
Nanette Cormack |
The Magic of Marl Cher Lyall |
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Skills Masterclass 2.0 Nanette Cormack
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Stitching ON your Knitting
Susan Hagedorn |
German cast on’s and Icelandic bind off
Vanessa Harper |
Three Colour Yokes Catrien Kilpatrick |
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Knit to Fit Libby Jonson |
Introduction to Spinning
Delene Mundy – Bennett |
Knit to Fit
Libby Jonson |
The Wonders of Blocking Margaret Collins |
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Introduction to Weaving Ethan B-E & Deb Moore |
Needless Cabling
Ethan Barclay-Ennew |
Ready, Steady, Brioche!
Ethan Barclay-Ennew |
Tubular Cast on’s Ethan Barclay-Ennew |
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Scandinavian Knitting Traditions Helene Dehmer |
Rope Basket Crochet
Alia Bland |
Colour Confidence
Catrien Kilpatrick |
Scandinavian Knitting Traditions Helene Dehmer |
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Dyeing Comprehensive Workshop Suzy Brown 9.30 am – 3.30pm Additional class/material fees |
Knitted Gnones
Susan Hagedorn (Skeinz) |
Crochet for the Home Alia Bland (Skeinz) |
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Classes for KAN 2021: Homegrown
This lineup is proving to be the best yet. Please take time to plan your workshops and I strongly suggest selecting a first, second or even third choice classes.
Classes do sell out EXTREMELY quickly. It’s like trying to book tickets for a concert, so please don’t be disappointed if you miss out. I have 25% more classes this year with a number of classes repeated, so you have more chances to get the classes you desire.
All classes are 3 hours long and are $79 each with some classes attracting additional material fees for items provided by the tutors.
You will need to bring your basic knit/crochet capsule of needles & notions to classes – with class requirements sent out within two weeks of the event.
KAN base registration must be purchased in order to unlock and book classes – with the exception of the Skeinz classes with Susan and Alia