Fall 2024
Sweater 101: “Learn Local” in Providence, Rhode Island

Introduction to Knitwear Design
Saturday & Sunday, October 5 & 6, 2024 • 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
(catered lunch at 12:30 pm)


Description:

  • Are you interested in developing and strengthening some knitwear design skills?  

  • Are you publishing your own patterns but want to learn more? 

  • Are you a newbie designer looking to gain supportive skills? 

This workshop can help you do the following:

  • Develop a design process to help plan each design 

  • Learn to work inspiring and unique swatches, create unique knitted fabrics

  • Learn all about measurements and how they affect sizing 

  • Develop a designer's "eye" for knitwear – identify your own strengths as a knitwear designer

  • Learn the up-front planning and the shortcuts of a professional 

  • Come away with more confidence about how to visualize an idea and and how to make it happen

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  • Small classes of 10 students allow knitters to learn directly, and share with each other.

  • All classes include an inspiring slide show and handouts to take home.

  • Classes are held at 1 Richmond Square, Providence, RI 02906.

  • Plenty of safe parking.

All-inclusive price for both days: $625.00    

A deposit of $50.00 will hold your spot for this event. No refunds after September 15th.  

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Please note, deposit and payment can also be made by check.
Email Deborah directly for details at deborahnewtonknits@gmail.com

Sign up early—space is limited to 10 students in each class.