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Dimensional Knitting: Double-Knit Sculptural Toque

February 24 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Dimensional Knitting: Double-Knit Sculptural Toque

Description

Master the art of creating sculptural, folded knitting on the outside of a hat, while keeping the interior layer smooth and comfortable. 

Over two classes, learn to use the double knitting technique to make a top-down toque that has a smooth inner texture and a welted, extra-warm outer texture. 

You will leave knowing how to manipulate Double Knitting to create more than just two colour designs — even two shapes are possible! 

What You Will Learn

  1. Magic Circle Cast On: Mastering the method that lets you begin any knitting (or crochet) project from the centre of a circle, in a way that is able to be tightened easily.
  2. E-Loops: Creating simple, mirrored increases that don’t pull on the stitches around them. 
  3. Read Your Knitting: Recognizing your stitches so you can take control, prevent and fix mistakes.
  4. Lifelines: Using hollow cords or waste yarn to create “save points” in your knitting projects.
  5. Textured Double Knitting: Learning how to manipulate the two layers to create different textures and colours on each side, with no wrong sides showing. 
  6. Blocking: The final step that can really change your knitting project and make it sing.
  7. Invisible Bind Off: This essential Double Knitting technique will be taught in a separate workshop the week after this class ends. We split them up so anyone who wants to learn the Invisible Bind Off and grafting can join in.

Class Details

      • Date & Time: 
        • February 24th & March 3rd, 2026
        • 2 time slots 
          • @2:00-4:00pm
          • @6:00-8:00pm
      • Location:
        • Maker Savvy Classroom
      • Skill Level: Intermediate
        • If you can do flat Double Knitting, you can do this. There is an introductory class called “Beyond the Scarf: Two-Sided Knitting with Reversible Colour Pattern” on February 17th, 2026, which you can take in advance to learn the Double Knitting technique.
      • Instructor:
        • Amanda Schwabe is a knitting pattern designer, and she has been teaching professional knitting classes for more than ten years. She is known for her experimental knitting techniques and her in-depth knowledge of stitch anatomy.

Special Information & Preparation

  • Pre-Class Prep: Have yarn wound and ready to knit. A class supply list will be emailed to you.
  • What’s Included in Registration:
    • Pattern: Double Dimension Toque by Amanda Schwabe 

 

Details

Maker Savvy

462 Hazeldean Road
Kanata, Ontario K2L 1V3 Canada + Google Map
6133196757

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