{"product_id":"demystifying-gauge","title":"Demystifying Gauge","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"x_48807023gmail_default\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGauge might not be the most exciting part of knitting, but it can make all the difference between a sweater that fits and one that doesn't!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this hands-on class, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHélène will take the mystery (and frustration!) out of knitting gauge. You'll learn why gauge matters, how to knit and measure an accurate gauge swatch, and what to do when your stitches and rows don't match the pattern. We'll explore how needle size, yarn choice, and even your knitting style affect gauge, plus why washing and blocking your swatch is so important.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're getting ready to knit your first sweater or have been knitting for years and still find gauge a little confusing, this class will give you the confidence to get the fit you're looking for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hélène Driesen of Kieran Knits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to bring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Completed homework: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKnit two squares of stockinette in a light colored DK weight yarn that measure roughly 5\" square. Knit the the first and last 3 stitches of each row in garter stitch and the remainder in stockinette. Knit square 1 on the needle size the ball band calls for and square 2 on larger needles than yarn label calls for. Use the same number of stitches and rows for each square. Paper, pencil or pen, calculator (your phone will work great).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAdvanced beginner and up. Students should be comfortable knitting and purling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saturday, December 12, 2 to 3:30 pm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis class will run with 4 to 12 students.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"South End Yarn Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54861873021212,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/3565\/4940\/files\/IMG_0105.jpg?v=1794010885","url":"https:\/\/southendyarn.com\/products\/demystifying-gauge","provider":"South End Yarn Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}