Custom Colorwork Techniques: Mitts
Discover how to knit fingerless gloves with gorgeous colorwork designs alongside knitting designer and author Stephannie Tallent. Using a basic pattern, find out how to work repeatable stranded motifs…
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Discover how to knit fingerless gloves with gorgeous colorwork designs alongside knitting designer and author Stephannie Tallent. Using a basic pattern, find out how to work repeatable stranded motifs to create a personalized look for your mitts, and any future knitting projects.
Mitten & Chart Basics
Meet Stephannie Tallent and start by looking at the basic fingerless mitt template included in your class materials to make sure you’re comfortable reading simple charts. If you’ve worked a project in the round before, you’re in the right place!
Creating Custom Charts
Take a closer look at customizing charts using different tools, from paper and pencil to spreadsheets and specialized software.
Choosing Colors Confidently
Get creative with color design principles to discover what combinations work best on small projects. Find out when to use contrasting or harmonious colors and see how fiber choice will affect the look of your mitts.
Sourcing & Customizing Motifs
With chart and color choices made, you’ll see where to find design inspiration. Learn techniques to turn any motif you see into a custom design for your project.
Adjusting Motifs to Your Project
Get tips for applying your motif to the mitt template of your size. Then, learn how to add your motif design to your custom chart.
Further Customization Options
To wrap up, you’ll learn how to tell what areas of the mitt can still be personalized, such as the cuffs. Stephannie will help you add texture and color using a combination of knit, purl and duplicate stitches.
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