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Joan McGowan-Michael founded her company, White Lies Designs, in 2001. It has since become the original go-to resource for lingerie patterns for hand knitting , and other romantic, vintage inspired knitwear styles. The thread that runs through all of her work is the celebration of romance and the feminine form. She believes that all women are beautiful and strives to help enhance that beauty through the clothing she designs. All of her styles are available in a wide range of sizes from petite to plus.
Classes with Joan will be taking place in the Cottrell Building
Yarn and beads for Joan’s workshops are supplied
Whip Your Knits into Shape!Adding designer shaping touches to your knitted garments is easy once you know a few simple rules and how to apply them. Flatter your figure by shaping any garment as you knit it. Darts, ease, and short row shaping are all important elements for a custom fit. Learn which ones to use to play up your specific body type to it’s best advantage. Students get a complete set of their own body measurements and the skills needed to customize knits to fit their shape. When: Tuesday, 9.30 - 5.00 Level: Intermediate plus Class Skills: Confident knitters (must have knit at least 2 or 3 sweater/cardigan projects) only Cost: £78 Class Length: 6 hours Homework: None Bring with you: 4mm (US 6) needles Notepad Pen Sketchpad and pencils Tape measure Minimum number of students for class to run: 10 Maximum number of students: 22
Beading for KnitsJoan’s collection of vintage beaded sweaters lend the inspiration for knitters to bead their own items. A plain cardigan or pullover becomes a gorgeous heirloom in a matter of a few hours! Hand beaded sweaters sell for big $$. Learn how to duplicate this luxurious look easily for very little money by making a fancy beaded sunglass case in class. When: Wednesday, 9.30 - 12.30 Level: Beginner plus Class Skills: Must be able to knit and purl Cost: £40 (includes beads) Class Length: 3 hours Bring with you: 4mm (US 6) needles Darning needle Notepad and pen Minimum number of students for class to run: 10 Maximum number of students: 22
Rockin’ the Stockins’!Everyone loves to knit socks, but have you tried stockings? Elevate your fashion quotient thigh high with stockings shaped and fitted to your very own leg! Learn to measure your leg properly, then work a simple toe-up construction that allows you to shape the stocking as you go and simply bind off when you reach the height you want. Get a custom fit that assures comfort and wearability.
When: Thursday, 9.30 - 5.00 Level: Intermediate plus Class Skills: Knitters should be comfortable with most sock concepts and should have attempted at least one pair of toe-up socks Cost: £78 Class Length: 6 hours Bring with you: Sock needles, size 2mm - 3mm - either double pointed needles or two circular needles, whatever you prefer If you have a favourite sock yarn you wish to use, please bring a (wound) skein with you Tape measure Notepad Pen Homework: None Minimum number of students for class to run: 10 Maximum number of students: 22
Crochet for KnitsHave no fear; if you can knit , you can also crochet! When: Friday, 9.30 - 12.30 Level: Advanced Beginner Knitter / Beginner crocheter Class Skills: Comfortable with basic knit stitches Cost: £40 Class Length: 3 hours Bring with you: Several crochet hooks in a variety of sizes A sweater or cardigan that you wish to embellish. If you do not have one available, several stocking stitch swatches Notepad and pen Homework Minimum number of students for class to run: 10 Maximum number of students: 22
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