Knitting in the stitch below (K1B) is a stitch that creates a wide variety of textural interest. We will learn and practice the K1B technique on a one-color Twisted Moss pattern practice on a two-color check pattern and other 1, 2, and 3 color textures, and then move on to the more complex hexagon stitch, practicing it flat and in the round on a cowl project. Also, a complex 2-needle cast-on will be taught appropriate for the hexagon stitch and any other expansive knitted fabric, along with appropriate bind-offs demonstrated.
Several small balls (20 grams each) of worsted-weight yarn in different colors to work practice swatches in class, US size 6 needles, and stitch markers. Also, one needle, US size 4 (straight or dpn). Hexagon Cowl supplies: two colors (Color A and Color B) worsted-weight yarn, (60 grams each) and 24” circular needle, US size 6 and complete the homework, which is ribbing for the cowl.
Optional: These swatches are for practicing bind-offs appropriate for K1B fabrics. The instructor will demonstrate the bind-offs; if students want to practice the bind-offs in class, they should prepare these swatches. Make five swatches. For each swatch: CO 20 sts, work 10 rows of stockinette stitch (knit one row, purl one row, repeat these two rows five times). Leaving a 2-yard tail, place live stitches on stitch holder for easy transfer to working needle in class or place on spare DPN for easy working in class."