Explore the possibilities of colourful patterns by learning how to knit stranded colourwork with knitwear designer Aleks Byrd. Learn different methods to knit with two colours and get tips on selecting yarn for your next project. Knitters will knit a little swatch sampler during this two-hour Zoom class. When is the Introduction to Stranded Colourwork class? 27th March 2021, 10 am to 12 pm GMT Skill Level: Advanced beginner/intermediate knitter Students should have a knowledge of how to knit, purl, and knit in the round About Aleks Byrd: Aleks Byrd is a knitwear designer and illustrator. With a heritage tied to three countries (USA, Estonia and Canada), she has plenty of ideas and inspiration running through her, but she tends to play with her Estonian roots in particular, weaving it into new patterns in order to produce modern and unique designs with a connection to the past. As a knitting ambassador for modern traditional Estonian knitting, Aleks has shared her knowledge of the little-known traditional techniques by putting a fresh twist on them for wearable designs. She also teaches these methods in her popular workshops. Her unique ideas and love of color shine through in her collection of designs that are fun and rewarding to knit for all levels of knitters. Materials needed but not included with this course: Approx. 20g of 2 contrasting colours of DK weight yarn (preferably non-superwash). We recommend Semilla GOTS by BC Garn. 4mm (US 6) needles for knitting small circumference in the round either double pointed needles or 80cm / 32" circular needle for magic loop  stitch markers tapestry needle Homework: Work rounds 1-4 as follows:  Using 4mm (US 6) needles with MC, cast on 40 stitches. Join in the round and place a stitch marker for the beginning of round. Rounds 1 - 2: work 1x1 rib as follows: [k1, p1] repeat [-] to end. Rounds 3 - 4: k to end. After you purchase this virtual class, an email will be sent to you with the link to the Zoom.