Cold winters call for more than just any kind of mittens. Thrumming is a technique that incorporates pieces of fiber/roving into your knitting creating a soft, insulating layer between you and that winter chill. These quick, cozy mittens will keep your hands nice and toasty until you can make it to your next cup of tea or hot chocolate. In this class, you’ll learn about fiber, the technique of thrumming, and cast the mittens on to try it out yourself! You’ll have a new skill under your belt and your new favorite winter mittens on your needles. When is Thrumming 101: Super Cozy Mittens? Thursday 14th October 2021 7pm-9pm (Local time Dublin Ireland) Skill Level: Participants should be familiar with how to knit/purl, cast on/bind off, increase/decrease, work in the round and have knit a few accessories.   About Mieka John: Mieka John, the designer behind Salt & Stone Knits, enjoys the many facets of being a knitwear designer and teacher. On an average day she’s connecting and collaborating with other makers,  swatching designs, and preparing classes. Originally from New York, she now lives in beautiful Amsterdam where she spends her days uncovering her creativity and biking to her next appointment with a basket full of WIPs.   Materials needed but NOT included in this class: Aran-weight yarn (approx 100g will be needed, we recommend Rios or Hamelton No. 1) 4.5 mm (US 7) needles for the cuff 5.0 mm (US 8) for the body 40g of fibre roving (Fibre roving can be purchased here.) A small amount of waste yarn A tapestry needle Homework: A small amount of advance preparation is required for this class. The "homework" instructions will be automatically emailed to you after registration.