Beth Brown -Reinsel Workshop

Fiber Experiences hosted a great workshop with Beth Brown-Reinsel on Aug 2 and 3. The Saturday workshop was Ganseys. These are the sweaters worn by the Scotish fishermen. Construction details include the channel isle cast on, armhole gussets, and patterning on the up part of the body. Plain knitting was tucked into waders. Miniature sweaters were made by the students so they could work through all the details.

Sunday was devoted to the Swedish technique of Twined Knitting. Students constructed a miniature mitten. This technique produces a very dense fabric as both ends of the yarn ball are used alternately. Black Water Abbey was a great yarn choice for both projects.

Beth is modeling her newest Nordic sweater design. She did a fabulous job working with the students. We enjoyed using the Textile Arts Center at Tamarac Square for the workshops.