Who is Bjorn Coordt?
Bjorn Coordt is a master handweaver and textile designer. Born in Bergen, Germany he is now coming to us from Wentzville, MO. His work has a modernistic style that integrates art, technology and craftsmanship. Together with his partner Rex Tannahill they are the creative force behind Hand Painted Knitting Yarns. In Canada for the first time! hpkyllc.com
Scarf-in-a-Scarf Knitting Techniques
Overcome your fear of trying something new as you dive into a fibre fantasy with Bjorn. This innovative design features hand painted yarns in 60% silk and 40% merino wool which when knitted is integrated with a hand painted silk scarf. Learn how to knit several different basic equilateral patterns like garter, seed, moss and basket, plus tips for knitting button holes. Discover different design options to intertwine the silk scarf with the knitted scarf and different ways to wear the scarf-in-a-scarf! The latest must have fibre craze.
Enjoy How-to Demos – Be captivated by Bjorn as he entertains and shares these fabulous must learn techniques. Knitting Nook – Fri 11:30 . Sat 10:30
or, Attend a Mini Workshop limited to 12 participants (pick up your free ticket at the activity counter 15 minutes before the session. Knitting Nook – Fri 3:30 . Sat 2:30
Let’s Paint with Yarn (4 sessions for 12 participants)
Discover a great way to use up scrap yarn as you create a framed piece of wall art! Playing with yarn and adding trinkets, pebbles and more you will create a design that is truly YOU! Enjoy the fun by dropping all your fear as the white surface disappears, so quick and easy. Kit $8
Knitting Nook – Fri 10:30 & 6:30 . Sat 11:30 & 4:30
Let’s Play with 12 Different Yarns: Trunk Show
Let Bjorn eliminate the fear of working with different fibres as he shares insiders knitting tips. See how to make your craft unique using a skein of yarn that consists of 12 different yarns. You can change yarn many times without having to worry about stitching in all the ends. Find out how to… design the ‘right’ sequence for your 12 yarns; about the right needle size; and how to design different items.
Knitting Nook – Fri 1:30 . Sat 1:30
Special Announcement
Get introduced to techniques this April, but watch for more indepth sessions coming this fall.