
Slip Into Mosaic Knitting — No Charts Required Create striking colorwork using simple slip-stitch techniques — one color at a time.
Ready to explore colorwork without juggling multiple strands or reading charts? In this workshop, students will learn the fundamentals of mosaic knitting while creating a cozy single-loop cowl. Mosaic knitting uses simple slip-stitch techniques to create bold, graphic patterns while working with only one color per round. This makes it an approachable and confidence-building introduction to colorwork.
- During class, students will focus on:
- understanding mosaic stitch structure
- managing yarn tension for slipped stitches
- reading and tracking written pattern repeats
- recognizing and correcting common mistakes
- developing a comfortable knitting rhythm in the round
By the end of class, students will have a strong foundation in mosaic knitting and the skills needed to confidently complete their cowl at home.
Skill Level - Advanced Beginner and beyond
Students should already be comfortable:
- casting on joining to knit in the round working ribbing using either magic loop or a circular needle
Homework Requirement
To ensure we can spend our class time focused on mosaic techniques, students are required to arrive with the following completed:
- yarn selected stitches cast on
- work joined in the round
- ribbing section completed
Students who need assistance with homework are encouraged to reach out prior to class
What Students Will Learn
- how mosaic knitting creates colorwork using slip stitches
- how to maintain even tension when slipping stitches
- how to follow written mosaic instructions (no charts required)
- how to troubleshoot common issues in mosaic knitting
Additional Notes
This class focuses on written instructions rather than charts, making it an ideal next step for knitters who are comfortable knitting in the round and ready to explore colorwork in an approachable way.
Level: Intermediate
Age Range: Adults
Instructor: Lisa Sandberg (Read Lisa's bio)
Members: $100
Non Members: $120
Materials fee: No Materials fee for this workshop.
Materials provided by instructor: Project pattern
Students should bring: Worsted weight yarn in two contrasting colors 24" circular needle or 40" circular for magic loop (US 7–8) Stitch markers Tapestry needle Scissors Pattern (provided)
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