Join us for our spring retreat
Saturday, April 18 & Sunday April 19, 2026 at
The Roosevelt House
at LIU Post in Brookville, NY
Book a room with us at The Roslyn Hotel
Please note that the Roosevelt House is a historic building and does not have complete handicap access
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early bird prices available until Friday, January 31, 2026.
Registrations are non-refundable.
Join us for an exclusive, fiber filled weekend
Instruction from Jessica Ays, Lavanya Patricella, Xandy Peters, and Lisa K. Ross
Morning classes
Mid-morning and mid-afternoon snack break
Lunch included
Marketplace available for shopping
Afternoon classes
Free swag
Free pizza party for attendees at Knit on Friday April 17th
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Classes
Saturday Classes
Saturday Morning
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by Lavanya Patricella
Are you ready to learn 2 color brioche? Lavanya will get you started on your own cowl following her included pattern designed especially for beginners that want to learn brioche. You will learn all the beginner basics in this class along with lots of trouble shooting tips that will help you master the stitch.
Materials:
US 11 16" circular needles
1 Stitch marker
100 yards of Bulky yarn (Color B in pattern)
90 yards of Bulky yarn (Color A in pattern)
Homework: With US 11 and Color B CO 58 sts. Being careful not to twist your stitches, pm, and join in the round.
Round 1: p1, k1; repeat from to end of round.
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by Xandy Peters
I-cords are simple tubes of knitting, but they have so many uses. In this class, we will learn to make a simple I-cord, and use it as a structural or decorative edge for our knitting. This stitch is easy to learn, and, once you can use it, the possibilities are endless.
Students will leave ready to explore their own creative uses for this invaluable technique.
Requirements: This class is best suited for intermediate level knitters who have experience reading patterns and working basic increases and decreases.
Supplies: 3-4 colors of DK or worsted weight yarn, scraps are fine, needles in a corresponding size and 2 sizes larger.
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by Jessica Ays
Every knitter makes mistakes…but we don’t always have to rip everything out!
In this empowering workshop, students learn how to recognize and fix common knitting errors with confidence.
You’ll practice picking up dropped stitches, unknitting (aka “tinking”), correcting twisted stitches, and more.
It’s time for you to stop fearing mistakes and start fixing them like a pro, without losing their place or their sanity.
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by Lisa K. Ross
Have you been wanting to ‘step’ into sock knitting? This class will walk you through the basics of a top-down heel flap and gusset sock to get a comfortable fit for your feet. We will explore needle options that best suit your knitting style, then cast-on tiny versions to learn the general construction of a topdown sock. I’ll share my all-time favorite cast-on that looks great and fits even better. Most importantly, we will establish the crucial knowledge of achieving a perfect fit every time, with tips and tricks to help along the way. You’ll be able to tackle any top-down sock pattern in your queue with exceptional results.
Supplies Needed: Two colors of sock yarn (fingering or DK weight) and needles for small-circumference knitting (DPNs, long circular, 2 circulars) sized appropriately for the yarn
Saturday Afternoon
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by Jessica Ays
Knitting charts don’t have to be confusing!
Students will learn how to read and use knitting charts with confidence. Whether you’re knitting cables, lace, or textured stitches, charts can open up a world of patterns…once we learn to understand their visual language.
We’ll walk through real chart examples, learn the meaning behind common symbols (including “no stitch” spaces and repeats), and practice translating symbols into stitches with ease.
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by Lavanya Patricella
Knit a Garter Snake Hat following Lavanya’s included pattern. This class is open to beginners and experienced brioche knitters. You will learn the basics of brioche in the round in this class along with how to properly incorporate the garter stitch.
Materials:
95 Yards DK weight yarn (Color A in pattern)
85 Yards DK weight yarn (Color B in pattern)
US 5 16" Circular Needles
US 5 DPNs
1 Stitch marker
Homework: With US 5 and Color A CO 96 sts. Being careful not to twist, pm and join in the round
Round 1-10: p1, k1; repeat from to end of round
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by Xandy Peters
The Swish Net Scarf is a fringed Wrap with a hexagonal mesh pattern evocative of a fishing net. This project uses a special technique called the lattice stitch, creating fabric out of a series of icords. Because of this special light weight fabric, you'll get a lot more for your yardage - A great advantage if you are using bulky weight yarns.
Each row can be worked in a different color, making this the perfect project for mini skeins, scraps, or Advent calendars. In class, students will learn the basics of the lattice stitch technique including how to make an i-cord while making a section of the larger project.
Requirements: This class is best suited for intermediate level knitters or adventurous beginners who have experience reading patterns and working basic increases and decreases.
Supplies: For a swatch you will need 5+ scraps of yarn at least 5 yd long each. Full project uses 1 skein of Knit Collage Spun cloud, 100 yards (91m) per 200g; 100% wool. Paired with 1 Knit Collage Mini Skein Sampler Kit. OR 20-50 11 yard (10m) pieces of fingering weight yarn.
Needles: Circular needles 1-2 sizes larger than size on the ball band of your yarn. Bulky weight - #15 (15mm), fingering weight #6 (4mm)
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by Lisa K. Ross
Mosaic knitting creates incredible designs, but do you know how easy it is to knit?! Knitting with only one color at a time, graphic patterns are created simply by slipping stitches in clever ways. This can be done in stockinette, garter stitch, or a combination of the two. We will explore and experience this versatile technique, knitting from both charts and written instructions. Most importantly, we’ll learn how to ‘read’ our knitting, to ensure perfect results every time! We will evaluate the unique fabric characteristics created by mosaic knitting, and assess how gauge and elasticity can be affected. Tap into your creative side and experiment with designing your very own!
Supplies Needed: Two or more colors of the same yarn weight for swatching and needles sized appropriately for the yarn
Sunday Classes
Sunday Morning
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by Lavanya Patricella
Join Lavanya and learn the next level of 2 color brioche skills. During class you will learn the basic brioche increases and decreases, how to read a brioche pattern, how to count rows, and how to count stitches using her included hat pattern.
Materials:
110 Yards worsted weight yarn (Color B in pattern)
70 Yards worsted weight yarn (Color A in pattern)
US 6 16" Circular Needles
1 Stitch marker
Homework:
With US 6 and Color B CO 92 sts.
Being careful not to twist, pm and join in the round
Round 1-17: k1 p1; repeat from to end of round
Round 18: k1, p1; repeat from to last 2 sts, k2tog (91 sts)
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by Xandy Peters
The Boardwalk wrap and top are fun and wearable patterns with an airy, beachy feel. They use the open structure of the lattice stitch to create a summer weight fabric. The stitch has an open an airy texture with a geometric look unlike any other knit fabric, it resembles fillet crochet and is made from i-cords. This stitch is easy to learn, and once you know it, the possibilities are endless, including colorwork, lace, and border treatments that other stitches just cannot do.
In this class we will learn the basic lattice stitch and a few variants on the openwork texture, and then cast on a Boardwalk Wrap (or top) using what we’ve learned. Students will leave ready to make modifications to the gauge and size of the wrap, spot and fix mistakes, and to explore their own creative uses for this invaluable technique.
Requirements: This class is best suited for intermediate level knitters or adventurous beginners who have experience reading patterns and working basic increases and decreases.
Supplies: 1 color of fingering weight yarn, scraps are fine, 1-3 skeins of fingering weight yarn for a final project, and needles in a size 5 and 6.
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by Jessica Ays
Cables look complicated, but once you learn the basics, they’re a breeze…and they add gorgeous texture to our knitting.
In this class, students will learn how to read cable charts, use a cable needle (and even how to cable without one!), and practice foundational cable techniques.
As a bonus, students will learn the secret to creating reversible cables - so your projects are beautiful on both sides!
You’ll also learn how to correct common mistakes, read their stitches, and understand the structure of cables, enabling you to knit cable patterns with confidence.
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by Lisa K. Ross
In the fashion world, bias cut garments tend to be better fitting, more flattering, and graphically dynamic, but they are also more expensive due to fabric waste. In the knitting world, we can easily create accessories on the bias with no waste at all! This class pairs increases and decreases to create bias knit designs that drape beautifully when worn and produce eye-catching results. Even beginning knitters will see how easy it is to knit up parallelograms and chevrons that can transform a straightforward scarf into a fashionable accessory. Once you’ve mastered the basics, we’ll play with symmetry and asymmetry, apply unique construction techniques, and incorporate both color and texture to highlight the skills you’ve just learned. Expand your fiber horizons by learning to shift your knitting on the bias!
Supplies Needed: Two or more colors of the same yarn weight for swatching and needles sized appropriately for the yarn
Required Skills: Must be able to make M1L and M1R increases
Sunday Afternoon
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by Lavanya Patricella
Join Lavanya and learn the basics of the 2 color brioche stitch worked flat instead of in the round. You’ll also learn how to read a brioche pattern, count rows, and count stitches and basic trouble shooting skills.
Materials:
US 13 24" circular needles
180 yards of Super Bulky Yarn (Color A in pattern)
180 yards of Super Bulky Yarn (Color B in pattern)
Homework:
With US 13 and Color B CO 13 sts
Row 1 (RS Color B): knit to end of row
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by Jessica Ays
Lace knitting may look delicate and complex, but it’s completely achievable with a bit of guidance, and that’s exactly what you’ll find in this class.
Students will learn how to read lace charts, fix common lace knitting mistakes, and confidently work stitches commonly used for lace knitting, including yarn overs, k2tog, ssk, sk2p, cdd, and more.
This workshop breaks down the basics, so students can start knitting lace patterns with ease and joy. Whether you’ve never knit lace before or you’re ready to revisit the fundamentals, this is the perfect opportunity for you to build a solid foundation.
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by Xandy Peters
This class is a guided tour of the possibilities of center out accessories. We will look at 3 different cast on methods for center out projects and the unique strengths of each method. After casting on, we will try out different arrangements and types of increases to build different shawl, blanket, and scarf shapes such as a square or other regular polygon, rectangle, oblong, almond, and classic circular “pi” shawl. Many traditional lace and colorwork motifs can be converted to work with these shapes for spectacular results. By the end of the class, students will feel confident using these cast on methods to create center out accessories and add stitch and color patterns to various shapes.
Requirements: This class is best suited for intermediate level knitters or adventurous beginners who have experience reading patterns and working basic increases and decreases.
Supplies: 1 or more colors of worsted weight yarn, scraps are fine, circular and double pointed needles in a size 7 and 8 extra needles may be helpful, scratch paper.
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by Lisa K. Ross
Color Play with Colorwork
Knitting with two colors at the same time can be SO much fun and this class will show you how to do it! We will begin with understanding how and why stranded colorwork was created and experience the ways it can not only make your knits more colorful and durable, but also opens a whole new world of knitting opportunities. We will learn some tricks for swatching in the round and experiment with different techniques for both holding and carrying the yarns. We will explore and interpret colorwork charts and see how easy they can be. You’ll leave this class with the confidence and enthusiasm to cast on a new colorwork design and the skills that will enable you to broaden your pattern library!
Supplies Needed: Two or more high contrast colors of the same yarn weight (DK or worsted recommended) and needles for small-circumference knitting (DPNs, long circular, 2 circulars) sized appropriately for the yarn