The Mystical World of Russian Lace…
Lusy Galyna Batwell
Galyna Lusy Batewell began knitting and crocheting in the Ukraine at the age of 6, but found her passion in spinning after moving to the USA. This award winning spinner combines traditional Russian lace knitting techniques with an inspiring, fun-loving teaching style to provide an unforgettable, cultural experience. www.Etsy.com/Shop/Lusy
The Mystique of Russian Lace (20) All Levels
Russian Lace Class at Creativ Festival
Travel back in time as Lusy starts by demonstrating and sharing how talented Orenburg knitters and spinners performed feats of textile magic by turning raw goat down into luxuriously soft and exquisitely fine yarn. Spun on supported spindles, the results are the most elegant lace shawls and scarves in the textile universe.
Spin the fibre, learn plying techniques and prepare the yarn for knitting
Spindles for Russian Lace
Then learn basic elements that provide the foundation of Russian lace knitting such as mouse prints, cat’s paw, honeycomb, unique cast-ons and more as you start to knit a sample/doll size shawl. Plus, tips on the most economical use of today’s luxury fibres such as cashmere and mink as well as lots of original Russian Orenburg shawls for inspiration. Bring: Assorted single pointed knitting needles, 2mm to 3.5mm (18-20cm long), apron and optional support spindles. Spindles on loan & yarn provided.
3 Hour Workshop – Thu 9:00 to 12:00