New Directions in Lace
Romi Hill
Class Preview
1:00
- In-depth Instruction; over 149 mins
- On-demand video access anytime
- Bonus downloadable PDF resources
- Access to class Q&A
Introduction to Romi
7:26
Meet your instructor, Romi Hill, and get introduced to the Doll Shawl, a mini version of your project.
Learning to Knit Lace
14:30
Learn all about lace! From yarn and beads to blocking, you'll learn the basics and build from there.
Fundamental Tips & Techniques
17:48
Learn how to read charts, use stitch markers and create lifelines to save your knitting. With these fundamental techniques, you'll be able to address most issues you encounter in you lace knitting!
Starting to Knit In the Round
26:59
Get started knitting lace! Learn about the bellybutton cast-on, joining your working yarn and starting stitches.
Knitting the Doll Shawl
33:18
Shawl charts are your friend! Make a smaller version of a lace shawl to practice your decreases and bead placement.
Transitioning from Circular to Flat
28:32
Learn how to transition your lace from circular knitting to flat knitting. Bind off and add wings to create a fantastic shawl.
Blocking Lace
19:37
Finish your shawl with flair! Weave in the ends, soak, dye, and block everything. Add beads as a finishing touch.
Renowned lace knitwear designer Romi Hill leads you through her breathtaking “Fiori Autunnali” shawl — every bit as beautiful as it is versatile! Learn expert tips for reading charts, casting on and fixing mistakes. Knit along with her as you create beautiful scalloped edges and learn how to bind off. Practice on a small doll-sized shawl if you prefer before embarking on this innovative lace project.
Romi Hill
Romi Hill lives on the eastern slope of the Sierra Nevada mountains in northern Nevada, where the high desert nights are cool and the air is clear and crisp. A lifelong crafter and knitter, she's inspired by the surroundings in her corner of the world, and her designs have an organic flow. Romi specializes in lace of all weights, and you can see her full pattern collection on Ravelry. Romi's lace book from Interweave Press, "New Lace Knitting" was published in 2015 and features timeless patterns for garments and accessories. She loves dark chocolate with chili peppers and she's a sucker for a great pair of cowboy boots.
Bonus materials available after purchase