Top Down Sweaters with KAREN WHOOLEY--NOV 2009

[Crochetville LLC]

Teacher: Karen Whooley, JoviMom (http://www.crochetville.org/forum/member.php?u=420), KRW Knitwear Studio (http://www.krwknitwear.com/)

Class Cost: $30.00 – three week class

Registration Dates: Registration now open. Click here (http://www.crochetville.org/forum/showthread.php?t=61284) to register.

Class Begins: Friday, November 6, 2009

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner. Knowing the basic stitches is helpful.

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Description:

Making a sweater from neck-to-hem is no longer a knitter’s trick. Crocheters can create beautiful raglan-style sweaters and cardigans from the neck down, quickly, easily and without a pattern!


Class is broken up into 3 weeks:

Week 1: Measurements, Gauge and Yoke
Week 2: Sweater Body
Week 3: Ribbing and Sleeves

Supplies Needed:



Yarn Desired for sweater.
Appropriate hooks for yarn selected
Yarn needle
Scissors
Stitch gauge


Class Photo Showcase: Crochetville now has Photo Showcase threads for each class so students can post photos of their finished garments for all the rest of our members and visitors to see. Whenever you finish your class project, please feel free to add your photos to this thread (http://www.crochetville.org/forum/showthread.php?t=107014). Please click here (http://www.crochetville.org/forum/showthread.php?t=99328) for more information about the Photo Showcase threads.

Class Policies: Click here (http://www.crochetville.org/forum/showthread.php?t=61285) to read our Online Class Policies for students. Please read these policies prior to registering for a class.

Minimum Number of Students Required: 5
We currently have more than 5 students registered for this class, so the minimum has been met!
If the minimum number of students has not been reached by noon (central time), on Wednesday, October 28, this class may be canceled.

Maximum Number of Students Accepted: Approximately 30

First Day of Class: Friday, November 6, 2009

Last Day to Register: Tuesday, November 10, 2009, at noon central time

Last Day of Class: Thursday, November 26, 2009

Last Day Class Material Available: Friday, December 11, 2009


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[PBLKNP]

Wow! I'd be very interested in taking this class...I've made topdown sweaters before, but wasn't 100% thrilled with the results. It would be nice to have some direction. :c9

[Needle Arts]

OHHHHHHHHHHH, I see another class in my future! Marking the calendar.

[JennyBunny]

Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy! I hope I can take this one!

[Gaby]

I'd love to take this class! I'll mark my calendar!

[HappyOldCro]

I used to do what we called 'raglans' when I was younger, but to do it without a pattern would be pure delight for me. They seem to work up so much faster and without all those seams. I am definitely going to get in on this one.

[LEaD]

I haven't taken any classes offered here...but I REALLY want to take this one. When will registration open? I hope I don't forget :-)

[PBLKNP]

I already put it in my Blackberry calendar!

[nicolep]

Here's another one from Karen Whooley that I have to take. :D Well, dern.... :hook

[PBLKNP]

Here's another one from Karen Whooley that I have to take. :D Well, dern.... :hook

I'm looking forward to this, too! I have the book and have attempted to do one of the sweaters, but I screwed up royally. It's just vile-looking. I'm hoping if I take the class I can get more direction on where I went wrong. :lol

[dobermama]

Here's another one from Karen Whooley that I have to take. :D Well, dern.... :hook

Me too!!! :lol If I still have my PT job in November when the class registration opens!!!

[nana_k]

I've NEVER attempted a sweater, hope to take this class and learn how! :)

[HappyOldCro]

I didn't see this class in the list of upcoming stuff. Did I go to the wrong place or has it been cancelled? I know it was on the list before...?????

[nicolep]

I didn't see this class in the list of upcoming stuff. Did I go to the wrong place or has it been cancelled? I know it was on the list before...?????

It's still on the schedule...second post on the class list. Looks like were still on. I'm looking forward to this one. I have been crocheting a lot of clothes lately.

[HappyOldCro]

It's still on the schedule...second post on the class list. Looks like were still on. I'm looking forward to this one. I have been crocheting a lot of clothes lately.

OK, thanks nicole, I clicked on wrong item when looking for it again, :lol
Gotta get back into writing stickys again. Memory going.

[meowy]

Ohh I will try to remember to sign up on this one. I really want to make a cardigan! I can't ever find the perfect one at the store and most of the time I sit around in a jacket instead hehe.

How would I know how much yarn I need to pick up, is that covered at the start of class?

[chickwithstick]

This is the class for me!!! How much yard and what weight are we going to need. Hope it wasn't posted I got excited :)

[Mom2PBJ]

How is the class taught? Is there a video? Everybody log into a chat room? I'm befuddled. I do want to take this.

[my2bois]

Definately marking the calendar for this one. The one attempt at a sweater I tried was disasterious!!! :lol I will be so glad to have some guidence!

[bshaari]

Any idea when the registration will open for this class?

[nicolep]

Registration usually opens about two weeks before the class start date.

[nicolep]

How is the class taught? Is there a video? Everybody log into a chat room? I'm befuddled. I do want to take this.


The teacher usually posts files that have the lesson on them. I'm not 100% sure if she'll do this one the same as the others or not. If she does, she'll post a PDF with the pattern/lesson. She'll check in at least once a day to answer any questions.

[PBLKNP]

I still have to figure out what yarn I'm using! I'm hoping there will be a sale somewhere on Patons Classic Wool between now and then...or on some other affordable wool.

[JessicaRenee520]

Yay! I have signed up for my first Crochetville class :-). I am looking foward to starting this project.

[bshaari]

I just registered for this class. Yippee! I am excited. I took the Toe Up socks class from Karen and it was great. First time in 50+ years of crocheting that I was able to make socks that fit and were comfy too. So I know that this sweater will be spectacular.

[jena]

Just registered - looking forward to this one. I loved the toe up sock class too and have great comfy socks that fit. Chat to you all soon in class .....

[JessicaRenee520]

Question about class: I signed up (and paid) for the class, but there is nothing showing up in the "classroom" forum for me. Does the "class" appear on the first day? Thanks :-)

[JoviMom]

Question about class: I signed up (and paid) for the class, but there is nothing showing up in the "classroom" forum for me. Does the "class" appear on the first day? Thanks :-)


I dont post anything until the first day of class. But I am very excited to see so many people signed up! :)

[snorac]

What would you estimate the amount of yarn needed for a woman's large sweater? In worsted weight.

[JoviMom]

What would you estimate the amount of yarn needed for a woman's large sweater? In worsted weight.


It is going to vary depending on what stitch pattern you decide to use.. but I am going to guestimate 16 - 30 oz....

I know that is a wide range.. but I cant give yardage because I dont know you stitch gauge or what pattern you plan to use.

You will be working on a custom pattern.. you get to chose it all!

[LadyBeBop]

I'm in. :clap

Tough time of year, since we all will be working on Christmas presents. However, I'll be finishing my DGD's first birthday present the week before, and I'm hoping to get most of my DD's afghan done before class begins. :sheepxmas

I really wanted to take time out for this class though. I've tried a few top down sweaters on my own, and I've had no success. :angry I even tried making one for my DGD, and that was a failure.:yell

I'm going to need a lot of hand-holding. :hugEither that, or a lot of help.:help

[JoviMom]

That is what the class is for! :) I am there to help.. ask questions, hand hold... hug.. cheer and generally make sure you can complete your sweater! You dont have to make a full size sweater if you dont want to. I actually do recommend you make a child size one for the class so that you arent totally overwhelmed. Unless of course you dont have a child you can give it too.

Though you could give it to charity I suppose :)

I'm in. :clap

Tough time of year, since we all will be working on Christmas presents. However, I'll be finishing my DGD's first birthday present the week before, and I'm hoping to get most of my DD's afghan done before class begins. :sheepxmas

I really wanted to take time out for this class though. I've tried a few top down sweaters on my own, and I've had no success. :angry I even tried making one for my DGD, and that was a failure.:yell

I'm going to need a lot of hand-holding. :hugEither that, or a lot of help.:help

[meowy]

Ohhh now I understand, it's been making me stressed not knowing if I should sign up because I didn't know what amount of yarn to start with! I'm still debating if I have the time to put toward the class. So busy in November/December eek. I could just make a sweater for my favorite teddy bear though haha. Teddy's get cold too haha

[snorac]

Thanks, that at least gives me an idea.

[JoviMom]

Ohhh now I understand, it's been making me stressed not knowing if I should sign up because I didn't know what amount of yarn to start with! I'm still debating if I have the time to put toward the class. So busy in November/December eek. I could just make a sweater for my favorite teddy bear though haha. Teddy's get cold too haha


Exactly! Make one for you teddy.. just to get the idea.. and then try one for yourself!:)

[LadyBeBop]

That is what the class is for! :) I am there to help.. ask questions, hand hold... hug.. cheer and generally make sure you can complete your sweater! You dont have to make a full size sweater if you dont want to. I actually do recommend you make a child size one for the class so that you arent totally overwhelmed.

Thanks. :c9 I'll probably go ahead and make it for DGD for a winter sweater. Then (if all goes well), I'll make one for me after the holidays.

Last year, I tried making a sweater for her, however that turned out to be a disaster as well. :bang I couldn't adjust the head opening.

Aren't babies's heads bigger in proportion to the rest of their bodies?

Also, wouldn't we have to take measurements? (This will be a pain measuring my squriming DGD.) Or do we take measurements of a sweater their size? Or that something that has to wait until class?:ohdear

[JoviMom]

Thanks. :c9 I'll probably go ahead and make it for DGD for a winter sweater. Then (if all goes well), I'll make one for me after the holidays.

Last year, I tried making a sweater for her, however that turned out to be a disaster as well. :bang I couldn't adjust the head opening.

Aren't babies's heads bigger in proportion to the rest of their bodies?

Also, wouldn't we have to take measurements? (This will be a pain measuring my squriming DGD.) Or do we take measurements of a sweater their size? Or that something that has to wait until class?:ohdear

We will be talking about taking measurements in class and How to do so. There isnt a whole lot you need to take.. so it should work out just fine even with a squirming DGD! :) and you have a choice to make a cardigan or a pullover.. so that will help too!

[meowy]

Yay I signed up :) I hope enough have signed up so it can happen!

[JoviMom]

Yay I signed up :) I hope enough have signed up so it can happen!


If the people who have checked in are any indication.. I think we are going to be a go! :)

[Needle Arts]

Hi Karen,

I'm back for another class. This one is really important to me as I have not tackled a "fitted" crochet wearable for myself, ever. Lots of afghans, shawls, socks but not a crocheted sweater though I have knit a few. Top down just makes so much more sense in my mind's eye when it comes to fitting. This one's for me.

[JoviMom]

Hi Karen,

I'm back for another class. This one is really important to me as I have not tackled a "fitted" crochet wearable for myself, ever. Lots of afghans, shawls, socks but not a crocheted sweater though I have knit a few. Top down just makes so much more sense in my mind's eye when it comes to fitting. This one's for me.


YAY! I am glad! This is going to be a very very Basic Sweater... but we are going to talk about fit a lot! I promise!

[PBLKNP]

I'm sort of on the fence as to taking this class, as I'm going to have to figure out how much yarn I can afford...One thought was to make a sweater as a present-- that way, I can justify the price!

How much yarn are we going to need for the sweater? I'm thinking of making an Extra Large.

[JoviMom]

I'm sort of on the fence as to taking this class, as I'm going to have to figure out how much yarn I can afford...One thought was to make a sweater as a present-- that way, I can justify the price!

How much yarn are we going to need for the sweater? I'm thinking of making an Extra Large.

It is really going to depend on what stitch pattern you are going to do. Since we really aren't doing "sizes" but customizing as we go.. it can vary greatly. but on average.. 16-30 oz is a good range.

[PBLKNP]

Of course, I could just save some $$$ and just use up stash, making it a multicolored sweater...

[JoviMom]

Of course, I could just save some $$$ and just use up stash, making it a multicolored sweater...


Stripes! :) Or do each part in a different color. Yoke, Body, Sleeves Ribbing.. LOL!

[PBLKNP]

Okay, I did the wild and crazy thing and registered...:clap

[JoviMom]

Okay, I did the wild and crazy thing and registered...:clap

AH! Not tooo Crazy! :) I am glad you are joining us!

[tris4crochet]

I'm in too.... I really want to make a hoodie for my DD, I'm thinking I can wing it with the basic pattern down.... been really frustrated trying to find patterns to fit her.. most go up to a size 10 then there's nothing for after that then you're at womens clothes :-(

[bettycrackpot]

i just signed up for this. i have some lovely hot pink PDF (my dd, princessdirtyfeet) picked out. i think i will start with her.... so excited!

[JoviMom]

we are going to have a pretty big class it looks like! I am really excited that everyone is joining in!

[Needle Arts]

Karen, I'm really looking forward to this. Once again, I will be going out of town for three days on the day class starts. Will try and print info before I leave and take my project bag with me. We have family coming from out of town and the two MIL's are being treated to a weekend near Seaside, OR. Knowing the coast it will probably be rainy, cold and windy but that is good weather for crocheting. The other MIL crochets as well so I'll have a good time no matter what.

[JoviMom]

Karen, I'm really looking forward to this. Once again, I will be going out of town for three days on the day class starts. Will try and print info before I leave and take my project bag with me. We have family coming from out of town and the two MIL's are being treated to a weekend near Seaside, OR. Knowing the coast it will probably be rainy, cold and windy but that is good weather for crocheting. The other MIL crochets as well so I'll have a good time no matter what.


That is great! I love the OR coast. I am actually thinking about having a crochet Retreat in Cannon Beach OR in 2011. My cousin has a Beach house there and it is GREAT for a Retreat the way it is set up! :)

[AmyS]

This class starts tomorrow, Friday, November 6. If you planned to take this class, please be sure to register before registration closes on Tuesday, November 10.

Once registration closes, we will not be able to accept late registrations.

Karen's a fabulous teacher, and her students always enjoy her classes. This class would make a great early Christmas present for yourself!

[bettycrackpot]

yay!!! im so excited! any idea what time the first post will be? (approximate is fine!) morning? afternoon? etc?

[JessicaRenee520]

Yay! Tomorrow is the beginning of the class! I am so excited, and have not "big" projects going on at this time :-).

[Needle Arts]

Karen is on Pacific Standard time as she lives north of Seattle, Washington. If I remember correctly from previous classes she usually has lessons up by 8:00am our time, sometimes earlier.

I too am anxious and hope to download first part before leaving for the weekend. I'll be up checking quite early while as I pack the van. Other than socks (working on my third pair thanks to her class) and a shawl or two, this will be my first "sweater" just for me! I'm so excited.

[tris4crochet]

Getting excited too! I have some projects I "should" be working on but this will jump in front.... see you all in class tomorrow :D

[bettycrackpot]

Karen is on Pacific Standard time as she lives north of Seattle, Washington. If I remember correctly from previous classes she usually has lessons up by 8:00am our time, sometimes earlier.

I too am anxious and hope to download first part before leaving for the weekend. I'll be up checking quite early while as I pack the van. Other than socks (working on my third pair thanks to her class) and a shawl or two, this will be my first "sweater" just for me! I'm so excited.
THANKS!!!!!!!! i knew she was on the west coast, but ive never taken any of her classes.

[LadyBeBop]

I can't wait. Unfortunately, I'll be at work, so I don't think I'll be able to check until I get home at 4:30 ET. Gonna be a long day at work.

However, after Saturday, I'm off for four straight days. A lot of good crochet time.

I'm almost done with my eldest daughter's Christmas present (an afghan), so I'll be working on both that and Karen's project.

[Needle Arts]

Hmmmm, she's not been here yet. Off to make my coffee.....

[haleyzim]

OOOOHHHH I'm so excited! This is just the jump-start I need to get back into crocheting. My baby has been keeping me busy and away from my hooks for too long :o)! I think I will start with a sweater for her - hopefully I will be able to finish a smaller project. I look forward to stitching with ya'll!

[bettycrackpot]

im getting geared up..... im going to go iron so as to calm down. ( i admit to being antsy!)

[jackie0109]

Her collections are perfect for the upcoming Yuletide season.

[JoviMom]

we have started the class! :)