{"product_id":"beginner-colorwork-snowflake-hat-class-september-19th-2026","title":"Beginner Colorwork Snowflake Hat Class - September 19th, 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn to knit stunning colorwork patterns without the fuss!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake the next step in your knitting journey and cast-on a cozy colorwork hat!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur in-person beginner colorwork class will walk you through everything you need to know to create a classic snowflake hat. This class is designed to leave you with the knowledge to tackle other colorwork patterns on your own, opening you up to a whole new world of knitting!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis class is designed for advanced beginners who are comfortable with knit and purl stitches as well as knitting in the round. Prior experience with double-pointed needles will be helpful, but if you haven't used them before, Lisa can show you how to use them for the decreases at the top of the hat. If you haven't learned to knit, purl, and knit in the round yet, our Begin to Knit 101 and 102 classes are great places to start!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOur expert instructor, Lisa Mackey will guide you through every step,\u003c\/em\u003e teaching you everything you need to know about the foundations of colorwork as well as other helpful knitting skills:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReading a colorwork chart\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManaging tension with multiple colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to work with and anchor floats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnitting colorwork with both hands\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlacing and using a lifeline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents should not expect to finish their entire hat in class, but instead to leave well on their way to doing so and with all the knowledge they need to tackle other colorwork patterns!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon’t let this opportunity to lasso your creative spirit pass you by. Sign up for our beginner colorwork class today and embark on an incredible and valuable knowledge-building experience- one stitch at a time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe can’t wait to welcome you to the Cowgirl Yarn knitting family! \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere’s a rundown of the knitty-gritty:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eClass Details:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstructor: Lisa Mackey\u003cbr\u003eDates: Saturday, September 19th, 2026\u003cbr\u003eTime: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm\u003cbr\u003eInvestment: $50.00  (includes 10% discount on class supplies)\u003cbr\u003eSkill level: Advanced Beginner\u003cbr\u003eMinimum age: 18 years old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRequired Materials:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/snowflake-hat-40\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSnowflake Hat by Sarah Kubik\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (free on Ravelry)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 Colors of \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cowgirlyarn.com\/products\/berroco-ultra-wool?variant=45206257762546\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eBerroco Ultra Wool \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e or 3 colors of a similar \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cowgirlyarn.com\/collections\/worsted\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eworsted weight yarn\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e You will have plenty of yarn left for a second hat! (Note: for the best results in colorwork projects, we recommend picking colors that contrast heavily with one another, especially for your snowflake.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cowgirlyarn.com\/collections\/knitting-needles\/size_us-5-3-75-mm+type_circular\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eUS 5 16\" circular needles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cowgirlyarn.com\/collections\/knitting-needles\/type_circular+size_us-7-4-50-mm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eUS 7 16\" circular needles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cowgirlyarn.com\/collections\/knitting-needles\/size_us-7-4-50-mm+type_dpns\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eUS 7 double-pointed needles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cowgirlyarn.com\/search?q=stitch+markers\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eStitch markers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrap yarn for a lifeline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHomework:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents should come to class with 4\" of K1P1 ribbing finished. (Note: if you prefer K2P2 ribbing, cast-on 100 stitches instead of the 98 called for in the pattern. After completing the ribbing, knit one row and decrease 2 stitches evenly.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFinal Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease be sure to provide a phone number and email when checking out so we can contact you if needed should a last-minute issue arise. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead the class terms and conditions \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cowgirlyarn.com\/pages\/the-knitty-gritty\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease understand that by signing up for a class or event at Cowgirl Yarn, you are agreeing to subscribe to our email list in order to receive communication and updates regarding your registration. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan’t wait to see you! If you have any questions or concerns about this class, please feel free to email us (howdy@cowgirlyarn.com), call (307-755-9276), or stop by the shop. We’re always happy to help!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lisa Mackey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49834232348914,"sku":"2026SnowflakeHat","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1270\/2973\/files\/snowflake_hat_2.jpg?v=1785171011","url":"https:\/\/cowgirlyarn.com\/products\/beginner-colorwork-snowflake-hat-class-september-19th-2026","provider":"Cowgirl Yarn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}