{"product_id":"double-knitting-box","title":"Double Knitting Box","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn Double Knitting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble knitting combines knit and purl stitches to create a two-layered, double-sided stockinette fabric. Using two colours of yarn makes it possible to create graphic colourwork patterns, accompanied by a mirrored image on the other side of the fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you'd like to learn double knitting, this Skill Builder Box is just for you! We've collaborated with with \u003cstrong\u003eDuke Akiba (aka Duke of Nikko),\u003c\/strong\u003e who created the \u003cstrong\u003eFeathered Arrow Scarf \u003c\/strong\u003epattern specifically for learning double knitting. The feathered arrow motif is a traditional design in Japan, often used in kimono and other garments. The arrow shape symbolizes progress, aspiration and prosperity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Double Knitting box will include two packets:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart 1 will include enough \u003cstrong\u003epre-wound yarn\u003c\/strong\u003e to\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ejump in and start knitting some practice swatches right away, and \u003cstrong\u003elinks to the photo and video tutorials\u003c\/strong\u003e to guide you in your explorations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart 2 will include the link to download \u003cstrong\u003ethe Feathered Arrow scarf pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eDuke of Nikko\u003c\/strong\u003e, and two skeins of our \u003cstrong\u003eGavotte worsted\u003c\/strong\u003e weight hand-dyed yarn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDebbie and Elizabeth will be your guides as you explore double knitting, and you'll be invited to join our private online discussion group where you can ask any questions you might have and share photos of your project!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"six columns alpha\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSkills Covered\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PDF and video tutorials included with this box contain:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn intro to double knitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to work knit and purl stitches to create a\u003cstrong\u003e double knit fabric \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to alternate the foreground and background colours to \u003cstrong\u003ecreate a colourwork pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e in double knitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to cast on, bind off, and create a simple edging in double knitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to read double knitting \u003cstrong\u003echarts\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwatch directions \u003c\/strong\u003eto practice your double knitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA walk-through of the Feathered Arrow Scarf pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"six columns omega\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePattern Info\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinished Measurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 3\" x 70\" (7.5cm x 175cm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYarn\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWorsted weight yarn in 2 contrasting colours\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSample shown in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetpaprikadesigns.com\/collections\/hand-dyed-yarn\/products\/gavotte\" title=\"Gavotte BFL hand-dyed yarn\"\u003eSweet Paprika Gavotte\u003c\/a\u003e (100% blue-faced leicester wool; 115g \/4 oz; approx 173m\/190 yds), 1 skein each in Natural and Snapdragon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeedles and notions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUS 5 (3.75mm) needles, stitch markers, tapestry needle.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGauge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e21 sts and 23 rnds = 4\" (10cm) in double knitting, after blocking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeathered Arrow Scarf is available to purchase as an individual pattern on \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Feathered Arrow Scarf knitting pattern on Ravelry\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ravelry.com\/patterns\/library\/feathered-arrow-scarf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRavelry\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sweet Paprika Designs","offers":[{"title":"Snapdragon + Natural","offer_id":42989364805726,"sku":"CLB-SBB-DOU-SNA","price":79.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Kale + Milkweed","offer_id":42989364838494,"sku":"CLB-SBB-DOU-KAL","price":79.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Denim + Stratus","offer_id":42989364871262,"sku":"CLB-SBB-DOU-DEN","price":79.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0890\/8402\/files\/learn-double-knitting-with-Duke-of-Nikko_a1652b56-37d7-4415-a1d6-b064aaac095e.jpg?v=1783970843","url":"https:\/\/www.sweetpaprikadesigns.com\/products\/double-knitting-box","provider":"Sweet Paprika","version":"1.0","type":"link"}