{"title":"Gudrun's classes","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"gudrun-johnstons-cut-it-up-conquer-steeking-october-2026","title":"Gudrun Johnston’s Cut It Up: Conquer Steeking — October 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGudrun Johnston’s Cut It Up: Conquer Steeking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeacher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Gudrun Johnston\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCost\u003c\/strong\u003e: $100\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen\u003c\/strong\u003e: Saturday, October 31, 2:00–5:00pm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e: During this workshop we’ll look at the various methods used when steeking your knitting. Working from a swatch, we’ll primarily focus on the crocheted reinforcement method, but other methods will be discussed and demonstrated. If you’re brave enough, you can even try the Shetland method of no reinforcement! We’ll also cover picking up stitches from the cut edge and tidying up the frayed stitches. Gudrun will share examples of steeks on some of her finished garment designs. Some experience with stranded knitting is necessary for this class, as the homework will be a stranded swatch in Shetland wool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGudrun Johnston is a celebrated designer known for her modern yet timeless knitwear, beautifully rooted in her Shetland heritage. Her thoughtful colorwork, elegant constructions, and deep understanding of traditional techniques have made her designs beloved by knitters around the world. She frequently returns to Shetland where she loves spending time with her family in the Westside. In addition to \u003c\/em\u003eGrand Shetland Adventure Knits\u003cem\u003e, she is the author of T\u003c\/em\u003ehe Shetland Trader Books One, Two\u003cem\u003e and \u003c\/em\u003eThree\u003cem\u003e, and \u003c\/em\u003eKnit With Me\u003cem\u003e. Her newest book, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spunannarbor.com\/products\/shetland-shades-stories-in-wool-gudrun-johnston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eShetland Shades: Stories in Wool\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cem\u003e, was published with Laine on September 24, 2026.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/strong\u003e: You must be able to complete the homework: a stranded colorwork swatch with two colors (charted only), with ends woven in and blocked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHomework\u003c\/strong\u003e: You’ll need to knit a colorwork swatch (see prerequisites above). You’ll receive a link to download detailed instructions when you register.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax number of participants\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials for homework\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 balls of Jamieson’s of Shetland Spindrift in contrasting colors (1 ball each color), purchased from Spun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUS4\/3.5mm dpns or long circular needle for magic loop. If you prefer to go up or down a needle size when working colorwork please feel free to choose your appropriate needle size. Gauge (approx 27sts \u0026amp; 34 rounds per 4”) is not critical but your work should not be too loose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 stitch markers, including one unique BOR marker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials for class\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eyour completed swatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003escissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etapestry needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecrochet hook in one size smaller than needle used for knitting swatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea few yards of smooth fingering weight yarn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16” knitting needle in one size smaller than used for swatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 yards extra yarn for working the picked up edging (same or different color as swatch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease make plans to join us for a special book signing and slide show with Gudrun Johnston on October 30! Find all the details \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spunannarbor.com\/products\/presentation-and-book-signing-with-gudrun-johnston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55050141139157,"sku":"8853431","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/8133\/9605\/files\/Steek.jpg?v=1790283006"},{"product_id":"gudrun-johnstons-fair-isle-taster-october-2026","title":"Gudrun Johnston’s Fair Isle Taster — October 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGudrun Johnston’s Fair Isle Taster\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeacher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Gudrun Johnston\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCost\u003c\/strong\u003e: $100\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen\u003c\/strong\u003e: Friday, October 30, 12:00–3:00pm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e: In this class we’ll dip our toes into the world of Fair Isle knitting! We’ll look at choosing\u003cbr\u003ecolors, color dominance, stranding the yarn, and speed swatching in the round, and we’ll even do some steeking (cutting into our knitting)! We’ll be working with a tried-and-true product, 100% Shetland yarn, traditionally used for Fair Isle knitting. This class is intended as an introduction to Shetland wool and its suitability to stranded knitting. You can be a beginner or seasoned colorwork knitter. Note: you’ll be choosing and purchasing 6 balls of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spunannarbor.com\/products\/jamiesons-of-shetland-spindrift\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eJamieson’s of Shetland Spindrift\u003c\/a\u003e during the class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGudrun Johnston is a celebrated designer known for her modern yet timeless knitwear, beautifully rooted in her Shetland heritage. Her thoughtful colorwork, elegant constructions, and deep understanding of traditional techniques have made her designs beloved by knitters around the world. She frequently returns to Shetland where she loves spending time with her family in the Westside. In addition to \u003c\/em\u003eGrand Shetland Adventure Knits\u003cem\u003e, she is the author of T\u003c\/em\u003ehe Shetland Trader Books One, Two\u003cem\u003e and \u003c\/em\u003eThree\u003cem\u003e, and \u003c\/em\u003eKnit With Me\u003cem\u003e. Her newest book, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spunannarbor.com\/products\/shetland-shades-stories-in-wool-gudrun-johnston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eShetland Shades: Stories in Wool\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cem\u003e, was published with Laine on September 24, 2026.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/strong\u003e: Basic knitting skills, including working in the round. Previous experience with stranded knitting is helpful, but not required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHomework\u003c\/strong\u003e: None.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax number of participants\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials to bring along\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUS4 or US3 24” circular needle (if you are a loose knitter use the smaller size needle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 stitch markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003escissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou’ll be choosing and purchasing 6 balls of J\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spunannarbor.com\/products\/jamiesons-of-shetland-spindrift\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eamieson’s of Shetland Spindrift\u003c\/a\u003e during the class. Our normal class discount (10% off) will apply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease make plans to join us for a special book signing and slide show with Gudrun Johnston on October 30! Find all the details \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spunannarbor.com\/products\/presentation-and-book-signing-with-gudrun-johnston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55050141466837,"sku":"8853429","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/8133\/9605\/files\/Taster.jpg?v=1790282936"},{"product_id":"gudrun-johnstons-pick-mix-colorplay-with-shetland-wool-october-2026","title":"Gudrun Johnston’s Pick + Mix: Colorplay With Shetland Wool — October 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGudrun Johnston’s Pick + Mix: Colorplay With Shetland Wool\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeacher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Gudrun Johnston\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCost\u003c\/strong\u003e: $100\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen\u003c\/strong\u003e: Saturday, October 31, 10:00am–1:00pm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e: Using Gudrun’s latest book, \u003cem\u003eShetland Shades: Stories In Wool\u003c\/em\u003e, as a reference, students will choose their own colorplay adventure. From striping to mosaic knitting to Fair Isle, there are so many ways to explore the way colors interact with each other! You’ll make swatches in class choosing from six different colorplay options. Make one or all six! We’ll also talk about the special properties of Shetland wool and test out some techniques that it’s particularly suited for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGudrun Johnston is a celebrated designer known for her modern yet timeless knitwear, beautifully rooted in her Shetland heritage. Her thoughtful colorwork, elegant constructions, and deep understanding of traditional techniques have made her designs beloved by knitters around the world. She frequently returns to Shetland where she loves spending time with her family in the Westside. In addition to \u003c\/em\u003eGrand Shetland Adventure Knits\u003cem\u003e, she is the author of T\u003c\/em\u003ehe Shetland Trader Books One, Two\u003cem\u003e and \u003c\/em\u003eThree\u003cem\u003e, and \u003c\/em\u003eKnit With Me\u003cem\u003e. Her newest book, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spunannarbor.com\/products\/shetland-shades-stories-in-wool-gudrun-johnston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eShetland Shades: Stories in Wool\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cem\u003e, was published with Laine on September 24, 2026.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/strong\u003e: Basic knitting skills, including working in the round. Previous experience with stranded knitting is helpful, but not required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHomework\u003c\/strong\u003e: None.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax number of participants\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials to bring along\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUS4 or US3 24” circular needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou’ll be choosing and purchasing 5 or 6 balls of Jamieson’s of Shetland Spindrift during the class. Our normal class discount (10% off) will apply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease make plans to join us for a special book signing and slide show with Gudrun Johnston on October 30! Find all the details \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spunannarbor.com\/products\/presentation-and-book-signing-with-gudrun-johnston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55050142384341,"sku":"8853430","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/8133\/9605\/files\/Pick.jpg?v=1790282886"},{"product_id":"gudrun-johnstons-shetland-hap-workshop-november-2026","title":"Gudrun Johnston’s Shetland Hap Workshop — November 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGudrun Johnston’s Shetland Hap Workshop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeacher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Gudrun Johnston\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCost\u003c\/strong\u003e: $100\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sunday, November 1, 9:00am–12:00pm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e: Learn how to knit a traditional hap (shawl) from the Shetland Islands. This beautiful\u003cbr\u003eheirloom shawl would make a great gift and offers a perfect introduction to Shetland lace knitting. You’ll make a miniature version of the shawl in class (as a half hap), and you’ll leave with the necessary skills to make your own full-sized version at home. A copy of Gudrun’s hap pattern, “Hansel,” will be provided via Ravelry code in class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGudrun Johnston is a celebrated designer known for her modern yet timeless knitwear, beautifully rooted in her Shetland heritage. Her thoughtful colorwork, elegant constructions, and deep understanding of traditional techniques have made her designs beloved by knitters around the world. She frequently returns to Shetland where she loves spending time with her family in the Westside. In addition to \u003c\/em\u003eGrand Shetland Adventure Knits\u003cem\u003e, she is the author of T\u003c\/em\u003ehe Shetland Trader Books One, Two\u003cem\u003e and \u003c\/em\u003eThree\u003cem\u003e, and \u003c\/em\u003eKnit With Me\u003cem\u003e. Her newest book, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spunannarbor.com\/products\/shetland-shades-stories-in-wool-gudrun-johnston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eShetland Shades: Stories in Wool\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cem\u003e, was published with Laine on September 24, 2026.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/strong\u003e: Basic lace knitting skills, including increases, decreases, and yarnovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHomework\u003c\/strong\u003e: None.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax number of participants\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials to bring along\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 balls of Jamieson's of Shetland Spindrift, 1 each in four different colors, purchased from Spun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUS7 or US8 24” circular needle (if you are a loose knitter use the smaller size needle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStitch markers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease make plans to join us for a special book signing and slide show with Gudrun Johnston on October 30! Find all the details \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/spunannarbor.com\/products\/presentation-and-book-signing-with-gudrun-johnston\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spun","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55050142449877,"sku":"8853432","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/8133\/9605\/files\/Hap1.jpg?v=1790282833"}],"url":"https:\/\/spunannarbor.com\/collections\/gudruns-classes.oembed","provider":"Spun","version":"1.0","type":"link"}