Double Win Mosaic Shawl KAL:
Watch the Cast-On Party Reply

In this Zoom session, Jessica Ays welcomes participants to the Double Win Mosaic Shawl Knit-Along, sharing knitting techniques, tips on mosaic knitting, and pattern details.

The session covers how to introduce new yarn colors, carry yarn neatly, and the importance of gauge.

Participants learn the long tail cast-on, mosaic knitting basics, and how to read knitting charts.

Jessica also emphasizes community interaction through the Facebook group, sharing questions and support.

The session includes appreciation for yarn shops and testers, and practical advice for successfully completing the shawl.

Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome and Introductions

00:07 Pattern Access and Support

00:30 Mosaic Knitting Overview

00:42 Double Win Mosaic Shawl Knit-Along Kickoff

01:18 Community Interaction and Q&A

02:43 Introduction to Jessica Ays and Double the Stitches

04:03 The Stitch Society Membership

06:12 House Rules and Zoom Tips

11:03 Yarn and Needle Recommendations

19:44 Gauge and Swatching

21:48 Demonstrating the Long Tail Cast On

37:43 Joining New Yarn Colors

48:14 Mosaic Knitting Demonstration

49:21 Working with Two Colors

49:52 Tips for Relaxed Tension

51:40 Mosaic Knitting Demonstration

55:18 Understanding Mosaic Knitting Rows

01:06:07 Reading and Using Knitting Charts

01:12:12 Final Tips and Q&A

Knitting the Mosaic Gems Sections

In this video, Jessica addresses common challenges and provides a detailed walkthrough of the initial rows in the Mosaic Gems section of her Double Win Mosaic Shawl pattern.

She covers how to transition from the mosaic dots to the gems, demonstrating each stitch step-by-step, and explains key techniques such as knitting, slipping stitches, and how to keeping the fabric from bunching as you work.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:28 Setting Up the Mosaic Gems Section

02:11 Starting Row One

04:25 Working the Wrong Side Rows

07:24 Row Three Instructions

12:04 Row Five and Creating Diamonds

14:16 Final Tips and Conclusion

Create a Ravelry Project + Win Prizes!

At the end of our Double Win KAL, I will randomly draw 5 prize winners ... all you have to do is create & complete a Ravelry Project Page, showcasing your shawl and sharing the details.

Test knitters and sample knitters from LYS Day will be entered in the drawing too! 🤗

In this video, you'll learn how to create a project page on Ravelry.com, including how to add photos, notes, and rate patterns! This is so helpful for those times you want to make something again. Help inspire other knitters with your yarn selections and project notes.

Here is a link to the Double Win Mosaic Shawl on Ravelry, so you can add your project:

https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/double-win-mosaic-shawl

How to Add a Project on Ravelry

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✔ a pattern every month,

✔ private coffee chats,

✔ priority pattern support with a stitch & technique library,

✔ fiber friends interviews & events,

✔ behind-the-scenes updates,

✔ and more.

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