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Next Level Knitting Conference
Schedule and Class Descriptions
We’re thrilled to announce the teachers and classes for the Next Level Knitting Conference 2026. Here you can find the full listing of classes, teachers, and timing . Here is a quick one pager with the schedule, so you can plan what you will watch live.
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Friday April 17, 2026
Arenda, Christina, and Linda kick off the conference with announcements and some prizes. (Do not need to be present to win any of the prizes. All registrants are entered to win.)
Andrea Lui, Knitting Physical Therapist, will lead a stretch break to warm up for the day.
Flat Three Needle Bind Off – Assia Brill
The Flat Three-Needle BO is an improvement to the traditional Three-Needle BO (TNBO), very flat and decorative. In this class, you will learn how to work the flat three-needle BO (FTNBO). The well-known traditional three-needle BO (TNBO) has a very pronounced ridge on the wrong side, which is not always welcome. The new flat BO, however, is flat and smooth on both sides. It can be used for many stitch patterns, and it is especially good for reverse stockinette and garter stitch. First we will briefly study the structure of both traditional and flat TNBOs, then we will work many samples practicing how to work Flat TNBO for variety of stitch patterns.
Moth Holes in Knitting – Celia Cahill
In the first part of class, learn what moths are, what they do, what they’re attracted to, and how to get rid of them. In the rest of the class, learn how to make repairs.
Easy Reversible Cables – Jolie Elder
Learn the basic 1 x 1 ribbing, twisted stitch cables, 2x 2 ribbed cables and how to add beads and ribbons.
Spreadsheets and Color – Cherie Cornick
After deciding on a pattern for your Fair isle design, the next step is choosing the colors. This can be daunting and charting each color combination is quite a task. Conditional formatting is a feature on most spread sheets that allows the designer to easily change the background and pattern colors. In this session the steps for conditional formatting will be shown. Participants will see how one simple change in a rule will change the colors for many stitches. The handout will identify the commands used with Excel, Numbers, and Google Sheets. Participants will have an opportunity to try conditional formatting on their own device if they choose. To do so, participants will need a second device with Excel, Google Sheets, or Numbers installed and be comfortable using spreadsheets. I would recommend using a tablet for watching the presentation and a computer for doing the conditional formatting.
Designing with Cables – Jennifer Kent
Oops – Oh No! Now What? – Cheryl Murray
Become a more confident knitter by learning how to avoid trouble before you start, how to correct common mistakes without ripping out your work, and how to successfully rip and recover.
Knitting Stranded Brocade – Amy Snell
Stranded brocade — which also goes by the names inlay, knitweaving, and Roosimund — is a colorwork technique that hails from Estonia, looks like embroidery, feels like stranded knitting, and adds great personality to your knitting.
Fit to Knit – Tonia Lyons
Sweaters should fit you—not just the pattern. In this class, you’ll learn how to confidently adjust sweater patterns to match your body’s shape and preferences. From simple changes like adjusting sleeve or body length to more advanced modifications like bust darts, waist shaping, and short-row neckline adjustments, we’ll walk through the most common fit issues and how to fix them. Whether you’re curvy, petite, tall, or anywhere in between, you’ll build the confidence to create sweaters that actually fit your body.
Questions on Master Hand Knitting Certificate – Leslie Gonzalez
Get your questions answered on all that is going on with MHK.
Andrea leads us through a mid-day stretch break. Take care of your body so that you can knit even more.
Color: The Good, Bad, and Ugly – Amy Snell
Color choice can make or break a project, so what should you know in order to get it right? In this lecture — at the intersection of color theory and color practice — you’ll learn how to predict what a yarn will do while it’s still in the skein, spot the difference between variegated yarns, tonals, and self-stripers, rules to make sure your colorwork pops, and guidelines for choosing more complex color blends.
Double Knit Button Bands – Kavitha Raman
Double knit fabric is a two layered, sturdy fabric that can add structure and polish to a sweater or vest when used as an edging such as armhole trim or button band. Buttonholes worked into the double knit fabric can be robust and long-lasting. If you are a sweater knitter, this is a great skill to add to your repertoire.
In this class, we will make a practice swatch for buttonhole band, learning two different cast on and bind off methods, double knitting, and five ways to work buttonholes.
Getting Gauge Like a Pro – Arenda Holladay
Getting gauge is a critical skill for professional sample knitters, test knitters, and everyone who wants their sweater to fit. Learn secrets that will save you lots of headaches and ripping. This presentation will demystify the process of calculating gauge. Topics include what to consider when knitting the gauge swatch, what materials you will need and the method that will provide the most accurate gauge calculations for your projects. The course will also discuss what to do when you can’t seem to get the gauge specified for a project.
Thumbs Up for Norwegian Mittens – Cheryl Murray
The beautiful mittens from the Selbu region of Norway are known for their characteristic stranded pattern & distinctive construction. In this class, we’ll review some of these special features & focus on the unique methods used to create a Selbuvotter thumb.
Finish strong with Andrea Lui.
Does your sweater ride up, slide off, or bunch up? Is it too tight here, and too loose there? Does it choke you?
In this dynamic and interactive session, we’ll identify, diagnose, and problem-solve real sweater fit issues from audience volunteers. If you find yourself constantly adjusting your handknit sweaters when you wear them, this session is for you!
Saturday April 18, 2026
Stretching with Andrea Lui.
More than a Square – Tonia Lyons
Love knitting but hate swatching? You’re not alone—but this one small step can make or break your finished project. In this eye-opening session, we’ll take the mystery (and misery!) out of gauge. You’ll learn how to swatch with purpose, measure with confidence, and adjust your knitting so your sweaters fit, your stitches shine, and your yarn behaves. Whether you’re a reluctant swatcher or a curious beginner, you’ll walk away with practical tips and a new appreciation for the mighty little swatch.
Distitch: Perfect Edge Coasters – Assia Brill
In this workshop you will learn how to make beautiful edges for any double knitting project. Distitch techniques provide a perfect solution for DK selvedge. You’ll learn how to work two-color cast-on, two-color bind-off and two-colour selvedges. During class we will complete a mini-coaster in two-color double knitting style.
Steeking Success – Heather Storta
Steeking a garment is a way to allow a knitter to knit it entirely in the round. It is especially useful in Fair Isle garments. Steeks can be used at cardigan fronts, armholes and necklines as well as many other places. Taking scissors to our hard work can be daunting, but don’t worry! We’ll cover a few different ways to reinforce our edges before cutting, and tips for success to avoid disaster!
Entrelac – Mary Beth Jacobs
Entrelac offers an array of architectural opportunities… and challenges! Look at the stitch anatomy and construction at every stage in the entrelac fabric, analyzing common problems and exploring solutions. Topics such as how to eliminate holes at the cast on, addressing color peak through, and basics on how to teach yourself to knit back backward are some of the topics to be explored.
Grafting Know How – Heather Storta
Does the Kitchener Stitch (grafting) intimidate you? Don’t let it! In this class we’ll uncover the “whys” of grafting, plus some techniques to make it easier. We’ll also learn how to graft more than just stockinette stitch!
Next Level Ravelry – Linda Kawecki
Do you use Ravelry for pattern searches and purchases, but don’t take advantage of the it’s project and yarn organization capabilities? Then this class is for you. You should already have a Ravelry account and be familiar with basic pattern searching on Ravelry. We will focus on: inputting your stash, creating a queue, updating your library to include books and patterns not purchased on Ravelry, project management and keeping your stash up to date
Living on the Edge – Mary Beth Jacobs
Explore some unique edges that can push any project into a whole new direction. Interesting ribs, unusual uses of cord, pleats, folds, etc. can transform even the simplest design, creating a focal point that cannot be missed. Techniques can be applied to any application. Projects will be anything but plain vanilla simply by changing the edging.
Drafting Schematics for Better Fit – Amy Snell
Instead of asking how to alter existing sweater patterns to fit “less poorly,” let’s look at sweater fit from a whole new angle. Learn to measure and draft a schematic that fits you exactly as you wish, then work an existing design (or your own!) into your custom schematic.
Buttonholes and Bands in Fair Isle – Cherie Cornick
Sometimes knitters consider ribbing an add-on that doesn’t take a lot of thought, skill, or practice. However, the button band and buttonholes of a sweater are important focal points that can make or break a well-knit cardigan. Fair Isle patterns and traditions add another element to consider. A variety of styles of button bands and buttonholes will be presented along with the advantages and challenges of each. Participants will have the opportunity to try the Tulip one row buttonhole and my variation of a one row buttonhole in a multi color corrugated band.
Stretching for better knitting with Andrea
Argyle – Harry Wells
Knitting argyle flat with a nearly invisible seam
Frogs to Princes – Seth Richardson
Do you have an old hand knit sweater just languishing in the closet? One that never sees the light of day because it doesn’t fit right anymore, is out of style, or is a piece you just don’t like? Well, we can reuse that perfectly good yarn and make something brand new that you’ll WANT to wear! This class will teach an approach to taking apart finished pieces and carefully reskeining the yarn so that it’s ready for your next project.
Shadow Wrap Short Rows – Kavitha Raman
Heels are the most complex part to understand in the anatomy of a knitted sock. It’s a good idea to explore different types of knitted heels to find what you like for your hand-knit socks. Short row heels are surprisingly more straightforward to execute and look very tidy. Their construction is symmetrical and works well for cuff-down and toe-up socks.
Pick the Perfect Pocket – Cheryl Murray
Everyone knows that pockets make everything better! But do you know how easy it is to add them to your sweaters? These methods can even add functionality to store-bought garments. Let’s learn 3 methods of creating pockets. We will explore simple patch pocket, horizontal inset pocket & afterthought pocket techniques.