{"title":"Classes with Carson Demers","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"continental-knitting-carson-demers","title":"Improving Your Continental Knitting with Carson Demers | November 15, 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a 1 session in-person workshop.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDATES\/TIMES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSunday, November 15, 2026; 2:00 - 5:00pm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOST\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e$85\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLEVEL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll levels of experience. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginners are welcome but \u003cb\u003ethis is not a learn-to-knit class for first timers\u003c\/b\u003e. Knitters must be able to independently cast-on, and make knit and purl stitches in the Continental style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMATERIALS \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e(not included)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight-colored, smooth, worsted-weight yarn (the same yarn you’ll use for your homework). No novelty yarns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnitting needles appropriate for the yarn weight: US 6–8 (4.0, 4.5, or 5.0 mm) for worsted-weight yarn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eJoin Carson Demers in learning how improve your techniques in knitting continental style to improve efficiency and avoid discomfort and injury! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany people think that continental knitting is the way to go for speed and efficiency. Yet many continental style knitters aren't getting all they can from the technique because of technique variations away from the traditional system. These modern modifications make continental knitters very susceptible to discomfort and injury. This class is a deep dive into how to improve your technique, lower your risk of injury, and increase efficiency and comfort. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOMEWORK \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e(required)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a light in color worsted weight yarn, cast on 30 stitches and work as follows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRows 1-6: Knit all stitches (garter stitch).\u003cbr\u003eRow 7 (WS): Knit 2. Purl 26 st. Knit 2 st.\u003cbr\u003eRow 8 (RS): Knit all stitches. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepeat Rows 7 and 8 until sample measures 4-inches (10.6 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo NOT bind off. Leave work on needles and bring to class with needles and yarn used to make sample.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(4 oz. is sufficient) and needles appropriate for yarn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAges: 18+\u003cbr\u003eSkill Requirements: basics knitting skills - must know how to cast on, knit and purl\u003cbr\u003eTaught by: Carson Demers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout Carson Demers:\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarson is a physical therapist with over 30-years of experience and 20-years of experience in ergonomics. He’s also a lifelong knitter and general fiber fanatic. He has written the preeminent book on the ergonomics of knitting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/ergoiknit.com\/product\/knitting-comfortably-the-ergonomics-of-handknitting\/\"\u003eKnitting Comfortably, The Ergonomics of Handknitting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which serves as a guide to any craft or office activity. He teaches at events and yarn shops and is a frequent contributor to knitting and spinning magazines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/8073\/3493\/files\/carson-demers.jpg?v=1740786551\" alt=\"\" width=\"180\" height=\"240\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Finer Details...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease visit our website for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fibercirclestudio.com\/pages\/studio-policies-faqs\"\u003eclass \u0026amp; cancellation policies\u003c\/a\u003e. There are \u003cstrong\u003eNO refunds\u003c\/strong\u003e on classes. By signing up, you acknowledge that you are aware of and agree to our policies. Thank you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fiber Circle Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42187411161141,"sku":"class-continental-knitting","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/8073\/3493\/files\/Happily_Ever_After3-continental-knitting.jpg?v=1789152709"},{"product_id":"my-aching-hands-and-wrists","title":"My Aching Hands and Wrists! with Carson Demers | November 15, 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a 1 session in-person workshop.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDATES\/TIMES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunday, November 15, 2026; 10:00am - 1:00pm **\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOST\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e$85\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLEVEL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClass is suitable for all levels of knitting experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMATERIALS \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e(not included)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents are asked to bring materials to take notes if they wish to do so and a project to work on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMany knitters experience hand and wrist discomfort at some point in their knitting journey. New knitters, take note! In this class, you'll learn what contributes to knitting-related discomfort and, more importantly, how to prevent it. Discover techniques that promote comfortable knitting, explore ways to reduce strain on your hands and wrists, and learn practical tips to keep you knitting happily for years to come.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e** \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIf this class is sold out, check out Carson’s other class specifically for Continental knitters: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fibercirclestudio.com\/products\/continental-knitting-carson-demers\"\u003eImproving Your Continental Knitting with Carson Demers | November 15, 2026\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout Carson Demers:\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarson is a physical therapist with over 30-years of experience and 20-years of experience in ergonomics. He’s also a lifelong knitter and general fiber fanatic. He has written the preeminent book on the ergonomics of knitting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/ergoiknit.com\/product\/knitting-comfortably-the-ergonomics-of-handknitting\/\"\u003eKnitting Comfortably, The Ergonomics of Handknitting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which serves as a guide to any craft or office activity. He teaches at events and yarn shops and is a frequent contributor to knitting and spinning magazines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/8073\/3493\/files\/carson-demers.jpg?v=1740786551\" alt=\"\" width=\"180\" height=\"240\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAges: 18+\u003cbr\u003eSkill Requirements: Class is suitable for all levels of knitting experience.\u003cbr\u003eTaught by: Carson Demers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Finer Details...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease visit our website for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fibercirclestudio.com\/pages\/studio-policies-faqs\"\u003eclass \u0026amp; cancellation policies\u003c\/a\u003e. There are \u003cstrong\u003eNO refunds\u003c\/strong\u003e on classes. By signing up, you acknowledge that you are aware of and agree to our policies. Thank you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fiber Circle Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45605527519285,"sku":"class-aching-hands-wrists","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/8073\/3493\/files\/knitting-comfortably.jpg?v=1740786551"}],"url":"https:\/\/fibercirclestudio.com\/collections\/carson-demers.oembed","provider":"Fiber Circle Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}