Hosted by Janice Charach Gallery
West Bloomfield, Mi
The Modern Granny Square Workshop: From Blocks to Beautiful Creations With Guest Instructor Rochelle Imber Former Owner of Knit Knit Knit & Renowned Knitwear Designer Duration: 4 Weeks (Meets once a week) Skill Level: Absolute Beginner Friendly – No experience necessary! Course Description The humble granny square is back in a big way, and it is the ultimate gateway to textile creativity! Whether you want to fashion a cozy vintage blanket, a trendy patchwork sweater, a boho tote bag, or a stylish bucket hat, the classic granny square is the building block that makes it all possible. Over four weeks, you will be guided by the legendary Rochelle Imber, former owner of the beloved local staple Knit Knit Knit and a celebrated master of design. Rochelle brings decades of professional design expertise, patience, and a touch of magic to the classroom. She won’t just teach you the stitches—she will help you look at yarn as a canvas. Instead of a rigid, one-size-fits-all project, this workshop is structured as a creative incubator. Rochelle will work closely with you to map out your individual vision. You’ll learn how to master the foundational squares, select the perfect color palettes, calculate how many pieces you need, and flawlessly join them together to construct the exact piece you’ve been dreaming of. What You Will Learn: - The Basics & The Magic Loop – Mastering the fundamental stitches, tension, and creating your very first flawless squares. - Color Play & Planning – Designing your layout, switching yarn colors seamlessly, and mapping out your custom final project. - Construction & Shaping – Learning blocking techniques and specialized joining methods to connect your pieces perfectly. -Finishing Touches – Adding borders, ribbing, or handles, and finalizing your custom creation under Rochelle's expert guidance. By the end of this 4-week journey, you won't just leave with a pile of colorful squares—you will leave with the confidence, technical skills, and designer secrets needed to assemble them into a wearable or functional work of art. Come for the crafting, stay for the community, and learn from one of the best in the business! Spaces are limited to ensure personalized instruction. Secure your spot today! Register: https://jlive.app/events/16227 *If you have supplies, feel free to bring your yarn stash and needles! If not, we have materials for you to use!