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Knitting a Boomerang Shawl (2-Part)

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2026-04-03 10:30:00 2026-04-03 12:00:00 America/New_York Knitting a Boomerang Shawl (2-Part) Classic and versatile, the Boomerang shawl is a quick knit. The integrated I-cord edge gives the shawl structure and style. Southwest Branch - Technology Classroom

Friday, April 03
10:30am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-03 10:30:00 2026-04-03 12:00:00 America/New_York Knitting a Boomerang Shawl (2-Part) Classic and versatile, the Boomerang shawl is a quick knit. The integrated I-cord edge gives the shawl structure and style. Southwest Branch - Technology Classroom

Southwest Branch

Technology Classroom

Classic and versatile, the Boomerang shawl is a quick knit. The integrated I-cord edge gives the shawl structure and style.

Learn the anatomy of a boomerang shawl.  Knit a boomerang shawl with an integrated I-cord edge. This is a 2-part series.

  • Class Duration: 1.5 hours on Friday, April 3 and 17
  • Age Requirements: 13-Adult, 11-12 with accompanying adult
  • Recommended Prerequisite: None
  • Required Skills: None
  • Materials Fee: None

Materials : Students must bring the following materials to class in order to successfully complete the project.

  • 200g/400 yards of worsted weight yarn(size 4) or 250-300g of DK (size 3 yarn) 
  • 40" circular needle 2 sizes larger than the recommended needle size of the yarn
  • darning needle
  • scissors

Note: Beginning knitting skills are necessary to be successful in this class.  New to knitting? Check out the Fiber Arts Lib Guide.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Maker/DIY | Arts & Crafting |

TAGS: | tec101 | knit | fiberarts | bb-fiber-arts | 100 |

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Southwest Branch opened on March 21, 1989 in a beautiful Mediterranean style building designed by Schweizer and Associates Architecture Firm, who also designed the Orlando Public Library. Serving the Dr. Phillips and Metrowest communities, Southwest is near International Drive and the attractions. Southwest is a popular place for local adults, children, students and tourists.

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