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Intermediate
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50 min

Taught by Anne Weil
Arm knitting is a simple process that yields luxurious results. Using super bulky yarn, knit designer Anne Weil shows you how to create a color-blocked pillow cover. As a finishing touch, you will also learn how to sew a simple pillow lining. This plush pillow can be made in a day and enjoyed year round.
Learn how to:
- Create a gauge swatch
- Arm knit
- Change yarn colors
- Place knitting on hold
- Sew a simple pillowcase lining
- Bind off
- Sew pillow lining
- Detailed lesson on how to arm knit a pillow with a color-blocked pillow cover
- 4 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
- Detailed supplies list
- Step-by-step expert instruction by Anne Weil
- The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students

Chapters
00:50
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02:13
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19:09
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11:42
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03:24
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13:01
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Materials
Here’s what you’ll need:
- 250 yards super bulky yarn (gauge = approximately 6-8 stitches over 4”). For colors shown in class, use: 164 yards Cascade Magnum in Summer Sky (or main color) and 84 yards Cascade Magnum in Ecru (or complementary color)
- 18” x 18” pillow insert
- 19” x 37” cotton fabric (or pre-made pillowcase) to match yarn color
- Sewing machine
- Coordinating thread
- Scissors
- Measuring tape
- Pins
- Cardboard tube or dowel for holding stitches



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