Learn every step of knitting the Ramona Cardigan in this 6-week virtual KAL experience

Knit a sweater with confidence and learn helpful tips and tricks along the way. Cast-on begins January 25, 2025!

Enrollment is now closed for the Ramona Cardigan KAL Workshop which kicks off on Jan 25, 2025. Once the workshop is over in March, I will make this available as an online course you can purchase (without a KAL experience).

To be notified about this, feel free to send me an email at: [email protected]. If you are interested in a late-enrollment into this course, you can also send me an email and we can figure out an option for you!
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What you can expect

Here's what's included when you enroll in the Ramona Cardigan KAL Workshop

  • Getting started is a breeze: Upon enrollment, you'll immediately gain access to the online learning platform and the first 3 learning modules. These modules include lessons on picking a size, picking a yarn and gauge swatching. As soon as you enroll you’ll also receive a welcome email from me outlining all of the “getting started” steps.

  • Weekly email communication: Starting on our official cast-on date of January 25th, each week you’ll receive an email letting you know which learning modules and lessons have been “unlocked” for that week. These weekly emails also provide an outline of what you can expect to learn and other helpful tidbits.

  • In-depth video lessons: The course’s online learning platform is easy-to-use, ad-free and can be accessed on any kind of device. Since the video lessons are pre-recorded, you can watch and re-watch them at your own pace, and they will be available to you for 2 years (so there is no pressure to finish before the KAL is over).

  • Real-time opportunities to connect: There will be 4 live Zoom sessions held every 2 weeks, starting with our kick-off date on January 25th (they will be recorded in case you can’t meet in real-time). There’s also an optional private Facebook group you can participate in - connect with the other students, ask questions, share in-progress photos and cheer each other along as we all knit the Ramona Cardigan together.

Course curriculum

    1. Welcome and Course Overview

    1. 1.1: Sizing Labels

    2. 1.2: What is Ease?

    3. 1.3: Measuring Yourself

    4. 1.4: Deciding on your preferred fit

    1. 2.1: Yarn-weight info

    2. 2.2: Yarn tips

    3. 2.3: Yarn inspiration

    4. 2.4: Other supplies

    1. 3.1: Gauge basics

    2. 3.2: Gauge swatching for Ramona

    3. 3.3: Measuring pre-block swatch

    4. 3.4: Blocking your swatch

    5. 3.5: Measuring post-block swatch

    6. 3.6: What if you don't get gauge?

    1. 4.1: Getting started & estimating long-tail

    2. 4.2: Working the cast-on

    3. 4.3: Raglan setup row

    4. 4.4: Raglan Part 1 - row 1

    5. 4.5: Raglan Part 1 - row 2

    6. 4.6: Raglan Part 1 - rows 3 & 4

    7. 4.7: Part 1 stitch counts

    1. 5.1: Raglan Parts 2 & 3

    2. 5.2: Raglan Part 4

    3. 5.3: What to do if your stitch count is off

    4. 5.4: How to "tink" to fix mistakes

    5. 5.5: Joining a new skein

    6. 5.6: Remaining Raglan Rows

About this course

  • $125.00
  • 68 lessons
  • 7 hours of video content

Benefits of this KAL Workshop

Here are some of the benefits you’ll enjoy by enrolling in this KAL workshop:

  • In-depth video lessons

    In each of the learning modules you’ll find several informative video lessons & demos. Each lessons is presented in an efficient, bite-sized format, so it makes learning and following along easy and compatible with anyone’s schedule.

  • Self-paced learning

    Although lessons are unlocked every week, there is no pressure to keep up. You can still go at your own pace and even after the KAL is over you’ll have access to the entire online course for 2 years – so you can finish or revisit topics whenever you like.

  • Connect in real-time

    We’ll have 4 live Zoom sessions scheduled throughout the KAL (recorded as well in case you can attend). During these sessions I share fun and informative presentations, share even more knitting tips and tricks, and answer all of your questions in real-time. You can also join my optional private Facebook group to connect and share with other students during the KAL.

Skills you will learn

The Ramona Cardigan is a classic raglan cardigan design full of interesting techniques.

Here are just some of the topics & skills you will learn throughout this course.

  • Tips on picking a size & understanding “ease”

  • Tips on yarn substitution

  • Gauge swatching and what to do if you can't get gauge

  • Top-down raglan construction

  • Working “m1” increases

  • Fixing mistakes in raglan construction

  • Working sleeves in the round using the Magic Loop technique

  • Using stitch holder cords or scrap yarn as stitch holders

  • Picking-up stitches

  • Weaving in ends & wet blocking

What others have to say about my workshops

Hear first-hand from knitters who have participated in my past KAL workshops!

Worth every penny!

Barbara

This workshop is top-notch. Elizabeth’s attention to detail and presentation clarity is second to none. There was not a single question that arose in my mind during the knitting of this project that wasn’t clearly answered in the workshop. And I learned techniques to improve areas in my knitting in which I had felt perfectly confident. This workshop will benefit not just newer knitters but also those of us who have been knitting garments for a while. And Alanis is just the cutest project. I enjoyed knitting it with this workshop so much!

Loved it

Cara

This course was so well planned and executed. I loved every minute of it and learned so much. I really appreciated that I could have the lesson running on my computer right next to my garment...it felt like I was knitting right beside Elizabeth and she was guiding me every step of the way. The lessons were well paced and every detail was considered. I would definitely sign up for another course. P.S. The Thinkific platform was easy to access and navigate.

Wonderful course

Ilya

I was a relative beginner when I took this course, only having made scarves, cowls, a blanket. This was my first garment, and I learned so much! Elizabeth is an excellent teacher, and with her thorough and calm instruction, I felt supported all the way.. She completely demystified the intimidating pattern and the process felt entirely doable. I can’t wait to do another of her workshops!

Perfect course

Nancy

Elizabeth was pure perfection. She was clear, concise, and very helpful. Her presentation style was professional and friendly. Loved it all!

Fun way to complete a project

Carol

This was my first KAL and it was a fun way to complete a project. Lots of good, clear instruction from Elizabeth in our weekly sessions and speedy responses to questions asked along the way. It was great having the sessions recorded so that you are able to review the instructions whenever and however often you need to.

Highly recommend

Tara

I’m so happy I decided to participate in this workshop. The Alanis is my first sweater. This workshop made it effortless and stress free. The modules and instructions are extremely well done. It is clear that Elizabeth is a skilled teacher. The pace has been appropriate. The instruction in the pattern with the added benefit of the modules made this such a great experience.

Just right!

Kate

Everything about this was just right! Unlike other KALs, this has built-in video tutorials that you can refer as needed, for up to 2 years! Clear and concise but with just the right amount of detail. As well, the biweekly Zoom meetings allowed for responsive updates and specific Q&A related to the pattern and process. It was so nice being able to refer to videos as needed, and take things at my own pace. Speaking of pace, unlike most other KALs, this was nicely spread out so no pressure or concerns about keeping up. As well, Elizabeth encourages you to send questions via email, and she answers very quickly. All in all, it's like having a good friend who's great at knitting sitting patiently by your side or, at the very least, available at almost a moment's notice to help you out. Super good mix of hands-on, videos, and one-on-one support! And her patterns are timeless and tasteful. Love!

What a great KAL!

Adele

This was just a great experience. The videos were so clear and offered such a wealth of information; my understanding of techniques has increased and my knitting skills have really improved. I understand much better how to figure out what size to choose and how to determine the appropriate gauge. I learned some new skills (I cord, 3 needle bind off, and how to knit and purl the wraps in short rows) and how to weave in ends more skillfully. Elizabeth is a wonderful and enthusiastic teacher! Thank you!!

I've learned so much!

Martha

I have LOVED this KAL! I have knitted all my life, but it had been over 35 years since I had made a sweater. Elizabeth has painstakingly reviewed every step of her pattern and process in her videos...I've learned SO much!! Many thanks!!

Excellent

Susan

Extremely well done course. Very thorough. Great close ups of knitting techniques. Well paced. Lots of good information for newbie sweater knitters. A confidence builder -- I know now that I can knit another sweater!! Thank you!

About the Ramona Cardigan

Ramona Cardigan has been my most popular design over the last decade. This classic cardigan design is knit seamlessly from the top-down and features raglan construction. 

Knit up in aran-weight yarn, it's also a pretty quick knit and makes for a warm and cozy winter layering piece. 

Sizes & Yardage: 

Finished Bust Circumference (buttoned):
33.25 (35.25, 38.5, 41.75, 44, 46) (50.25, 53.5, 56.75, 60, 64)”

Yardage: Approx 775 (825, 900, 975, 1030, 1075) (1175, 1250, 1325, 1410, 1510) yds of aran/bulky- weight yarn


Click here to learn more about the design on Ravelry.

FAQ

  • What are the pre-requisites for this course?

    You should know the knitting basics, like how to knit, purl and cast-on (since this isn't a 'learn to knit' class), but that's it! All of the other techniques will be taught in this course.

  • Is the pattern included with this course?

    Yes, the Ramona Cardigan pattern PDF can be downloaded in the first "Welcome" video lesson (scroll under the course player to access the download). If you would like it added to your Ravelry library as well just send me an email after you enroll.

  • Are the demonstrations worked in English-style or Continental-style?

    I knit English-style (so holding the working yarn in my right-hand). So all of the demonstrations in this course are shown in this style of knitting.

  • What language and format is available?

    This course is in English and I have created accurate English captions for the hearing-impaired.

  • What is the enrollment process?

    Upon clicking any of the "enroll" buttons on this page, you will be directed to a checkout page where you'll enter in your email address, name and credit card information. Then once you click the "complete purchase" button, you will be asked to create a password so that your account can be created. You will then receive 2 emails: a receipt for your purchase and a welcome email that provides you with 4 action steps to take before the KAL officially begins on January 25th.

  • Can I access the course after the KAL?

    Yes, you will have access to the entire course for 2 years after the KAL is over.