In-Person and Online Classes
Classes are listed by venue and then in chronological order. Full descriptions and details may be found at the links. Please take special note of the time zones.
The instructions were clear and precise. The pacing was great—no waiting or rushing for other students.
Holli was an excellent instructor and, judging from her clarity and talent in that role, I’m sure that her patterns must be very well-written and clear.
Your skill at distilling complex concepts into simple single relatable ideas and actions has made learning from you a valuable experience.
Upcoming and Current Events
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String Theory Yarn Company
Join me for virtual workshops hosted by a LYS in Glen Ellyn, Illinois!
Entrelac in the Round
April 6, 2025
Sunday, 10am - 1 pm PT / 11 am - 2 pm MT / 12 - 3 pm CT / 1 - 4 pm ET
Entrelac in the Round
Discover how to create a basket-weave effect with your knitting. In this project-based, introductory class, you’ll learn how to knit entrelac in-the-round while making a wrist warmer. Optional: After class you have the option to turn your wrist warmer into a mitten. (String Theory will purchase a copy of Holli’s Pulse Point Entrelac mitten pattern for all participants.)
Skill Level – Intermediate: You are comfortable knitting in the round, are familiar with different kinds of decreases (k2tog, ssk) and you have picked up stitches along a knitted edge before (e.g. neckline edge, sock gussets, button bands).
A Flat Knit Sock
October 19 + 26, 2025
Sundays, 10 am - 12 pm PT | 11 am - 1 pm MT | 12 - 2 pm CT | 1 - 3 pm ET
A Flat Knit Sock
This two-week class shows you how to knit socks with two needles and uses a join-as-you-go technique to seam the sides together. If sock knitting has evaded you in the past, you enjoy challenging yourself with a new technique, or knitting in the round hasn’t been successful, this class is for you!
(String Theory will purchase a copy of Holli’s Over Easy Socks pattern for all participants.)
School of SweetGeorgia—Online
School of SweetGeorgia is a learning platform where you have full access to all courses, workbooks, and patterns with membership. Study at your pace, wherever you are located.
The School is designed to allow you to access your courses and community from any device. Video lessons are intentionally short and easy to watch or listen to. Written transcripts are available for every lesson. And the discussion forums work like a breeze from your mobile device.
Fundamentals to Finishing Knits
Uplift your knits from “homemade” to “hand knit” by learning fine finishing techniques that add a touch of sophistication and polish to your projects, making them look better. In this epic, skill-building course you’ll discover Holli’s favourite cast on, fully-fashioned increases and decreases, short row shoulder shaping, seams, weaving in ends, successful pick up and knit tips, buttonholes and more. In every lesson, Holli delves deeply into the fundamentals, analyzing many details and nuances.
This course is included with an All-Access Membership to School of SweetGeorgia.
Grading Knitwear for Beginners
Grading Knitwear for Beginners is perfect for knitters and crocheters interested in designing multi-sized patterns or adjusting the fit of existing ones. This course is tailored for new designers eager to create patterns for publication in a range of sizes. Join Holli as we dive into the intricacies of pattern grading, gaining the skills to customize patterns to fit our unique sizes and unlocking the world of pattern design!
This course is included with an All-Access Membership to School of SweetGeorgia.
