Hap Shawl with Donna Kay (APR 18)

Hap Shawl with Donna Kay (APR 18)

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April 18 (SAT, 10 AM–4 PM) 
Shetland knitters are famous for their beautiful “one piece” shawl construction. Learn a simple, modern method for knitting a traditional hap shawl from the center out while keeping the details that make a Shetland shawl unique. Together, with professional pattern designer Donna Kay, you’ll be knitting a sample size in class using traditional yarns and pattern stitches. Learn the techniques for picking up border stitches and adding the lace edging. Chart reading, finishing and blocking will be covered in detail. You’ll leave this upbeat and inspiring single day class with instructions on how to make a beautiful full-size shawl at home! 

Skill Level: Intermediate. Must be intermediate knitting skills and have some lace knitting experience.

Materials List: Please bring a 24 “ circular needle, a few locking pin stitch markers, tapestry needle and scissors. Yarn will be provided.

Cancellation Deadline: 2/21/2026

MEET YOUR TEACHER

DONNA KAY, a knitting instructor and designer for over thirty years, is also an accomplished handspinner. Known for her patient teaching manner, she delights in sharing her knowledge and passion for "folk" knitting with her students. Donna is also a freelance knitwear designer and author for publications such as Interweave Knits, Spin Off, PLY, and her company, Tree of Life Designs. She resides on a farm in New Hampshire with her husband, horses, a flock of sheep, and a growing herd of spinning wheels. 


Cancellation and Refund Policy

Please note our 2026 cancellation and refund policy includes a non-refundable $100.00 registration fee per workshop. In the case you must withdraw, you have 8 weeks prior to class for a full tuition refund, less the registration fee. After this date all payments are non-refundable, no exceptions. Thank you for your understanding!

Have a question about a HD workshop or class order? Email hdretail@harrisville.com.

Single Rooms, $70 Per Night 


The Cheshire Mills Boarding House was built in 1853 and provided housing for workers at the mill for over 100 years. It’s a short walk to the studio, which is open 24 hours a day for students. Harrisville Designs is dedicated to maintaining an economical nightly rate to help ensure the cost of lodging to students is affordable during workshops and classes through the season.

With spectacular views of town from its third-story perch, the boardinghouse is just a few minutes’ walk from the studio, shop and general store. In addition to a living room, dining area, and full kitchen, the boarding house has six bedrooms with twin beds and two full bathrooms. Harrisville Designs is happy to provide towels, sheets, and pillowcases for an extra $20 per stay (please order ahead). 

Students are encouraged to bring their own linens if preferred. Pillows and blankets are provided. We do apologize; it’s an old building. There is no elevator and two flights of stairs to navigate. Please pack accordingly. 

All rooms are single occupancy.  

Alternative Dining & Housing

Students may bring  groceries from home when staying at the boarding house. In addition, Harrisville General Store is conveniently located in the heart of our small village. A quick walk from both the boarding house and Harrisville Designs Retail Store & Studio, it offers a variety groceries, pre-made local food options and a short order menu available 8am-2 pm for breakfast and lunch sandwiches, burgers, BLTs, etc. 

Harrisville is a short drive from Peterborough (15 minutes away) and Keene (20-25 minutes away); both offer a nice variety of grocery stores, hotels, shops, and restaurants.

Additional accommodations in Harrisville are available at Aldworth Manor and the Harrisville Inn and at local Airbnb’s including the Harrisville Guest Suite. Peterborough accommodations are available at Cranberry Meadow Farm, the Riverhouse Hotel, and the Little River Bed and Breakfast. Options in Keene include the Carriage Barn Inn, the Best Western Plus, the Fairfield Inn & Suites, the Holiday Inn Express, the Courtyard by Marriott, and Days Inn. We also suggest searching Airbnb and Vrbo.

 


Location

We are located in the southwestern corner of NH off route 101 between Keene and Peterborough. We are approximately 2 hours from Boston, MA and Hartford, CT and 4 hours from New York City and Montreal. Our closest airport is in Manchester, NH (MHT) which is about a one hour car ride. You can rent a car at the airport or call us for information on transportation.
 

 

About Our Workshops

Nestled in the heart of a historic textile village, workshops at Harrisville Designs take place in the Bethuel Harris Mill. Built in the 1830s as a spinning mill for locally raised wool and located at the end of the canal, it originally operated on water power. Today, it’s home to our first-floor retail store and spacious second-floor workshop studio. Year after year students are greeted by sunlit windows, fresh air, and tranquil views of the mill pond and preserved industrial brick buildings.

Workshops vary in skill levels and lengths. Enrollment is limited to ensure each student is immersed in the atmosphere of a working studio rather than a classroom. Most scheduled classes meet from 9 am to 4 pm; however, the studio is open to students 24 hours a day while their class is in session. Looms are provided in the weaving classes, and woolen yarn and other materials are included unless otherwise noted in the materials lists online. While taking a class, students receive a 10% discount on HD items in our store, including looms! (Excludes sale and consignment items) 

Have a question about a HD workshop or class order? Email hdretail@harrisville.com.

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