Lifelines for the Win: Your Secret Weapon for Stress-Free Knitting

with Jessica Ays

Presentation Length: 20 minutes

Description:

Have you ever held your breath while knitting lace, cables, or any complex stitch pattern … terrified of making a mistake?

In Lifelines for the Win: Your Secret Weapon for Stress-Free Knitting, Jessica Ays, of Double the Stitches, takes the mystery out of lifelines and shows you how this simple technique can completely transform your knitting.

You’ll learn what lifelines are, how to use them proactively to prevent problems, or reactively to rescue your work when things go sideways. With practical demonstrations, clever tips, and tools you already have on hand (yes, even dental floss!), Jessica will help you knit with confidence and joy – no more frogging marathons required.

Major Takeaways

Understand exactly what lifelines are and why they’re a knitter’s best insurance policy.
Learn the difference between proactive lifelines (placed before mistakes happen) and reactive lifelines (used to fix issues after they occur).
Discover simple tools and tricks that make lifelines easier and more effective. Walk away with the confidence that no mistake can unravel your knitting journey.

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JESSICA AYS

Knitwear Designer & Instructor, Double the Stitches (She/Her)

Lifelines for the Win: Your Secret Weapon for Stress-Free Knitting

Jessica Ays is the passionate Knitwear Designer and Instructor behind Double the Stitches. She is also the host of the Stitch Society Membership and the Knit Happy Summit.

Her mission is to make this timeless craft accessible to knitters of all skill levels by providing resources, support, and a sense of community. She empowers knitters to explore the world of knitting with confidence and joy!

Jessica began her design journey by creating patterns for a wonderful community of knitters at her Local Yarn Store, which sparked her passion and creativity. Her unique teaching approach, combined with her friendly, supportive, and calming nature, has attracted a loyal following of knitters eager to expand their knowledge and skills so they can confidently tackle new challenges and projects.

She is committed to fostering an environment where everyone, regardless of their skill level, feels valued and empowered to express their creativity through knitting.

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From Start to Finish: Flawless Cast Ons and Bind Offs Workshop

Jessica Ays

Your knitting deserves beautiful edges from the very first stitch to the very last — and this workshop will show you how to achieve them every time.

Inside, you’ll learn:
✔️ The best cast-ons for different types of projects (so your edges match the look and function of your piece)
✔️ How to work bind-offs that are neat, stretchy, or decorative – depending on what your project needs
✔️ My favorite tips and tricks to avoid common mistakes and create polished finishes you’ll be proud of

Whether you’re knitting socks, shawls, sweaters, or blankets, you’ll walk away with a toolkit of professional-looking starts and finishes that make your handmade pieces truly shine.

Perfect for knitters who want to level up their skills, save frustration, and add confidence to every project from the very beginning to the very end.

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