Knit Stars Masterclass with Dawn Barker: Assigned Pooling

Dawn’s course invites knitters to see variegated yarn as a creative partner rather than a problem to control. She introduces assigned pooling as a way to use color changes as cues for texture, turning unpredictable yarn into intentional, expressive fabric. The lessons move from core concepts into practical applications for accessories and garments, always grounded in reading your work and making informed choices as you knit. Throughout, Dawn encourages curiosity and flexibility, helping knitters respond to what the yarn offers instead of forcing rigid rules. By the end, students gain both clear techniques and the confidence to use variegated yarn in bold, wearable ways.