Irina Shaar is the creator and host of Fiberchats on YouTube, where she interviews fiber artists from around the world and dives into the stories behind their craft. A passionate knitter, lace enthusiast, and designer, she loves exploring the fine details that make knitting both challenging and joyful. In the classroom, Irina shares that same curiosity and energy, inviting students to rethink traditions and try new approaches. She will be teaching Combination Continental Knitting—a fascinating (and sometimes controversial!) technique that challenges assumptions and opens up new possibilities for speed, efficiency, and beautiful results.