knitting

Intro to Knitting – Winter

Learn essential knitting techniques. You will learn to read a pattern, cast on, knit stitch, purl stitch, decrease, increase, and finishing techniques while creating unique textiles. Patterns will be provided. Option to bring your own pattern.

 

Materials:

For the first class please bring the following:

  • set of size 8 or 9 straight knitting needles, wood is preferred
  • one ball of smooth yarn (not textured) worsted weight yarn in a light color (any light color, not navy or black. Any wool or acrylic that suits your aesthetic and budget and meets the criteria above will work)
  • scissors
  • ruler
  • tapestry needle

Optional materials:

  • gauge ruler
  • stitch counter
  • tote bag or plastic bag to store your knitting
  • additional yarn and needles may be needed depending on your personal knitting and preference
  • a pattern may be needed depending on your personal knitting and preference, select patterns will also be provided
  • binder, glue