Intro to Knitting Series (4 weeks )

117 south street,Upton MA 01568

01 March, 2022

Description

If you have always wanted to learn how to knit, join us for a four week series to learn the basics of knitting. Class is limited to 8 people Week Beginner’s Knitting Class Four Week Series, Tuesdays 6:30 pm to 8pm. March 1st through March 22nd Instructor: Melissa Beyer Ravelry: KnittyMelissa, Instagram @KnittyMelissa Supplies Needed: Straight knitting needles – size 7 (4.5mm) or 8 (5mm) Shorter is better for learning – 9-10” long rather than 14”Wood/bamboo or metal (not plastic) Worsted weight yarn - wool preferred but a nice acrylic also works One skein (~100g)Light, solid color Smooth texture (no lumps, bumps, tweed, sparkle, etc.) Examples: Patons Classic Wool Worsted, Knit Picks Swish Worsted or BravaWorsted weight yarn – 100% cotton One ball (~70g)Light to medium solid color Examples: Pigsah Yarns Peaches & Cream, Lily Sugar’n Cream, Knit Picks Dishie Knitting ruler (optional, but helpful) Usually ~6” long, may have needle sizing holes or gauge measuring guide Scissors Syllabus: (tentative) Week 1: Slip knot Knitted cast on Knit stitch Week 2: Cast on and knit stitch review Binding off Purl stitch Discussion of knit vs. purl – garter, stockinette Week 3: Increases & decreases Discussion of gauge, yarn weight vs needle size Week 4: Introduction to pattern reading Washcloth project