Knitting 1 – Foundations & Fundamentals
In this four-part course, you will learn how to make the foundational knit and purl stitches, how to start and finish a piece of knitting (cast-on/cast-off), how to create shapes with increase and decrease stitches, and essential knitting terminology so you can read and understand knitting patterns. The class includes patterns, video instructions to refer back to, and in some cases, materials for the craft.
Skill Level: no previous knowledge necessary
Time Commitment: Four classes, a week apart
Class Dates: February 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th at 6PM
Course Details:
Class 1 – Learn the Knit Stitch
I set up your yarn and needles with stitches ready to go – this is standard practice for absolute beginners. You will learn how to make the stitches, and we will all practice together and learn about what’s ahead.
Class 2 – Casting-on and -off
Students bring their knitting from the previous class and we learn to cast-off. After that, we will get our new materials and instructions, and cast-on the next project.
Class 3 – Increasing and Decreasing
We will gather new materials and instructions, again, and cast-on for a project knit in the diagonal. This project will teach us how to create a shape through adding and subtracting stitches
Class 4 – The Purl Stitch
The last of our foundational skills is the purl stitch. We will practice this stitch by casting-on a swatch. From there, students will pick a final project and can cast-on together.
Ongoing
I will keep the group chat going and remain available for help when needed! Some students enjoy knitting meet-ups, as well.
Knitting 2 – Skill Building
Students will learn the skills necessary to making seamless hats, socks, sweaters, and how to embellish their knits with colorful motifs, lacework, and cables. Additionally, they will gain familiarity with tools and instructions for these more advanced techniques.
Skill Level: Knitting 1 Course OR knowledge of knitting, purling, casting on and off
Time Commitment: One month of weekly classes
Class Dates: TDB
Course Details:
This lesson plan is in progress, but will include knitting in the round (vs. knitting flat), two-color knitting, lace, and cables.
Hat Workshop
Learn to make a hat in the round on circular needles (main body) and DPNs (crown decreases). Pick from a handful of beginner friendly patterns in worsted weight yarn.
Skill Level: Beginner, knows how to knit and purl, as well as cast on and off
Time Commitment: Two classes, a week apart
Class Dates: TBD
Sock Workshop
Learn to make your first pair of socks! For adventurous beginners and anyone who knows how to knit and purl.
We will knit a pair of worsted weight socks on DPNs, so you can get a feel for sock needles before trying on teeny-tiny needles.
Skill Level: Beginner, knows how to knit and purl, as well as cast on and off
Time Commitment: Three classes, a week apart
Class Dates: TBD
About the Instructor
Hi, I’m Stephanie! I learned to knit in 2004 and how to crochet in 2005. My knitting really took off during a stressful time in 2013, and it brought me a lot of comfort and joy. I started to share the journey on Blogspot and Instagram around that same time, in hopes of helping myself and others break through new skills in knitting. My knitting has ebbed and flowed over the years, and knowing the yarn and needles are there for me when I need them brings me a great deal of comfort.