Textiles and Fashion: Beginners Knitting Workshop
Course details
Course code
Q00017779Course date
Number of classes
1 sessionsTimetable
Tutor
Victoria BouldFee:
How you'll learn
Venue
St Marys Community Centre (PONTEFRACT)The Circle, Town Centre,
Chequerfield
PONTEFRACT
WF8 2AY
Level of study
Entry Levels 1,2,3: If you have never studied this subject before and you’re not confident in your skills, Entry levels are a good starting point.
Level 1: Covers basic skills and knowledge needed for this subject
Level 2: Building on basic knowledge or experience. Similar to Grade 4/ C at GCSE or O level in England or Standards in Scotland.
Level 3: Learn about the topic in-depth and have a broad range of skills. Independent working Equivalent to an A level in England or Higher in Scotland.
Beginners: A perfect introduction if you have no experience and skills in this subject.
Improvers: The next step if you have basic skills or knowledge but want to progress them further.
Advanced: Build on the solid experience and skills you have in this subject, applying your skills and knowledge in a more complex way.
Course overview
Course description
Join us at this Beginner's Knitting Workshop, a comprehensive 3-hour session designed to introduce you to the fundamental techniques of knitting. Perfect for those who have never picked up needles before, this workshop will equip you with the essential skills needed to start your knitting journey. Our experienced tutor will guide you through the basics, starting with how to cast on, the crucial first step in any knitting project. You'll learn various methods to cast on stitches, giving you flexibility in your future projects. Next, you'll be introduced to the knit stitch and the purl stitch, the building blocks of knitting. Through hands-on practice, you'll understand how to create these stitches and how they can be combined to form different textures and patterns. As you become more comfortable with these techniques, you'll also learn how to cast off, completing your knitting piece with a neat and secure edge. Throughout the workshop, personalized guidance ensures that you gain confidence in handling your needles and yarn. By the end of the class, you'll have a completed sample piece to take home and the foundational skills to start your own knitting projects. Join us for a relaxing and rewarding introduction to knitting, and discover the creative possibilities of this timeless craft.
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