Course overview

Dive into the world of knitting with our 3-hour Beginner's Knitting Workshop. Designed for absolute beginners, this hands-on class covers all the essentials to get you started. You'll learn how to cast on, create knit and purl stitches, and cast off, with guidance from an experienced tutor. By the end of the workshop, you'll have the skills to start simple knitting projects and a completed sample piece to take home. Join us for a fun and relaxing introduction to knitting and discover the joy of creating handmade items. All materials will be provided for you.

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.

What financial support is available?

We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need alternative financial help to access them then let us know.

What other support is available?

All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.

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