Learn to Knit Course

3 week course - Tuesdays 3rd, 10th and 17th June 10am-12pm | Ilkley

If you're a complete beginner, knit before but now need a refresher or tried to learn at home but feel you'd prefer face-to-face guidance this 3 week course will give you a solid base to set you on your knitting journey.

The suggested format can be found below, though this will only move at a pace that is comfortable for everyone.  New skills will be taught each week with practice pieces to be completed at home in-between sessions. 

Week 1

• Learn about needle sizes and yarn
  
• Cast on
• Knit
• Garter Stitch

Week 2

• Purl
• Stockinette stitch
• Bind off

Week 3

• Abbreviations
• Reading patterns

Materials provided in the course:

• Organic cotton yarn (DK weight)
• Bamboo needles (4mm)
• Instruction booklet

If you prefer to bring your own needles or have specific yarn colours you would like to use for your project you are welcome to bring these along.  You will also need yarn to practice with at home.