Description: Our resident knitting expert Mel will get you started knitting, teaching you essential techniques like casting on, casting off, knitting and purling, and reading a basic pattern. You'll start by knitting a dishcloth, then level up to knit a basic cowl in the round. We will be using the Purl Ridge Scarf pattern by Stephen West. This class is for ages 16 and up.
Prior skills recommended: None.
Materials needed: Before the first session of class you'll need:
- 32" or 24" US8 circular knitting needle
- One skein of worsted weight cotton yarn
- Scissors
- Removable stitch markers
- Pen or pencil
- A blunt-tipped yarn needle
Before the second session of class you'll need:
- 1-2 skeins of worsted weight yarn. The pattern calls for 300 yards of yarn but many students have been able to finish it with only one skein. (You'll use the same needles and notions from the washcloth for this second project.)
Prep work: Students should have their yarn purchased and wound (if needed) before the first class begins.
When: This class takes place over three Saturdays:
- June 15 from 2:30-5pm
- June 22 from 2:30-5pm
- June 29 from 2:30-5pm
Class Policies: Materials that you buy in person at Harmony for your class will be 20% off. Class fees are not refundable or exchangeable for any reason. Classes with 2 or fewer sign ups will be canceled, and if the class is canceled students will be notified via email 2 days before the class begins. All classes are held in-person at Harmony. Students may be contacted via email before class begins, please check your email for important class info.
