Learn to Knit

I will provide for you:
A ball of yarn and a pair of needles
Handouts for each week in a course pack
Practise worksheets for between lessons
Week 1 - Casting on and the knit stitch
Week 2 - Purl stitch, casting off and stocking stitch
Week 3 - correcting errors 1, consolidation of learning, shaping part 1 - increasing
Week 4 - Correcting Errors 2, Rib stitch, pattern reading part 1, Shaping part 2 - decreasing
Week 5 - Correcting Errors 3, Tension Squares, Using Textures, Pattern Reading Part 2
Week 6 - Pattern Reading Part 3, Introduction to basic colour
I encourage students to have a specific project in mind that they can also work on alongside lessons - ideal beginner projects include: scarves, cushion covers, hats, simple baby clothes. I can either provide a pattern for a small extra cost or help you decide on what you would like
In addition to this basic programme we can also explore:
Internet use - finding freebees, online tutorial
Visit a Yarn Shop - get a feel for materials and equipment
Crafting on a Budget - how to make things as cheaply as possible.
WHERE:
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WHEN:
Mornings, Daytime, Evenings, Week days, Weekends HOW LONG: 1.5 Hours |
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