(Class 201), Intro to Knitting Series 201

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Learn to knit a set of fingerless mitts in this second of a three series of classes.

Learn to Knit Series

This series is designed to meet students where they are and is customizable to your learning and commitment needs. Classes are two hours long and are held in two sessions in person. Learn at your own pace.

Class size is limited, and pre-registration is required. Students are welcome to shop 30 minutes prior to class start time and will receive a 10% discount on class supplies.

 

201: Let’s Knit some Mitts (fingerless)!  Put your basic knitting skills to use and create a simple, cozy set of fingerless mitts.

Class will be held in-person at KnitWit on Danforth St. in Portland, Maine.

PRE-REQUISITES:

  • 101

OR

  • able to perform long-tail cast on, knit stitch, purl stitch, binding off
  • basic knowledge of knitting abbreviations

SUPPLIES NEEDED:

  • Pompom’s “K-N-I-T H-O-W, Simple Knits, Tools, and Tips” resource book
  • 1 skein/ball of yarn (DK/light worsted, approx. 250 yds total)
  • set of 4mm/US6 circular needles with a 16” cord
  • darning needle
  • crochet hook
  • measuring tape or ruler
  • snips or scissors

TECHNIQUES WE’LL LEARN:

  • reading a pattern
  • identify different thicknesses of yarn, wraps per inch (WPI)
  • “getting gauge”- making sure your stitches per inch is good
  • more knitting abbreviations
  • cast on (jeny's surprisingly stretchy cast on)
  • ribbing
  • binding off (jeny's surprisingly stretchy bind off rib)
  • how to fix dropped stitches
  • the mattress stitch to join two project sides

Please include your email address and phone number when you check out so that we can contact you if needed.

Please review our class policies.

OTHER CLASSES IN THE SERIES:

 

Class 101

Class 301

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Sara C.
So helpful!

I was beyond confused trying to figure out where to begin knitting on my own. The instructor was very patient and excellent at explaining everything in a digestible way. I feel like a have a good foundation and more confidence to work on projects now.

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Barbara

Good instructions with emphases on recognizing stitches that was especially helpful.

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Amy B.
Great class.

Very knowledgeable I instructor. Also the employees are also very helpful. I will continue with the 201 class.

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a positive review for our Intro to Knitting Series 101 class. We're so glad to hear that you found our instructor to be knowledgeable and our employees helpful. We can't wait to have you join us for our 201 class. See you soon!
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