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Beginner Knitting Class Day 1

May 1 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

A ball of yarn, a circular needle, and a hand knitted mitten

So you’ve always fancied trying knitting, but didn’t know where to start? Becci and Sharon are here to help untangle the knits from the purls and get you on your way to becoming a confident knitter.

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Benefits of knitting

  • It’s relaxing. Knitting helps to relieve stress and has a positive effect on mental health, and what’s more, you get something to show off for your time.
  • It’s great for your self-esteem and creative expression. Someone compliments you on your matching mittens and hat and you get to reply: “I made that!”
  • It’s sustainable. You choose the materials that go into your creations, giving you the opportunity to craft high quality, even heirloom, pieces that will last for many years.
  • It’s sociable. Loads of us are doing it and there are many opportunities to meet people from all walks of life united by a common thread, or yarn… Join us!

The Beginner Knitting Class is a comprehensive 2-day course, comprising 12 hours total teaching time. Day 2 follows a week after Day 1, giving you chance to practise and solidify your progress in between classes. Because we have two tutors at all times, the teaching will be flexible and you are encouraged to work at your own pace.

Day 1: Thursday 1st May, 10 am – 5 pm
Day 2: Thursday 8th May, 10 am – 5 pm

What you will be making

  • mug cosy and co-ordinating coaster
  • mittens

What you will be learning

  • casting on
  • knit stitch
  • binding off
  • purl stitch
  • knit / purl stitch combos, eg: ribbing
  • knitting in the round
  • shaping, increases and decreases
  • tension / gauge
  • reading your knitting / troubleshooting / fixing errors
  • following knitting patterns

What you need to bring

  • lunch
  • notepad and pen
  • tapestry needle and small scissors (don’t worry if you don’t have these, you will be able to borrow some)
  • 3.25mm circular needle, 60 – 80cm cable length (available to purchase on the day)
  • 3.75mm circular needle, 60 – 80cm cable length (available to purchase on the day)
  • OPTIONAL: any other knitting needles ranging from sizes 3mm – 4mm of any type (straight, circular, double pointed etc…)

What we will provide

  • all the yarn you will need, hand-dyed British wool from RiverKnits
  • class notes
  • stitch markers
  • refreshments

Available to purchase during the course

  • hooks / needles
  • yarn from RiverKnits and Dragon Hill Studio
  • knitting and crochet patterns and books

All with a 10% discount for workshop attendees.

Meet the tutors

Becci and Sharon smiling to camera

Becci and Sharon met when both exhibiting at a yarn show and soon discovered a shared love of folk music. When they’re not spending time knitting or crocheting, you can find them catching up to play tunes!

Sharon is a freelance technical editor, yarn dyer, designer and experienced tutor. She has had several patterns published in both Knit Now and Crochet Now magazines. Specialising in crochet, she particularly enjoys teaching and passing on her love of the craft.

Becci is an experienced knitter and crocheter with a love of wool. In her job as a yarn dyer and co-owner of RiverKnits, she designs knitting patterns with a focus on colourwork and good fit. She has been teaching fellow crafters how to dye yarn for several years now, some of who have gone on to start their own yarn dyeing businesses.

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Book for the full 2-day course here:

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your booking and receive a refund up to 14 days before the event, as this gives us time to fill your place. Refunds closer to the event will be issued at our discretion.

Details

Date:
May 1
Time:
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Organizer

RiverKnits
Phone
01327 342273
Email
info@riverknits.co.uk
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Venue

RiverKnits
Building 5, The Old Depot, Bridge Street
Weedon Bec, Northamptonshire NN7 4PS United Kingdom
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01327 342273
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