Knitting 102

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2 to 4pm

Join our 3-hour 6-session BIWEEKLY (October-December) class and continue your journey towards becoming an expert knitter and creating your own clothing, accessories, and home decor! This workshop is designed for advanced beginners or those who have taken our Knitter 101 course and want to further enhance their knitting skills. This is not a beginner class. 

Prerequisite: Students should be comfortable with knitting and purling, reading patterns, and performing basic cast-ons and bind-offs.

Class Description:
Join us for a step-by-step sweater-making journey! In this multi-session class, each student will knit their own worsted weight Bistro pullover sweater by Laura Aylor. You’ll learn how to measure for a perfect fit, work in the round, pick up stitches, and master essential techniques like the long tail cast-on and gauge swatches.

Through hands-on instruction, demonstrations, and homework assignments, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to complete a well-fitted pullover you’ll love wearing.

Skills You’ll Learn:

• How to knit a gauge swatch in the round and interpret results for the best fit

• Measuring yourself or a reference garment to determine correct sizing

• Long tail and backwards loop cast-ons

• Knitting in the round, including joining and working sleeves

• Picking up stitches and shaping your sweater

• Reading patterns accurately and managing stitch counts

• Making informed yarn choices for your project

Materials Needed: 

• Worsted weight yarn, 
• Size 7 needles with various cable lengths, 16", 24", 32"+
• larger needle (size 8 or 9) for bind-off, 
• stitch markers, 
• tapestry needle, 
• purl strings or waste yarn, 
• tape measure, 
• printed pattern (Bistro by Laura Aylor), 
• favorite pullover for reference.

Class Size: Maximum 4 participants to ensure personalized attention and guidance.

We will be working at a pace appropriate for older teens and adults. This class is not suitable for children. PLEASE BE AT LEAST 14 YEARS OLD.  

You acknowlege and agree to the following cancellation refund policy by registering for the class:

• 21+ days before the first class: Full refund.
• 14–20 days before the first class: Refund minus a 50% administrative fee.
• Fewer than 14 days before the first class: No refunds.
• Seat transfer: If you find a replacement who pays for and takes your seat before the first class begins, you are eligible for a full refund.