Learn how to make basic knit stitches and how to read a pattern. You will complete a hat and learn how to make a square that can grow into a scarf, afghan, or whatever you want! Supplies needed for beginning knitting class: Yarn - buy at least 220 yards (200 meters) of worsted-weight yarn in a color you love. Needles Our hats will be made in the round without a seam. You will need: One 16-inch circular needle, size 7 (4.5 mm) or 8 (5.0 mm). 2) a set of double pointed needles (dpn's), size 7 (4.5 mm) or 8 (5.0 mm). How do you know which size to get? As a general rule, if you are maybe a little tense, choose the larger size (higher number). More relaxed folks may prefer the smaller size. If class is full, please enroll to be added to the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

Do you have a sewing machine that is gathering dust because you’re not comfortable using it? We will cover basic maintenance and cleaning techniques, then sew simple tote bags. Confident beginners should also have time to choose and sew an accessory such as a scarf or bag with a zipper. Before class begins, please make sure that you have 2 yards of cotton fabric, a sewing machine, at least 2 bobbins, at least 2 sewing machine needles, the power cord and foot pedal for your machine, thread, a seam ripper, and the manual for your machine. If you don’t have a manual, we may be able to find a downloadable version online. If your machine has extra feet or tools, make sure you have them ready. If you don’t have a machine, please contact the instructor before class for advice on how to find one. If class is full, please enroll to be added to the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.