Knitting Level 0: Absolute Beginner

Welcome to the wonderful world of knitting! This class is designed for the absolute beginner knitter who has never picked up needles before. If you have ever done any knitting (whether as a child or more recently), please take Level 1. 

In this class, you will be introduced to the knit stitch. Your finished swatch can be used as a coaster.

The necessary materials are included in the cost of the course and will be provided to you in the first class.

Run time

2 sessions x 2 hours.

Project

Swatch/coaster in garter stitch. 

Skills Taught

• Holding needles and yarn
• Knit stitch
• Recognizing stitches
• Cast on and  bind off
• Weaving in tails
  

Skills Required

• Absolutely nothing. Novices only.

Materials Provided

• 1 ball of Drops Nepal. Yarn provided may not be the same colour as pictured.
• 6 mm (US 10), 60 cm (24”) circular needle
• Tapestry needle
• 1 locking stitch marker
• Resources page

Supplies to Purchase

• Nothing

Lesson Plan

Class 1

• How to hold your needles and yarn
• Cast on
• Knit stitch

Class 2

• Refresh on skills taught in previous class
• Stitch recognition
• Bind off
• Weave in tails