About this Event
Instructor - Nora Rogers
Nora is a lifelong knitter who never met a fiber art she didn't like or a machine she didn't want to take apart. Always intrigued by how things work, she has a deep understanding of yarn, fiber, and technique, and how to change parameters to get a precise finished product. As a teacher, Nora is passionate about helping others unlock new skills. She has a track record of teaching beginners of all ages, tailoring the experience to the student as they expand their knowledge. Outside of fiber arts, her experience includes mechanical engineering, 3D design, theatre, and painting.
Class Description
Are you new to knitting and want a solid foundation to build on? Whether your end goal is sturdy potholders or delicate lace, this class will put you on the path to a skill that will keep your hands busy and turn out beautiful and useful projects. Beginners will learn the basic knit stitch, how to cast on and bind off, how to choose yarn for a project, and how to fix common mistakes. This class will empower participants to continue to improve their skills after the class ends.
Material Fee
The materials fee for this class is $15. This is separate from the ticket price and is to reimburse the instructor for any tools or materials used in this class. This will be paid once, directly to the instructor at the start of the first class meeting. This instructor accepts payments in cash, check, Venmo, or Paypal.
The material fee may be waived if you bring your own yarn and needles.
Class Goals
In this course, students will:
Learn the knit stitch
Learn basic techniques to start and finish projects
Learn how to select yarn and needles for your project and skill level
Understand the physical mechanics involved in knitting: tension, stitch size, yarn type
Learn to spot and fix common mistakes
Practice the muscle memory and control required to advance your knitting skills
Material Supplied
Practice yarn and knitting needles, educational handouts, and project ideas.
The material fee may be waived if you bring your own yarn and needles.
Students Should Bring
Pen/pencil and paper
Small scissors
Any supplies you already own and would like guidance on (fancy yarn, mystery tool, etc)
Prerequisites
All students must be 15 years old or older. Students under 18 must be accompanied by and under the direct supervision of a responsible adult.
Class Policies
Learn more about our class and ticket cancelation policies Here.
Please email [email protected] with any questions.
*Sales end 24 hours before the start of the class to allow the instructor and staff time to prep.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Artisan's Asylum, 96 Holton Street, Boston, United States
USD 80.05