Basics of Knitting

Basics of Knitting

There are many misconceptions about knitting being a difficult task. It is clearly a myth. If you get your basics right, nothing can seem as simple and enjoyable a task as knitting.

While there are learners who have never done knitting in their life and there are professionals who want to revise and recall their knowledge. The course is strategically tailored to suit the requirements of both the learners.

The course is divided into four sections -

1. Introduction to knitting

2. Basic knitting techniques

3. Advanced knitting techniques

4. Products

Introduction to knitting - This section makes you aware about basics of knitting, what is knitting, different materials used for knitting - yarn and needles. It also covers the standard variety of yarn and needles available in the market. In short, it makes you aware about the nitty gritties related knitting.

Basic knitting techniques - This section covers the basic techniques like cast on, cast off, knit side, purl side, etc. It gets you started on knitting by introducing slip knots and looping and so on.

Advanced knitting techniques - Starting from basics, this section covers the stitching techniques in knitting like welt stitch, rib stitch, to name a few. You will also learn how to create vertical and horizontal patterns, and add yarn to knitting.

Products - In this section, you will learn about stitch gauge and know where are the knitted products commonly used.

From beginner to advanced - learn how to knit, knitting stitch methods, and make different patterns

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What you will learn

• Fundamentals of knitting
• What is the difference between knitting and crochet
• How to shape by increasing or decreasing loops

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Level: All Levels

Duration: 4.5 hours

Instructor: Indian Design League