Ready to learn to knit? This is the class for you. It is designed for the absolute beginner. By the end of this class you will learn how to make a slip knot, cast on and work garter stitch. You will learn how to cast off your project, seam the edges and weave in the ends. You will also learn how to read a yarn label, follow a simple pattern and you will learn a little bit about gauge. You should be walking out with a completed pair of wrist warmers or at least be well on your way to completing your project.

Skill Level: Beginner - no previous experience required

Class: 2.5 hours

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Time:

Class Format: In person

Location: Stafford, VA - Classes are held in my home. Please message me for the address.

*If you are interested in hosting a class at your home, please contact me for more information.*

Cost: $25 (Does not include the cost for materials).

Class Size: Max 6 Students. Minimum of 3 students needed to run class.

Instructor: Mindy - certified instructor through the Craft Yarn Council

Skills Required:

*A desire to learn how to crochet

*Must be 16 years of age or older. For younger students please contact me or look for one of my children's classes.

Skills to be learned in this class:

*How to read a yarn label

*Slip Knot

*Long tail Cast on

*Knit Stitch/Garter Stitch

*Yarn tension management

*Row and Stitch Counting

*How to read a pattern

*How to start, stitch and finish a basic project

*How to bind off your project

*How to seam the edges together

Materials Needed:

*1 skein of light color Super Bulky Weight (size 6) yarn. Dark colors are difficult to learn on so please be sure to pick a light color for the class. Any super bulky weight brand will work, the pattern suggests Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick and Quick .

*1 Size 13/ (9.0 mm) straight knitting needles (14 inches would be best). *If you think you are going to continue knitting it might be wise to purchase a set of needles in multiple sizes. Knitting is tricky because there are multiple variations you will use if you stick with it. Straight needles, DPN's and circular needles are a few of those variations. When I first started knitting I purchased this straight knitting needle set from Knit Picks (which is my favorite knitting tool store) and it got me started: Rainbow Straight Needle Set (Although please note that the set does not come with 9.0 mm size needles you would need for this project.)

*Yarn needle

*Tape Measure (optional)

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**If you are interested in purchasing a materials kit for this class, contact me for more information.**

Required Skills Policy:

Please pay special attention to the prerequisites that are listed for the class. Carefully read and understand what skills are required prior to signing up. The dedicated class time does not account for teaching the skills on the required skills list. If you are unsure, please contact me and we can discuss to make sure you are ready to take the class you are signing up for.

Class Size and Refund Policies

If the minimum class size listed in the class description is not met by 3 days before the class start date the class will be cancelled, students will be notified and a full refund will be issued. If you decide you would not like to take the class, refunds will be issued for paid classes only if notified one week before the start of the class. There will be no refunds or make up dates for classes you miss, unless the class was cancelled by me.