Learn to Knit
See how fun and relaxing knitting can be! Learn this popular craft and make items such as a scarf, small purse or cowl. Learn to cast on, hold the yarn, knit, purl and bind off. Learn about yarn gauge, needle size and yarn composition. Learn to increase and decrease, and learn stitches (garter, stockinette, and ribbing).
Instructor will provide materials for first session to get you started, and provide recommendations for choosing patterns, yarn and needles at your local yarn store. Yarn and tools information sheet will be provided.
For any learn to knit class: if you wish to purchase your yarn prior to the first session, please purchase worsted weight yarn (at least 50% wool) and size 8 (5.0 mm) needles.
For more information contact Mary Loeser, 908-273-3330 x 163, Email Mary
Fee: Y Members: $37.50; Non-members: $75 (6 week session)
Open Knitting
Join us as we relax together while working on individual knitting projects among new friends. Finish items you’ve got in your knitting basket such as pretty scarves, mittens or baby blankets. Make beautiful items for family, friends or charity. Get a project back on track with some tips from the instructor or attendees. Try a more complex knitting stitch! Maybe knit socks?
Instructor will offer tips to keep your project moving ahead and help you as you start new projects. We’ll discuss what’s in the knitting news, new yarns and tools, how to pick the right size pattern. Bring your projects in process, and get ideas for new items. Yarn and tools information sheet will be provided.
For more information contact Mary Loeser, 908-273-3330 x 163, Email Mary
Fee: Y Members: Free; Non-members:$5 per day
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Tu & W
| 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Register | |