Learn to Knit: My First Hat and Glove Set

Interweave Instructor · April 25, 2022

Learning to knit can be a daunting task if you’re not sure where to start. What should you make? What kind of yarn should you use? What tools do you need? It can be a lot to think about all at once, but in this course, Lauren Riker, the talented lady behind Girly Knits, helps you make all of these decisions and gets you knitting stylish and fun accessories right away.

In this five week course, you will learn:

What you’ll need:

  • How to choose yarn
  • Which needles to use
  • What notions are essential

Getting started:

  • The basics of casting on
  • The knit stitch
  • How to bind off
  • The purl stitch

Next steps:

  • Quick and easy ribbing
  • Sturdy seed stitch
  • How to attach new yarns
  • How to change colors
  • About making stripes

Making hats and gloves:

  • Pattern reading
  • About gauge and how to measure gauge
  • How to make hats and gloves (in several sizes!)
  • How to embellish your knits with pom poms and bows
  • Troubleshooting: how to “read your knitting” and fix mistakes

You won’t waste any of your hard work as Lauren shows how you can use your gauge swatch as a fun coaster. With the knowledge from this class you’ll be able to make hats and gloves for people of all ages, stylishly decorated to fit individual personalities. Sign up for this class today and start yourself knitting things you’ll want to wear and share!

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