In this class, designed for the beginning-to-intermediate knitter, you will learn all of the techniques you’ll need to knit yourself a comfortable and well-fitted pair of socks. Students should be familiar with the knit and purl stitches and some basic decreases, and we’ll show you the rest. Some experience working at small gauges is an asset, but not necessary.
This class runs for three weeks on Thursday nights, May 14, 21, and 28, from 7:30 to 9:30pm.
You will receive a sock pattern that can be customized to fit a variety of feet, and we will work through the project together, learning each new technique as we need it.
You will learn how to: knit in the round on double-pointed needles; make ribbing; pick up and knit stitches; work short-row shaping; make left- and right-sloping decreases; graft stitches (Kitchener stitch). You’ll also learn a special method of casting on that creates a sturdy yet stretchy edging, appropriate for a sock cuff.
MATERIALS FOR THIS CLASS ARE NOT PROVIDED. You will need: one set of 5 double-pointed needles sized 2 to 3mm; 100 grams of sock or fingering weight yarn. Choose the 2mm needles for sock yarns, and the 3mm needles for fingering yarns. If you are unsure of what kind of yarn to buy, or where to get sock yarn, please don’t hesitate to ask us! We’ll happily direct you to some of our favourite yarn sources. Please note that pale or bright colours are much easier to learn new techniques with than very dark colours.
Stitch markers and darning needles (for grafting) will be provided.
Limited to 10 participants. To secure your spot in the class, a non-refundable deposit of 30% is required. Register in person at Levigator Press or call 519-991-4972.
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