Learn to Knit Socks
Type: Technique
Length: 3 hours
Instructor: Staff
Class Fee: $35
Prerequisite: Should be comfortable knitting in the round on DPNs.
Description:
The options for making socks are endless--make fine dress socks or warm slipper socks, use different colors for the heels and toes, add an interesting stitch pattern or technique, use a self-striping or patterning yarn, or experiment with different cuffs, heels, and toes. The choices are all there to make your socks as ewe+nique as you are!
Sometimes it helps to really know the basics, though, and that’s what this workshop will give you. In this class, our instructor will share, their sock-making knowledge with as you knit a “practice sock.” focusing on the heel flap, the heel turn, instep, and the Kitchner stitch. Students will start the class with their knitted cuff (prework done before the class) all knit on DPN needles. Students will be gifted an full adult sock pattern so they can make a sock with confidence especially the heels and toes!
Participants need to purchase or bring the following supplies when they come to class:
(Please arrive a few minutes early to purchase your materials.)
Scissors
Blunt darning Needle
Approx. 60 yds. of DK (#3) or Worsted (#4) weight yarn (makes 1 mini sample sock)
Needles: One set of DPNs in Size 4 for DK or Size 6 for Worsted weight yarn
Please register for all classes at least 24 hours in advance.
Unless specified, materials are not included in the cost of class.