This unit introduces the core principles of knitting, including the tools and basic stitches. It builds foundational confidence through simple practice pieces that develop hand coordination and technique.
Lesson Titles
- Yarn Basics
- The Fundamentals
- Casting On
- The Knit Stitch
- The Purl Stitch
- Making Squares
- Stitching Pieces Together
- Finishing Touches
This unit focuses on how to correct mistakes, understand tension, and face real challenges during knitting. It includes a hands-on hat project to apply learned techniques in a complete product.
Lesson Titles
- How to Unravel Correctly
- Spotting Mistakes
- Understanding Tension
- Knitting in the Round
- Decreasing Stitches
- Ribbing Techniques
- Hat Project – Part One
- Hat Project – Part Two
The final unit explores advanced skills, particularly working with multiple colors. Learners will practice reading color charts, managing yarn strands, and creating a colorful cowl project.
Lesson Titles
- Working with Two Colors
- Reading Color Charts
- Fair Isle Knitting
- Managing Color Floats
- Combining Multiple Colors
- Creating Your Own Chart
- Steeking (Cutting in Knitting)
- Cowl Project