Arlington Community Education

Make a hat, scarf, or wrist warmers as you learn the basics of knitting. We will cover casting on, casting off, the knit stitch, the purl stitch, picking up dropped stitches, adding a new ball of yarn, seaming, and weaving in the ends. Depending on time and interest, we may also explore knitting in the round, as well as simple texture, color work, and shaping by adding a basic cable, making stripes, and using increases/decreases. This class is for beginners and those looking for a refresher.

Take up or rediscover the relaxing craft of knitting in this class for beginners and beyond. Reduce your stress as you get a solid foundation in basic skills like casting on and binding off, knit and purl stitches, increasing and decreasing, picking up dropped stitches, and reading a pattern. Get help selecting a project to work on. Additional skills will be introduced based on the level and interests of participants. Instructors will provide materials to use for the first class, or you may bring your own.