Basic Socks
Schedule
NEW Dates: April 18, May 2, 9, 16 (Fridays)
Times: 1:30-3:30 p.m. (afternoons)
Location: Rae's Yarn Boutique, 2004 E. Michigan Avenue, Lansing, Michigan
Phone: (517)336-9276
Class Registration
To sign up for this class: Call the location where the sessions you are interested in are being offered. Please contact me if you would like to be placed on a waiting list to take this class at a later time or at an alternate location.
Description
4 sessions
Cost: $60
Skill level: Intermediate. I’d prefer that you know how to knit and purl before you take this class.
What can I say about sock knitting? It’s easy, it’s fun, and it’s addicting! This is a great introduction to circular knitting, if you have never knit in the round before.
Project
In this class, you will learn how to knit a very basic pair of socks, custom fit to your (or a lucky other’s) feet. Stahl Wolle Big Ben was used for the model. I don't know if Big Ben is still available, but Stahl Wolle makes other, comparable sock yarns.
Materials
- Yarn – Two to three 50 gram skeins, plus 1 skein of contrasting color of same weight for heel and toe, if desired.
- Reinforcing thread (optional) – we will discuss this in class before you need it.
- Needles – Set of double pointed needles, appropriate to the yarn chosen, but bring everything you have in case you want to adjust the needle size.
- Stitch dictionary (optional)
- Needle gauge
- Flexible measuring tape
- Blunt darning needle
- Sharp tapestry needle
- Coilless safety pins
- Scissors
- Calculator
Session 1 Topics
- Yarn, needle, and stitch pattern selection
- Measurements
- Joining circular knitting
- Gauge
- Getting started
- Hints for working with double pointed needles
- Reinforcing thread
Session 2 Topics
- Contrasting heel and toe
- Heel flap
- Turning the heel
Session 3 Topics
- Gusset
Session 4 Topics
- Toe shaping
- Kitchener stitch
- Weaving in ends
- Laundering knitted items
Payment
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The student will be responsible for the cost of any materials required.
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Check with the desired class location for payment details.
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Payment for classes at my home in Haslett can be by cash or check made payable to Sarah Peasley, due at the first class session.
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No refunds will be given after the first class session.
Questions?
If you have any questions about this class, please don’t hesitate to contact me. I’m always happy to help you with any questions or problems that arise from my classes or from patterns by Sarah Peasley, Handknitter. I am committed to seeing you through to the end of your project!
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