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Oh is there anything cosier to wear than hand knitted socks? We think not. And with Linda Sellick as your experienced teacher, you can learn all the tips and tricks to making fantastic socks. Not only is sock knitting an easy take along project, they make lovely gifts. Beware - sock knitting is addictive.
Over the course of 3 weeks, Linda Sellick will teach you every part of sock knitting. The Cast On,
Ribbed Cuff,
Heel Flap,
How to Turn the Heel using “Short Rows”,
Gusset,
Decrease Rounds,
Knitting the Foot,
Toe Shaping and
Grafting the Toe (Kitchener Stitch).
The pattern provided is for a plain (Stocking Stitch), top down pair of socks and is included with this Class/KAL.
What Students need to bring to class:
2 - 50gm Balls of Sock Weight Yarn (4 Ply Fingering) or 1 - 100gm Skein of Sock Weight Yarn (4 Ply Fingering) - PRE WOUND INTO 2 BALLS OF 50 gms EACH
Note: Wool Yarn with a small percentage of nylon is considered to be durable and best suited for socks.
A set of 2.25mm Double Pointed Needles. I prefer having a set of 5 Double Pointed Needles - If you consider yourself to be a tight or loose knitter, please go up or down a size accordingly.
Ring Type or Stitch Markers Locking Type Stitch Markers or Safety Pins
Yarn Needle
Scissors -
Tape Measure -
Pen/Pencil -
Note Pad
Class 1 = 2 hrs Class 2 = 2.5 hrs Class 3 = 2 hrs
Total Class Time: 6.5 Hours
Member Fee: $70 Non Member $80 for 3 week class
Experience Level: Students should be comfortable with the basics of knitting and be prepared to learn how to circularly knit using double pointed needles.
All students must be double vaccinated with proof of vaccine and photo ID. Payment is due 14 days in advance of class or registration if forfeited.
Come prepared to have a delightful time, learn new skills and meet new friends.