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Beginning Knitting
February 26 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Come and learn the age-old craft of knitting. Learn basic knitting terminology, how to read patterns, how to cast on, the knit stitch, the purl stitch, and how to bind off. We’ll cover the basic techniques of knitting and, with practice, these basics result in many wonderful scarves, cup cozies, blankets, and more. No experience necessary!
What you’ll learn:
Basic knitting terminology,
How to cast on
The knit stitch
The purl stitch
How to bind off.
Students are required to bring:
– One pair of knitting needles (Sizes of #9, #10 or #11 are suggested)
– One skein of yarn (worsted weight yarn or slightly thicker)
– One pair of scissors.
About the Instructor:
Christy Georg is an Artist / Adventurer. She has worked as a deckhand aboard sailing schooners, thru-hiked the 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail and 500-mile Colorado trail, and cruised the Arctic. Endurance and fortitude drive underlying themes in her work. She has her BFA and MFA in sculpture and brings a 20-year career with dozens of awards and rich fabrication experience to MAKE.
