Learn to Knit and Crochet - Knitting 101 (Knitting 101 Chicago - Learn Fundamentals and Knit a Sa...

It all starts here, Learn to Knit also known as Knitting 101 - no previous experience is needed, and you can sign up below for one of these beginner classes right now. At Wool and Company, we have been teaching people how to knit for more than 10 years in the intimacy of a small group setting. Not only do you learn knitting but you'll make new friends with whom you can share your creativity. Our Learn to Knit has been designed to get the absolute beginner up to speed and to refresh the skills of those who are returning to knitting after a layoff. We go beyond the basics. You will learn everything from starting your knitting (casting on) to finishing it (binding off). In between we'll teach you the knit stitch, the purl stitch. We'll teach you how to read a pattern, and how to fix common mistakes. You'll learn about all the fabulous modern fibers that you can use to make knitted pieces, whether from sheep, goat, alpaca, possum (yes!) or man-made acrylics and nylons. You'll learn what fiber is best for what type of knitted article - for example, baby clothes usually need to be easily washed and dried! Oh! and along the way we'll have a little fun in our classroom while you complete several projects including a sampler scarf. Learn to Crochet Our Learn How to Crochet class runs for three weeks. We will get you started on a crochet adventure, learn the basics and beyond (slip stitch, chain stitch, foundation chain, single crochet, double crochet, shell stitch and much more). You'll learn enough to start your first project and pick up the skills needed to complement your knitting. You'll make squares, washcloths and learn how to do edging. you can sign up below for one of these beginner classes right now.