Loom Knitting 101 & Social Club - Learn to Knit in No Time at All!
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours per weekProjects
2-4 hours per week. Learners may enrol with a specific goal in mind and I will support them in achieving that goal, and change of goal, or subsequent goals, with feedback in class as well as through Classroom if photos of their work can be uploaded and I can respond with feedback and next steps.Grading
I will offer advice and next steps as needed based on the project each learner is working on.Class Experience
Beginner's coupon: Coupon code: SARAHLETSLOOM5 LOOM INTRO $5 OFF $5 USD off Max uses per person: 1 Learners will be taught: E-Wrap (equivalent standard knit stitch when knitting on two needles) Purl Stitch (equivalent standard purl stitch when knitting on two needles) Rib pattern (1x or 2x knit then purl to create a ribbed effect in a cuff) Cast on and cast off Thread off (cast off not required for all items) Create a pom pom How to form a brim of a hat, continue the hat, complete the hat, add a pom pom or other chosen embellishments Cable pattern once basic knit and purl stitches are mastered Form a thumbhole in fingerless mittens or for a ponytail hole in a customised hat Sew over mistakes/missed stitch loops We will cover: Casting on Knit stitch and purl stitch to create different patterns Brims for hats, thumbholes for mittens Pattern variation - stockinette stitch, rib stitch, cable patterns Changing colours Casting off and threading up, adding pom poms and embellishments Class structured: Sharing our progress each lesson would be a great way to share and encourage each other, as well as problems we encountered and how we fixed them. Casting on and e-wrap is the most basic skill, so we will practice this until learners wish to progress to purl stitch. I will have several projects on different looms, so I can, at any time, talk through different stitches for different projects on different looms. One learner may be working on a hat in e-wrap (knit) only stitch but another may be doing a rib mitten and another a cable cowl. I have a visualiser so I can show all techniques at any time as per learner request. We may end with sharing of goals or an online quiz related to textiles or knitting. How will I teach: I will teacher using my visualiser, showing learners how to complete each type of stitch and invite them to copy and consolidate the skill until they can progress to the next step. I will have several projects on different looms and so be able to tailor teaching to each individual learner - showing different techniques on different looms to ensure every learner progresses. My teaching style: I believe it is important to know each individual well, their needs and their next steps, so while showing the skills and techniques on the visualiser I will deliver the support required by each learner. I would encourage discussion and motivations in class, inviting learners to share their knitting goals, and offer any additional assistance in class and through the Classroom upload facility to help learners meet their goals. Learner-Teacher Interaction: We will interact constantly on camera. I have a visualiser and learners are welcome to use their own visualisers or reposition their cameras to share their looming work. As well as discussing our technique, what we are finding tricky and how we are improving, we will discuss our motivations, how knitting can be so useful, charity, the value of homemade gifts. Online quizzes about knitting, textiles and textile history are also a nice addition to classes.
Learning Goals
Each learner will be supported in creating a hat, cowl, scarf and/or a pair of mittens, or combination of these and after accomplishing this, the learner will be able to move onto more challenging projects with more confidence.
Other Details
Supply List
A set of circular looms (41, 36, 24 peg) - one loom alone would suffice if it matches the learner's initial goal.
Loom hook
Looming needle (plastic, chunky)
Yarn - 2-3 x 50g balls Chunky yarn OR 3 x 100g balls DK (double knitting) to be knitted together (more cost effective) per item or two (ie. hat and cowl, hat and mittens). Doubling the chosen amount in different colours will enable the learner to develop their colour change skills (so 2-3 MORE balls of Chunky yarn, or 3 MORE 100g balls of DK, in a contrasting colour)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Some useful YouTube links.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Mathematics
I have been a keen, proficient and prolific knitter for over ten years. I am passionate about knitting, what it can do for the knitter's mental health as well as the power of gifting something handmade to a loved one or to charity.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly1x per week
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
2-12 learners per class