Knitting for Beginners: Saturday May 11th, 10-1pm

This workshop is designed for beginners and guides you through the skill of knitting, starting with the two foundation “knit” and “purl” stitches.
On successful completion of this workshop, you should be able to:
• hold your knitting needles comfortably
• manage your yarn
• create a slip knot
• cast on and cast off
• execute knit and purl stitches
• correct mistakes
• knit a small 10cmX10cm square (and perhaps several!)

Led and supported by Helen, you’ll get hands-on experience in our warm and welcoming environment to ensure that you start your knitting journey in a relaxed manner. By grasping the basics and becoming confident, you’ll be able to sustain your interest in knitting and hopefully, learn to love it as Helen does.
Included:
• One ball of yarn
• One pair of knitting needles
• Light refreshments
• Fun!

About Helen

My knitting journey started when I was ten. Coming from a family of knitters, it was inevitable that I would also pick up this skill, and I’m so glad I did. Apart from knitting for my children, family and friends, I also teach knitting so that I can pass on this craft and enable others to experience the joy it brings.

Knitting has a host of positive health benefits: it reduces stress and anxiety; improves brain function and memory; boosts confidence; provides an opportunity for creativity; and importantly, gives you a sense of purpose. Knitting is also a very sociable activity, so being part of a knit & natter group is a great way of connecting with others in a calm and relaxing environment.

You’ll often find me working on a knitting project and wearing a big smile, unless I drop stitches, of course! Quite simply, I love knitting, and I hope you will too.