Hunt Valley, MD Knitting Lessons

Learn to knit basics
Hand Made Washcloths - In this beginners class Karen Jacobson will teach you how to cast on, knit, yarn over and bind off to create a homemade wash cloth. You bring yarn (4 1/2 oz. skein of sugar and cream 100% Cotton yarn) and needles (pair size 7 or 8, short ones are easier to work with) and you leave with the pattern and the know how to begin your own projects. This pattern can be easily converted to make other items, from table runners to scarves.
Hand Made Slippers and Baby Booties - Learn to knit and purl. In this more advanced class Karen Jacobson will review knitting basics (cast on, knit, bind off) and will teach you how to purl and make pom-poms to create a pair of homemade baby booties. You bring yarn (2 oz skein 4 ply worsted weight Cotton yarn) and needles (pair 10 1/2) and you leave with the pattern and the know how to begin making your own slippers. This pattern can be easily converted to make adult size slippers as well.

During this class you will become familiar with the basics of knitting. You will learn how to cast on and bind off. How to make hats and scarfs etc.

As with crocheting, I can teach a range of students, from those with the beginning desire to learn to students wishing to hone specific techniques. My favorite techniques include in the round and double pointed needles, because who doesn't want to learn to avoid more sewing?

I love knitting and teaching how to knit to all ages and all types of learners..

Students will be able to knit a sweater., beany cap., mittens., and many more....

I started knitting to help with my tremors and it didn't take log for it to turn into a love and passion. I knit everything (socks, dresses, hats, scarves, sweaters, shawls, blankets, and baskets, and more). I love teaching different styles and techniques of knitting and the history behind them. I currently am knitting for an online store that supplies clothing and decor to varies high end retail stores and have pop up locations in Boston, MA.

For beginner knit classes you will learn cast on, knit, purl, cast off as well as other useful info pertaining to yarns, needles, pattern reading etc.
**Please select the 240 minute package**

For advanced knitting techniques I offer three 2hr packages. Each package covers one topic. The topics are Lace, Cables/Slip stitches, Sock techniques, Entrelac, Knitting in the round.
**Please select one 120 min package per topic you would like to learn**

Knitting is my passion of mine. I just love it and want to share my joy with you. I am certified by the Yarn Council of America. I have been teaching at Michael Craft store for over 5 years. I have been knitting for over 40 years. You will be knitting in no time to make wonderful keepsakes and family treasures. Knitting is the new yoga!!