Top Techniques to Know Before You Knit
Craftsy Knitting Instructors
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- In-depth Instruction; over 161 mins
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Choosing a Good Pattern
16:58
Author and knitwear designer Kate Atherley helps you decipher patterns so you can choose the perfect one! She shows you reliable sources for knitters and teaches you how to check the pattern for quality. Kate also provides tricks for identifying a difficult pattern.
Measuring for a Flattering Fit
16:39
Designer Amy Herzog teaches you how to properly measure your torso for a flattering knit fit. First you'll learn how to measure a basic fit for any shape and how to measure for bust and hip darts. Then you'll measure for the perfect neckline depth and multiple sleeve lengths for any style.
Yarn in the Wild
20:02
Pattern designer Clara Parkes helps you learn techniques to identify yarn in the store. Then she'll discuss tricks you can use to figure out that mystery yarn in your stash by using bleach or a lighter. Finally, she'll demonstrate how to evaluate yarn confidently for any project.
Getting Gauge
22:55
Designer and author Sally Melville teaches you the importance of gauge in a pattern. First, she'll discuss how to make an accurate yarn substitution. Then you'll learn why steam pressing or washing your swatch is vital before knitting your pattern. Finally you'll learn how to re-gauge a pattern.
Identifying Stitches & Reading Charts
32:12
Learn to identify stitches with designer Ann Budd! First, learn the importance of stitch mount and understand how to read chart symbols. Then Ann demonstrates how to identify stitch types and how to knit a stitch identification swatch. Finally you'll learn how to work increases and decreases.
Basic Cast-Ons
27:22
Join Aurora Sisneros to learn multiple techniques to get started knitting! You'll learn the long-tail cast-on, knitted cast-on, purled cast-on and cable cast-on. As an added bonus, Aurora will also teach you the left-hand version of all these techniques.
Provisional Cast-Ons
24:20
In this lesson, Carol Feller teaches you how to knit a provisional cast-on. With her easy-to-follow techniques you can quickly learn many provisional cast-on options, including the knitted and crocheted versions. She'll also teach you an easy way to remove a provisional cast-on for a clean look.
Description
Learn from seven of Craftsy’s most popular instructors as you conquer go-to techniques that ensure better projects and fewer mistakes – before you even start knitting! This dream lineup of knitting experts will let you in on amazing tips, tricks, and secrets. You’ll get flattering results from the patterns you love by learning to choose and read a well-written pattern that’s a fit for your skill level. By the end of the class, you’ll be able to take confident, accurate measurements and understand the world of fiber types and yarn weights, for smart selections at the store or from your stash. Want to make sure your stitches always look great and turn out the right size? You’ll find a stellar breakdown of gauge and swatching, as well as an eye-opening guide to stitch types and charts. Plus, master four must-have cast-ons and two important provisional cast-ons, so you’ll always have the right starting option!
Craftsy Knitting Instructors
Every Craftsy class gives you a chance to follow along with one of the world's best instructors, or in this case seven! Kate Atherley is a teacher, designer and technical editor whose popular book Beyond Knit & Purl has drawn great acclaim. Ann Budd is a book editor, knitwear designer and the author of the best-selling Knitter's Handy Book series. Carol Feller is a knitwear designer and instructor known for dreaming up pieces that are flattering to wear and fun to knit. Amy Herzog is a Boston-based knitwear designer and the author of the book Knit to Flatter. You may recognize her from her popular Fit to Flatter tutorials. Sally Melville has been knitting and designing for more than fifty years the only thing she loves as much is passing the knowledge along to students. Clara Parkes loves fiber. She's the publisher of the Knitter's Review and the author of multiple books, including The Knitter's Book of Yarn. Aurora Sisneros is the owner of Fabric Bliss, a yarn shop in Denver, Colorado, where she teaches knitting, crochet, sewing, quilting and tatting.
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