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E-GIFT CARD: Right-Handed Knitting Basics 5-Part Series
NOTE: If you are gifting this e-gift card as a surprise to someone else, we recommend entering your own email address instead of the recipient’s email address when purchasing. Then you can print out both this listing AND the code you receive via email to give as your gift. :)
This e-gift card can be redeemed for the Knitting Basics 5-Part Series.
$200.00 Gift Card for class only
$215.00 Gift Card for class and materials kit
This five-part series of classes will take you from complete beginner to confident knitter. You will learn foundational concepts and skills by knitting a series of coasters using different techniques in progressing difficulty. We will then finish the class by knitting a hat as our final project. By the end of the class you will have a strong understanding of foundational concepts and the skills to complete many beginner and beginner+ level knitting patterns. In this class, you will learn:
the two foundational knitting stitches
how to read a pattern
how to begin your knitting project (casting on)
yarn 101
changing yarn
binding off
how to end your project and give it a professional finish
all about gauge and how to make projects that will fit
Why learn with us?
Small Class Sizes: Our knitting and crochet classes are capped at 4 students, so every learner gets individual attention and help.
Professionally Designed Curriculum: Our curriculum has been designed for complete beginners by an instructional designer and knitter to give you all the knowledge and skills you need to be successful on your knitting journey.
Encouraging Community: We really care about your success, and we strive to create the best learning environment we can for our learners. This is a low-pressure, fun, encouraging place to learn. No need for perfection - just bring your willingness to learn.
Supplemental Learning: You will receive a handout at every class that has the pattern we covered in class, supplemental pattern recommendations for additional practice, and a link to video playlists that show the skills we covered that lesson - so you won’t get lost after you go home!
Age Requirement: Adults and kids aged 14+
Homework: Homework will be required every week to develop your skills. Please be aware that completing your homework is a crucial part of your learning in this class. If you don’t have the time to complete 1-2 hours of knitting per week outside of class, we recommend waiting to take this class until you have the time.
Required Materials:
You may purchase your own materials, or we can provide them for you in a kit for a $15 fee. If you’d like to purchase the kit from us, you may pay for the kit at the first class session.
The materials required for our coasters are:
US Size 8/5.00mm knitting needles (you can purchase this locally at Michaels - link here - or online at Amazon and other online retailers)
one skein of the Loops & Threads Cuddle Craft Tube Yarn (link here)
yarn/tapestry needle (can be found locally at Michaels -link here - or online at Amazon and other online retailers
stitch markers (can be found locally at Michaels -link here - or online at Amazon and other online retailers
You will need to purchase additional materials (needles and yarn) for our hats - we will discuss these materials in class before you purchase them.
Required Skills/Knowledge: NONE. This course is designed for complete beginners.
Instructor: Rachel Melnyk
Class Policies:
Make-up Classes: This class is designed for each class session to build upon the others. Missing any of the classes will greatly impact your ability to learn and complete the projects. If you know you will not be able to attend one or more of the class sessions, please reach out to us before registering. If you have to miss a class due to unforeseen circumstances, make-up classes are offered according to instructor availability during the day on weekdays for a fee of $35. Evening and weekend make-up classes are not available.
Refunds: Refund Policy: Full refunds of the class price are offered up until 3 weeks before the registration deadline. After that, refunds of 50% are offered up to 2 weeks before the registration deadline date. Refunds cannot be accommodated past 2 weeks prior to the registration deadline.
Gift Card Policies:
Upon purchase, you or your recipient will receive a code via email that can be redeemed for the selected amount.
This is an e-gift card - you will not receive a physical card.
Class registration is first come, first-served, and we cannot guarantee a spot in any particular class. Due to small class sizes, we recommend registering as soon as the notification goes out that classes have been posted to the website in order to get a spot in class.
We cannot guarantee any particular timing or schedule for the classes to run. However, we do intend to run this class in the next six months.
Gift Cards do not expire.
Gift Cards are returnable.
Gift card balances can be used to any class or product at FOSY, and do not have to be used for the class listed above.
NOTE: If you are gifting this e-gift card as a surprise to someone else, we recommend entering your own email address instead of the recipient’s email address when purchasing. Then you can print out both this listing AND the code you receive via email to give as your gift. :)
This e-gift card can be redeemed for the Knitting Basics 5-Part Series.
$200.00 Gift Card for class only
$215.00 Gift Card for class and materials kit
This five-part series of classes will take you from complete beginner to confident knitter. You will learn foundational concepts and skills by knitting a series of coasters using different techniques in progressing difficulty. We will then finish the class by knitting a hat as our final project. By the end of the class you will have a strong understanding of foundational concepts and the skills to complete many beginner and beginner+ level knitting patterns. In this class, you will learn:
the two foundational knitting stitches
how to read a pattern
how to begin your knitting project (casting on)
yarn 101
changing yarn
binding off
how to end your project and give it a professional finish
all about gauge and how to make projects that will fit
Why learn with us?
Small Class Sizes: Our knitting and crochet classes are capped at 4 students, so every learner gets individual attention and help.
Professionally Designed Curriculum: Our curriculum has been designed for complete beginners by an instructional designer and knitter to give you all the knowledge and skills you need to be successful on your knitting journey.
Encouraging Community: We really care about your success, and we strive to create the best learning environment we can for our learners. This is a low-pressure, fun, encouraging place to learn. No need for perfection - just bring your willingness to learn.
Supplemental Learning: You will receive a handout at every class that has the pattern we covered in class, supplemental pattern recommendations for additional practice, and a link to video playlists that show the skills we covered that lesson - so you won’t get lost after you go home!
Age Requirement: Adults and kids aged 14+
Homework: Homework will be required every week to develop your skills. Please be aware that completing your homework is a crucial part of your learning in this class. If you don’t have the time to complete 1-2 hours of knitting per week outside of class, we recommend waiting to take this class until you have the time.
Required Materials:
You may purchase your own materials, or we can provide them for you in a kit for a $15 fee. If you’d like to purchase the kit from us, you may pay for the kit at the first class session.
The materials required for our coasters are:
US Size 8/5.00mm knitting needles (you can purchase this locally at Michaels - link here - or online at Amazon and other online retailers)
one skein of the Loops & Threads Cuddle Craft Tube Yarn (link here)
yarn/tapestry needle (can be found locally at Michaels -link here - or online at Amazon and other online retailers
stitch markers (can be found locally at Michaels -link here - or online at Amazon and other online retailers
You will need to purchase additional materials (needles and yarn) for our hats - we will discuss these materials in class before you purchase them.
Required Skills/Knowledge: NONE. This course is designed for complete beginners.
Instructor: Rachel Melnyk
Class Policies:
Make-up Classes: This class is designed for each class session to build upon the others. Missing any of the classes will greatly impact your ability to learn and complete the projects. If you know you will not be able to attend one or more of the class sessions, please reach out to us before registering. If you have to miss a class due to unforeseen circumstances, make-up classes are offered according to instructor availability during the day on weekdays for a fee of $35. Evening and weekend make-up classes are not available.
Refunds: Refund Policy: Full refunds of the class price are offered up until 3 weeks before the registration deadline. After that, refunds of 50% are offered up to 2 weeks before the registration deadline date. Refunds cannot be accommodated past 2 weeks prior to the registration deadline.
Gift Card Policies:
Upon purchase, you or your recipient will receive a code via email that can be redeemed for the selected amount.
This is an e-gift card - you will not receive a physical card.
Class registration is first come, first-served, and we cannot guarantee a spot in any particular class. Due to small class sizes, we recommend registering as soon as the notification goes out that classes have been posted to the website in order to get a spot in class.
We cannot guarantee any particular timing or schedule for the classes to run. However, we do intend to run this class in the next six months.
Gift Cards do not expire.
Gift Cards are returnable.
Gift card balances can be used to any class or product at FOSY, and do not have to be used for the class listed above.