& design your own simple headband
learn knitting basics
ABSOLUTE BEGINNER CLASS
in this class…
you’ll learn the knitting basics and knit your own headband
Join over 400 students in this class recognized by the Skillshare Team as the “Staff Pick” to learn the absolute knitting basics! In this less than an hour class, you’ll join me to learn everything you need to knit your first headband: from choosing the tools & yarn through absolute basic knitting techniques to knitting your very first hand knit accessory - a simple, practical, wearable and in-style headband with a twist!
Whether you’re an absolute beginner or have a few knitting attempts under your belt, this class is a great place to start! You’ll walk off with a complete, practical item that you can wear and use or gift to a close person.
Knitting is a relaxing, rewarding craft, and this class is a foundation for the next, more complex projects, whether you’re looking to live more sustainably or create items in your style and favorite colors you can’t find in stores!
see the class intro
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what you’ll learn
What tools you need actually to start knitting
How to choose the right yarn for your project
How to cast on, knit, purl, and cast off in flat knitting
How to distinguish the stitches and fix common mistakes
What is and how to measure gauge
The simple math behind designing your own headband
How to finish off your knitting project
