Knitting 101: Fingerless Gloves for Beginners, January 2026

Description

Learn to knit from the very first stitch – and finish your first wearable project in just three relaxed sessions.

Overview:
Always wanted to learn to knit but didn’t know where to start?

This cosy three-session live online course will take you from total beginner to proud glove-maker.

You’ll learn all the essentials – from tying your first slip knot to casting on, mastering the knit stitch, casting off and seaming your very first pair of fingerless gloves.

We’ll use soft, chunky Rowan Big Wool so you can see your stitches clearly and enjoy instant progress.

Perfect for absolute beginners or anyone looking for a simple refresher.

What you’ll learn:

• How to choose your yarn and needles

• The slip knot, cast on, knit stitch, cast off and simple seaming

• How to read a basic pattern

• Finishing and blocking tips

By the end of the course, you’ll:
✅ Understand the basics of knitting
✅ Have completed a pair of fingerless gloves
✅ Know exactly what to try next

Course format:

• Three live 1.5-hour sessions via Zoom

• Small group for personal feedback and support

• Replays available after each session

• Materials list provided (Rowan Big Wool + 10 mm needles recommended)

Price: €35 (introductory test-run price)

Dates:

January (3 sessions of 1.5 hours) 9th, 16th and 23rd – 7pm UK time, Friday group

Perfect for: Complete beginners, creative crafters, and anyone who wants to make something beautiful by hand.