Online - Learn to Knit Socks

This class is instructor-led via Zoom!

Course Overview
Always wanted to make a pair of socks? Maybe you tried once and it didn’t go well? Maybe it looks too complicated? This is your chance to get past that fear and learn how to make socks! Socks are a fun, portable, functional item beloved by many knitters. 

In this class you can make choices from the following menu as we go along:

• Cuff Down or Toe Up construction
• Contrasting Heel and Toe
• Shadow Wrap heel or Basic Gusset Heel
• Long Tail or Tubular Cast On
• For Toe Up, Judy’s Magic Cast on and Tubular Bind Off

We will make one adult-size sock and some practice samples of the techniques before you launch into the sock itself.

Skills Required
Knit, purl and knitting in the round, preferably the magic loop method

Materials/Supplies included in the class fee

• 1 skein of Manos del Uruguay Alegria - enough to make the pair of socks, recommend a light, solid color (a $32 value)
• “How to Knit Socks that Fit” by Donna Druchunas (a $8.95 value)

Materials/Supplies NOT included in the fee that you’ll need to bring
You will receive a 20% discount for your class supplies.

• Mini skein of contrast color (if you choose contrast heel and toe)
• 40” circular needle U.S. Size approx. 1 or 2
• Stitch markers – round
• Stitch markers – bulb style
• Darning needle

There needs to be a minimum of 3 people to run this class.

Cancellation Policy
Full payment is needed to reserve your space. For a full refund on the class, cancellations must be made 5 days before the class. All refunds are given as store credit only. If we cancel the class for any reason or we are able to fill your slot, you will receive a full refund.

Skill Level:	Intermediate
Skill Details:
Materials Included:	Class fee includes yarn, instruction, needles, patterns, and book!
Instructor:	Meta Nisbet
Instructor Bio:	Meta Nisbet -- Craft Yarn Council Certified Knitting Instructor Meta says that among the many things about knitting that keep her motivated through decades of her craft, paramount is always having something new to learn. New techniques, innovative stitch patterns, and unimagined color combinations; these are the kinds of things that keep her fingers moving and her brain engaged. Meta owned and operated an LYS in Massachusetts USA where she helped customers explore the world of yarn and expanded her teaching skills. During the pandemic Meta started teaching knitting online and continues now. From the novice’s first stitch to the experienced knitter’s improved cast on edge, Meta thrills to her students’ triumphs as much as they do. She thanks you for welcoming her into your living room via Zoom. Knitting together is a joy.