{"product_id":"knitting-202-how-to-read-your-stitches","title":"Knitting 202: How to Read Your Stitches","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Schedule: Thursday, August 20 from 6:00 - 8:00 pm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor: Jenna Klein\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eThis class is \u003cu\u003eone session\u003c\/u\u003e long. Please ensure you are available for session before booking your spot. See cancellation policy below. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnitting 202: How to Read Your Stitches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Was that last stitch a knit or a purl? Did I already work that increase? What row am I on?\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've ever found yourself asking these questions, this class is for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearning to read your knitting is one of the most valuable skills a knitter can develop. Instead of guessing where you are in a pattern, you'll learn how to use the fabric itself to find your place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this class, you'll learn how to identify knit stitches, purl stitches, yarn overs, decreases, increases, and twisted stitches. We'll explore the structure and orientation of stitches and practice counting rows and stitches, whether they're on your needles or already worked into the fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the end of class, you'll be better equipped to understand what your knitting is telling you, making it easier to follow patterns, catch mistakes, and knit with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of Jenna's Knitting 200 series, helping knitters move from following instructions to understanding what they're doing and why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cu\u003ePre-requisites:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCasting On\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnit stitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurl Stitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is NOT an absolute beginner class. Please be aware that class time will not be spent on reteaching the aforementioned prerequisites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eSupplies Needed:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn: 10-20 grams of light colored, worsted weight yarn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeedles: US 7 (4.5mm) or US 5 (5mm) knitting needles (can be straight or circular in any length)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwatch begun outside of class using the yarn and needles listed in supplies needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice='1 1 [\"taskList\",{},\"taskItem\",{\"checked\":false}]'\u003eSupplies purchased at Yarncom for this class will receive a 10% discount. *some exclusions apply\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHomework:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGather your supplies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStart a swatch as follows:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCast on 40 stitches using your preferred cast on method\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRow 1: Slip the first stitch, knit to the end of the row.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRepeat row 1, five times (for a total of 6 rows)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLeave these stitches on the needles and bring to class.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eMinimum Number of Students: 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf class minimum is not met by 48 hours before class start, class will be cancelled. Registrants will be contacted via phone and\/or email, and refunded the full class fee to their original form of payment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"\u003eClass Policies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003clabel\u003eThe schedule presented is the available time for the instructor. If you are unable to attend a class session, a 1:1 lesson can be scheduled at an additional cost.\u003c\/label\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003clabel\u003eYarncom must be notified a minimum of 48 hours before the first session begins if you will not be attending. Refunds will not be available for cancellations within 48 hours of the first session.\u003c\/label\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003clabel\u003eCredit card refunds for cancellations are available with a $15 administration fee.\u003c\/label\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003clabel\u003eStore credit refunds for cancellations are available at no additional fee. The credit will be added to your customer profile.\u003c\/label\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003clabel\u003eYou may reschedule your class up to 48 hours before the first session if the class is offered at another time.\u003c\/label\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003clabel\u003eExceptions at management discretion.\u003c\/label\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YarnCom","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":43530026516593,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0548\/6569\/0737\/files\/1783443569556_udujtafj.png?v=1783443596","url":"https:\/\/www.yarncomstl.com\/products\/knitting-202-how-to-read-your-stitches","provider":"YarnCom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}