Beginners Knitting

Established in June 2000 on Broadway Market, East London by textile designer maker, Barley Massey,Fabricationshas grown into a buzzing hub of creativity focusing on social textiles, upcycling and eco design through our shop, studio and classes. 25 years on our aim is still to inspire a joy of making whilst encouraging thoughtful and resourceful ways of living in a welcoming and creative environment.In ourbricks & mortaroronlineshop, discover one off upcycled creations to wear, give as gifts or dress your home with! Items are created by Barley all year round, changing with the seasons, and due to the  recycled nature and the spontaneous way she works with 'waste' materials and pre loved clothing, each piece is unique and unrepeatable.Fabrications is also a great source of crafting supplies to fuel your next project, whether it’s knitting, crochet, weaving, macramé, embroidery, sewing, dressmaking or another creative endeavor. We are dedicated to offering good quality supplies at a fair price from local, sustainable & ethical sources. Fabrications is also an authorised local dealer of domesticBrothersewing machines, overlockers and accessories.In the studio, we offer a commissioning service, including Barley's sensitive'Remember Me'service, which enables you to bring along old garments and textiles holding sentimental value to be transformed into comforting home furnishings, new garments or gifts for loved ones.The Studio or "Imaginerium" is also open as a creative classroom, offering a regular programme ofclasses, events and our popular fortnightly Community "Craft Club". We are looking forward to meeting and getting creative with you!

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Get started and learn the basics of knitting and start your woolly adventure with us!

Our Beginners Knitting classes have been specifically developed to meet the needs of those wishing to take the first step into the world of knitting. These classes will not only introduce you to the fundamentals of knitting but also to practical advice on yarns, needles and pattern reading. The classes are taught by Lola Johnson of <a href="https://www.thirdvaultyarns.com/about_thirdvaultyarns.html" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Third Vault Yarns</a>, who will watch over your learning with care, offer feedback/observations and answer your questions as they arise! There will also be some homework in between classes to keep up your practise and to help you gain more understanding and confidence with the techniques shown during class.You can book each class individually or book all 3 evenings and get a discount! Part 1: Thursday 18th November, 6:30 - 9pm- Understand the relationship between wool and needle sizes- Make a Slip knot, use ‘thumb’ and ‘knitting on’ methods of casting on.- Complete a plain stitch.- Introduce a new ball of wool or new colour.- Cast off and sew in loose ends.Part 2: Thursday 2nd December, 6:30 - 9pm- Refresh on skills from Part 1- Complete a purl stitch.- Understand how to combine plain &amp; purl stitch to create new stitches, eg: stocking stitch, ribbing and moss stitch.- Create shaping through increasing and decreasing stitches.Part 3: Thursday 16th December, 6:30 - 9pm- Refresh on skills from Part 1 &amp; 2- Decode the language / abbreviations used in knitting patterns and apply to your knitting- Follow a simple pattern from start to finish. - Understanding the importance of tension squares, sizing and proportions to get the right fit.- Get advice on a project you would like to start.A starter kit and top up yarn are includedClass Size: 8 studentsPlease Note: The workshop will take place in the Fabrications studio (which is downstairs from the shop via 12 steps)We are maintaining our Covid - 19 <a href="https://fabrications1.co.uk/covid-19/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> Safety Measures </a>To find out more about Fabrications and our classes, please visit our <a href="http://fabrications1.co.uk/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Website</a>Booking <a href="http://fabrications1.co.uk/booking-terms/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>

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