Beginner Knitting: Making Chausson Slippers

Dates: February 19, 26, March 5, 12, 29, and 26 
Time: 5:30-7:00 p.m.  
Class designed for: Ages 18 and up
Instructor: Ashley Morgan 
Location: Storm Shelter at the Jackson Avenue Center

Learn and practice the basics of knitting while making a pair of cozy slipper socks.

Skills Introduced:
Casting On
Knit Stitch
Purl Stitch
K2 Tog Decrease
Knit1 Purl1 Ribbing
Binding off
Seaming
Pattern Reading

We will also discuss fiber characteristics and care, where to find patterns and resources, and project planning and troubleshooting.

Please note: Some hand strength and dexterity are required.  

Provided Supplies: Pattern, Caron "Macchiato Cakes" yarn (see photo), knitting needles, and tapestry needle provided or bring your own! Detailed supply list will be provided at sign-up.

If you’d like to customize your slippers with a specific color scheme, feel free to bring your own supplies.

Recommended Supplies (optional):

• US 10/6 mm 10-inch straight knitting needles OR
• US 10/6 mm Circular needle between 16 and 36 inches
• About 400 yards of a bulky weight yarn (No. 5)
• Yarn/tapestry needle

Suggestions:  You may also wish to bring the following:

• Project bag
• Tape measure
• Pencil or pen

About Ashley

Ashley has almost 20 years of experience knitting and helping others learn!  

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Online registration for this class will close at 4 pm on February 17th!

UM Employees may elect to utilize payroll deduction for carts totaling $60 or over. Use promo code PayrollDeduct at checkout. 

The Jackson Avenue Center is located at 1111 Jackson Ave. Participants may enter through the East entrance.