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Machine Knitting for Beginners

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    Do you own a knitting machine but don’t use it well, or at all? Or perhaps you're thinking of buying a knitting machine but not sure if it’s right for you? Come and join this course and learn how to knit simple garments and maximise the functions of a knitting machine. Bring your own machine in good working order, or use one of the Brother machines in the classroom, and learn the basics of machine knitting.

    • Tue 02 May
      Five classes on Tuesdays 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM At Selwyn College, Auckland. Phillipa Gee
      • $139.00 incl. GST
      Session information
      Sessions
      Session 1
      Tue 02 May 19:00 - Tue 02 May 21:00
      At Selwyn College, Auckland.
      Session 2
      Tue 09 May 19:00 - Tue 09 May 21:00
      At Selwyn College, Auckland.
      Session 3
      Tue 16 May 19:00 - Tue 16 May 21:00
      At Selwyn College, Auckland.
      Session 4
      Tue 23 May 19:00 - Tue 23 May 21:00
      At Selwyn College, Auckland.
      Session 5
      Tue 30 May 19:00 - Tue 30 May 21:00
      At Selwyn College, Auckland.
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    Description

    This is a beginners course in machine knitting.  We will cover:

    • How they work and what to look for when buying one
    • How to dismantle, restore and maintain a knitting machine
    • The basic knitting techniques: cast on/off, increase/decrease
    • Knitting simple garments
    • Using a punchcard for decorative effect
    • Using a knit leader to help design a garment

    Equipment and some yarn will be supplied by the tutor. It is recommended that students bring their own machine (Brother preferred) so they get used to using it.

    Expected learning outcomes

    • Know how a knitting machine works
    • Be able to set up a machine correctly
    • Know the techniques required to make a garment
    • Be familiar with the tools and equipment associated with machine knitting

    Who should attend?

    Anyone who would like to learn machine knitting, and people that have a little experience and would like to learn more techniques.

    What to bring

    Your knitting machine in good working order. Phillipa recommends the Brother 830/836/881 or similar to begin with, as these are the machines she is familiar with.  A ribber is optional but good to have.  Bring some 4-ply yarn to the class if you have some on hand (acrylic is fine). Bring a pen and paper for note-taking. Phillipa will have extra machines available in the classroom for you to use if you don't have your own.

    About your tutor, Phillipa Gee

    I am working as a jewellery designer and like to have projects I can do in the evenings/weekends.  I returned to hand knitting a couple of years ago, and, as I wanted to produce garments quickly, investigated machine knitting. 

    I found someone to help me initially; and realised there were a lot of skills involved; the machine needs to be well set up and maintained, and a lot of knowledge is required to create a garment.

    I proceeded to teach myself from YouTube videos, also learning  how to dismantle my machine and do maintenance.  I bought a bulk lot of machines last year before lockdown in August and  spent the time restoring them.

    I am a member of two machine knitting clubs in Auckland and we often get requests from people wanting to learn, so I decided to offer a course.

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