Machine Knitting for Beginners
Start date: 23rd August 2010
Overview
This four day course offers an introduction into a wide range of basic techniques for the machine knitting novice. You will learn the technical skills that will allow you to confidently develop your ideas, resulting in the creation of a unique range of fabric samples.
Course Tutor
Gabrielle Durnford
Venue
Constructed Textiles Workshop, Sion Hill campus, Bath
Date
Monday 23 to Thursday 26 August 2010
Course Time
9:30am to 4.30pm
Course Fee
£160 (max 8 persons)
You will be provided with all basic materials.
Please bring a notebook and pen, and your own lunch. Facilities for beverages will be available throughout the day.
Course Content
- Introduction to machines and yarns
- Discuss personal ideas and aims
- Cast on, plain knitting, cast off, colour/ changing yarns
- Punch cards: creating different structures - tuck, slip, lace, Fairisle, weaving
- Creating different patterns and colourways
- Designing own punch card
- Shaping: increase and decrease, transferring stitches, cables
- Fabric manipulation: felting, cutting, distressing and embellishing
- Understanding and application of basic machine knitting techniques.
Booking
To book, telephone 01225 875533. Payment is due upon booking either by telephone credit card payments between 9.00am to 12.30pm Mondays to Fridays or by cheque.
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