Beginners Knitting

About this event

Perfect for chilling in the evenings, learn how to knit and Start your very own knitted blanket project. Tutor Bonita will teach you how to knit the knit and purl stitches and use them to create different effects. In this relaxed workshop you will also learn how to cast on, cast off and join your knitted squares. At the end of the three weeks, you will leave with the skills and Confidence to make your very own big cosy blanket. In this 3-week Short course you will be taught the skills you need to start your own blanket and make it to any size that you wish. Yarn, knitting needles and worksheets Will be provided and are yours to keep at the end of the workshop. About the Tutor: Tutor Bonita Keay is a Designer Maker with over 15 years of Experience teaching a wide range of crafts and loves to share her creative knowledge with others. She teaches a variety of textile arts as well as crochet, macramé, weaving, embroidery and more. When she’s not teaching Bonita Makes silver and crystal jewellery and has been selling her work for over 20 years both online and at craft events including our very own Craft & Art Fairs here at Attenborough Arts Centre. Further information: All materials are

Event details

Date

Tuesday, 2 February 2027

Start time

18:00

Venue

Attenborough Arts Centre

University of Leicester, Lancaster Road, Leicester, LE1 7HA

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