Introduction to Machine Knitting Workshop
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Machine knitting makes it easier to finish knitted projects quicker! This workshop is perfect for those who want to understand the basics of how to set up a domestic Brother knitting machine and create knitted swatches.
In this 2-hour workshop you will learn:
- How to set up a Brother knitting machine
- Understanding which yarns you can use on your knitting machine
- How to cast on, set the right tension, apply weights, and plain knit in rows on the machine
- How to use a punchcard to create knitted patterns
- How to cast off the machine
The knitting machine, yarn and tools will be provided. The lesson will take place in a home studio setting by a qualified knitwear professional, on a Brother knitting machine.
Age restrictions: 16+
| Adult | £40 |
| Child | £40 |
How to get there
This experience will take place at your home.
Host instructions:
20 Rockmead Avenue, Birmingham, B44 9DR
Facilities
- Parking
- Refreshments available
- Toilets
- WiFi
On the day
- There is space for parking, or an option to be collected from the nearest train stations, Sutton Coldfield or Chester Road
Changes happen, don't worry
You'll be hosted by
Katie Thomas Knit
Katie has been a machine knitter for over 10 years. Her passion was ignited when studying at Central Saint Martins where she studied Textile Design BA with a specialism in Knitted Textiles. She worked in a knitwear production factory in North London producing knitwear for high-end luxury designers. She’s since moved away from the fashion industry, and now offers machine knitting lessons showing people how to create their own knitwear on domestic knitting machines.
Katie Thomas (She/Her)
Hi there. I'm Katie and I have been a machine knitter for over 10 years now. My passion was ignited when I was studying at Central Saint Martins, University of the Arts London in 2011, where I studied Textile Design BA with a specialism in Knitted Textiles. Following University I worked in a knitwear production factory in North London where we produced knitwear for high end luxury designers. I have since moved away from the fashion industry, and now offer machine knitting lessons showing the basics to using a knitting machine, on Brother domestic knitting machines. I can offer either 1 on 1 teaching, or sessions with 2 people at a time.
Any questions?
Ask your question directly to Katie Thomas Knit.