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Students will learn about the fundamental concepts of knitting, including types of stitches, materials used, and the knitting process.

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By the end of the lesson, students will be able to demonstrate basic knitting stitches and techniques.

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Ensure each student has a pair of knitting needles and yarn. Different colors can make the learning experience more fun and engaging.

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Provide links to free online tutorials for students to practice at home.

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Knit Stitches and Purl Stitches
All knitted fabric is made up of two stitches -- the knit stitch and the purl stitch. There are many variations and alterations of these stitches, but all stitches in knitting are, at their core, the knit stitch or the purl stitch.

The first stitch that all knitters learn is the knit stitch; the purl stitch comes later, but it's really just the same as the knit stitch on the opposite side of the needle.

How the Stitches Fit Together
In knitting, you will keep an entire row of stitches "live" on your needles at all times. This just means that, instead of completing one entire stitch before moving on to the next one, you are completing the "live" row of stitches as you are starting the next row.

Anatomy of Stitches
All stitches have two sides -- the V side and the purl bump side. (See the diagram below).

When you make a knit stitch, the V side is facing you and the purl bump is on the opposite side. When you make a purl stitch, the purl bump side is facing you, and the V is on the opposite side. If this sounds a bit confusing, don't worry. It will start to make more sense once you start knitting.

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free online knitting class (knitting class part 1)

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Free Online Knitting Class (Knitting Class: Part 1)

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Knitting has somewhat of a reputation about it. Grandmas, complicated charts, and quiet clacking of needles come time mind. But knitting has quite the history that comes along with it and has been around since about 1000 CE! And it's not just a hobby to take up in retirement.

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Start the lesson with a brief history of knitting and its significance in textile technologies.

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Teacher demonstrates basic knitting techniques using a projector or a smart board. Consider using Padlet to share video resources.

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Students practice the demonstrated knitting stitches. Pairing up can foster collaboration.

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Guide the students through starting their own small knitting project, such as a coaster or bookmark.

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Encourage students to use Padlet to share the progress of their projects with classmates.

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Discuss and address common issues encountered during knitting, with solutions.

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Students are assessed based on their ability to perform basic knitting stitches and complete a small project.

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A brief session where students reflect on what they have learned. Encourage sharing experiences and what they found challenging.

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Students are encouraged to continue working on their small knitting project at home. Progress will be reviewed in the next class.

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Students should explore more knitting patterns and techniques online to broaden their skills.

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See our collection of free knitting patterns and get inspired for your next project! Each pattern is available as a free digital download and all the necessary components are available for purchase at the click of a button!