Knitting 101: Class 4 – Winter Hat (Part 2)
Knitting 101: Class 4 – Winter Hat (Part 2 of 2)
Beginner Knitting Track
*** This class is ONLY for people enrolled in Part 1***
Instructor: Elizabeth Hawthorne
In Part 2, you’ll continue your hat and learn how to decrease stitches while shaping the crown. This session introduces double pointed needles (DPNs) — a key skill for knitters wanting to make hats, mittens, socks, and more.
You’ll learn:
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How to decrease stitches for shaping
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Transitioning from circular needles to DPNs
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Finishing techniques for hats
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Weaving in ends and adding optional embellishments (like a pom pom!)
Materials Provided:
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Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick yarn
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US Size 13 double pointed needles
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Tapestry needle
By the end of this two-part class, you’ll walk away with a handmade winter hat and a strong foundation in circular and double pointed knitting techniques.
