Have you learned the knit and purl stitches and are ready to take your projects to the next level? Join me in this quick class to learn how to add visual interest to your knitting projects by combining the simplest stitches: knits and purls.

Our class project will be knitting a piece of kitchen decor - a washcloth or a tea towel. They're quick to make and easy to design, making them an excellent canvas for your creativity to shine! They're super practical - you can whip up a few pieces to decorate your kitchen or gift sets of dishcloths as a hostess or housewarming gift.

You can take the concepts in this class and use them in your next knitting projects - sweaters, socks, scarves, headbands, blankets - any project can benefit from an added texture twist!

In this less-than-an-hour class, you'll learn:

Combining knit and purl stitches to create more complex-looking textures.
How to combine different textures to create visually appealing knit pieces.
A simple process of modifying existing stitch patterns to create new visual effects.
How to plan your project and calculate the dimensions, including cast-on stitches!
How to cast on using Long Tail Cast On method.
How to create neat edges using an I-cord technique.
How to create a hanging loop for your kitchen towel!

This class is for you if:

You're a knitting beginner who already knows: how to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off, and you're looking to add some visual interest and flair to your knitting projects.
You're a seasoned knitter who wants to increase confidence in planning your own projects and develop your style, apart from following set knitting patterns.
You're a knitter and craft lover wanting to create beautiful kitchen decor for your home or as a gift for close ones! Or simple projects to enjoy along with binge-watching your favorite series guilt-free :)

Tools and supplies needed for the project:

Cotton yarn - worsted weight (category 4 - medium): 20g for a washcloth, 100g+ for a tea towel.
Knitting needles: 5mm (US 8) - straight or circular.
Notions: tapestry needle, scissors, tape measure.

Class Resources:

I prepared a PDF Class Guide for you with the following:

Tools and supplies list, with specific options linked.
Links to other resources: knitting patterns and a guide to reading knitting patterns.
A few stitch pattern proposals.
A couple of options for neat edges explained
Cheat sheet with the popular washcloth and tea towel dimensions.
Step-by-step calculation overview sheet that you can print out or fill out on a computer in the Adobe Reader program.
A tea towel knitting pattern - Parsley Tea Towel.

If you're an absolute beginner, I recommend you first take one of my classes geared at total knitting beginners: the Headband Class or the Scrunchie Class.

To complement the class and uplevel your knitting skills, visit Whileberry Blog, where you'll find tutorials, knitting patterns, and tips.

Anouk Ketelaars

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