Key Facts

  • Starting
    19 Sep 2024
    Location
    Tooting
    Start Time
    14:30
    End Time
    17:00
    Duration
    10 Weeks
    Study Mode
    Part Time Day
    Days
    Thursday
    Start Date
    19 Sep 2024
    Level
    Entry Level
    Code
    TABX127CP

    Fees

    19+ Fee
    £ 0 - 100

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Hand Knitting & Crochet for All

Hand Knitting & Crochet for All

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A design led course for those with reasonable knowledge of Hand Knitting and/or Crochet. You will able to discuss your design ideas with designer Ruth Herring, who will then guide you through pattern making techniques.

Ruth Herring is a professional knit and crochet designer, pattern writer, author and teacher. She currently works with leading, award winning British designers creating knit and crochet prototypes for their runway shows.

If you are on a low wage, unemployed or claim Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA) then you can enrol on the course for free.

  • Entry Requirements


    There are no entry requirements for this course.

  • Course Content


    At the end of the course you will be able to:

    Plan a design and discuss ideas with others Select yarns and use appropriate language for fibres and yarn weights •Identify techniques and use technical language Hand Knit or Crochet design swatches Measure a swatch to record tension Measure an existing garment or "toile" Draft a technical schematic diagram Draft a knitting or crochet pattern *Start creating your design!

  • Progression Next Steps


    Many students go on to make and sell pieces commercially.

  • Course Structure


    one session per week in Tooting

  • Assessment Details


    Tutor feedback. Homework. Learner Self-assessment.