Hand Knitting for All

Key Facts

Starting
26 Sep 2025

Location
Tooting
Start Time
13:00
End Time
15:30
Duration
9 Weeks
Study Mode
Part Time Day
Days
Friday
Start Date
26 Sep 2025
Level
Entry Level
Code
TABX271TL
Fees

19+ Fee
£ 112.50
Enrol
Starting
16 Jan 2026

Location
Tooting
Start Time
13:00
End Time
15:30
Duration
9 Weeks
Study Mode
Part Time Day
Days
Friday
Start Date
16 Jan 2026
Level
Short Course
Code
TABX302TL
Fees

19+ Fee
£ 112.50
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Starting
17 Apr 2026

Location
Tooting
Start Time
13:00
End Time
15:30
Duration
9 Weeks
Study Mode
Part Time Day
Days
Friday
Start Date
17 Apr 2026
Level
Entry Level
Code
TABX303TL
Fees

19+ Fee
£ 112.50
Enrol

A design led course for All Levels of Hand Knitting experience. You will be guided through Knitting stitches and professional techniques by designer Ruth Herring.

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.

Course Content

At the end of the course you will be able to:
Hand Knit in rows using at least two basic stitches Knit in rows using knit and purl stitches Knit cable patterns in rows Increase and decrease stitches for shaping Join seams and use different finishing techniques Identify techniques and use technical language Design and plan your own simple project Have the opportunity to share skills and ideas.
Progression Next Steps

Other fashion or knitwear courses at South Thames College.
Course Structure

The course is aimed at those already able to knit and/or crochet. However, beginners with proven knowledge of other textile crafts may also be suitable for the course.
Assessment Details

Assessment is on-going with teacher feedback, individual learning plans, self and peer assessment,