Knitting For Beginners

Knowing how to knit is a healthy, sustainable and fun pastime. Plus you create a beautiful end product from a colorful beanie to a snuggly sweater!

All you need are a pair of needles, some yarn in your favorite colors and an easy to follow online course to start knitting. The last one is right in front of you :)

KEY COURSE BENEFITS:
• Internationally-recognized CPD accredited course
• Course access: 60 days – Study at your own pace
• Start learning straightaway from any laptop or mobile device in any country

What You'll Learn:

• Everything a beginner needs to know how to knit
• Get to grips with the tools you need, different types of knitting needles and the way you’ll use them
• How to knit different types of stitches and see the patterns they make
• Reading knitting patterns. This course contains dozens of patterns for knitting scarves, cushions, throws, sweaters, cardigans, and hats
• Getting creative and adding your personal touch with tassels, motifs and designs
• How to make pompoms for your knitted hats
• Knitting beautiful handcrafted items starting with a simple scarf and working up to gorgeous cardigans
• Fabulous tips to be a master knitter plus knowing how to correct any mistakes - know how to put things right when you drop a stitch

Wrap yourself in beautiful, warm clothes and blankets that you’ve knitted yourself. Fall in love with a mindful hobby that’s fun and easy to get into.

All you need are a pair of needles, some yarn in your favorite colors and an easy to follow online course to start knitting. The last one is right in front of you :)

Be amazed at how quickly you learn to knit and progress from creating a wonderful scarf through to knitting a stunning cable-knit cardigan by the end of the course.

You’ll see why so many celebrities like Julia Roberts, Ryan Gosling and Demi Lovato whip out their knitting needles when they’ve a spare moment. There are so many positives to be gained from knowing how to knit, such as:

• Being meditative and mindful. The repetitive and rhythmic movements when you knit are calming, relaxing and soothe away stress
• Getting in touch with your creative spirit. Make something meaningful for yourself or as thoughtful gifts for family and friends that you’ve created with your own two hands
• Being more sustainable and eco-minded. Knitting your own clothes is the complete opposite of the throwaway world of fast fashion. You can even reuse yarn from old sweaters or blankets you’ve made and knit something new
• You can knit anywhere. Pop your needles in your bag and start knitting while waiting for appointments, travelling or anywhere you fancy
• It’s economical and easy to start - just pick up your needles, cast on, follow the knitting pattern, and cast off

Start knitting straight away and see your creations take shape. Learn to knit using the many super easy-to-follow patterns in this course.

How is the Knitting course assessed?

There is a short multiple-choice exam at the end of each module for you to take and you’ll know your score immediately.

By studying online with IOA, you do not pay an extra fee for sitting an exam or have to wait for a set date to sit an exam.

Knitting For Beginners Course Syllabus

Module 1: Introduction

• 1.1 A little bit about knitting
• 1.2 What you’ll need
• 1.3 Essentials
• 1.4 Blocking and pressing

Module 2: Getting Started

• 2.1 Slip knot
• 2.2 Casting on
• 2.3 Garter and stocking stitches
• 2.4 Fastening off your work
• 2.5 Picking up dropped stitches

Module 3: Easy Scarf Knitting Projects For Beginners

• 3.1 Simply snug
• 3.2 Stripey scarf
• 3.3 Fabulous fringes
• 3.4 Blue jeans scarf
• 3.5 Chunky scarf

Module 4: Pretty Patchwork Knitting Projects

• 4.1 Comfy cushion
• 4.2 Cosy cover
• 4.3 Tasseled Throw

Module 5: Simple Sweaters And Classic Cardigans

• 5.1 Plain sailing
• 5.2 Exciting edgings
• 5.3 Adding magical motifs
• 5.4 Anchors away
• 5.5 Sewing on a pocket
• 5.6 Summer special
• 5.7 Winter warmer

Module 6: How To Make Fun Knitted Hats

• 6.1 Basic polar hat
• 6.2 Chunky hat
• 6.3 Basic beanie
• 6.4 Little sailing hat
• 6.5 Strawberry fair
• 6.6 Cherry ripe
• 6.7 Stunning squares
• 6.8 Sailor’s stripes
• 6.9 Peruvian hat
• 6.10 Making pompoms

Module 7: Cosy Cable Knit Sweaters

• 7.1 Cable and lace
• 7.2 Country cable
• 7.3 Classic cable stitch and variations

• Everyone. Imagine the joy of creating something incredible with your own two hands
• Anyone seeking a healthy pastime which is productive - knit your own clothes - and creative - make knitted art to hang on the walls
• People who want a more self-sufficient life can knit clothes, blankets, cushions and more using their own choice of yarn, including vegan-friendly yarns
• Anyone who wants a sustainable alternative to fast fashion
• Everyone who wants to find a way to slow down in this fast-moving world. There’s something restful and soothing about the rhythm of knitting and the click-clack of the needles
• Anyone who loves making handmade gifts can create beautiful items in super materials from luxurious cashmere to plant-based yarns
• Anyone who wants to keep their mind active and/or avoid dementia should knit. You need to be able to follow the knitting pattern, and count stitches and rows which is super exercise for the brain
• Anyone who has or works with people with mental issues, depression or stress will find knitting soothing
• Older people will find that knitting keeps their brain active and is fab for their hand-eye coordination
• People looking for a social activity can join a knitting circle
• Multi-taskers. Once you’ve learnt how to knit, you can knit while chatting, listening to podcasts, or watching a movie

This Knitting course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements.