137 Sullivan Street, NYC 10012

Please call us to register: (212) 420-8796

Knitting for Beginners

Please bring at least one skein of worsted weight yarn and one pair of US #9 needles. You can take all three classes, or just one or two depending on your needs. If you take more than one, you must sign up for all classes at the time of purchase.
One class: $45
Two classes: $85
All three: $125

Class 1: First Steps

In this class you will learn how to cast on and the knit stitch.

Tuesday, November 3, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm

Thursday, November 5, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm

Monday, November 30, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm

Thursday, December 3, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm

Class 2: Purl and More

In this class you will learn how to purl and how to combine knit and purl stitches to create basic stitch patterns, such as stockinette, seed, and rib.

Tuesday, November 10, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm

Thursday, November 12, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm

Monday, December 7, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm

Thursday, December 10, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm 

Class 3: The End!

In this class you will learn how to bind off, how to weave in ends, and other tips for completing your project neatly.

Tuesday, November 17, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm

Thursday, November 19, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm

Monday, December 14, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm

Thursday, December 17, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm 

Pattern Help

This is the class to take when you're stuck on your pattern and need an experienced hand to help you out! Purl's knowledgeable staff is here to explain unfamiliar techniques and abbreviations, fix mistakes, and give great knitting and crochet advice.

Monday, November 9, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm

Finishing Workshop

Don't let your fear of finishing prevent you from completing all of your holiday gifts! The class will cover a variety of finishing techniques, including both mattress and kitchener stitch as well as how to use them on all types of knit patterns. Please bring the following to class: two samples in stockinette stitch with live stitches (stitches still on the needle), and four completed samples, two in garter and two in stockinette stitch. All samples should not be smaller than a 4" square. Students are also encouraged to bring their own projects in need of finishing to work on if time permits.

Wednesday, December 16, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm

Purl Workshop: Mary Lou's Holiday Stocking

Get a head start on your holiday knitting with this cute and colorful Christmas stocking. This is a great class for beginners and advanced knitters who are ready to experiment with color and shaping. The workshop will teach you how to rib, knit stripes, use double pointed needles, pick up stitches, decrease, i-cord, seam, and various sock techniques such as turning the heel and working the gusset. Prerequisites are casting on, knitting and purling. Students will also receive a copy of the stocking pattern, designed specially for Purl by Mary Lou. Materials are not included, so call or stop by the shop for a complete list. Please note this class is only available as a series and there will be homework between classes.

$150

Saturday, November 7, 14, 21 and December 5 (skipping Thanksgiving weekend), 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

 

 

Purl Workshop: Joelle's Giant Granny Square Blanket

Back by popular demand! Learn basic crochet with this gorgeous and colorful pattern for Joelle's Giant Granny Square Blanket. This is an great project for beginner crochets and it requires no seaming. You'll learn a variety of new techniques with the blanket, including slip knots, chaining, single crochet, double crochet, triple crochet, and slip stitches. There are no prerequisites for the class as it is for beginners. Materials are not included, so call or stop by the shop for a complete materials list. Please note that while you will learn all the skills to complete the blanket, you will not finish the blanket during class.

$85

Session 1: Wednesday, November 11 and 18, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm

Session 2: Wednesday, December 2 and 9, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm

Whit's Knits Workshop: Pom Pom Peds

Are you a new knitter looking to expand your skills, or an experienced knitter who's always wanted to try your hand at socks? Whit's Knits: Pom Pom Peds is the perfect pattern for beginner sock knitters! The class will guide you through sock-making with this adorable pattern as well as teach you a variety of new techniques, like double-pointed needles, decreasing, picking up stitches, kitchener stitch and of course, pom poms. Once you learn the basics, these little socks are a quick knit, a light portable project for holiday travel, and a great gift. Knitters will complete one sock during the three week span of the workshop, and you'll have knitting homework between classes. Prerequisites are casting on, knitting and purling. Materials are not included, so call or stop by the shop for a complete list. Please note this class is also only available as a series and that you will need to do a gauge swatch before the first class.

$125

Tuesday, December 1, 8 and 15, 7:15 - 9:15 pm

Mary Lou's Hat Workshop

Looking to expand your knitting skills beyond scarves? Hats are an ideal next step and a quick and satisfying knit! Mary Lou will guide you through your first hat, teaching you how to knit a basic pattern on both circular needles and double points. The class will also cover decreasing, finishing techniques, and optional embellishments such as i-cord(s) and tassels. In order to complete your hat in class, you'll have a bit of knitting homework between sessions. Prerequisites are casting on, knitting and purling. Materials are not included, so call or stop by the shop for a complete list. Please note this class is also only available as a series.

$85

Saturday, December 12 and 19, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Busy Bee: Upcoming Purl Bee Workshops

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Cancellations, Refunds & Missed Classes

Because our shop is small, our classes are very limited in size. Cancellations must be made 48 hours before the start of the class in order to receive store credit, and no make up classes will be offered. Students who must miss class are encouraged to come into the shop during regular store hours for help.