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.
Saturday, July 11, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Monday, July 13, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm
Saturday, August 15, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuesday, August 18, 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.
Saturday, July 18, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Monday, July 20, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm
Saturday, August 22, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuesday, August 25, 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.
Saturday, July 25, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Monday, July 27, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm
Saturday, August 29, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuesday, September 1, 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.
Wednesday, July 1, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm
Purl Workshop: Elisa Nest Tote
Learn basic lace with this adorable pattern for Elisa Nest Tote! This little farmer's market bag is a quick summer project and you can make it with a variety of yarn sizes. You'll learn plenty of new techniques with the Nest Tote pattern, including decreasing, increasing, i-cord and using double pointed needles. Prerequisites are casting on, knitting, and purling. Materials are not included, so call or stop by the shop for a complete list. Please note that this class is only available as a series and there will be light homework between classes.
$85
Wednesday, July 22 and 29, 7:15 - 9:15 pm
Purl Workshop: Joelle's Giant Granny Square Blanket
Learn basic crochet with this gorgeous and colorful pattern for Joelle's Giant Granny Square Blanket! This has been a popular pattern at Purl and we are excited to teach it. This is a perfect project for beginner crocheters and requires no seaming. You'll learn a variety of new techniques with the Granny Square Blanket, including slip knots, chaining, single crochet, double crochet, triple crochet, and slip stitches. There are no prerequisites for this class as it is for beginners. Materials are not included, so call or stop by the shop for a complete list. Please note that while you will learn all of the skills to complete the blanket, you will not finish the blanket during class.
$85
Tuesday, July 21 and 28, 7:15 - 9:15 pm
Busy Bee: Upcoming PurlBee Workshops
Whit's Knits: Baby Bloomers - Mondays, August 17, 24, and 31, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm
Whit's Knits: Crocheted Stash Bag - Thursdays, August 20, 27 and September 3, 7:15 pm - 9:15 pm
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 a refund, 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.