Jewellery making and knitting

Course aim

Students will use the 5 cable knitting samples from previous term to knit a full size cardigan Students will use the 5 crochet samples from previous term to make a full outfit

Do I need any particular skills or experience?

• This course is for beginners
• This course is for improvers

By the end of the course I should be able to:

• students will learn how to cast on for knitting and crochet
• Students will be able to learn 2 different ribbon borders
• Students will be able to learn how to decrease and increase arm hole and neckline for knitting and crochet
• Students will complete their portfolio

How will I be taught?

• The WEA tutor will use a range of different teaching and learning methods and encourage you and the group to be actively involved in your learning
• You may be asked to undertake additional work in your own time to support your learning

What kind of feedback can I expect?

• A range of informal activities will be used by the tutor to see what you are learning which may include quizzes, question and answer, small projects and discussion
• You will have opportunities to discuss your progress with your tutor
• You will be encouraged to share your work with the group and discuss your learning
• You will be encouraged to consider other students work and give your opinions and suggestions
• A file of work will be kept which will help to record your progress

What else do I need to know?

• Wool Knitting needles Crochet Markers

Pre-course work, reading and information sources

• No pre reading is required but research on the subject on the internet or in the library may be helpful

What can I do next?

• Progress to another WEA course
• This course could lead to a range of job opportunities. Follow link to National Careers Service for more details https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/