Knitting for Beginners
Ready to pick up your knitting needles and learn something new?
Our 12-week Knitting for Beginners course gives you plenty of time, support and encouragement to learn at your own pace and build your confidence along the way.
For just £95, your course fee covers everything needed to provide a high-quality learning experience, including:
- 12 weeks of structured learning
- Two in-person workshops and one online session with an experienced tutor
- Personalised tuition and guidance
- Ongoing online tutor support between workshops
- Workshop venue costs
- Assessment and feedback on your progress
- A certificate of completion
Who is Beginner Level for?
- This course is designed for participants who can already produce a basic stitch using two needles. The workshops will enhance existing skills and cover a range of key techniques required to develop confidence and competence in knitting.
- Once you’ve completed Beginner Level, you can choose to continue your SWIFTS journey and progress to Intermediate and Advanced levels.
What will you get from the course?
- Create a finished project you’ll be proud to have made yourself.
- Gain a great foundation for moving on to the next SWIFTS level – if you want to take your skills further.
- Learn a new skill with expert guidance and support.
- Build your skills and confidence as you progress.
- Meet new people and enjoy learning together.
| Date | Course | Timing |
| Wednesday 30th September | 6pm–7pm | Meet Your Tutor Helen Gibson: An Online Introduction Before the course begins, join us on Zoom for a friendly welcome session. You’ll meet your tutor, find out what to expect from the course and have the chance to ask any questions before you get started. | Week 0 |
| Saturday 17th October | 10am-2pm | Workshop: In-person Join your tutor and fellow students in person for the first of your hands-on workshops, getting stuck into the skills and techniques you’ll build on throughout the course. | Week 2 |
| Wednesday 29th October | 6pm–7pm | Workshop: Online Building on what you covered in person, join your tutor and fellow participants online to continue developing your skills and techniques. | Week 4 |
| Saturday 14th November | 10am-2pm | Workshop: In-person Continue your journey with a second in-person workshop, developing your skills further alongside your tutor and the rest of the group. | Week 6 |
| tbc. | Assessment Submission Submit your assessment piece, showcasing the skills and techniques you’ve developed throughout the course. | Week 8–10 |
| tbc. | Feedback & Results Session An opportunity to receive personalised feedback on your work and your certificate of achievement | Week 9–12 (1–2 weeks post-assessment) |
If you’re interested in signing up for this course and have any questions, please get in touch by emailing hello@theswi.org.uk
A limited number of assessment-only spaces will be available for members only. This is for experienced crafters who already have the necessary skills and would like to gain an SWI certificate without completing the full course. To register your interest, please email hello@theswi.org.uk
Please note: As this is a new initiative in its first year, pricing may be reviewed and adjusted to ensure the best possible offering.
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