Knitwear from Yarn to Industry Course (Part-time)
This 10-day, 30-hour part-time course is perfect for beginners.
Held in the evenings from 17:30 to 20:30, it covers four essential areas: Yarn, Knitting & Programming, Garment Make-Up, and Knitwear Product Development. Each session offers a thorough introduction to knitwear, including topics like yarn type, yarn count, machine gauges, Stoll programming, and garment linking. The course also provides a comprehensive guide to learn the skills in becoming a knitwear product developer.
By the end, students will have created swatches with basic stitches and a mock-up panel with shaping, laying a strong foundation for future projects and roles such as knitwear product developer, buyer, designer, or programmer in the industry.
- Duration: 10 days
- Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
- Total Hours: 30 hours (3 hours per day)
- Cost: GBP 2000 + VAT
Course breakdown
Day 1-3: Introduction to Yarn (6 hours)
Understand the characteristics and types of yarn.
Day 4-6: Basic Knitting Techniques (9 hours)
Learn and practice foundational knitting stitches.
Day 7-8: Advanced Knitting Techniques (6 hours)
Explore more advance stitches and knitting methods.
Day 9: Garment Make-Up (3 hours)
Learn the basics of garment finishing from Linking / Hand sewing / Washing.
Day 10: Knitwear Product Development (6 hours)
Develop a mock-up panel and prepare for product development.
Student outcomes
This course suits beginners who need a flexible schedule while gaining essential skills in knitwear development and design.
By the end of this course, you’ll have:
- Created a group of swatches with various stitches.
- Designed and finished a full garment.
