Knitting & Programming (Level 2)
In this advanced 5-day, 30-hour course, you’ll dive deeper into the art of knitting with a blend of modern programming concepts.
With a focus on machine handling, jacquard and intarsia techniques, and combining complex stitches, this course is perfect for those looking to enhance their knitting skills. Students will also learn shaping calculations and apply these techniques in advanced projects.
Limited to 6-7 participants, this immersive programme ensures personalised attention and guidance. Upon completion, you’ll have created 20 swatches with advanced stitches and a mock-up incorporating intricate shaping techniques.
- Duration: 5 days
- Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with a 1-hour break for lunch
- Total Hours: 30 hours (6 hours per day)
- Cost: GBP 1800 + VAT
Course breakdown
Day 1: Stitches (6 hours)
Learn advanced stitches such as jacquard and intarsia.
Day 2: Knitting Machine (6 hours)
Learn the foundations of knitting gauges.
Learn to operate Stoll knitting machine.
Day 3: Shaping Calculations (6 hours)
Delve into garment shaping and calculations.
Day 4: Project Development (6 hours)
Combine your skills in creative and practical projects with swatches and mock ups.
Day 5: Mock-ups & Final Projects (6 hours)
Create detailed mock-ups incorporating advanced techniques.
Student outcomes
Ideal for those with some knitting experience, this course will push your skills to new heights. By the end of this course, you’ll have:
- A collection of advanced stitch swatches demonstrating colourwork and structural programming
- A knitted garment mock-up incorporating shaping and advanced stitch techniques
- Practical experience programming jacquard and intarsia structures
- An understanding of how to combine stitches within a single knitted piece to create more complex garments
- Knowledge of shaping techniques used to translate measurements into knitted garment forms
- Greater control of machine programming and troubleshooting, improving confidence when working independently on the machine
