Machine Knitting - Accessories - Intermediate Level
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Machine Knitting - Accessories - Intermediate Level
Alice Wellbeloved
This course is aimed at anyone with an intermediate knowledge of machine knitting. On this course you will learn how to knit socks, hats, gloves and mittens, with an emphasis on creativity and experimentation with yarn, colour and composition. You will also learn several different methods for trims and finishings to achieve a professional looking accessory.
Students may also experiment with other types of accessory such as brooches, adornments and other body pieces - rather than a set curriculum you will be given time in between each set of technical demonstrations to explore fully your ideas and materials.
Students must have prior experience of a knitting machine, ideally having completed the beginners course - or similar. Prior experience of accessory making is not needed.
Alice Wellbeloved gained a BA in Textile Design and an MA in Fashion Knitwear from Central Saint Martins. Since graduating in 2002 she has worked in as head knitwear designer for several luxury brands including Christian Lacroix, Sonia Rykiel, Aquascutum and Viktor and Rolf. She also teaches textiles, fashion and knitwear at Foundation and BA level at Central Saint Martins.
Alternative Dates and Times
Many of our courses are repeated throughout the year. If the above dates is not suitable for you,
or there are no dates showing for this session, then please choose an alternative session.
Please bring with you to the first session:
- Tape measure
- Scissors
- Calculator
- Notepad
- Pencil
- A selection of yarns of different weights and gauges. You do not need to bring in large amounts but should bring a good selection that you are inspired by. There will be a limited supply of basic wools and cottons provided.
- Ribbons, lace, net, fabrics, or any other non- knitted trims to embellish your swatches.
- Any students wishing to use crochet or handknitting to embellish their samples should also bring crochet hooks / knitting needles, but please note that this is not a taught part of the course due to time constraints.