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KNIT 101UU: Knitting for Beginners
Jacky Moran & Krishna Thakar
HST860NUU
Ash Patel
June 9, 2015
Table of Contents Course Outline ............................................................................................................................................ 3
Description ................................................................................................................................................ 3
Objectives ................................................................................................................................................. 3
Audience ................................................................................................................................................... 3
Weekly Outline.......................................................................................................................................... 4
Story Board ................................................................................................................................................. 7
Welcome .............................................................................................................................................. 7
Course Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 7
Course Outline .................................................................................................................................... 7
Lesson 1 - Types of Needles ............................................................................................................ 7
Lesson 2 - Knitting Needles Styles .................................................................................................. 9
Lesson 3 – Knitting Needle Sizes .................................................................................................. 10
Lesson 4 – Yarn Fibers ................................................................................................................... 11
Lesson 5- Yarn Weights .................................................................................................................. 13
Quiz 1 ................................................................................................................................................. 14
Lesson 6 – Casting On .................................................................................................................... 16
Lesson 7 – Knit Stitch ...................................................................................................................... 17
Lesson 8 – Garter Stitch ................................................................................................................. 19
Lesson 9 – Purl Stitch ...................................................................................................................... 19
Lesson 10 – Stockinette Stitch ....................................................................................................... 20
Lesson 11 – Binding Off .................................................................................................................. 20
Quiz 2 - Final Assessment .............................................................................................................. 21
Transcription of a video ........................................................................................................................... 23
Future Implications ................................................................................................................................... 26
Works Citied .............................................................................................................................................. 27
Appendix .................................................................................................................................................... 29
Group Contract ..................................................................................................................................... 29
Course Outline
Welcome to Knitting 101: Introduction to Knitting for Beginners
Description
This is a beginner level lesson plan for those eagerly interested in learning about
knitting. The course will focus on many aspects of knitting including different types of
knitting needles and their uses. Additionally, it will cover the different type of yarns and
include a chart that explains which needle size is appropriate for which project. The
outcome of the course will be learning how to start a knitting project, which will include
casting on, two basic stitches, and binding off, which are the foundation for many
knitting patterns.
Objectives
After completing this course, the learners will be able:
1. To recognize the different types of needles and yarns (the material it’s made out
of and knitting needle styles) (Understanding)
2. To differentiate between different types of yarn and yarn weight for their purpose
(Understanding)
3. To select an appropriate size of needle, yarn and type of knitting needle for the
project (application)
4. To identify the garter stitch and stockinette stitch and understand how they are
produced (Understanding)
5. Describe the difference between the knit and purl stitches (Understanding)
6. Be able to produce the two main stitches, such as knit and purl (Application)
7. After completing this course, learners will be able to demonstrate their learning
and abilities by creating a small swatch that shows both garter and stockinette
stitch (Application)
Audience
Customers with no prior knitting experience and who are interested in learning about
knitting; and who possess the motor skills required to successfully knit, and the ability to
learn in an online environment. The audience will be from ages 12 and above.
Weekly Outline
Week 1
Introduction to the Course
Lesson 1 – Types of Needles
Lesson 2 – Knitting Needle Styles
Lesson 3 – Knitting Needle Sizes
Week 2
Lesson 4 – Yarn Fibers
Lesson 5 – Yarn Weight
Quiz #1
Week 3
Lesson 6 – Casting On
Lesson 7 – Knit Stitch
Lesson 8 –Garter Stitch
Week 4
Lesson 9 –Purl Stitch
Lesson 10 –Stockinette Stitch
Lesson 11 – Binding Off
Quiz #2 - Final Assessment
KNIT101UU: Knitting for Beginners
About the course:
This is a four week introductory course for those eagerly interested in learning about
knitting. The main focus is to learn how to start a knitting project along with casting on,
two basic stitches and binding off, which are the foundation for many knitting patterns.
In the process will acquire the knowledge of different types of knitting needles and their
uses. Additionally the different type of yarns and chart that explains which needle size is
appropriate for which project.
Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will;
1. Recognize the different types of needles and their uses (the material it’s made
out of and knitting needle styles)
2. Differentiate between different types of yarn and yarn weight for their purpose
3. Select an appropriate size of needle, yarn and type of knitting needle for the
project
4. Identify the garter stitch and stockinette stitch and understand how they are
produced
5. Describe the difference between the knit and purl stitches
6. Produce the two main stitches, such as knit and purl
7. Demonstrate your learning and abilities by creating a small swatch that shows
both garter and stockinette stitch
Prerequisite
No prior knowledge is required. Students will need to have basic motor skills & the
dexterity to work knitting needles.
Prescribed text
The entire course is online
Assessments
There will be two assessments
Topics:
Knitting Needles
Yarns
Casting On
Knit Stitch
Purl Stitch
Stockinette Stitch
Garter stitch
Binding Off
Mode of Delivery
Weekly commitment of 1 hour to online learning and in-home knitting practice;
participation in discussion board with instructor and other students; completing the
quizzes in the weeks specified
Resources
Knitting Needles, Yarn, computer, internet
Student Responsibilities
Students are responsible for obtaining their own materials needed for this class, as
outlined under “Resources” in the Course Outline. It is also their responsibility to go
through the weekly modules in a timely manner and keep up with the pace of the
course. Any student participation required on a discussion board should be done within
the stated time.
Consequences
If students do not follow their responsibilities they will be taken out of the course and will
not be allowed access back into the course.
Story Board
Welcome
Insert a picture with the needle and just a very briefly introduce to the topic
Course Introduction
This is a four week course in which you will learn about the basics of knitting. We hope
that you will find it both educational and recreational
In order to ensure your success in this course, download Adobe reader to read class
documents
Students are encouraged to post any comments or questions related to the course on
the discussion board, which can be found in the Course Menu on your left
Please make sure that you have all the materials required that can be found in the
Course Outline in the Course Menu
Course Outline
Will be a hyperlink to the actual course outline
Needles1
Lesson 1 - Types of Needles
There are 3 major different types of materials needles are made out of, such as, wood,
metal and plastic.
Wood: Wooden needles are the most standard type in the knitting world. Bamboo
needles being the most popular needle type. Wood needles are generally made of
any hardwood. Even though wooden needles are the most expensive, but it allows
the knitters to have a good speed, a smooth finish and a softer touch than metal and
acrylic needles.
1 Grimm, Gillian. Knitting Needle Types and How to Choose. CreateForLess, 2015. Web. 26 May 2015.
Insert image: Wood Knitting needle by Lantern Moon Inc.
Metal: Metal needles are mostly made of aluminum, but can also be made from
brass or nickel. One of the good elements of metal needles is that they are more
durable than wood or plastic needles. Also, metal needles are particularly useful with
yarns that tend to catch. Making the Knitting experiences much smoother and less
frustrating experience. Furth more, metal needles also provide the classic "clicking"
sound while being used.
Insert image: Metal Knitting Needle by Woolstack
Plastic: Plastic needles would probably be a good option when someone is trying
knitting for the very first time as they are the least expensive type of knitting needle.
Also, they are the lightest in weight and smoother when compared to wooden
needles. Plastic needles do come in various sizes and hence the best choice when
required large stitches.
Insert image: Plastic Knitting Needle by The Shire Internet Shop.
There are other Knitting needles that can be made out of poured resin or glass. Both
options offer a smooth, dense needle for knitters, but are harder to find and less
commonly used.
Insert image: Resin Knitting Needle by Craftster.org
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Knitting Needles styles2
2 Grimm, Gillian. Knitting Needle Types and How to Choose. CreateForLess, 2015. Web. 26 May 2015.
Lesson 2 - Knitting Needles Styles
Now there are 3 different types of knitting needle styles, such as, straight, circular,
and double pointed
Straight knitting needles: are what first come in mind of people when asked the
style of needle. They come as a pair and common length is 7", 10", 12" and 14".
Also, these types of needles are mostly used for smaller projects with no excessive
bulk on the needles. For example baby blankets, wraps or projects that are knitted in
sections and then sewn together (known as piecing).
Insert image: straight Knitting needle by Halcyon Yarn Inc.
Circular: is the most versatile style of needle and can be used for projects of most
sizes including most small projects. Hence, making them an excellent all around
needle choice. They generally come in lengths of 16", 20", 24" and 32". Circular
needles consist of two short pointed ends joined with varying lengths of cord, usually
made of plastic. One of the benefit of circular needles is that the weight of the project
is distributed across the cord and can rest in your lap while you knit, making the
knitting lighter on your wrists. They are most commonly used for larger projects
such as seamless sweaters, large blankets or scarves.
Insert image: Circular knitting needle - Valley Fibers Corporation.
Double Pointed: Double pointed needles are short needles with points at both
ends. They are commonly sold in sets of four or five and are designed for knitting in
the round, meaning knitting without a seam. For examples, socks and baby hats and
occasionally used for seamless sleeves.
Insert Image: Double pointed knitting needle by Knitter's Pride
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Determining What Size of Needle You Need
Lesson 3 – Knitting Needle Sizes
Most of the time either projects and/or yarns will list a needle size needed. This is just a
guideline and therefore everyone knits differently. One of the ways when choosing a
needle is taking into consideration of tightness of your knitting. Hence, the best way to
determine the size of needle needed for a project is through finding the gauge (A gauge
is how many stitches per inch you knit with a particular yarn and needle. Most patterns
will list a gauge for the project and knit a test swatch and measure how many stitches
per inch you knit, then adjust up or down a needle size until your gauge matches the
pattern. For example in stores there are starter kits that provide an excellent option for
first time knitters that give needles and step-by-step instructions for the beginner. Insert
the following video on knitting basics with needle sizes by Jennifer Hoag at Northeast
Fiber Arts Centre http://video.about.com/knitting/Knitting-Basics--Needle-
Sizes.htm#vdTrn (4:11 min)
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Yarns 3
Lesson 4 – Yarn Fibers
Yarn Fibers fall into 3 categories:
Natural
Animal sources: wool, cashmere, mohair, alpaca, llama, silk, camel
Plant sources: linen, bamboo, cotton
Synthetic: nylon, polyester, acrylic
Combination: of natural and synthetic fibers
Type of yarn to use with which project is a personal preference, but depends on the
pattern.
Wool is the most common type of yarn fiber out on the market. It used during the
winter time because it’s very warm and durable, but can be itchy. Probably not
the right yarn to use if the wearer is allergic to wool. Example of projects are hats
and mittens.
Insert image: Wool Yarn by Jamieson and Smith
Merino Wool: yarn that is made from merino sheep which is super soft and
doesn't cause allergic reactions as regular wool does.
Insert Image: Merion Yarn by Patrons Merino Yarn
3 Danoy, Francoise. Knitting 101: Yarn Types and Weights. Aroha Knits. 2015. Web. 25 May 2015.
Alpaca: this yarn is warmer than wool and is taken from alpacas. The best option
for yarns for small winter projects.
Insert Image: Alpaca Yarn by Ecoyarns
Cashmere: the most expensive, but the softest and fluffiest yarn of them. One
downside is the yarn is weak.
Insert image: Cashmere Yarn by Lion Brand Yarn
Cotton: the strongest yarn and lightest of them all. Best suited materials for
babies clothing, because it’s cooler and softer on skin. Most summer garments
are made of this material.
Insert image: Cotton yarn by Paraguay Threads
Acrylic: is cheapest and best choice for beginners, because it is man-made.
Also, used on materials that need to be washed regularly. However, once you get
used to knitting, its best to move onto natural fibers as mentioned earlier.
Insert Image: Arcylic Yarn by Tinasquirrel
Silk: is strong, shiny and lustrous, but expensive. Also very hard to work with,
since it’s slippery. Additionally, not the warmest and is used for summer projects.
Insert Image: Silk Yarn by Georgia Yarn Company
Additionally, there are combination of fiber that make up the ball of yarn together.
In general, these blends will give you the best of each fiber type, without their
weaknesses. Let watch a video to learn about yarn and understand the different kinds of
yarn fiber and weight size substitution by Naztazia
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JvLykvVV2sk (5:48)
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Yarn Weights4
Lesson 5- Yarn Weights
Yarn weights is referring to the thickness of the yarn. All knitting projects will say a
certain yarn thickness. You can check that by looking at the yarn label for the weight,
gauge and recommended needle size. There are 5 different types of yarn thickness,
such as, lace, fingering, sport, worsted and bulky.
Lace: is the thinnest yarn out in the market. Generally used for light and airy shawls
with lace patterns.
Fingering: it is slightly thicker than lace and used mostly for shawls. If you want
your stitches to be fine, this is the weight to go for.
Sport (and DK): it is twice as thick as fingering yarn and used most for knitting
socks.
Worsted (and Aran): is best for beginners to start with and best yarn to use for
almost any project.
4 Danoy, Francoise. Knitting 101: Yarn Types and Weights. Aroha Knits. 2015. Web. 25 May 2015.
Bulky (and Chunky): to make something quickly you can use this yarn. IT makes
nice scarf, but not meant to be used for intricate patterns, because it’s too thick for
that.
Okay, so now you’re on your way to grasping the basics of yarn and needle size. But
how do they work together? With rare exceptions (like some kinds of lace knitting),
thinner yarns work best on thinner needles, while thicker yarns require a needle with a
little more heft. The chart on the handout will help you familiarize yourself with how it all
fits together. This type of information will also be available to you on yarn labels (though
most don't include the Symbol and Weight name).
Insert image: Yarn Weight by Aroha Knits
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Quiz 1
QUESTION 1: What type of knitting needle, yarn and yarn weight would you use for
scarves?
1. Straight knitting needles, cotton and sport and dk 8—12.75 mm
1. Circular knitting needles, alpaca and bulky (and chunky) 8—12.75 mm
2. Double pointed needles, cashmere and sport and dk 2.25—3.25mm
QUESTION 2: What type of knitting needle, yarn and yarn weight would you use for
socks?
1. Double Pointed kniting Needle, Cotton and Sport and DK 3.25—3.75mm
2. Straight, Cotton, Sport (and DK) 3.25—3.75mm
3. Double Pointed, Cotton, Alpaca and Bulky (and Chunky) 3.25—3.75mm
4. Circular, Cashmere, Sport (and DK) 3.25—3.75mm
QUESTION 3: Wool is the most common type of yarn fiber out on the marke
1. True
2. False
QUESTION 4: Which three categories Yarn fiber fall into?
1. Natural
2. Synthetic
3. Combination
4. Metal
QUESTION 5: Which knitting needle are best to be used when someone is trying
knitting for the very first time?
1. Plastic knitting needle
2. Metal knitting needle
3. Wooden knitting needle
4. Resin knitting needle
Total Questions: 5
Total Marks: 50
Each Question is worth 10 marks
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Lesson 6 – Casting On
Casting on is how we will securely attach the yarn to our knitting needles and it will
become the starting point for our knitting project. We will learn one of the easiest ways
to do this - called the backwards loop cast on. Watch this video, or follow along with the
instructions below!
(Insert video of backwards loop cast-on from http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/faq-
search.cgi)
Practice this and try casting 12 stitches on your knitting needle
Leaving a 10 inch tail at the end of the yarn, place a slipknot
on one of your needles.
Take the yarn from the skein and wrap it around your
thumb, securing the end in your hand with your other fingers.
Insert the needle up under the front of the yarn and gently
tighten the loop on the needle.
Continue until all stitches have been cast on.
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Lesson 7 – Knit Stitch
The Knit Stitch
Now that we have casted our first row onto our main needle, we will use our working
needle to affix new stitches to our work. We will start by using one of the two
fundamental stitches, the knit stitch. This stitch, along with the purl stitch will make up
the two bigger stitching patterns we will use in this course. You can either watch the
video below to learn how to make the knit stitch, or read the following instructions.
(Insert video demonstrating Knit stitch from
https://www.youtube.com/user/newstitchaday)
Insert image: 1. When your cast-on is ready, hold the needle with the cast-on stitches
on it in your left hand so that the first stitch is approximately one inch [2.5 cm] from the
top of the needle. Loop the yarn that goes from the bottom of the first stitch to ball over
the top of the forefinger of your right hand and hold the empty needle in your right hand.
Insert image: 2. Insert the tip of the right needle into the stitch closest to the tip of the
left needle, inserting it in the front of the stitch.
Insert image: 3. Move your left hand so that both needles are held in your left hand
between your thumb and your forefinger. Using your right forefinger, wrap the yarn from
the stitch on the left needle up and over the top of the right needle in a clockwise
motion.
Insert image: 4. Slide the right needle (with the loop of yarn on it) down and forward,
towards you through the center of the stitch that is on the left needle. Pull the yarn that
is around the tip of the right needle down and through the stitch on the left needle to
create a new loop on the right needle.
Insert image: 5. Now slide this new stitch off the end of the main needle, ensuring that
it is still securely on the working needle.
Insert image: Now you have just knit your first stitch! Continue repeating these steps
until you have knit all the stitches off of your main needle and onto your working one.
When you reach that last stitch DON'T PANIC. Just knit the stitch. You have now
completed a ROW. When the row is finished, it is time to turn your work. Exchange the
empty main needle in your non-dominant hand with the full working needle in your right
and begin again. Note that the names of the needles switch as you progress. For
example, once we have emptied our main needle of stitches, it becomes the new
working needle as it switches hands.
Practice this stitch at home by knitting a few rows until you feel comfortable with it.
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Lesson 8 – Garter Stitch
This lesson should be relatively simple, as we have already learned how the
components that make up the garter stitch. It is a larger stitch pattern that is made up of
multiple rows of knit stitches. As you practiced the knit stitch, your yarn should begin to
look like this:
Insert image of the garter stitch: The garter stitch is one of the two main stitches that
are the foundation for many knitting projects. We will learn about the second stitch,
stockinette, in a later lesson.
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Lesson 9 – Purl Stitch
Once we have mastered the knit stitch its counterpart, the purl stitch, is relatively easy.
This stitch is performed opposite to how the knit stitch is made. Check out the video
below to learn, or follow the diagrams and instructions.
(Insert video from https://www.youtube.com/user/newstitchaday)
Insert image: 1. Hold the needles as if to knit -- the needle with the stitches is in your
left hand and the empty needle is in your right hand. . Place the yarn from the existing
piece and the ball in front of the left needle. Insert the right needle towards you through
the first stitch on the left needle (right to left, from the back to the front). The right needle
will be on top of the left needle and pointing towards you.
Insert image: 2. Loop the yarn from the left needle around the tip of the right needle
from the front around the back in a downward counter-clockwise motion.
Insert image: 3. To make sure you don't lose the loop, place your right thumb over the
yarn on the right needle so it won't come loose when you move the needle. Slide the tip
of the right needle and the yarn on it through the center of the stitch on the left needle,
moving it away from you.
Insert image: 4. To make sure you don't lose the loop, place your right thumb over the
yarn on the right needle so it won't come loose when you move the needle. Slide the tip
of the right needle and the yarn on it through the center of the stitch on the left needle,
moving it away from you.
You have just made a purl stitch! Practice a few rows of this until you feel comfortable.
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Lesson 10 – Stockinette Stitch
This stitch is the second larger stitch we're going to learn. Its counterpart is the garter
stitch. Learning this stitch is simple since we have already learned the foundations.
The stockinette stitch is made my simply alternating knit and purl stitches as you're
knitting your rows. Knit row one, purl row two, repeat until finished. Try practicing it!
Your work should be starting to look like this
Insert image of a stockinette stitch
When used to make clothes, the knit side is generally on the outside as it is traditionally
considered the more attractive side
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Lesson 11 – Binding Off
Now that we have learned the basic elements to knitting, we need to learn how to bind
off our yarn. Binding off is to ensure that our yarn won't become unravelled when it is
taken off the needles. Watch this video, or follow the simple steps below to learn the last
step to basic knitting!
(insert binding off video)
Insert image: 1. Knit two stitches. Insert the top of the left needle into the first stitch on
the right needle. Lift the stitch over the last stitch you knit and over the top of the right
needle.
Insert image: 2. Knit two stitches. Insert the top of the left needle into the first stitch on
the right needle. Lift the stitch over the last stitch you knit and over the top of the right
needle.
Insert image: 3. Knit two stitches. Insert the top of the left needle into the first stitch on
the right needle. Lift the stitch over the last stitch you knit and over the top of the right
needle.
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Quiz 2 - Final Assessment
Total Questions: 5
Total Marks: 50
Each Question is worth 10 marks
QUESTION 1: What are the two basic knitting stitches called? (Hint: they make up the
foundation for the larger stitches)
Garter & Stockinette
Knit & Purl
Knit & Garter
Stockinette & Purl
QUESTION 2: Of the two larger pattern stitches, which is made by knitting one row and
purling the next?
Stockinette
Knit Stitch
Super Stitch
Garter
QUESTION 3: Which stitch is created by inserting the working needle in the front of the
stitch and looping the yarn around the needle to pull the new stitch forward? (See
picture for example)
Garter Stitch
Stockinette Stitch
Knit Stitch
Purl Stitch
QUESTION 4: Can you identify these stitches, in order?
1. Stockinette Stitch, 2. Garter Stitch
1. Knit Stitch, 2. Garter Stitch
1. Knit Stitchm, 2. Stockinette Stitch
1. Garter Stitch, 2. Stockinette Stitch
QUESTION 5: This stitch is created by inserting the working needle in the backof the
stitch and looping the yarn around the needle to pushthe new stitch forward (See picture
for example)
Garter Stitch
Stockinette Stitch
Purl Stitch
Knit Stitch
Transcription of a video5
Knitting Basics: Needle Sizes by Jennifer Hoag at Northeast Fiber Arts
The video was already transcribed on the about.com website
Hello, my name is Jennifer Hoag. I'm from the Northeast Fiber Arts Center in Williston,
Vermont, and I'm here for About.com today. I'd like to talk to you about knitting needles.
Knitting needles come in a variety of styles, sizes, and also they're made out of different
materials. The knitting needles you're probably most familiar with are the straight
knitting needles. Straight knitting needles have a point at one end and a finial or knob at
the other end, and you can knit everything on straight needles.
But if you knit a sweater, or a hat, or socks, or mittens on straight needles, they're going
to require a seam. So if you don't want to have a seam in your sweater, or your hat, or
your socks, then you're going to want to use what's known as a circular needle. Circular
needles are used when you are knitting a sweater, but you can also use circular
needles if you're not knitting in the round and just knitting a scarf, like I am here -- I can
still use circular needles.
If you need to knit something like a sock or a mitten in the round and you don't want a
seam, the circular knitting needles will be too long. So then you'll need something called
5 Hoag, Jennifer. "Knitting Basics: Needle Sizes" Knitting. About.com: N.d. Online video. 10 June 2015.
a double-pointed needle. Double-pointed needles usually come in sets of four or five
and they're characterized by having a point at each end.
All of these needles can come in a variety of different materials. You'll notice that some
are made out of bamboo or wood, and others may be made out of metal, and others still
you may find are made out of plastic.
Knitting needles come in a large range of sizes. For example, these are U.S. size 2
needles, and you can see how fine they are, and they'd be appropriate for knitting a
very fine lace or fingering weight yarn such as this. And we also have very large
needles such as these, for example, U.S. size 11. You can see how much thicker they
are and they'd be more appropriate for knitting a bulky gauge yarn such as this. Each
ball of yarn is going to have information on the label and they're going to recommend a
suggested needle size. In this case it recommends a U.S. size 7. So that will be your
starting point.
But then you have to take into account the fact that everybody knits differently. So here
is an illustration of how two different people can take the same yarn and the same
needle size, cast on the same number of stitches and knit the same number of rows and
you can see how differently these two swatches came out. So some of us knit tighter
and others knit more loosely. So you can use this manufacturer's recommendation as a
starting point but then you really need to knit a gauge swatch to make sure you're
getting the number of stitches you need for your pattern.
Now I'd like to introduce a handy tool that every knitter should have, and that's a needle
sizer such as this. The reason this tool is important is because most brands of straight
needles, double-pointed needles and all circular needles usually etch the size of the
needle into the surface of the needle and as you knit with it that tends to wear off. So
after a while you won't know what size needle this is, so by having a needle sizer, or
needle gauge, which has holes of various sizes, you can take a needle and insert it
through the holes until you find the hole that it just goes through. And then you can read
on the needle sizer that this is a U.S. size 11 needle.
Needle sizers also usually have a ruler on an edge that's marked in inches as well as on
another side marked in centimeters. That helps you to read your gauge once you've knit
your gauge swatch. Most of the packaging of needles give you both the U.S. size as
well as the European millimeter size. So that will help you in picking the right needle for
your next project.
Thanks for watching. If you'd like to learn more about any of these topics, please visit us
on the web at About.com.
Future Implications
In the future, this online course could be used by major crafts and DIY stores, such as
Michael’s, to introduce their clientele to different elements of arts and crafts. By
introducing customers to these new hobbies, it may encourage them to purchase
related supplies from their business and expand their customer base.
Some changes that could be made to this course is add more videos tutorials to make it
more fun and interactive.
The principles of Universal Instructional Design are applied when developing this
course:
1. Accessible and fair: provided visual aids through the course website, so that
students can review at any time of the day. At their own convince.
2. Straightforward and consistent: the course content is very brief and used bullet
points to summarize key points.
3. Mostly, used visual aids to supplement the text and not replace it, so that the
result is more than one delivery media and appeal to a variety of learning styles.
4. The lessons were kept short and concise to minimize any unnecessary physical
effort or requirements.
5. Used bold and large text for easy visibility.
Works Citied
Danoy, Francoise. Knitting 101: Yarn Types and Weights. Aroha Knits. 2015. Web.
25 May 2015.
Grimm, Gillian. Knitting Needle Types and How to Choose. CreateForLess, 2015. Web.
26 May 2015.
Hoag, Jennifer. "Knitting Basics: Needle Sizes" Knitting. About.com:N.d. Online video.
10 June 2015.
Lion Brand Yarns.Library of Knitting and Crochet Information (FAQ), 2015. Web.
27 Mar. 2015.
New Stitch a Day. "Knitting 101: How to Knit for Beginners." Online video clip. YouTube.
YouTube, 3 Jan. 2013. Web. 18 Jun. 2015.
Standard yarn labeling chart. Craft Yarn Council, 2015. Web. 25 May 2015.
Photo Credit:
Arcylic Yarn by Tinasquirrel
Alpaca Yarn by Ecoyarns
Cashmere Yarn by Lion Brand Yarn
Cotton yarn by Paraguay Threads
Merion Yarn by Patrons Merino Yarn
Silk Yarn by Georgia Yarn Company
Wool Yarn by Jamieson and Smith
Circular knitting needle - Valley Fibers Corporation.
Double pointed knitting needle by Knitter's Pride
Metal Knitting Needle by Woolstack
Plastic Knitting Needle by The Shire Internet Shop.
Wood Knitting needle by Lantern Moon Inc.
Resin Knitting Needle by Craftster.org
Wooden knitting needle by Halcyon Yarn Inc.
Knitting Clip Art by Cliparts.Co
Yarn Weight by Aroha Knits
Ball of yarn by DeviantArt
Appendix
Group Contract
Krishna Thakar & Jacky Moran
June 4, 2015
This project is being undertaken to produce an e-learning program that will teach people
with no prior experience how to knit. This project will include graphics and videos that
will demonstrate how to achieve this. This contract outlines the duties and
responsibilities for each team member and what is to be expected with each job title.
Project Manager – Jacky Moran
Responsible for agreeing on the project objectives, organizing the people working on
the project, and making sure that all the aims and a standard of quality are met on the
project. The project manager will also be responsible for the team to meet any and all
budgetary and time constraints, as well as communicating with key stakeholders
regarding the project.
Subject Matter Expert – Jacky Moran
Responsible for providing the knowledge and expertise for the project, as well as
ensuring that all information used by the group members is accurate and reliable,
making sure that the information flows in a way that makes sense.
Designer – Krishna Thakar
Responsible for designing the layout of the learning plan, as well as compiling and
documenting all graphics and videos used in the lesson plan.
Developer – Krishna Thakar
Will be responsible for creating the final layout of the e-learning program. Will determine
the best presentation of the information to support the audience in its learning. Will
decide with learning platform and tools will be used to reach the learners.
The team members agree that they are not limited to the tasks stated above, and will
work together in a collaborative effort to achieve the project goals. Any members that do
not complete their tasks stated above will face expulsion from the team.
Date
Krishna Thakar Jacky Moran
Designer, Developer Project Manager, Subject Matter
Expert
Below is the proposed timeline for this Project. The stated tasks will be done by
the specified group members on or before the stated date.
Task Responsibility Date
Group member names Everyone 15/05/2015
Assign group roles Everyone 18/05/2015
Develop topic, describe audience Jacky 21/05/2015
Draft team contract Everyone 04/06/2015
Develop objectives Krishna 04/06/2015
Refine objectives Jacky 07/06/2015
Determine needs Jacky 08/06/2015
Project Plan Part I due Everyone 09/06/2015
Post to Wordpress Everyone 09/06/2015
Identify sources Krishna 11/06/2015
Decide which e-learning platform to use Krishna 11/06/2015
Collect data Everyone 12/06/2015
Develop storyboard Krishna 14/06/2015
Develop script Jacky 14/06/2015
Develop quiz for assessments Jacky 15/06/2015
Begin constructing course online Krishna 15/06/2015
Finish compiling all data and content into the
e-learning course
Krishna 16/06/2015
Test e-learning course on a 3rd party Everyone 17/06/2015
Gather feedback/make adjustments Everyone 17/06/2015
Finalize online course Everyone 18/06/2015
Present e-learning course to the class Everyone 23/06/2015