Mittens and Socks From Measurements* - V- Summer 2025

*This class fulfills the Mittens and Socks from Measurements Requirement for WEKP.

In this class, you will complete a pair of mittens and a pair of socks to your own measurements, and at your own gauge, using a tried-and-true formula. By the end of the class, you will be able to make mittens and socks for everyone you know and be sure they will fit. Please note: This class is designed for knitters who are already comfortable using double-pointed needles and is not designed for circular needles.

You will receive the Zoom link 1-2 business days before the virtual class.

Format: Virtual

Prerequisite: Knitting 2
Materials Required:

For Mittens –

Nancy Lindberg Fittin' Mittens pattern: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/nl13-fittin-mittens-mitts-that-fit

200-300 yds of worsted weight yarn.

One set of dpns in an appropriate size for your yarn, plus a smaller size if you'd like a tighter ribbing.

A flexible measuring tape and a rigid ruler

For Socks:

Nancy Lindberg Knit To Fit Socks pattern: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/nl7-knit-to-fit-socks

DK or worsted weight yarn. Please purchase the amount of yarn that matches your foot size: Women - DK 350 yards,

Worsted 300 yards, Men - DK 400 yards, Worsted 300 yards.

A set of dpns in a size appropriate for your yarn.

2 spools of reinforcing thread.

Knitting Tool Kit

HOMEWORK:

For Class 6 Please make 4 of the following swatches –

Using worsted weight yarn in a light color CO 20 sts.

Rows 1 – 4: Knit for a garter stitch edge

Then work in Stockinette Stitch (Knit the right side rows, purl the wrong side rows) for 2 inches

Do not bind off, just leave stitches live on scrap yarn or barber cord

When possible, please buy your materials from WEBS.

Cancellation Policy: For all classes, payment of full tuition is due at time of registration. Tuition will be refunded only if the class is cancelled by WEBS, or if there is a waiting list and your spot can be filled.

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Note: If you are purchasing more than one unit of the same class, please call Customer Service with that person's name and information.