{"product_id":"learn-to-knit-socks-in-3-sessions","title":"Learn to Knit Socks in 3 Sessions","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSocks have a reputation for being tricky. They're not! They just need someone to walk you through the scary bits!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIn this small-group workshop (6 people max), you'll knit your first sock from start to finish, with me beside you at every step. We take it slowly over three sessions, so you have time to practise between classes, and nobody gets left behind at the heel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDates and location\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"height: 121px; width: 101.416%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.5938px; width: 65.7848%;\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSession 1. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSizing and cast-on\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.7549%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e07\/11\/2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.7549%;\"\u003e13:00-15:00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.7848%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSession 2. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe heel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.7549%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e14\/11\/2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.7549%;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e13:00-15:00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 65.7848%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Session 3. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCasting off\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.7549%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e21\/11\/2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.7549%;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e13:00-15:00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSession 1: Sizing and cast-on.\u003c\/strong\u003e How to measure and choose the right size, how knitting in the round works, and how to cast on and start your sock. You'll go home with the leg underway and homework (the fun kind).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSession 2: The heel.\u003c\/strong\u003e The part everyone worries about, so it gets its own session. We'll work through the heel flap, turn the heel, and pick up the gusset together, with plenty of hands-on help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSession 3: Casting off.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shaping the toe, finishing your sock beautifully, and tips for blocking and caring for your handmade socks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhere\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eColourPopCrafts, \u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e159-163 Marlborough Rd, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eStudio 1.5,\u003cbr\u003eLondon \u003cbr\u003eN19 4NF\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSock Yarn\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeedles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA printed pattern to keep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall-group teaching (max 6 people)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep-by-step guidance and support throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlready have your own yarn? Choose the \"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eI have my own yarn and needles\" option.\u003c\/strong\u003e You'll need 100g of 4-ply \/ fingering weight sock yarn and 80 cm (32\") circular needles or DPNs in size 2.25 or 2.5 mm. No fuzzy or heavily textured yarns. Not sure if your yarn will work? \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.colourpopcrafts.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003eMessage me a photo before booking\u003c\/a\u003e, and I'll help you. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJust want the heel? Choose the heel-only option.\u003c\/strong\u003e Join us for Session 2 only. It's for knitters who've started a sock before and want to nail the heel. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYarn and needles are not included for this option. \u003c\/strong\u003eBring your own sock-in-progress, with the yarn and needles you used for it. \u003c\/em\u003eHere's what you need:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA sock knitted cuff-down, with the leg finished and ready to start the heel flap.  Leg about 10 \/ 15 cm long, 60, 64, 68, or 72 stitches \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eon DPNs or a circular needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe yarn and needles you used for it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe'll email you the pattern, so your leg matches what we'll work on in class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot sure if your sock is ready? Send me a photo before booking, and I'll help you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner knitters who are new to socks. You should be comfortable with the long-tail cast-on and the knit and purl stitches. No sock experience needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a 3-session course. Please book only if you can attend all three. Between sessions, you'll have a little homework so that we can move on to the next stage together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI've never knitted socks. Is this right for me?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, that's exactly who it's for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to know how to knit already?\u003c\/strong\u003e You'll need to be comfortable with the basics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if I miss a session?\u003c\/strong\u003e We can't offer refunds for missed sessions, but I'll send you notes and a recap so you can catch up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I get a refund if I can't make it?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYes, you can have a full refund if you cancel up to 7 days before Session 1. After that, we can't offer a refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I book just the heel session?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The heel-only option gets you a place in Session 2 only. Please arrive with your sock leg already knitted. You won't get the Session 1 sizing and cast-on teaching or the Session 3 toe and finishing, so this option is best if you've knitted socks before and the heel is the part that stumps you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I keep the pattern and make more socks?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely. The pattern is yours to keep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill I finish the sock in the sessions?\u003c\/strong\u003e You'll learn every technique in class and finish one sock with some knitting at home between sessions. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ColourPopCrafts","offers":[{"title":"Full kit","offer_id":57345448804730,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"I have my own yarn and needles","offer_id":57345448837498,"sku":null,"price":105.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Heel session only","offer_id":57381990269306,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/9826\/2650\/files\/Beginner_Sock_Knitting_Workshop_London_ColourPopCrafts.webp?v=1791119045","url":"https:\/\/www.colourpopcrafts.com\/products\/learn-to-knit-socks-in-3-sessions","provider":"ColourPopCrafts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}