I often get asked, “Which sweater class is best to start with?” This is a tough question, since it depends on what you’d like to learn, and what kinds of techniques, skills, and construction methods you’re interested in. In this post, I’ll go through some of our available sweater classes to help you choose the best one for your next project.
All sweater classes will teach you essential skills, such as:
- Stitch pattern skills
- Picking the right size
- Reading a schematic and creating your personal sweater map
You’ll also learn how to make various alterations, like:
- Gauge differences (stitch and row)
- Changing body length
- Sleeve length (short, 1/2, 3/4, long)
- Sleeve width & armhole depth
- Working a different size front & back
- Neck width / depth
Education Site Overview
Before we dive into the class descriptions, let’s go over some basic features of our education site. Once you’re on education.pattylyons.com, you’ll gain access to a wealth of learning resources that never expire! The classes you join aren’t just a one-time deal—you can watch them again and again, whenever your heart desires. Setting up your account is easy, and you’ll be immersed in a community where you can connect with fellow knitters, ask questions, and learn from each other.
Our platform features:
- Streaming and downloadable content
- Fully interactive classes
- Live sessions for real-time interaction & questions
Jumpstart Your Knitting with These Top 10 Sweater Classes:
On My Education Site, education.pattylyons.com:
Corcoran
This is a great first sweater. With one stitch pattern throughout and simple shaping, you’ll learn all your basic skills.
- Construction: Set-in sleeve
- Techniques: Simple lace, decreasing in lace
Charade Brioche
This sweater is ideal for those wanting to experiment with Brioche in a manageable way. It features Brioche stockinette at the hem and cuffs, and a Brioche rib collar.
- Construction: Set-in sleeve
- Techniques: Brioche trim
- Special Feature: Customization module for a tailored pattern
Costa Maya
This cardigan boosts your skills with short row shaping at the bust and collar.
- Construction: Set-in sleeve cardigan
- Techniques: Short rows, lace
Gramercy Park
An all-over lace pullover with waist shaping, perfect for trying a more complex stitch pattern.
- Construction: Set-in sleeve
- Techniques: Lace, shaping while staying in pattern
Hudson Valley
A cardigan with a simple cable and lace edge, great for those new to cables.
- Construction: Modified drop shoulder cardigan
- Techniques: Cable and lace
Tortola
Ideal for short row enthusiasts, this tee includes a short row hem and an optional top-down short row sleeve cap.
- Construction: Tank version, or top-down short row sleeve cap
- Techniques: Short rows, lace, lateral braid
Video Classes (Digital Downloads)
Palm Canyon (coming to Education site soon!)
A straightforward sweater with simple shaping and only one seam, featuring integrated sleeves.
- Construction: Dolman
- Techniques: Twisted rib, Russian graft, sloped cast on, sloped bind off
Affiknity
An intermediate sweater with numerous options, including a pullover and cardigan, waist shaping, multiple cable charts, pockets, and more.
- Construction: Saddle shoulder
- Techniques: Cables, pockets, short rows, buttonholes
Harbor Springs
Simple shaping and a combination of relaxing knitting with interesting shaping.
- Construction: Raglan
- Techniques: Mesh stitch, ribbing
Soho Slip Stitch Pullover
A sweater with simple slip stitch colorwork, including lifted float slip stitch and a two-color linen yoke.
- Construction: Raglan
- Techniques: Slip stitch knitting, crochet chain button closure
Begin your sweater-knitting journey with one of our classes, where you’ll learn essential techniques, make friends with fellow knitters, and enhance your skills in a supportive community.
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