The Knit with Confidence Beginner Knitting Course
From Total Beginner to Confident Knitter in 4 Weeks
Waiting List now open for the next round in Autumn 2026
Ever dreamt of creating beautiful, handmade knitted pieces but felt overwhelmed and unsure where to start?
This is your friendly, no-pressure invitation to finally learn how to knit, and make some new crafty friends while doing so.
Please note these are in person classes in Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
Pre-recorded and live, online versions of this popular beginner knitting course are also available to purchase/book.
What Makes this Course Special?
My Knit with Confidence course helps you transform from complete beginner to confident knitter, with a solid intermediate knitting skill-set enabling you to make sweaters, scarves, blankets, cardigans and more…plus the ability to customise projects to express your own creativity!
More than just gaining creative skills - my beginner knitting course is about building your confidence, exploring your creativity, and giving you a calming, joyful practice that’s all yours.
By the end, you won’t just know how to knit - you’ll be a knitter.
The Knitting Skills You’ll Learn
Over just 4 cosy Sunday afternoons together, you’ll master foundational and intermediate techniques like:
✔️ Learning how to start and finish your knitting projects with confidence, how to create different textures and including how to knit with multiple colours.
✔️ How to choose the right yarn and knitting needles, feel in control of your knitting, how to keep your stitches even, and fix mistakes without stress or panic.
✔️ Feel empowered to customise projects with your own colour choices and stitch patterns
✔️ An introduction to knitting patterns, 6 common increase and decrease techniques and a project to apply your new knitting skills to create.
Lesson 1
After an introduction to yarn and how to match knitting needles, we cover casting on (starting), the knit stitch and casting off (finishing). After this class you have the skills to make scarves, blankets, cushion covers and more!
Lesson 2
We learn the second stitch in knitting, the purl stitch and how to combine it with the knit stitch, learning 3 new stitch patterns popular in sweaters, hats, blankets.
Lesson 3
The colour lesson, we learn how to join new yarn, stripe colours and knit with 2 colours in the same row. We also cover how to shop for yarn with confidence.
Lesson 4
We cover 6 different and popular shaping technique methods used in socks, sweaters, hats and more. Before we finish, I share an introduction to knitting patterns, with a personal one to take home and apply your new skills to creating.
What can you expect?
A friendly community of fellow beginners to learn alongside - no pressure, just encouragement and fun.
Connection and conversation (because learning is better with chat and laughter!)
A chance to swap doomscrolling for something nourishing, tactile, and joyful.
Silly stories that make techniques memorable, friendly guidance that feels like learning from a friend, and a safe space where every question is welcome and every small win is celebrated.
Testimonials
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“In a month, Alice taught us all the basics of knitting and gave us the right knowledge and confidence to start our own knitting projects. She is really patient and makes you feel at ease.”
Beatrice
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“Alice is an amazing teacher, and I can’t recommend her classes enough for anyone starting out with knitting!”
Chloe
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"An amazing experience! Alice is incredibly patient, easy to connect with, and makes learning so enjoyable. I highly recommend her to everyone!"
Manisha
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" Alice is the best teacher I could imagine. She is kind, relaxed, patient and above all she can explain very well! Are you still doubting? Please don’t! You’ll be a knitter in no time!"
Jean-Pierre
'The Knitty Gritty'
WHERE:
The Knit with Confidence classes take place in a lovely independent café in Bos en Lommer, Amsterdam. With delicious coffees, teas, matcha, cakes and more available to order.
WHEN:
The course takes place over four consecutive Sunday afternoons, with each session starting at 2pm and generally finished by 4pm.
It’s your weekly moment to unwind, connect and discover the joy of your creativity.
MATERIALS:
Yarn and knitting needles are included, so you can dive straight into your knitting journey with ease plus you will leave the course with an inspiring knitting pattern to apply your new skills to.
CLASS SIZE:
To keep things personal and supportive, each class is limited to just 6 students. This allows for plenty of one-on-one guidance, to create a space where no one feels left behind.
PRICE:
The Knit with Confidence course is €195 -covering everything you need to start your knitting adventures with clarity, confidence, and joy.
Lets Spend Sunday Afternoons
Knitting Together
Just 6 spots available - is one of them yours?
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Knit with Confidence course was designed specifically for you! Tailored to encourage and champion complete beginner knitters, who have never held a pair of needles before. I have taught hundreds of people over the years and...drumroll please...everyone can knit! I want to make sure you enjoy it too!
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You are more than welcome to sign up alone or with friends. Most people come on their own and enjoy making new crafty friends on their knitting journey. I foster a friendly, light and happy atmosphere with plenty of laughter, so even though you may feel nervous to join the first class, please be assured that you will get a warm welcome and it is my priority, above the knitting, that you have a good time.
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Absolutely! The course fee includes yarn and knitting needles, however, should you wish to bring along knitting needles and yarn that you already have or that your grandma/mum/aunt gave you many years ago, you are most welcome to!
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It depends on how confident you feel in your knitting, if you know how to cast on, cast off, knit and purl then the first 2 classes may feel like covering old ground for you. From Lesson 3 on we move onto more intermediate skills like colourwork, striping, carrying yarn, shaping techniques and an introduction into reading patterns. So if you want to brush up your skills, meet new friends and build your knitting confidence, this course would be absolutely perfect for you.
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I appreciate that 4 consecutive Sundays is a big commitment. So I’ve simplified things for when 'life happens.'
If you are unable to join one of the class dates in the course, you’ll now get access to that specific pre-recorded class module. A 45 minute, fully chaptered video class with a dedicated camera on my hands, designed to feel just like we’re sitting together, so you can learn at your own pace in your pyjamas if you wish.
If you’d prefer a private, in person class to cover the skills of whichever of the classes you are unable to join, you can book a Private Class with me for €60.
If there are multiple dates you can't make in one course, I suggest considering the private 1:1 in person version or joining the waiting list for the next round. -
Should you need to cancel joining a knitting class, please notify me 24 hours in advance of the scheduled class in order to reschedule. The first available slot will be offered as a reschedule. All cancellations within a 24 hour period of the scheduled session will not be refunded or rescheduled.
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No problem, send me an email at learntoknitonline@gmail.com and I will respond as soon as I can!
Looking for Something a Bit More Advanced?
I’m Alice and I have been knitting and teaching complete beginners how to knit for 20+ years. I adore knitting and love sharing knitting skills on to others to enjoy, create with and use to protect and support their mental health.
If at any point you need some personalised help with your knitting experience, drop me a line and together we will explore the best options for you.
Have you got the basics down and are ready to knit something wearable, giftable and hand made by you? Check out the options below….
Like Having a Knitting Teacher in Your Project Bag…
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Knit-A-Long Projects
Step by step knit-a-long tutorials helping you knit a wearable and/or giftable item of your choice. Perfect when you want the extra support of a knitting teacher as you knit your first Chunky Headband, Beanie Hat or pair of Socks.
All Knitting Patterns included - Buy once, enjoy unlimited access.
From €15
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Personal Project Sessions
Stuck on a pattern that’s left you confused or overwhelmed? Book a LIVE, online session and I’ll guide you step-by-step through the parts that are tripping you up and demonstrate any and all new techniques clearly and calmly. Use the session recording as a resource to help you knit your project with ease.
From €60