Fiber Arts Club
Waggener High School
Ms. Girardin can be found in 220
Club meets in Mayme's Suite during P3
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The club where you can learn to:
The club where you can learn to:
And if you already know how, stop by and stitch a bit!
EXPERIENCED FIBER ARTISTS:
check out the Experienced Fiber Artists Corner
You are always welcome but if you find that fiber arts are not for you, please return your materials to Ms. Girardin, room 220.
You are always welcome but if you find that fiber arts are not for you, please return your materials to Ms. Girardin, room 220.
Thanks!
1) check in On club day
1) check in On club day
A sign in sheet is in the lobby of Mayme's Suite by the door. You MUST check in first.
2) PICK OUT YARN
2) PICK OUT YARN
Start by selecting a yarn you like. Remember what "weight" your yarn is by looking at the sign. Our yarn has been sorted into three groups: sport, worsted, and bulky.
3) Choose an ARt
3) Choose an ARt
Now, decide if you want to crochet or knit (tutorials for weaving, embroidery, and cross stitch will be added here soon. We do have supplies but you will need to search for tutorials on your own).
You can make anything with either craft.
Crochet
Crochet
Crochet basically means, "little hook." For this art, you will use a single hook and some yarn. Pick yarn and a hook size that are similar. If you pick thick, chunky yarn, grab a larger hook. If you pick fine, skinny yarn, grab a smaller hook.
Knit
Knit
Knitting is what we usually think of when we think of yarn crafts. For this art, you will use TWO NEEDLES (they must be the same size) and some yarn. Pick yarn and needles that are similar in size. If you pick thick, chunky yarn, grab larger needles. If you pick fine, skinny yarn, grab smaller needles.
CROCHET
CROCHET
Total beginner? Don't worry, follow these tutorials!
STEP 1:
STEP 1:
CREATE A SLIP KNOT
CREATE A SLIP KNOT
STEP 2:
STEP 2:
Make a Chain
Make a Chain
Let's start by making a square/rectangle (we can make this into a scarf, bag, or pumpkin later) until you are comfortable with the stitches.
CHAIN 10-20 stitches (the thicker your yarn, the fewer stitches you will need).
STEP 3:
STEP 3:
Single Crochet into your chain
Single Crochet into your chain
Always make sure you end the row with the same number of stitches you had at the beginning of the row!
^^ the above video shows you how to crochet into your chain ^^
vv the video below shows you very slowly how to do the actual single crochet stitch vv
STEP 4:
STEP 4:
Single Crochet all other rows
Single Crochet all other rows
Create several rows of single crochet (at least 15-20) until you feel comfortable creating the stitch, turning, and creating a new row.
^^ the above video shows you how to create a new row ^^
vv the video below shows you very slowly how to do the actual single crochet stitch vv
STEP 5:
STEP 5:
Fasten Off
Fasten Off
Once you feel like you've got the hang of it, you can stop crocheting. Here is how to finish your work so it won't unravel.
Knit
Knit
Total beginner? Don't worry, follow these tutorials!
STEP 1:
STEP 1:
CREATE A SLIP KNOT
CREATE A SLIP KNOT
^^ even though the video above shows a crochet hook, creating a slip knot is the same in both crafts ^^
STEP 2:
STEP 2:
Cast On
Cast On
You need to get some stitches on one of your needles. This is called casting on. Let's start by making a square/rectangle (we can make this into a scarf, bag, or pumpkin later) until you are comfortable with the stitches.
CAST ON 10-20 stitches (the thicker your yarn, the fewer stitches you will need).
Pull out about 6 inches of yarn before you start casting on.
click HERE if you want to see the full-length video
STEP 3:
STEP 3:
The Knit Stitch
The Knit Stitch
There are two basic stiches in knitting, the knit stitch and the purl stitch. Let's master the knit stitch first.
There are three common ways to do the knit stitch.
Throwing - American style
Flicking - a faster American style
Continental - the fastest style, most popular in Europe and Africa
^^ the video above shows you how to knit with the throwing method ^^
^^ the video above shows you how to do each method very slowly ^^
1:07-2:20= flicking method
2:20-3:44 = throwing method
3:44-6:00 = continental method
STEP 4:
STEP 4:
Knitting a new row
Knitting a new row
To start a new row, just switch hands!
However, be careful, the second video shows common mistakes for new knitters when starting a new row.
Continue knitting until you feel comfortable with these steps (15-20 rows).
STEP 5:
STEP 5:
Casting off
Casting off
Once you have finished your rows, you need to remove the needle without unraveling your work. Watch this video to help you finish your piece.
Embroidery
Embroidery
Ask Ms. G for materials. Tutorials are coming soon-ish.
Cross stitch
Cross stitch
Ask Ms. G for materials. Tutorials are coming soon-ish.
Weaving
Weaving
Ask Ms. G for materials. Tutorials are coming soon-ish.
This site is designed for high school students presently enrolled in Ms. Girardin's classes. However, anyone wishing to further explore the human condition and continue their quest for knowledge is welcome! If you are looking for the Instructional Coaching Site of the same name, please visit, theinvolvedlearner.com. For more information, visit the about page.
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