Fun and Fast Portuguese Knitting

Service Description

Discover a fun, fast and efficient knitting style. In this unique class, you’ll learn Portuguese knitting—a technique where the yarn is tensioned around your neck or through a knitting pin and controlled with a simple thumb motion, making stitches smoother, faster, and easier on your hands. This method is known for its simple purling technique and is a great option for knitters who experience hand or wrist fatigue, or anyone curious to expand their skills. In this class you’ll learn all the foundation knitting skills - knit, purl, cast on, cast off, increase and decrease how to tension your yarn to build rhythm and consistency in your knitting. We will end the class knitting with two colours, two knitting pins and knitting with both hands! What you’ll learn: • How to tension yarn Portuguese-style (neck or pin method) • Knit and purl stitches using thumb flicking • Why purling becomes faster and easier • Tips for even tension and smooth rhythm • How to adapt patterns to this style What’s included: • Step-by-step instruction •Class handouts with video tutorial links for at home reference • Yarn, needles and knitting pins •Cowl pattern to practice your newly learned skills • A supportive, beginner-friendly environment Perfect for beginners and experienced knitters alike—especially those looking for a more ergonomic and enjoyable way to knit