CAST ON, BIND OFF—Experienced Beginner

Does your latest pattern require a special cast on? Have you completed a project only to find out you need a stretchy bind off? Perhaps a beautiful hand-made sock is too tight around your leg? The neck opening of a new sweater does not stretch enough for your head? Then, this is the class for you. We will explore several cast ons, how and when to use them as well as specialized bind offs and the projects for which they are best. Publications and finished items will also be shown for reference.

Required skills: Knit and purl stitch, slipping stitches

Students bring: Worsted Weight yarn solid color, preferably light color. US 8 or 9 needles,

Size H crochet hook. Scissors, tapestry needle, other notions.

Homework: None

Class duration: 3 hours

Instructor: RUSTY BOYD has been a crocheter since the age of 9.  At age 34, he took his first knitting class and was “hooked.”  Since that time he has taught himself to knit lace, cables, stranded, mosaic and more.  After attending his first Men’s Knitting Retreat, Rusty had his first pattern published by Skacel for their Simplicity Men’s Booklet.  He has also been published by Love of Knitting, Love of Crochet, and self published on Ravelry.  He is the Founder of the Southeast Men’s Knitting Retreat, which began in 2011 providing a weekend getaway for like minded male fiber enthusiasts. 

Date and time: Friday June 5, 2026, 1:00pm to 4:00pm

Materials fee: None

Class fee: $60.00

4 to 8 students