Purls of Wisdom: Continental Knitting for Beginners

Learn how to knit in Melbourne!



3 hours Class size 12 to 40 guests       $70 (PayPal Pay in 4 available)

Knitting doesn’t have to be slow or fiddly; it just takes the right technique. In this workshop, you’ll learn the continental style of knitting, where the yarn is held in your left hand and stitches fly off the needles with ease. It’s fast, efficient and might just change the way you think about knitting. You’ll start with the foundations: how to cast on, knit and purl using the continental method, and bind off your stitches. Along the way, you’ll discover the difference between continental and English styles, learn how to manage your yarn for steady tension, and start reading simple knitting patterns. This is a relaxed, beginner-friendly class where you’ll be guided step by step by Jeni, who’ll also share her instructional videos so you can keep practising at home. By the end, you’ll be ready to keep building your skills, whether you want to knit a cosy scarf for yourself or a snood for your four-legged friend.

What you'll get

- Step-by-step guidance in continental knitting - Unlimited access to Jeni’s instructional videos after the class - A relaxed and supportive space to learn and practice - The option to purchase a beginner’s kit ($25–$60), with yarn, needles, pattern, and everything you need to start your first project

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Knowledge required

Beginner-friendly.

What to bring

- Yourself – all class materials are supplied for practice - A notebook if you’d like to jot down stitches and terms - Curiosity and patience as you find your knitting rhythm

Add-ons available for this class
  • Dog Snood Kit ($25)
  • Ski Mask Kit ($45)
  • Fingerless Gloves Kit ($40)
You can add these when you book (optional).
Location

Work-Shop Melbourne - 136A Cromwell St, Collingwood, VIC

Purls of Wisdom: Continental Knitting for Beginners location
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Your teacher
Jeni Lausch

Jeni Lausch

4.8 (10)

Jeni Lausch is a Melbourne-based maker with a passion for knitting, sewing, and all things textiles.

A self-taught artist and creative force, Jeni has brought her playful, hands-on approach to a wide range of projects – from crafting whimsical costumes for the iconic NYC Halloween Parade to creating props and pieces for film, television, and music videos. Her work often lives at the intersection of art and interaction, with immersive installations, pop-up experiences, and joyful collaborations that invite people to connect.

Jeni’s independent projects are rooted in a simple but powerful mission to bring people  unexpected joy. With a love for teaching, Jeni delights in helping others build practical, beautiful skills; whether it’s knitting your first scarf, adding a piece to your own wardrobe, or sewing a stylish, high-quality bag from scratch. Her workshops are welcoming, empowering, and filled with good energy.

Having lived all over the world, Jeni could not be happier to call Fitzroy / Collingwood home, and she can’t wait to share her passion with you.

Have you ever wanted to learn to knit, make your own clothes, or craft something beautiful with your hands?

Jeni would love to show you how. It’s never too late to start.




Your host

Work-Shop
Work-Shop

4.9 (4,961)

Work-Shop is a creative concept that will broaden your horizons and help you unleash your inner awesome. We provide affordable short courses in life skills and alternative art. We’ve teamed up with Australia’s brightest creative minds to share their knowledge and help teach you a new skill. From 3D printing and stencil art through to music and gardening – life skills and personal development through to cooking doughnuts and mushroom foraging, we offer a broad range of fun and creative short courses to suit our time poor lives. We will inspire you to pick up that pen, paintbrush, hammer or sewing machine and flick the switch that will kickstart a whole new way of life.
Community values lie at the heart of our project. We collaborate with local artists and industry experts to teach classes and utilise local suppliers for any materials needed. We also provide a creative environment for emerging artists to produce and sell work, and meet like minded individuals. Work-Shop will be a space for everyone, with a rotating schedule of art shows, information nights on local issues and a whole range of events and community initiatives.
2026-06-19 15:00:00
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