Who to Invite to the Party
Knitting is no longer just grandmothers’ craft; younger women and men are also eager to learn how to knit. Party attendees may even be future members of a knitting group. So, invite men and women of all ages. A knitting party is a fun way to spend an evening while learning or improving a valuable skill.
How to Invite Guests with the Perfect Invitations
Invitations set the mood for any event. For a unique invite, begin by printing or writing out the details. Copy the information onto colorful cardstock to make an eye-catching postcard. Punch two holes on top of the card, and thread yarn scraps through for a nice touch.
Where to Get the Party Materials
Knitting materials are found at just about all types of stores, online or brick-and-mortar. Major department stores, exclusive boutiques, discount shops, and online presences are all fabulous places to check for the perfect party yarn. For example, Wal-Mart carries everything needed for a knitting party at reasonable prices.
What to Buy for the Party
Materials
First off, pick a project. A terrific first project is the ubiquitous scarf. Making a knitted scarf is easy, quick, and gives the maker almost instant gratification while socializing. Once the project is chosen, there are a few different ways to go about purchasing materials for the knitting party: piece by piece, or kits.
Piece by Piece: For illustration purpose, let’s say scarves are the project of choice. Buy bulky yarn (size 6) and larger needles (size 9); purchase one set of needles and one or two skeins of yarn for each guest.
Knit Kits: Knitting kits for beginners are available online or at local knitting stores, and range in price from $30 to $45 and all the way up to fit a budget. Kits vary, but will generally include needles, the yarn needed for the project, and written or video instructions.
Instruction
If the host knows how to knit, he or she can be the instructor. Otherwise, consider purchasing an instructional video or DVD ($20USD to $40USD.) An instructor can be hired to give the lesson (about $50-$70USD per hour for a group.) Many local knitting stores even offer party planning services and kits.
Miscellaneous Items
Have several scissors and safety pins on hand. It’s also nice to have stitch markers, stitch holders, and a few crochet hooks on hand for any dropped stitches that may occur. General craft outlets offer a nice variety of supplies, and may supply the host with more ideas.
Refreshments
Offer simple finger foods so that guests can stay focused on their projects and avoid getting food on their work. Stay away from messy dishes that can soil hands and yarns. The focus of this party is the activity, so there is really no need to come up with complicated snacks.
Warm and cold beverages, cookies, and a cheese tray are easy to prepare and easy to eat while working. Wines are very nice, but stick with white as red wine stains fabric easily.
Goody Bags
Using a simple paper bag with handles, make a decorative bow out of some colorful yarn. Fill the bag with candies, an interesting skein of yarn, and a handful of colorful buttons or beads. Include a copy of a simple pattern. And, of course, make sure the guests to take home their needles and scarf.
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