Intro Knitting Course Registration Open

The Sante Fe College Community Education Course, "Joy of Knitting" is being offered this semester. Dates for the classes are February 21, 28 and March 7th. This is a beginner course, no previous experience needed. Each class is 1 1/2 hours long held at the main campus. You do not need to be a SF College student. More details when enrollment begins in February 2026. 

Discover the rewarding craft of knitting in this beginner's course that will have you knitting in minutes. Learn to knit quickly with the English style method. You'll have plenty of time to learn the basics in an encouraging atmosphere—no experience needed! No sr waivers.

Class Details

3 Session(s)
Weekly - Sat

Location
SF - NW Campus

Instructor
Scarlett (Kiki) Geiger 

 

Notice

Please read:  Please bring $20 to first class for supplies, all materials will be provided by instructor.

Course Fee: 

$39.00

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Registration Closes On
Friday, February 20, 2026 @ 11:59 PM

**Online Registration is postponed at this time due to technical issues. To register for Continuing Education classes please call (352) 395-5896; to register for Community Education classes please call (352) 395-5193. **

2024 Fall Class Schedule

 

 

THE JOY OF CIRCULAR KNITTING  Learn to knit on circular and double-pointed needles in this project-oriented course. You'll develop new skills while making a 100% wool yarn bowl project. Work at your own pace in a friendly atmosphere. All project supplies will be provided - just bring your knitting bag. We'll cover tips and tricks for knitting in the round and discuss felting as an option-- no previous felting experience is needed.
NEE0040.1F6
3 Sat., starts 09/21/2024, 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Instructor: Geiger, Scarlett (Kiki)
SF - NW CAMPUS
Fee $39.00
NOTE: Prerequisite: Basic knitting skills such as cast-on, knit-and-purl stitches, and bind-off are required. At the first class, students will purchase a knitting kit for $20 from the instructor. The kit contains wool yarn, circular and double-pointed needles, pattern instructions, class handout, a yarn needle, and stitch markers. Bring your own knitting bag with basic supplies, such as scissors, etc. No sr waivers.

 Registration begins       August 14^th.

Spring 2024 Beginner Knitting Course Information

 

Class is filled. 

New Class for Fall 2023 Semester

 "The Joy of Knitting"

Discover the rewarding craft of knitting in this beginner's course that will have you knitting in minutes. Learn to knit easily with the English style method. You'll have plenty of time to learn the basics in an encouraging atmosphere. No experience needed. All supplies provided. You'll be able to knit washcloths, scarves and coasters - your choice. Patterns provided.

Course is three 1 1/2 hour classes at Sante Fe College through the adult community education. You do not need to be a Sante Fe student to enroll. There is a $39 class fee and a $20 supply fee. All ages welcome. No senior waivers. Offered on Saturdays from 1:00 - 2:30 pm on the NW campus. Registration is now open.  https://www.sfcollege.edu/communityed/

Beginner Knitting Lessons

I am currently offering an hour knitting lesson for beginners in an outside, open air, coffee shop environment covering the basics of knitting. One-on-one lesson or bring a friend with you. (2 maximum limit.) Includes knitting supplies to get you started and take home with you. No experience needed. No need to bring anything. Fee: $20 per person. Gainesville, Fl.

Please email me to set up a time and date. ssgeiger15@gmail.com

Teaching Schedule 2020

Teaching: Sante Fe Spring 2020 classes were cancelled and I do not teach during the Summer session. I will post the Fall schedule when it becomes available. In the meantime, have a wonderful Summer and I'll keep posting videos and patterns. 

Winter 2020 Teaching Schedule

INTRO TO KNITTING
Discover the relaxing and rewarding hobby of knitting in this complete beginner's course. Learn to knit Continental style as we cover the basic stitches, tools, yarn selection and reading patterns. No experience needed.

• Course Details
  NEE0007.1F6
  Number of Weeks: 3
  Days: Sa
  Starts: 01/25/2020, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  Instructor: Scarlett *Kiki* Geiger
  Location: SF - NW CAMPUS B-201
  3000 NW 83rd St
  Gainesville
  Course Fee: $39.00
  Lab Fee: $0.00
  Notes: No sr. waivers. Bring $20 to first class for scarf materials, a notebook and pen. All supplies/patterns will be provided.
  
  

  Seats Open: 2

FELTED BOWLS

Learn to knit and felt a bowl in this project-oriented course.. 100% wool yarn, knitting needles, directions and pattern instructions will be provided. You will knit in class and felting instructions will be covered so you can felt at home. Work at your own pace. Knitting in the round experience is helpful but not necessary; no previous felting experience needed.

• Course Details
  NEE0010.1W2
  Number of Weeks: 2
  Days: Sa
  Starts: 02/22/2020, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  Instructor: Scarlett *Kiki* Geiger
  Location: SF - NW CAMPUS B-201
  3000 NW 83rd St
  Gainesville
  Course Fee: $34.00
  Lab Fee: $0.00
  Notes: No sr. waivers. Bring $20 to first class for kit supplies. Must know how to cast on, knit, purl, and bind off.
  
  

  Seats Open: 7

INTRO TO KNITTING

Discover the relaxing and rewarding hobby of knitting in this complete beginner's course. Learn to knit Continental style as we cover the basic stitches, tools, yarn selection and reading patterns. No experience needed.

• Course Details
  NEE0007.1F6
  Number of Weeks: 3
  Days: Sa
  Starts: 10/26/2019, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  Instructor: Scarlett *Kiki* Geiger
  Location: SF - NW CAMPUS A-001
  3000 NW 83rd St
  Gainesville
  Course Fee: $34.00
  Lab Fee: $0.00
  Notes: Bring $20 to first class for scarf materials, a notebook and pen. All supplies/patterns will be provided. No sr. waivers.
  
  

  Seats Open: 4

Fall A Courses

INTRO TO LACE KNITTING
Love the look of lace, but think it's too complicated? This course will break down the fundamentals of lace patterns and ease you into what is considered unparalleled around the world. Start practicing on yarn and needles you're comfortable with, and then begin a simple lace scarf/shawl project in the second class. How to keep track, mistakes, and charts will be covered. You must know how to knit. Basic skills: cast on, knit and purl stitch, bind off.

• Course Details
  NEE0022.1F6
  Number of Weeks: 2
  Days: Sa
  Starts: 09/07/2019, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  Instructor: Scarlett *Kiki* Geiger
  Location: SF - NW CAMPUS B-29
  3000 NW 83rd St
  Gainesville
  Course Fee: $34.00
  Lab Fee: $0.00
  Notes: No sr. waivers. Bring $20 to first class for materials, a notebook and pen, US 7 or 8 straight needles, and knitting bag supplies. Other supplies and patterns will be provided.                                                                                          Seats Open: 4

KNITTING CABLES
If you've never knitted cables and want to learn how, this class is for you. Learn how to read cable abbreviations, understand cable charts, use a cable needle and even cable without one. The easy in-class project will give you the basic knowledge for other cable patterns. We'll practice and then start a cable scarf project.

• Course Details
  NEE0008.1F3
  Number of Weeks: 2
  Days: Sa
  Starts: 09/28/2019, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  Instructor: Scarlett *Kiki* Geiger
  Location: SF - NW CAMPUS B-29
  3000 NW 83rd St
  Gainesville
  Course Fee: $34.00
  Lab Fee: $0.00
  Notes: No sr. waivers. **Bring $20 for kit supplies and your knitting bag. Must have basic knitting skills: cast on, knit, purl, and bind off.**
  
  

  Seats Open: 2

Spring 2019 Classes

Max seating set to 6

INTRO TO KNITTING

     Discover the relaxing and rewarding hobby of knitting in this complete

     beginner's course. Learn to knit Continental style as we cover the basic

     stitches, tools, yarn selection and reading patterns. No experience needed.

                   NEE0007.1F6

                           3 Sat., starts 3/30,  1:00:00PM ‑  3:00:00PM

                           Instructor: Scarlett *Kiki* Geiger

                           SF ‑ NW CAMPUS,

                           FEE $34.00

                           NOTE: No sr. waivers. Bring $20 to first class for materials, a notebook and pen. All

                           supplies/patterns will be provided, including yarn for an easy scarf project.

Max seating set to 6

KNITTING IN THE ROUND ON  DPNS

     Ready for an intermediate level course? Have you avoided projects that ask for

     double pointed needles (DPNs) because you don't know how or it looks

     intimidating? Here's your opportunity to expand your knitting skills and avoid

     sewing seams. Start knitting a small drawstring pouch in the 1st class. 2nd

     class will give you a choice of working on your own pattern or patterns provided

     in class.

                   NEE0009.1F6

                           2 Sat., starts 4/27/19,  1:00:00PM ‑  3:00:00PM

                           Instructor: Scarlett *Kiki* Geiger

                           SF ‑ NW CAMPUS,

                           FEE $34.00

                           NOTE: No sr. waivers. Bring your knitting bag, 1 set size US 7 or 8 DPNs, 8 point

                           projectors, row counter, and yarn for first project (available at local hobby stores).

                           Must know knitting basics, such as cast on, knit, purl and bind off. DPNs will be

                           available to purchase in case you don’t have any.

Register online at: /www.sfcollege.edu/cied/communityed/ or Call 352-395-5193

Winter 2019 Classes

INTRO TO KNITTING
Discover the relaxing and rewarding hobby of knitting in this complete beginner's course. Learn to knit Continental style as we cover the basic stitches, tools, yarn selection and reading patterns. No experience needed.

• Course Details
  NEE0007.1F6
  Number of Weeks: 3
  Days: Sa
  Starts: 01/26/2019, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  Instructor: Scarlett *Kiki* Geiger
  Location: SF - NW CAMPUS P-161
  3000 NW 83rd St
  Gainesville
  Course Fee: $39.00
  Lab Fee: $0.00
  Notes: Bring $20 to first class for scarf materials, a notebook and pen. All supplies/patterns will be provided. No sr. waivers.
  
  

  Seats Open: 9

INTRO TO LACE KNITTING
Love the look of lace, but think it's too complicated? This course will breakdown the fundamentals of lace patterns and ease you into what is considered unparalleled around the world. Start practicing on yarn and needles you're comfortable with, and then begin a simple lace scarf/shawl project in the second class. How to keep track, mistakes, and charts will be covered.

• Course Details
  NEE0033.1M6
  Number of Weeks: 2
  Days: Sa
  Starts: 02/23/2019, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  Instructor: Scarlett *Kiki* Geiger
  Location: SF - NW CAMPUS P-161
  3000 NW 83rd St
  Gainesville
  Course Fee: $34.00
  Lab Fee: $0.00
  Notes: No sr. waivers. Bring $20 to first class for materials, a notebook and pen. All supplies/patterns will be provided.
  
  

  Seats Open: 3

Register at:

www.sfcollege.edu/cied/communityed/