Knitting for Beginners
Beginner
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The 92nd Street Y
Price note: $350.00 (in-person); $320 online
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Listings last checked Sep 22, 2026
Quick answer
There are 6 class listings in New York City, with listed prices from $35–$350. 5 are beginner-friendly. 6 are recurring. Last verified Sep 22, 2026.
- Listings
- 6
- Price range
- $35–$350
- Beginner
- 5
- Recurring
- 6
- Last verified
- Sep 22, 2026
Best budget: Zen Knitting — $35 Best for beginners: Knitting 101 — $45
How much do knitting & crochet classes cost in New York City?
From 6 listed starting prices on this page (free classes excluded).
- From
- $35
- Typical (median)
- $50
- Up to
- $350
Prices change — confirm the current price with the venue before booking.
Price basis varies by source: venue-website prices are net; Eventbrite listings include the platform's service fee and tax.
Knitting & Crochet Classes in New York City
Knitting 101
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Brooklyn Craft Company · Greenpoint, Brooklyn
Price note: Cost is $45 for three hours of instruction; yarn and needles are purchased separately at a 10% student discount.
Book this class on Brooklyn Craft Company's siteZen Knitting
All levels
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Active Studios NYC · Upper East Side, Manhattan
Price note: Drop-in is $35 per class with a free trial for new students; fees calculated in the Sawyer cart.
Book this class on Active Studios NYC's siteKnitting 101 - Knit Stitch
Beginner
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Knitty City · Upper West Side, Manhattan
Price note: $50 per session; no materials listed on the class page - check site.
Book this class on Knitty City's siteCrochet 101 - Single Crochet
Beginner
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Knitty City · Upper West Side, Manhattan
Price note: $50 per session; no materials listed on the class page - check site.
Book this class on Knitty City's siteLearn to Knit @ Cleo's in Bushwick
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Cleo's Yarn Shop & Cafe · Bushwick, Brooklyn
Price note: $50 per class; a 3-class beginner pack ($100) makes the third session free. Materials are purchased at the shop or brought from home.
Book this class on Cleo's Yarn Shop & Cafe's siteNo classes match those filters.
New York City Knitting & Crochet Classes at a Glance
| Class | Price | Duration | Level | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knitting for Beginners | $350 ($350.00 (in-person); $320 online) | 2 hours | Beginner | — |
| Knitting 101 | $45 (Cost is $45 for three hours of instruction; yarn and needles are purchased separately at a 10% student discount.) | 3 hours | Beginner | Never knitted before, or long-lost knitters needing a refresher |
| Zen Knitting | $35 (Drop-in is $35 per class with a free trial for new students; fees calculated in the Sawyer cart.) | 1h 30m | All levels | Adults who want a calm weekly knitting session |
| Knitting 101 - Knit Stitch | $50 ($50 per session; no materials listed on the class page - check site.) | 1h 30m | Beginner | Absolute beginners |
| Crochet 101 - Single Crochet | $50 ($50 per session; no materials listed on the class page - check site.) | 1h 30m | Beginner | First-time crocheters |
| Learn to Knit @ Cleo's in Bushwick | $50 ($50 per class; a 3-class beginner pack ($100) makes the third session free. Materials are purchased at the shop or brought from home.) | — | Beginner | Complete beginners and people refreshing the basics |
Knitting & Crochet Classes Providers in New York City
| Provider | Level | Price from | Classes | Neighborhood |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The 92nd Street Y | Beginner | $350 | 1 | — |
| Brooklyn Craft Company | Beginner | $45 | 1 | Greenpoint, Brooklyn |
| Active Studios NYC | All levels | $35 | 1 | Upper East Side, Manhattan |
| Knitty City | Beginner | $50 | 2 | Upper West Side, Manhattan |
| Cleo's Yarn Shop & Cafe | Beginner | $50 | 1 | Bushwick, Brooklyn |
Knitting & Crochet Classes by Neighborhood
Bushwick, Brooklyn — 1 class
Greenpoint, Brooklyn — 1 class
Upper East Side, Manhattan — 1 class
Upper West Side, Manhattan — 2 classes
Knitting & Crochet Classes by Level
Beginner — 5 classes
All levels — 1 class
Knitting & Crochet Classes in New York City: FAQs
Do yarn stores in New York City teach knitting and crochet to beginners?
Yes — most yarn shops teach from their own store floor, and beginner sessions assume you've never held needles. Classes are small by design, usually four to eight people.
How much do knitting and crochet classes cost in New York City?
Of the 6 knitting & crochet classes in New York City with a published price, the typical (median) starting price is $50, ranging from $35 to $350. These are the venues' own listed rates, not estimates, and each listing says what the price covers.
Are materials and yarn included in class prices?
For beginners, materials are often included or sold as a kit at the shop — yarn for a first project usually runs $10–$30. The class description says what's covered.
Can I bring my own project and get help with it?
Yes. Most shops run drop-in help sessions where you bring whatever you're working on, and many hold free social circles weekly — bring the project that's stuck and someone will sit down with you.
Do I need any experience before taking a class in New York City?
None. Beginner classes assume zero experience: most people cast on, work their first stitches and bind off in a single session.
A Beginner's Guide to Knitting & Crochet Classes
Walk into almost any yarn store in America and you can be learning to knit within the hour. Most shops teach from their own store floor: you sit at a table with a few other students, the teacher hands you a skein and needles, and by the end of the session you've cast on, worked your first stitches and bound off. Classes are small by design — usually four to eight people — and the teacher is right there when you drop a stitch.
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