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Estonia is famous for its beautifully knitted lace shawls from the Haapsalu region. The paper-thin square shawls consist of a number of specific characteristics, among which the ?nupp?, a three-dimensional element that emphasises the lines of the lace. Also, many lace patterns are inspired by flowers. During this workshop about Estonian Lace Knitting you will learn the special cast on, selvedge ...more

All you need to know about how to finish off your garment beautifully - sewing, embellishments and blocking Participants are encouraged to bring their own garments with them and finish them in this workshop. You need to bring Your own work This class is three hours.

With this technique you will be able to seam unbound stitches together invisibly. The workshop will look at and discuss the most common Kitchener Stitches, Stocking, Reverse Stocking, and Garter and reverse Garter. You will receive plenty of help and leave with lots of tips and tricks but need to be at least an intermediate knitter. You will need to bring: Notepad and pen Tapestry needle Kni...more

The class consists of practical information about lopi knitting and the knitting of a tiny classic lopapeysa containing all the elements of a full sized one. Through knitting the miniature version participants will learn techniques necessary to knit a lopapeysa of any size. Techniques covered: German twisted cast on, long-tail cast on in knit and purl, knitting in the round with DPN's or a circu...more

Novice Knitting & a little know how! Aimed at the novice knitter, and those who may have dabbled and given up, or who wish to return or even those who just want to watch and be inspired to take up a craft. Get going with knitting, and a little bit of inspiration. Learn the basics Take two sticks & a ball of yarn, cast on, K & P, drop some stitches, find them again, make some more stitches, do s...more

Miraim is a record breaking speedknitter and will teach her fast knitting method in a one and a half hour class to 15 lucky people. With minimal finger movements and no strain on wrists and shoulders Miriam's method will be very welcome to those knitters who suffer from pain in their joints while knitting. Miriam became the official World's Fastest Knitter in 2006; rewarded with a certificate ...more

This workshop will consider short rows, provisional cast on and grafting, all of which play a part in sideways knitting. See how traditional methods of increase and decrease create different effects when worked side to side. The possibilities are endless for intermediate knitters to increase their ability! You will need to bring: Yarn and needles of the same gauge Any examples of sideways knitt...more

This workshop will open your eyes to designing your own garments in unconventional ways by using small modules and also by using larger pieces knitted in unusual directions to cover your body. The method can also be used on flat items such as afghans, cushions and wall-hangings. Come with an open mind and this could revoluntionise your knitting! Ideally you should have some background knowledge...more