Spend a day learning a new knitting or crochet technique
Nicki is an experienced knitting and crochet tutor. She runs friendly, small-group, one-day workshops where you can learn new techniques and build confidence in your knitting and crochet.
Workshops cost from £62.50 and run from 10:00–16:00 on Saturdays – a relaxed, practical day of knitting or crochet. Places are limited to seven students so that everyone receives plenty of individual help. Workshops take place at the Being Knitterly Studio in Loughborough.
What you can expect from a workshop
- A friendly, relaxed day of knitting or crochet with a small group (limited to seven students).
- Clear demonstrations and step-by-step guidance.
- Plenty of time to practise new techniques and ask questions.
- Individual help if you get stuck.
- Written instructions to take home.
- Homemade soup and cake at lunchtime.
You’ll leave with new skills, written instructions, and the confidence to continue the technique at home.
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Fair Isle Knitting level 1
Level 1 is suitable for knitters with little or no experience of the techniques used in Fair Isle knitting.
Levels 1, 2 and 3 are available at all Fair Isle Knitting workshops.
“I attended Nicki’s Fair Isle workshop as a complete beginner in stranded knitting. Nicki was great, knowledgeable and helpful, and I left feeling confident enough to have a go at a bigger project. Highly recommend it!”
– Sue
Fair Isle Knitting level 2
Level 2 is for knitters who hold one yarn in each hand when working stranded colourwork and would like to try a two-colour rib or working with both yarns in one hand.
Levels 1, 2 and 3 are available at all Fair Isle Knitting workshops.
“I recently attended Nicki’s Fair Isle knitting workshop. It was such an enjoyable day, as Nicki is a calm and patient teacher, which meant the workshop was relaxing, as well as informative. It was lovely chatting to other knitters, and the homemade soup and cake were an unexpected bonus. I would highly recommend this workshop.”
– Jane
Fair Isle Knitting level 3
Level 3 is suitable for knitters who are confident holding one yarn in each hand when working stranded colourwork, and would like to knit and finish a steek.
Levels 1, 2 and 3 are available at all Fair Isle Knitting workshops.
“I came away with more confidence for my Fair Isle knitting journey and lots of practical hints and tips. The highlight for me was the steeking exercise! Thank you Nicki!”
– Diane
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Modular Knitting level 1
Level 1 is suitable for knitters who are confident with casting on, casting off, and working in garter and stocking stitch.
Levels 1 and 2 are available at all Modular Knitting workshops.
“I can fully recommend this workshop. I am a relatively inexperienced knitter, but Nicki explained the technique very patiently and supplied written instructions too. After a most enjoyable day, I came away with a very attractive sample and the ability and enthusiasm to try different effects at home.”
– Diane
Modular Knitting level 2
Level 2 is suitable for knitters who have knitted basic mitred squares (in garter stitch with one mitre) and are confident with knitting in the round.
Levels 1 and 2 are available at all Modular Knitting workshops.
“It was challenging but Nicki was encouraging, patient and helpful when I got stuck. Since the day I have continued to practice using the pattern and instructions which Nicki provides and I’m glad to be making progress.”
– Carol
Sock Knitting workshop
This workshop is suitable for knitters who can cast on, knit, purl, work in stocking stitch and rib, and decrease.
“Nicki’s endless patience and detailed preparation allowed everyone to learn and practice enough to finish a sample sock and to go home ready to tackle an adult sock.”
– Joanna
Knitwear Finishing Techniques workshop
This workshop is suitable for knitters who have knitted one or more garments and would like to improve their finishing techniques.
“Nicki’s Finishing Techniques workshop was just what I needed. Thanks to this well-paced, practical day workshop, I’ve learned the skills needed to make up that jumper-in-bits that’s been languishing in my yarn cupboard for months.”
– Jayne
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