Knitting Masterclass: Swatching and blocking
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Come along to this workshop led by your experienced hosts, knitwear designer Jacki from the Woolly Badger and yarn shop owner Meg from No Frills Knitting, to learn how swatching and blocking can completely transform your knits.
What to expect:
- Find out what swatching is and why it matters for fit
- Discover how to swatch flat and in the round
- Learn to measure your gauge from your swatch
- Find out what blocking is, how to do it
- Explore how to block different fibres
There'll be plenty of time for questions so you can guarantee you'll leave with the skills and knowledge needed to progress your knitting.
Please note: a minimum of 2 bookings are required for this workshop to run. If this number isn't reached the host will be in touch to discuss re-scheduling.
Age restrictions: 18+
| Adult | £40 |
What people are saying
Jul 2024
Although having knitted for years I have never swatched or blocked. But today I blocked my first ...
Nov 2022
very informative evening with the woolly badger, really enjoyed it
How to get there
Yuup extras
- Snacks, refreshments, and detailed handouts will be provided
Facilities
- Parking
- Refreshments available
- Toilets
- WiFi
On the day
On street parking is available nearby, or you can use nearby paid car parks.
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You'll be hosted by
The Woolly Badger
Jacki (aka The Woolly Badger) is a knitting teacher and designer based in Bristol. She's passionate about encouraging knitters to try out new things. Whether that’s colourwork, lace knitting, adjusting knitting patterns or anything else. Jacki firmly believes nothing in knitting is quite as scary as it seems - she promises!
The Woolly Badger runs knitting workshops in Bristol, both online and in-person. Jacki's friendly and fuss-free approach creates a nurturing environment where guests can build their confidence knitting and learn new skills. 10% of all Woolly Badger sales go to Bluebell Care, a perinatal mental health charity based in Bristol.
Jacki Badger
Jacki is the designer behind The Woolly Badger. This maker's been knitting for more than a decade, designing for a few years, and teaching online workshops since lockdown. Follow Jacki's latest adventures on Instagram or check out her designs on Ravelry.
Any questions?
Ask your question directly to The Woolly Badger.