Learn to knit colourwork in three weeks
What you'll do
Colourwork is the vivid kind of magic that happens when you use two strands of yarn at the same time to create bright, multi-tonal knitted designs.
If you want to learn how to knit colourwork, but are intimidated by the thought, this three-part course is for you. Learn everything you need to know so you can take on stranded knitting with a classic Fair Isle patterned hat.
This course is suitable for advanced beginners and intermediate knitters who want to try something new. By the end, you'll have learnt all the skills you need to take on bigger colourwork projects, like a classic yoked sweater.
Over the course of three workshops you will:
- Begin with the basics: how to read a pattern, pick your yarns and choose the right colours
- Work through casting on and working with floats
- Discover how to keep even tension and shape your hat
- Brush up on blocking and finishing
The hat comes in three sizes and was designed by Jacki, who's leading the class. So if you've got any questions, you can be sure she'll be able to answer them.
With plenty of tea and snacks on hand, you'll be well fuelled and full of inspiration.
Dates for the early June workshop series are: - 7 June - 21 June - 5 July
Dates for the late June workshop series: - 28 June - 12 July - 28 July
Dates for the September workshop series: - 22 September - 6 October - 20 October
Upcoming dates
What you'll do
Colourwork is the vivid kind of magic that happens when you use two strands of yarn at the same time to create bright, multi-tonal knitted designs.
If you want to learn how to knit colourwork, but are intimidated by the thought, this three-part course is for you. Learn everything you need to know so you can take on stranded knitting with a classic Fair Isle patterned hat.
This course is suitable for advanced beginners and intermediate knitters who want to try something new. By the end, you'll have learnt all the skills you need to take on bigger colourwork projects, like a classic yoked sweater.
Over the course of three workshops you will:
- Begin with the basics: how to read a pattern, pick your yarns and choose the right colours
- Work through casting on and working with floats
- Discover how to keep even tension and shape your hat
- Brush up on blocking and finishing
The hat comes in three sizes and was designed by Jacki, who's leading the class. So if you've got any questions, you can be sure she'll be able to answer them.
With plenty of tea and snacks on hand, you'll be well fuelled and full of inspiration.
Dates for the early June workshop series are: - 7 June - 21 June - 5 July
Dates for the late June workshop series: - 28 June - 12 July - 28 July
Dates for the September workshop series: - 22 September - 6 October - 20 October
How to get there
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Yuup extras
- Yarn, needles, and pattern are all included in the workshop price.
Facilities
- Wheelchair accessible
- Toilets
- Refreshments available
- WiFi
COVID-19 guidelines
- You'll need to wear a mask except when you're enjoying the refreshments. Pre-event lateral flow testing is encouraged. Please don't attend if you're feeling unwell.
On the day
- On-street parking is available nearby or there's paid parking in the Diamond Street car park
- Just bring yourself
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About 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.
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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.
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I really enjoyed the three sessions which were both informative and fun.
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I really enjoyed the three sessions which were both informative and fun.
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