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:
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.
Session dates are: Monday 21st Oct, Monday 4th November, Monday 18th November.
For the 2025 running, dates are: Monday 6th and 20th Jan, and 3rd Feb.
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 | Β£85 |
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Jacki is friendly, very knowledgeable and helpfull.
This was a great course. Jackie was brilliant and very patient as I have dyslexia so I sometimes ...
Really looking forward to subsequent sessions - greatvtea hi g and lovely atmosphere
Could not fault anything. Absolutely brilliant.
Jacki is friendly, very knowledgeable and helpfull.
This was a great course. Jackie was brilliant and very patient as I have dyslexia so I sometimes struggle to read the pattern, but this was a great course to dip your toe into colour working.
Really looking forward to subsequent sessions - greatvtea hi g and lovely atmosphere
Could not fault anything. Absolutely brilliant.
I really enjoyed the three sessions which were both informative and fun.
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 thatβs 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 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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