Join Kirsten to learn how to create your very own arm knitted blanket! Such a fun way to spend an evening, finishing with your very own cosy blanket to take home. There are 17 colours to choose from, subject to availability. Let us know which colour of yarn you would like when booking. What do […]
Join Kirsten to learn how to create your very own arm knitted blanket! Such a fun way to spend an evening, finishing with your very own cosy blanket to take home. There are 17 colours to choose from, subject to availability. Let us know which colour of yarn you would like when booking. What do […]
Join Catherine to learn how to knit! casting on, knit and purl and cast off. DK 4mm or Aran 5mm. 10 people In this session Catherine will teach you how to cast on, knit, purl and cast off. You will have the opportunity to practise those and gain confidence with them. What do I need […]
In this workshop we will use our new knitting skills to learn to make fingerless mittens. We will cover reading a simple pattern, try our first increases and decreases and learn how to finish off our projects. If you are confident with the basic knit stitch and know how to cast on and off, this […]
Do you have knitting projects that you're stuck with? Perhaps a project that has been hidden away for a while because you weren't sure what to do next or how to fix a mistake? Bring your project(s) and ask our expert tutors what to do next! All attendees will get a free goody bag.
Join Catherine for this fabulous workshop introducing you to how to knit a shawl. Catherine will show you different examples of what is possible and will show you how to start your own shawl project. You will be able to take the pattern home with you to finish your shawl. What do I need to […]
Join Catherine to learn how to knit! In this session Catherine will teach you how to cast on, knit, purl and cast off. You will have the opportunity to practise those and gain confidence with them. Adults and children are welcome to attend. We recommend this workshop is suitable for children aged 8+. All children […]
Join Catherine to learn how to knit socks! In this workshop we will discover the various ways of knitting socks and work through a small size sock to practise the techniques. By the end of the workshop you will know how to knit a basic top-down sock, including techniques for turning the heel. You will […]
Join Catherine to learn how to knit stranded colourwork! In this workshop you will learn the techniques used in knitting stranded colourwork. Working through a simple project together you will cover reading colourwork patterns and charts, choosing and managing yarns, and tips for maintaining even tension. By the end of the workshop you will have […]
Joanne Whitehead will show you how to explore adding texture to your knitting using King Cole Merino Blend DK yarn. You will discover how different stitch patterns affect the look and feel of the fabric you create. Who is it for? Confident knitters who want to learn something new. What do I bring? Bring your 4mm knitting […]
Welcome to our new fortnightly pre-social social event! Fibre Friends Skills Hour is for the hour before the Thursday Craft & Chat session and features our local, friendly and knowledgeable yarn expert: Geraldine. Each session she will show you a new skill / aspect of yarn craft. There will be a demonstration and a very […]
Welcome to Fibre Friends Skills Hour! Are you wanting to top up your skills and knowledge with an informal interactive demonstration? Well this is for you! Our lovely friend and expert yarn-fanatic Geraldine will guide you through a different skill every fortnight. You will even receive a free gift as part of your ticket price! […]
Fibre Friends is all about socks for the next three sessions! If it's time for you to master the art of sock knitting, then join Geraldine for three 1 hour sessions with time in between to have a go at home. Session 1 Thursday 27th March - Cast on both of your socks using the […]
Fibre Friends is all about different cast on methods for the next four sessions. Each session is booked separately with a free knitting accessory for each session! Session 1 Thursday 22nd May- Master the method of the knitted picot cast on so you can add this decorative scalloped edge to your knits. Its delicate edge […]
Afternoon Tea with Solstice After the great success of our first afternoon tea event, we are delighted to welcome West Yorkshire Spinners back to Bugweed's! Join the lovely Janice from WYS for Yorkshire tea, cake, cheese and a good old Bugweed's social time of knitting, crocheting and chat! There will be an exclusive trunk show […]
Fibre Friends is all about different cast on methods for the next four sessions. Each session is booked separately with a free knitting accessory for each session! Session 2 Thursday 12th June - Master a range of casting on methods to continue your knitting journey. Geraldine will also discuss the importance of tension squares when […]
Please note that all attendees must have signed a Bugweed’s Limited Disclaimer & Waiver 72 hours before attending any of our events. If you are booking on behalf of someone else please ensure they have signed one
