This month we’re loving...
...Closer, the new book
by Kim Hargreaves
Discover a softer side with this wonderful
collectionof greatknitsfilledwithrichstitchesWHAT’S NEW
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5 May,5:30pm
KNITTING WORKSHOP
ArtHaus – Fazeley Studios, 191 Fazeley Street, Birmingham
Come along to one of four fantastic workshops where you can improve
techniques and knitting, and work on a project. Hosted by tutor Zarina Keyani,
it’s recommended that you attend at least two sessions out of the four, this is
to ensure completion of your project. Tea and co ee will be provided. Please
note that prior booking is essential on Eventbrite.
Workshops cost £20 each. For further details visit bit.ly/2uLzJOV or
contact Jo on 0770 7278398 for more information.9-10 May, 10am-5pm (4pm on Sunday)
BUXTON WOOL GATHERING
Buxton Pavilion Gardens, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 6BE
After the success of last year, Buxton Wool Gathering is back for 2020 in the
stunning Peak District. Exhibitors for this year include The Yarn Badger, Sable
Yarns and Debonnaire Yarns, plus so many more exciting names!
Tickets start from £5 per person. For more visit http://www.buxtonwool.co.uk.9-10 May
CORNISH FIBRE FESTIVAL
Royal Cornwall Showground Exhibition Centre, Whitecross,
Wadebridge PL27 7JE
Set in an inspiring backdrop of the Cornish countryside, and with over 50
exhibitors from the world of fibre and yarn, the Cornish Fibre Festival is a treat
for any knitter. This fab festival has been designed with access to all, and
there will even be quiet mornings to give you a chance to browse the stalls and
products before the gates o cially open. Onsite camping is also available.
Tickets start from £10. For more visit bit.ly/2FTqWgl.16-17 May
WOOL @ JUNCTION 13
Lower Drayton Farm, Penkridge, Sta ordshire ST19 5RE
Featuring workshops and street food, this jam-packed weekend is a yarn-fest
for all the family to enjoy. Keep an eye out on the main website for the list of
exhibitors and workshops for this year. The event is easily accessible from
Junction 13 on the M6. There will also be a free car park for visitors and a free
tractor and trailer ride from the car park to the event site!
Tickets start from £5.50 for one day and £9 for the whole weekend when
booked in advance online. For further information visit http://www.wool-j13.uk.17 May
WILD ABOUT WOOL
The Watershed, Slaithwaite, West Yorkshire HD7 5JN
You’re welcome to come along to this annual pop-up yarn market held in The
Watershed studio. Amongst the bustling diverse crowd, peruse squishy skeins,
discuss favourite new products and even swap unwanted yarn.
For more visit http://www.kcguild.org.uk/events/archive/2020?&page=5.GUIDE TO
MAY
Simply Knitting’s
Let detail-laden designs fill your needles with this stunning
collection of multi-seasonal knits from top designer,
Kim Hargreaves. Her latest book, Closer (£10.95), is a
collection of hats, scarves, shawls and cowls, each one
designed in a single shade from a very muted palette –
perfect for matching all sorts of winter wear. Navigate your
way through the intricacies of pretty lace and twisted rib
alongside simple rib and stocking stitch – there’s something
for everyone. For enquiries email kim@kimhargreaves.
co.uk. The book is available from http://www.kimhargreaves.
co.uk and http://www.blacksheepwools.com.Finish o the colder months with a flurry of wonderful flu ! Rico Petit
Lapin (£7.99 for 100g) is a new indulgently furry yarn that adds a
delightful new element to your knits. It’s soft as a rabbit (hence the
name) and it comes in a range of eight di erent colours from Cream,
Pink and Mustard, to Grey, Brown and Anthracite. We love it for creating
cosy cardis, plush hats and making adorable toys.
You can discover the full range at http://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk.Have a fab time
at Buxton Wool
Gathering 2020!all the
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events!Soft Rico Petit
Lapin comes in
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