Workshops and Events

VIRTUAL KNIT NIGHTS

Join us for a social evening of knitting and fun. Bring your wool and needles, and let us knit together. All skill levels welcome!

Our Virtuals are currently on a hiatus while we are restructuring our online events and activities. Please check back on this site for updates.  

IN STORE KNIT NIGHTS

Join us for a social evening of knitting and fun. Bring your wool and needles, and let us knit together. All skill levels welcome!

When: The third Thursday of each month, 19:00 - 21:00pm PLEASE NOTE Summer Holiday in July and August.
Fee: Suggested donation of £3 to cover snacks and beverages.

WORKSHOP: THE ART OF DARNING WITH EMMA MATHEWS

Socko is on a mission! This is because the most sustainable clothes are the ones we already own. If we can extend the lives of the things we have and embrace a more conscious consumer mindset, we will have a positive effect on people and our planet. Not to mention that darning is highly therapeutic, rewarding and is a commitment of care that brings us closer to our possessions.

The workshop is designed to be an introduction to darning for complete beginners. It’s suitable for all levels of textile know-how, from those who have never threaded a needle to avid knitters. The session teaches the fundamentals of how to create a secure mend and sparks inspiration for the versatility of the technique. It’s a fun, hands-on, informal session that spreads the joy of bringing life back to damaged clothing - combining form and function in a way that will serve you for years to come.

During this 2 1/2 hour workshop, we'll start with a brief history of techniques from different cultures and look at examples and tools. The majority of the time will then be practical as Socko founder Emma teaches you how to darn your own clothing. You're welcome to bring items of your own that need mending, there'll be fabric to practise on. and you'll go home not only with your acquired skills but with your very own mending kit as well.

Your teacher Emma is the founder of sustainable British sock brand Socko. She’s a life-long maker and is passionate about the positive, mindful impact craft can have on our wellbeing. Previous students say:

"Fantastic darning course that took an absolute beginner like me to darning my first sock. Emma is a wonderful teacher providing her knowledge, tips and tricks in a way that is engaging and easy to understand."
Mary D

"I’m a keen knitter, and have blindly attempted repairs before, but I was blown away by Emma’s workshop. It was well thought-out and sensitive to different people’s craft experiences. I would recommend it to everyone!"
Daniel


As always, students receive 10% off on purchases made on the day of the workshop. And of course, there is tea and nibbles available during class.


When: Sunday November 16th 2025, 12:00noon – 14:30pm
Fee: £60

WORKSHOP: DROP YOUR SPINDLE - BEGINNERS' INTRODUCTION TO SPINNING WITH SOFIA OTTERBECK

Learn to spin yarn on a drop spindle! The drop spindle is one of the oldest tools known to man, used to twist fiber to make them stronger for all kind of purposes. Using a drop spindle is a simple, beginner-friendly method that allows you to try out hand spinning without the huge investment of a spinning wheel. You can use it with all sorts of fibres: wool tops, alpaca and plant fibres, whatever you have in your fibre stash. In this practical, hands-on workshop, you’ll go from fleece to finished yarn in just one session.

Included  is your very own hand spinning kit: a drop spindle and 100g of undyed wool ready for you to create the most wonderful yarn unique to you!
At the heart of this workshop is of course mastering the drop spindle itself and the art of spinning thread. You'll also gain proficiency in plying your spun thread to yarn, and by the end, you'll walk away with everything you need to know to continue your spinning journey at home.

We will cover:
Spinning singles using a drop spindle
Controlling twist and drafting
Plying and finishing your yarn

Sofia’s love for working with textile fibres was ignited at a young age. Throughout her life, she’s been surrounded by crafting women who are committed to preserving old crafts and knowledge and she’s always been an eager learner. In 2018 Sofia decided to leave her career as a teacher, dedicating all her time to focus on knitting and spinning yarn, and to passionately communicate all her knowledge to others. Sofia’s mission is helping people discover their creative potential and uncover new ways to express themselves through the art of fibre and knitting.

As always, students receive 10% off on purchases made on the day of the workshop. And of course, there is tea and nibbles available during class.


When: Sundays September 28th 2025, 13:30pm - 15:00pm
or Sunday November 2nd 2025, 13:30pm - 15:00pm
Fee: £75

WORKSHOP: BEGINNERS' KNITTING WITH NESSA HUBBARD

Always wanted to learn how to knit? This fun and friendly course will take you from novice to natural in just three weeks!

During this basic workshop, you will learn:
How to cast on
How to knit
How to purl
How to Rib
How to Moss
How to cast off
Hints and tips on how to create a knitted fabric you will enjoy

This workshop is for absolute beginners and those who need a reminder of the basics – but rest assure you don't even need to ever have touched knitting needles before! You will receive support and hands-on help from your friendly teacher as you learn fundamental techniques and best practise – get ready to unleash your inner knitter! At the end you will have built up your confidence to move on exploring more adventurous stitches and to tackle your first proper project.

Nessa is well experienced in the world of making, she is on a mission to build a community of makers, one project at a time, helping individuals turn their ideas into reality. She will help you get your hands moving and accomplish your goals in making. She’ll hold your hand throughout your journey and with her 50 years of textiles and 15 years of teaching experience, you will achieve your dream.

Materials needed for the workshop are: 2x 50g DK yarn, 4mm knitting needles, stitch markers and a darning needle. Bring your own or buy our Starter's Kit on the day. As always, students receive 10% off on purchases made on the day of the workshop. And of course, there is tea and nibbles available during class.


When: Sundays September 7th/14th/21st 2025, 13:30pm - 15:30pm
or Sundays November 30th and December 7th/14th 2025, 13:30pm - 15:30pm
Fee: £100

WORKSHOP: BEGINNERS' CROCHET WITH NESSA HUBBARD

Always wanted to learn how to crochet? This fun and friendly course will take you from novice to natural in just three weeks!

During this basic workshop, you will learn:
How to chain
How to make basic stitches - single, double and treble crochet
How to make a granny square
How to make an amigurumi sphere

This workshop is for absolute beginners and those who need a reminder of the basics – but rest assure you don't even need to ever have touched a crochet hook before! You will receive support and hands-on help from your friendly teacher as you learn fundamental techniques and best practice – get ready to unleash your inner hooker! At the end you will have built up your confidence to move on exploring more adventurous stitches and to tackle your first proper project.

Nessa is well experienced in the world of making, she is on a mission to build a community of makers, one project at a time, helping individuals turn their ideas into reality. She will help you get your hands moving and accomplish your goals in making. She’ll hold your hand throughout your journey and with her 50 years of textiles and 15 years of teaching experience, you will achieve your dream.

Materials needed for the workshop are: 2x 50g DK yarn, a 4mm crochet hook, opening stitch marker and a darning needle. Bring your own or buy our Starter's Kit on the day. As always, students receive 10% off on purchases made on the day of the workshop. And of course, there is tea and nibbles available during class.


When: Sundays September 7th/14th/21st 2025, 16:00pm - 18:00pm
or Sundays November 30th and December 7th/14th 2025, 16:00pm - 18:00pm
Fee: £100

WORKSHOP: NEXT STEPS IN KNITTING WITH NESSA HUBBARD

Ready to grow your skills beyond the basics? In this 3-week intermediate course, you’ll knit a single, stripey fingerless mitten designed to stretch your technique and leave you with something beautiful to wear. Perfectly designed to pack all those essential skills into one workshop, the mitten we are working on will introduce you to several techniques for you to sink your needles into.

Each section focuses on a different intermediate technique — from colourwork to lace, to twisted stitches and cables — all wrapped into a tidy, modern mitten. You’ll begin with a neat tubular cast-on and include shaping, seaming, and finishing tips. Then, use your class notes and pattern to knit the second mitten at home, being ready to embark on larger projects incorporating said techniques.

During this workshop, you will learn:
Tubular cast-on
Simple Fair Isle/stranded colourwork
Lace techniques (increases and decreases)
Cables and twisted stitches
Mattress stitch and weaving in ends

Nessa is well experienced in the world of making, she is on a mission to build a community of makers, one project at a time, helping individuals turn their ideas into reality. She will help you get your hands moving and accomplish your goals in making. She’ll hold your hand throughout your journey and with her 50 years of textiles and 15 years of teaching experience, you will achieve your dream.

Materials needed for the workshop are: 50g and 10g Aran yarn in two different colours, 5mm knitting needles, 2 stitch markers and a darning needle. Bring your own, or buy our Mitten Kit on the day. As always, students receive 10% off on purchases made on the day of the workshop. And of course, there is tea and nibbles available during class.


When: Sundays October 12th/19th/26th 2025, 16:00pm – 18:00pm
Fee: £100

WORKSHOP: NEXT STEPS IN CROCHET WITH NESSA HUBBARD

You know the basics, got your chains, singles and doubles in a row - but where to next?
Over three sessions Nessa will guide you from start to finish through a range of textural stitches, crafting a beautifully textured crochet pouch while mastering a variety of stunning techniques:

During this workshop, you will learn:
The Ripple Stitch
Three types of 'bobble' - the Puff, the Bobble and the Popcorn
Drop-Down Stitches
Assembling your pouch and crafting a custom cord for the drawstring closure 

Nessa is well experienced in the world of making, she is on a mission to build a community of makers, one project at a time, helping individuals turn their ideas into reality. She will help you get your hands moving and accomplish your goals in making. She’ll hold your hand throughout your journey and with her 50 years of textiles and 15 years of teaching experience, you will achieve your dream.

Materials needed for the workshop are: approx. 3 colours each of approx. 20g DK yarn, a 4mm crochet hook, opening stitch markers and a darning needle. Bring your own or buy our Workshop Kit on the day. As always, students receive 10% off on purchases made on the day of the workshop. And of course, there is tea and nibbles available during class.


When: Sundays October 12th/19th/26th 2025, 13:30pm – 15:30pm
Fee: £100

KNIT CALM: A ONE DAY RETREAT ABOUT KNITTING AND THE MIND

We’ve all heard the sayings so many times - knitting soothes the soul, breathing through the stitches, holding on to my needles - but what does that actually mean?
Join us for a one day retreat where we delve into personal stories and science to explore and understand how the act of knitting generates calm and is beneficial for our mental health. A tool in our mental wellbeing tool box that can be utilised in managing stress, overwhelm and crisis - and to bring joy!

In beautiful surroundings, an intimate small group of like minded people, through our talks, the reflections in our gathering circle, sharing a warm comforting meal together and the opportunity to be immersed in a soothing sound bath, we truly aim to create a magical event that will leave you inspired, informed, calm and with a joyful heart!

When: Sunday February 22nd 2026.
Where: The oasis that is the BLESS Warehouse, hidden away in the urban backlands of Hackney E5.
Exact address will be shared with attendees before the event.
Fee: £505 - We want to make this retreat as accessible as possible. We know how hard things are for some people right now and we want to do what we can to help. We are offering the option to split the payment in two installments if needed, and for those who might find cost or other challenges a barrier to attending, we have one concession space free of charge available.

Sunday Surgery

 

SUNDAY SURGERY: FIX YOUR PROJECT

Did you get yourself into a tangle, any dropped stitches, a pattern you don't understand or a new technique you can't wrap your head around? Knit With Attitude's Sunday Surgeries to the rescue!

How it works: Book your Sunday Slot, then send us an email describing what you need help with (so we can prepare).

Nessa Hubbard is an experienced knitter and crocheter with a wealth of knowledge, she is patient and welcoming, and will make sure you leave with the skills you need to fix your problem and venture further into the wonderful world of knitting and crochet.


When: Sundays March 16th and 23rd.
Fee: £15

THE SMALL PRINT:

Please note that we do not teach children's workshops at Knit with attitude and our minimum age requirement is 15 years old. Please DO NOT book for anyone younger than this as they will not be allowed to attend the workshop.

Courses and workshops are payable in full on booking. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your booking at minimum two weeks before the event to receive a full refund. For later cancellations, your place needs to be filled by another student for a refund to be issued. We reserve the right to cancel a class in unusual circumstances. We try to avoid this wherever possible, but sometimes it cannot be avoided. In this situation, of course, a full refund will be given. We're sorry, but Knit with attitude can not be held responsible for weather conditions or any other situations that are out of our control.

Retreats Terms and Conditions
Your Retreat place is secured and reserved by paying a 20% non-refundable deposit of the total ticket price per guest. This deposit is non-transferable. Payment of deposit is agreement to book and pay for the event in full. In the event you need to cancel, please refer to the cancellation policy below.

The balance payment is due no later than 5 weeks prior to the retreat (an exact date will be given for the retreat you book). If we do not receive your balance payment, your place may be given to another guest. Bookings made less than 5 weeks prior to the retreat must be paid for in full at the time of booking.

We accept no liability for loss, damage, injury or illness whilst you are on the retreat with us, or for any travel costs to or from the retreat site.

We are exempt from fulfilling our contractual obligations for causes that could not be anticipated and/or are beyond our control, including an act of God, act of man, act of parliament, and other impersonal events or occurrences.

Retreats Cancellation Policy
Deposits are non-refundable. 

If you are unable to attend the retreat we will do our best to fill your spot and refunds less the deposit will be offered if cancellation is a minimum of 5 weeks prior to the event. If cancellation occurs less than 5 weeks prior to the retreat we will try our best to fill your spot and if we are successful we can refund you the cost less the deposit. If we are not successful in filling your space, no part of the retreat fee will be refundable. 

In the unlikely event that Knit With Attitude has to cancel the retreat you will receive a full refund of the retreat fee. We will not be held liable for any other costs or expenses that you may incur.

Once the retreat has commenced, no refund or part refund or unused portion of your retreat will be repaid in the event of cancellation by you. Please note that no alterations to the price of the retreat can be made if you are not able to attend the whole retreat.