
Saturday Workshops
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Slip Stitch Knitting
Saturday 11 April
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Carcoar Primary SchoolWould you like to extend your colourwork knitting skills and look really clever by bringing embellishment and pattern to your fabric? Slip stitch knitting is easier to work than fair isle and gives the impression that you have handled 2 colours per row…
Tutor: Robynn El Ross
Cost: $75 pp -
Learn to Read Crochet Patterns
Saturday 11 April
9:30 am – 11:30 am
Shalom House of PrayerHave fun learning to understand how crochet patterns work. You will learn the terminology and what it means, and we'll work on a small project as we go to make sure that everything is clear. The kit provided includes yarn and hooks, which are yours to take home...
Tutor: Donna McGregor
Cost: $65 -
Learn to Spin
Saturday 11 April
9:30 am – 12 noon
Stage of SoAHSpin your own yarn! Learn how to transform fluff into yarn using the simple spindle and your own creative passion. Leave with everything you need to continue your spinning journey, supported by your enthusiastic and experienced teacher, Francie Goudie…
Tutor: Francie Goudie
Cost: $55 pp -
Beginner Weaving - Saturday
Saturday 11 April
9:30 am – 3:00 pm (with a half hour break)
Rear of the Royal HotelDiscover the time-honoured craft of textile weaving in this 4.5 hour workshop. Learn to weave on a Rigid Heddle loom to create your own beautiful wool blend scarf in just 4 hours! All materials and loan loom provided…
Tutor: Rebecca Muscat
Cost: $140 pp -
Beginner’s Bobbin Lace
Saturday 11 April
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Old Post Office Guest House VerandaBobbin lace is a wonderful old craft that is still being made round the world. Traditionally it was and is made of very fine thread, often on roller pillows - mostly made by women. Today many different threads are used, including wool…
Tutors: Amanda Wilson, Tanya Percy and Elizabeth Allen
Cost: $75 pp -
Learn to Knit Fair Isle
Saturday 11 April
10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Carcoar Primary SchoolWould you like to learn to knit with two colours at the same time? This fun two-hour class will give you all the skills you need to knit your own Fair Isle project from the many traditional and modern patterns available…
Tutor: Sue Hobbs (@spinknitsuehobbs)
Cost: $$75 pp -
Amigurumi Workshop
Saturday 11 April
10:30am – 4:00pm
Shalom House of PrayerIn this class, you will learn to follow the commonly used amigurumi instructions, the general concept & construction, key crochet technique, final assembly and some great tips and tricks. The fun is limitless as you create your own amigurumi creature…
Tutor: Amanda Jackson
Cost: $185 (including kit) -
Lyndy & Neville
Saturday 11 April
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Carcoar Primary SchoolMeet Lyndy the Lovable Bunny! Luna is an adorable, crocheted rabbit, perfect for anyone looking to improve their crochet skills or create a sweet gift for a loved one. You'll not only master the art of crochet, but also have your very own lovable bunny friend! …
Tutor: Hanna Smith
Cost: $80 pp -
Beginners: Please Teach Me to Knit
Saturday 11 April
11:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Carcoar Primary SchoolCast on, knit and purl stitch, 1x1 and 2x2 rib and simple lace with a yfwd/yo (yarn forward / yarn over) plus a knit bind off will be taught by creating a sampler for reference. This session will be spent practising these skills after modelling and instruction…
Tutor: Robynn El Ross
Cost: $85 pp -
Beginners Granny Square
Saturday 11 April
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Shalom House of PrayerThere are few places better to start crocheting than the classic granny square. You will learn the basic techniques you'll need to get started on any beginner project, while creating colourful squares that could grow into your very own granny square blanket! …
Tutor: Donna McGregor
Cost: $45 -
Learn Two-Colour Brioche Knitting
Saturday 11 April
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Carcoar Primary SchoolWould you like to learn how to create beautiful two-colour brioche knitting? This class will teach you how, starting with the basics - brioche knit and brioche purl - and then moving on to learn the four-part dance that creates this fabulous two colour, double-sided fabric…
Tutor: Sue Hobbs
Cost: $100 pp -
Beginner Tote Bag Crochet
Saturday 11 April
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Carcoar Primary SchoolJoin us for a fun and engaging 2-hour crochet class designed especially for beginners! In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to craft a chic tote bag from start to finish using only simple stitches like double crochet and chain…
Tutor: Hanna Smith
Cost: $80 pp -
Knitting Tips and Tricks
Saturday 11 April
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Carcoar Primary SchoolWould you like to feel organised, spend money wisely on tools and fibre, start a relevant personal knitting library and learn some fabulous tips to make you a competent, confident knitter whose finished products look professional?...
Tutor: Robynn El Ross
Cost: $35 pp
Sunday Workshops
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Design and Knit your own Cowl
Sunday 12 April
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Carcoar Primary SchoolDo you need to stash bust with a purpose? Have you bought that gorgeous skein without a plan to use it? Fill a basket with a few favourite skeins in the same ply and Robynn will lead you on a design journey…
Tutor: Robynn El Ross
Cost: $75 pp -
Colour Handling in Spinning
Sunday 12 April
9:30 am – 12 noon
Stage of SoAHAs spinners, we have so many options when it comes to colour - all of the beautiful bright fibre available to us! But it's easy to get overwhelmed, and it can be challenging to keep on track as we move from fibre to yarn to eventual project…
Tutor: Francie Goudie
Cost: $75 pp -
Discover Texture: Waffle Stitch
Sunday 12 April
10:00 am – 12 noon
Carcoar Court HouseReady to add depth and dimension to your crochet projects? This hands-on class will teach you waffle stitch which uses a combination of 'standard' and front post treble crochet (US double crochet) stitches to produce a wonderfully squishy texture…
Tutor: Hannah Smith
Cost: $80 pp -
Beginners Weaving - Sunday
Sunday 12 April
9:30 am – 3:00 pm (with a half hour break)
Rear of the Royal HotelDiscover the time-honoured craft of textile weaving in this 4.5 hour workshop. Learn to weave on a Rigid Heddle loom to create your own beautiful wool blend scarf in just 4 hours! All materials and loan loom provided…
Tutor: Rebecca Muscat
Cost: $140 pp -
Persian Tile Squares
Sunday 12 April
9:30 am – 3:00 pm (with a half hour break)
Venue TBACreate mesmerising hexagons, squares and triangles in a variety of colour. In this workshop you will crochet enough triangle motifs to make the front of a square cushion cove, while being provided with a kit that includes everything you need to get started! …
Tutor: Donna McGregor
Cost: $130 -
Continental Knit and Purl
Sunday 12 April
10:00 pm – 12 noon
Carcoar Primary SchoolThis knitting style is worked with the yarn in your left hand rather than the right. The movement is smooth, efficient, easy on your hands, and enjoyable. We will explore the knit stitch and three versions of purl – standard, combination, and Norwegian…
Tutor: Sue Hobbs
Cost: $75 -
Intermediate Bobbin Lace
Sunday 12 April
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Old Post Office Guest House VerandaBobbin lace is a wonderful old craft that is still being made round the world. Traditionally it was and is made of very fine thread, often on roller pillows - mostly made by women. Today many different threads are used, including wool…
Tutors: Amanda Wilson, Tanya Percy and Elizabeth Allen
Cost: $75 pp -
Cast On / Bind Off
Sunday 12 April
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Carcoar Primary SchoolCentering around the modern choices available to start and end your garment professionally, so that it's ‘fit for purpose’. Robynn shares some disasters, and how a little knowledge and effort brings personal satisfaction and competition ribbons…
Tutor: Robynn El Ross
Cost: $75 pp -
Turkish Spindle Spinning
Sunday 12 April
12:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Stage of SoAHTurkish Spindles are an ancient tool that is uniquely suited to modern spinning. Convenient, portable and quite frankly adorable, there's so much to love about the Turkish Spindle. And with the right tips and techniques, it can become a truly productive tool…
Tutor: Francie Goudie
Cost: $75 pp
Details To Be Confirmed
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Spinning Taster
30 minute sessions with Rachael Honeyman from House of Wool
Get a feel for spinning with a wheel. Try the ancient craft of spinning using fleece and spin your first yarn. Wheels and fleece provided. Just bring yourself.
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Southern Cross Crochet Blanket
With Kathryn Duffy from Gather Make Give
This class is a chance to connect with other crocheters and work on a classic project that uses a few interesting techniques that looks stunning.
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Sunburst Crochet Blanket
With Kathryn Duffy from Gather Make Give
This class is a chance to connect with other crocheters and work on a classic project that uses a few interesting techniques that looks stunning.
Workshops times vary, so please check the schedules. Class cancellation will be at the determination of Festival Management. Signups will be accepted on the day of the event. Please consider the information provided by the teacher when choosing your workshop.