Stranded Colourwork Knitting Workshop | Learn with Kath Andrews

Age: 16 and under are welcome to attend with an accompanying adult. 

Join us for a welcoming and informative workshop led by Kath Andrews, an experienced knitwear designer known for her beautiful, thoughtful patterns and approachable teaching style. This session is perfect for beginners to stranded colourwork or anyone wanting to build confidence with the technique.

What you’ll learn

• How to manage two yarns at once while knitting and purling
• Techniques for maintaining an even tension to create smooth, consistent colourwork
• How to read and follow a colour‑work chart
• Tips for selecting colours with clear tonal contrast for striking results

What to bring

Please bring:

• 4mm knitting needles
• DK yarn in three colours, each with different tonal values

Don’t have suitable yarn? You can pick some up in the shop before the workshop, including:

• Luca‑S Merino DK
• West Yorkshire Spinners ColourLab DK

Whether you’re dreaming of Fair Isle, exploring new techniques, or simply curious, this session with Kath will give you the skills and confidence to begin your colourwork journey.