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2025 Holidays
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Make 2025 a year of truly unforgettable crafting experiences with our carefully curated selection of holidays! Join us on a journey of exploration as we discover more about the unique crafting heritage and fascinating techniques used in destinations such as the Faroe Islands, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam. Or, why not hone your skills alongside fellow enthusiasts closer to home with our collection of UK breaks? Expert-led workshops are included on every holiday, and with the chance to enjoy textile-themed excursions and exclusive fabric shopping opportunities on selected tours, let our 2025 holidays inspire you! Booking early guarantees your place and gives you more time to save, so start planning today and get your future discovery in the calendar…
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11 Holidays available from £579pp
See the famous Ring of Kerry and enjoy a guided tour of Kerry Woollen Mills on this County Kerry knitting holiday with our knitting expert
- 7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 2 evening meals
- Excursions and entrance fees
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- 1 full-day workshop and 2 half-day workshops, kit included
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- 2025 14th July 6th October
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Discover the rugged beauty and rich knitting history of the remote Faroe Islands under the guidance of local expert, Katrina í Geil.
- Return flights from Edinburgh to Vagar with 1 piece of hold luggage
- 7 nights bed and breakfast in 4-star accommodation
- Welcome and farewell dinners at the hotel
- 5 half-day knitting workshops with Katrina í Geil, kit included
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- 1 full-day and 1 half-day sightseeing tour, including visits to local textile designers
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- 2025 11th August
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Alongside Mandy Shaw, visit the ‘Floating Garden’ of Madeira during the famous Flower Festival and explore the city of Funchal.
- 7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 7 evening meals including a Folklore Dinner
- 1 full-day and 2 half-day workshops with Mandy Shaw, kit included
- Workshop at local embroidery factory
- Tips for the guide and coach drivers
- Coach transport as detailed in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 29th April
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Exploring the Connemara countryside and the island of Inis Oírr, home to the traditional style of Aran knitting, join us in wonderful Galway.
- 5 nights half-board accommodation
- 1 lunch
- Expert-led knitting and crochet workshops with Carol
- Entrance fees and excursions
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 13th April
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Get to know other stitchers and discover stunning sights of Prague on a stitching holiday centred around the Brno Patchwork Meeting.
- 6 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 2 evening meals
- 2 full-day hand-sewing workshops with Karin Hellaby, kit included
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Excursions, entrance fees and coach travel as described in the itinerary
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- 2025 22nd April
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Discover the breathtaking Shetland Islands, whose past is interwoven with a rich history of wool, textiles and inimitable Fair Isle technique.
- 5 nights half-board accommodation
- 2 half-day workshops on Shetland Fair Isle
- 2 half-day workshops on Shetland Lace
- Entrance fees and excursions
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 18th June 27th August
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Take some time out from the hustle and bustle of daily life and join Emma on this relaxing weekend retreat dedicated to beginner’s crochet.
- 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- 2 days tuition with Emma Leith
- Complimentary WiFi
- Tea and coffee during workshops
- Kit with a ball of chunky yarn and hooks included for the first part of the course
- Use of the hotel leisure facilities (subject to availability); gym, heated indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room
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- 2025 4th April
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Join our expert in Armenia, discovering Armenian embroidery, the local textiles, historical and cultural landmarks, and stitching workshops.
- 8 nights bed and breakfast accomodation
- 3 lunches and 4 dinners
- Textile workshops with local artisans
- Workshops with our expert, kit included
- Local English-speaking guide throughout the tour
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Private coach transfers throughout
- Excursions and entrance fees
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- 2025 22nd September
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Join Karin Hellaby on this exploration of Sri Lanka's arts and crafts, visiting artisans in Colombo, Kandy and Galle.
- 12 nights half-board accommodation
- 3 half-day workshops with Karin Hellaby, kit included
- Travel by air-conditioned coach
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- English speaking local guide
- Excursions and entrance fees as described in the itinerary
- Tips for local driver, guides and restaurant staff for included meals
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- 2025 18th January 19th January
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Join our expert on this superb textile holiday to Vietnam, showcasing the rich colours and cultural highlights of this truly fascinating country.
- International flights from London to Hanoi and Danang to London, with 1 piece of checked luggage
- Economy class internal flight Hanoi to Hue with 1 piece of hold luggage
- 13 nights bed and breakfast accommodation in 4-star hotels
- 9 lunches and 5 dinners
- 3 half-day hand-sewing workshops, kit included
- Private transport with air conditioning
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- English-speaking local guide
- All entrance fees, workshops and sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary
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- 2025 11th November 12th November
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Join Jane Crowfoot in Zurich with a visit to the Swiss Yarn Festival, two full-day workshops and a day exploring this picturesque city included!
- 6 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 2 evening meals
- 2 full-day workshops with Jane Crowfoot, kit and refreshments included
- Excursions and entrance fees, including the Swiss Yarn Festival
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Coach transfers as described in the itinerary
Availability:
- 2025 1st April
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Each holiday is accompanied by a passionate, enthusiastic expert who specialises in their craft, allowing you to learn different techniques and improve your skills from the best!
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