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Emma Leith

6 tours from £499pp

Expert Overview

Emma Leith is a crochet designer, author and regular contributor to Simply Crochet Magazine (Immediate Media). Her work is a celebration of colour and an expression of her desire to create meaning and joy in all that she does. Inspired by Einsteins quote “Creativity is contagious pass it on” participants in her workshops feel treasured and valued by her happy demeanour and upbeat approach. Emma’s focus on the mindfulness aspect of working with yarn and colour gives an added dimension to her classes where participants enjoy a warm welcome, a space to breathe and a boost in confidence.

Internationally renowned for her yarn-bombing exploits Emma has worked on numerous large scale commissioned yarn installations and gives regular talks and presentations on this popular movement. She works closely with Rico Design Yarns, Deramores and Simply Crochet producing projects that keep crochet fresh and exciting as it continues to enjoy its resurgence in popularity.

6 Holidays available from £499pp

Patchwork & Quilting
Festival

By far the most popular event in our programme, Stitchtopia Festival is back! This is the ultimate weekend residential event for all crafters.

  • 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
  • Up to 4 half-day workshops with our experts, kit cost extra
  • Unlimited tea and coffee during workshop breaks
  • Evening talks and entertainment

Availability:

  • 2026 6th March
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NEW

Enjoy two days with Emma Leith, working on a beautiful mandala that will be the centrepiece of any table setting.

  • 2 days tuition with Emma Leith, kit included
  • 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
  • Tea/coffee during workshops
  • Complimentary WIFI
  • Services of an experienced Retreat Manager

Availability:

  • 2026 30th October
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Escape to the rugged Shetland Islands, where the rhythmic waves of the North Atlantic meet the tranquil art of crochet.

  • 4 half-day workshops with Emma, kit included
  • 5 nights hotel with Scottish breakfast
  • 1 lunch and 5 3-course dinners with coffee
  • Entrance fees and excursions as described in the itinerary
  • Services of an experienced Tour Manager

Availability:

  • 2026 19th August
Travel Options
  • By Air By Air
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Build up your confidence with colour by making a variety of crochet baskets, before using all your newfound skills to make a shoulder bag.

  • 2 days tuition, kits included
  • Tea/coffee during workshops
  • 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
  • Access to Health Club including indoor pool, gym and steam room
  • Services of an experienced Retreat Manager

Availability:

  • 2025 24th October
Travel Options
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Take some time out from the hustle and bustle of daily life and join Emma Leith on a relaxing weekend retreat dedicated to beginner's crochet.

  • 2 days of tuition with Emma Leith
  • Kit with a ball of chunky yarn and hooks included for the first part of the course
  • 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
  • Tea and coffee during workshops
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Services of an experienced Retreat Manager

Availability:

  • 2026 2nd October
Travel Options
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On this fantastic craft weekend alongside expert Emma Leith, learn how to make an assortment of 3D flowers to create a beautiful wreath.

  • 2 days tuition with Emma Leith, kit included
  • 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
  • Tea/coffee during workshops
  • Complimentary WIFI
  • Services of an experienced Retreat Manager

Availability:

  • 2026 5th June
Travel Options
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Meet the
Experts

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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Carolyn Forster

Carolyn Forster

Carolyn Forster is a quilt designer, teacher and author from Tunbridge Wells in Kent. Since self-publishing her first book ‘Quilting on the Go’ in 2007, Carolyn has written ten more patchwork and quilting books with Search Press in the UK and Landauer Publishing in the USA.
Emma Leith

Emma Leith

Internationally renowned for her yarn-bombing exploits, Emma has worked on numerous large scale commissioned yarn installations and gives regular talks and presentations on this popular movement. She works closely with Rico Design Yarns, Deramores and Simply Crochet.
Frederica Patmore

Frederica Patmore

Frederica is a knitting and crochet designer who has been working in the industry for nearly 20 years. She spent three years working as a designer and technical editor on the Woman’s Weekly Magazine team before co-founding Love To Knit and Crochet magazine.
Anna Nikipirowicz

Anna Nikipirowicz

Anna is a crochet and knit designer, tutor and author of several crochet books. Her designs are regularly featured in craft magazines, and she also is a regular on Yarn Lane TV where she shares her designs and techniques. She also works closely with West Yorkshire Spinners and LoveCrafts.
Pat Archibald

Pat Archibald

Pat is a UK textile artist and tutor. Throughout her career, she has exhibited her work worldwide, won some wonderful awards, and even established Scotland’s first dedicated patchwork and quilting shop. Pat feels that each collection of quilts has its own unique identity.
Janet Goddard

Janet Goddard

Janet is a quilt designer, teacher and author. She regularly teaches workshops throughout the UK covering a variety of skills and techniques and enjoys sharing her knowledge with others. Patchwork and quilting is her first love and not a day goes by when she isn’t stitching!
Mandy Cameron

Mandy Cameron

Crochet and knitting designer, guest presenter, tutor and demonstrator Mandy Cameron turned her hobby into her career and has never looked back. For over a decade, Mandy has been a firm favourite on Create & Craft TV and Yarn Lane TV, demonstrating her skills in crochet and knitting.
Kim Suleman

Kim Suleman

Kim is the powerhouse behind sewing brand Six Penny Memories, where she has not only retailed a carefully curated collection of craft & sewing supplies but promoted education within the sector.
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