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Take some time out for yourself on the run up to Christmas! This weekend with our expert Anna Nikipirowicz is a perfect introduction to crocheting socks. We’ll work on a pair of basic top-down socks which will cover all the techniques you need and discuss sizing and how to choose the best one for your foot.
Please choose your preferred 3 day itinerary
Skill level: Suitable for participants who are comfortable with holding the yarn and hook and know how to work basic crochet stitches.
Techniques covered: Cuff and leg, heel flap construction and heel turn, gusset, foot and toe decreases.
What to bring: 3mm crochet hook, 3 lockable stitch markets in different colours, tapestry needle and scissors.
Check in to your room from 3pm. Get to know your expert, retreat manager and fellow crafters over dinner this evening.
We will start our top-down socks today, focusing on the cuff, leg, heel flap construction and heel turn. We will take a break for tea/coffee in the morning and afternoon, and for lunch and enjoy dinner together in the hotel this evening.
We continue working on our socks, this time focusing on the gusset, foot, toe decreases and finishing. We will take a break for tea/coffee in the morning and afternoon, and for lunch and enjoy dinner together in the hotel this evening.
Tour Notes: Although there are no mobility requirements for this tour, please note that you will need to be able to make your own way between our workshop room, your bedroom and the restaurant, which could involve walks of up to 5 minutes. If you require full disabled access, please check with us before booking.
You will stay for two nights at the 4-star Staverton Hotel & Golf Club.