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New Holidays

Overview

Whether you’re searching for a closer-to-home crafting experience or an adventure further afield, our dedicated team are always designing new holidays so you can develop your techniques and skills alongside like-minded others. Bringing new destinations to you, look forward to expert-led workshops on every break, with a selection of holidays also including visits to local places of interest, guided tours, textile-themed excursions, and fabric shopping opportunities. See where our new holidays can take you…


15 Holidays available from £495pp

Crochet
Knitting
NEW

Enjoy an enriching celebration of French culture alongside expert Jane Crowfoot, from the medieval city of Rouen to Monet’s Garden in Giverny.

  • 1 full-day and 2 half-day workshops with Jane Crowfoot, kit and refreshments included
  • A West Yorkshire Spinners goody bag
  • Return Eurostar from London to Lille and Paris to London
  • 7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
  • 2 lunches
  • Excursions, visits and coach travel as described in the itinerary
  • Services of an experienced Tour Manager
  • City tax

Availability:

  • 2026 1st June
Travel Options
  • By Rail By Rail
Crochet
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
Travel Options
  • Join Direct Join Direct
Crochet
NEW

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
  • Join Direct Join Direct
Crochet

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
  • Join Direct Join Direct
Crochet

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
  • Join Direct Join Direct
Textiles
NEW

Explore Taiwan with Karin Hellaby as we travel around this captivating island rich in tradition, textile heritage, natural beauty and creativity.

  • 2 half-day hand-stitching workshops with Karin Hellaby, refreshments included
  • 14 nights hotel with breakfast
  • 6 lunches and 12 dinners
  • Standard train travel from Kaohsiung to Hualien and Hualien to Yilan-Luodong
  • Excursions, entrance fees, activities and workshops as described in the itinerary
  • Executive coach transportation and driver gratuities
  • Services of an experienced Tour Manager and a local English-speaking tour guide

Availability:

  • 2026 10th October
Travel Options
  • By Air By Air
Patchwork & Quilting

Learn about the traditional handicrafts, explore the last-divided capital in the world, and enjoy expert-led workshops in charming Kyrenia.

  • 2 full and 2 half-day hand-quilting workshops with your expert, refreshments and kit included
  • 7 nights half-board accommodation
  • Excursions and entrance fees
  • Services of an experienced Tour Manager
  • Services of an English-speaking local guide on tours and transfers

Availability:

  • 2025 13th November
Travel Options
  • By Air By Air
Crochet

On this two-centre holiday, combine timeless Venice with cosmopolitan Trieste alongside your expert, blogger and designer Lucy of Attic24.

  • 3 full-day workshops with Lucy, kit included
  • 7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
  • 2 evening meals and 1 lunch
  • Travel by coach and boat
  • Services of an experienced Tour Manager
  • Local guide services
  • City tax

Availability:

  • 2025 8th November
Travel Options
  • By Air By Air
  • Join Direct Join Direct
Textiles

Explore Turkey, absorbing its rich textile and historical heritage, whilst discovering spectacular landscapes and traditional handicrafts!

  • 2 half-day workshops with your expert, kit included
  • Ebru and Iznik tile workshops with local artisans
  • 9 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
  • 7 evening meals either in the hotel or at a local restaurant
  • Excursions, entrance fees and transportation as per the itinerary
  • Services of an experienced Tour Manager
  • Gratuities for the guide and coach drivers

Availability:

  • 2026 6th May
Travel Options
  • By Air By Air
  • Join Direct Join Direct
Patchwork & Quilting

Experience the magic of the festive season with a city break in Kraków, with a guided tour and three expert-led workshops included.

  • 3 half-day workshops with your expert, kit included
  • 4 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
  • 2 evening meals
  • Services of an experienced Tour Manager

Availability:

  • 2025 7th December
Travel Options
  • By Air By Air
Crochet

Join Anna Nikipirowicz on a weekend retreat dedicated to intermediate Tunisian crochet, with a focus on two main techniques.

  • 2 days tuition with Anna Nikipirowicz, 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 13th November
Travel Options
  • Join Direct Join Direct
Crochet
NEW

Join Anna Nikipirowicz and Frederica Patmore on this weekend dedicated to beaded crochet and crochet cables!

  • 2 full-day crochet workshops, kits included
  • 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
  • Tea, coffee and snacks throughout the weekend
  • Services of an experienced Retreat Manager

Availability:

  • 2026 4th September
Travel Options
  • Join Direct Join Direct
Patchwork & Quilting
NEW

Alongside expert Carolyn Forster and other like-minded crafters, enjoy a weekend masterclass on back-basting appliqué.

  • 2 days of tuition with Carolyn Forster, 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 16th October
Travel Options
  • Join Direct Join Direct
Crochet
Knitting

Join our expert on a captivating journey through Morocco, exploring vibrant cities, rich heritage, spectacular scenery and yarn traditions.

  • 5 half-day workshops with your expert
  • 12 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
  • 4 lunches and 6 evening meals
  • Entrance fees, excursions and transportation as described in the itinerary
  • Services of an experienced Tour Manager
  • Gratuities and local taxes

Availability:

  • 2026 18th October
Travel Options
  • By Air By Air
  • Join Direct Join Direct
Embroidery

Based in the Northamptonshire countryside, this retreat is the ideal opportunity to learn a new skill or indulge in your favourite hobby.

  • 2 full-day workshops with a qualified Royal School of Needlework tutor, kit included
  • 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
  • Tea, coffee and snacks throughout the weekend
  • Services of an experienced Retreat Manager

Availability:

  • 2026 12th June
Travel Options
  • Join Direct Join Direct

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!

View all Experts
Jane Crowfoot

Jane Crowfoot

Trained as a constructed textile designer, Jane Crowfoot has worked within the hand knitting craft industry for the last 25 years and is recognised as one of the leading designers within her field, more recently acknowledged as one of the pioneers of the UK crochet revival.
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.
Karin Hellaby

Karin Hellaby

Internationally renowned quilt teacher Karin Hellaby is the author of 11 quilting books and numerous patterns. She is a regular teacher at the Houston International Quilt Show and has been invited to teach at quilting symposiums in New Zealand, Dubai, Paducah and more.
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.
Lucy of Attic24

Lucy of Attic24

Based on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales, Lucy shares her passion for crochet, colour and yarn on her blog, Attic24. Winner of Most Iconic Crochet Designer and Social Media Superstar at the British Knitting & Crochet Awards 2022, Lucy celebrated 15 years of Attic24 in March 2023.
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.
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.
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.
Julie Dubreux

Julie Dubreux

Julie Dubreux is a French knitwear designer and knitting instructor. Her designs have been published in Pom Pom Quarterly, Laine Magazine and Knit Now UK, as well as in books such as I Knit Paris, My Favourite Things and Homecoming.
Debbie Abrahams

Debbie Abrahams

Debbie started her handknitting business back in the mid-nineties and is a designer, author and workshop tutor. She has been running her global Mystery Blanket and Cushion Clubs for almost two decades and is best known for her vibrant designs which combine beading with colourwork.
Kate Barlow

Kate Barlow

Kate grew up in North Wales and originally studied costume at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in Cardiff and graduated in 2001 with a BA Hons in Theatre Design.
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