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New Holidays
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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…
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30 Holidays available from £519pp
With Janet Goddard, create a striking optical illusion quilt, exploring colour, piecing and design on this relaxed, creative weekend retreat.
- 2 full days of tuition with Janet Goddard
- Use of a Bernina sewing machine
- 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
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- 2027 16th July
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Join Juliet Bernard on a spectacular Iceland knitting cruise where dramatic coastlines and an abundance of wildlife provide breathtaking scenery!
- 4 full-day knitting workshops with Juliet Bernard, kit included
- 10 nights full-board on Bolette in your chosen cabin
- Afternoon tea with sandwiches and cakes and late-night snacks on board the ship
- Selected house beer, red, white and rosé wine (by the glass), and draught soft drinks and other non-alcoholic options with lunch and dinner
- Access to leisure facilities, including swimming pools, Jacuzzis and Fitness Centre, and a selection of fitness classes
- A wide range of daytime activities, including talks, enrichment lectures and demonstrations
- Self-service tea and coffee in selected onboard venues
- Complimentary shuttle service when a port is over one mile from your ship
- Evening entertainment such as cabaret shows, live music and dancing
- Excursions as detailed in the itinerary
- All UK port taxes and fees and onboard gratuities
- Luggage porterage between your cabin and the drop-off/pick-up point at the port
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2027 8th May
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Escape to the beautiful 'Floating Garden of the Atlantic' on a memorable knitting and crochet retreat in Madeira with Mandy Cameron.
- 2 full-day and 2 half-day workshops with Mandy Cameron, kit and refreshments included
- 7 nights half-board accommodation
- A welcome talk and drink
- Excursions and entrance fees as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Tips for coach drivers and local guides
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- 2027 23rd November
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Join us on an inspiring summer escape in the UK, combining textile heritage, beautiful gardens and English Paper Piecing with Janet Goddard.
- 2 full-day workshops with Janet Goddard, kit and refreshments included
- 5 nights half-board accommodation
- 2 lunches
- Visits, entrance fees and coach travel as per the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Driver gratuities
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- 2027 9th August
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This Croatian retreat blends traditional crafts and coastal beauty with crochet workshops led by your expert and exciting excursions.
- 3 full-day crochet workshops with your expert, kit and refreshments included
- 7 nights half-board accommodation
- 3 light lunches
- Excursions, entrances fees and coach travel as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Tips for coach drivers and local guides
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- 2027 12th May
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Join Kim Suleman for a weekend exploring Flying Geese. Learn techniques, build confidence and create a table runner or cushion cover.
- 2 full days of tuition with Kim Suleman, kit included
- Use of a Bernina sewing machine
- 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
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- 2027 25th June
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Discover reversible crochet using the interlocking method, creating stunning two-sided colourwork while making a beautiful project.
- 2 days of tuition with Anna Nikipirowicz, kit included
- A copy of Anna’s book 'Reversible Crochet'
- 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
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- 2027 3rd September
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Enjoy an enriching celebration of French culture alongside your expert, from the medieval city of Rouen to Monet’s Garden in Giverny.
- 1 full-day and 2 half-day workshops with your expert, kit and refreshments included
- 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
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- 2027 18th May
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With expert Pat Archibald, discover the Dalmatia region of Croatia from Vodice with hand-stitching workshops and excursions to historic towns.
- 1 half-day and 2 full-day hand-sewing workshops with Pat Archibald, kit and refreshments included
- 7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 1 lunch and 2 dinners
- Excursions, entrances fees and coach travel as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Tips for coach drivers and local guides
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- 2027 18th May
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On this weekend with Janet Goddard, create an optical illusion quilt – perfect for showcasing favourite fabrics and using scraps from your stash.
- 2 full days of tuition with Janet Goddard
- Use of a Bernina sewing machine
- 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
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- 2027 18th June
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In the company of Janet Clare, explore Umbria’s strong textile traditions and create your own memento in included hand-sewing workshops.
- 1 half-day and 2 full-day hand-sewing workshops with Janet Clare, kit and refreshments included
- 7 nights accommodation with buffet breakfast
- 2 3-course dinners
- Excursions, entrances fees and coach travel as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager and a local English-speaking guide
- Tips for coach drivers and local guides
- City tax
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- 2027 4th April
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Enjoy a creative stitching retreat, exploring back-basting appliqué and traditional redwork embroidery with expert Carolyn Forster.
- 2 full days of tuition with Carolyn Forster, 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
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- 2027 19th March
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Refresh your knitting skills with Frederica Patmore, tackling tension, wonky edges, mending and professional finishing techniques.
- 2 full days of tuition with your expert, kit included
- A talk from a qualified physiotherapist on the importance of posture whilst knitting
- 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
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- 2027 21st May
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Expect plenty of creativity, encouragement and inspiration on this colourful flags and bunting crochet weekend with expert Emma Leith!
- 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 Wi-Fi
- Services of an experienced Retreat Manager
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- 2027 1st October
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Explore mosaic knitting and crochet on this creative weekend, enjoying hands-on learning with experts Anna Nikipirowicz and Frederica Patmore.
- 2 full-day 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
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- 2027 19th November
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Discover the art of Sashiko and Boro stitching on this relaxing, creative retreat with expert Janice Gunner, perfect for all skill levels.
- 2 days of tuition with Janice Gunner, kit included
- 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- Tea/coffee during workshops
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Services of an experienced Retreat Manager
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- 2027 2nd April
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Explore reversible cables with Mandy Cameron on this creative weekend retreat, knitting a stunning scarf or cowl.
- 2 full days of tuition with Mandy Cameron, 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
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- 2027 16th April
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On this fun quilting weekend with Karin Hellaby, you'll use clever, time-saving techniques to create striking Attic Window and Pinwheel blocks!
- 2 full days of tuition with Karin Hellaby
- A copy of Karin Hellaby's books 'Sew Simple Pinwheels' and 'Sew Simple Attic Windows'
- Use of a Bernina sewing machine throughout the weekend
- 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
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- 2027 23rd July
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Join Mandy Cameron on this weekend retreat exploring how colours come together in the art of cable knitting using intarsia and Fair Isle methods.
- 2 full days of tuition with Mandy Cameron, 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
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- 2027 22nd October
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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 Wi-Fi
- Services of an experienced Retreat Manager
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- 2026 30th October
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With Emma Leith, create a colourful crochet wreath full of leaves, flowers and texture, using embroidery and wire techniques.
- 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 Wi-Fi
- Services of an experienced Retreat Manager
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- 2027 17th September
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Escape to the land of fire and ice for an unforgettable crochet holiday with Lucy of Attic24, discovering the magic of Iceland.
- 3 full-day crochet workshops with Lucy, kit and refreshments included
- 7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 1 lunch and 2 dinners
- Guided excursions, entrance fees and experiences as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Tips for coach drivers and local guides
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- 2027 6th June 8th August
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Explore architectural inspiration through knitting, creating textured squares based on buildings from around the world alongside Georgia Farrell.
- 2 full days of tuition with Georgia Farrell, 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
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- 2027 12th March
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Experience the charm of Belgium with Karin Hellaby, as we travel by Eurostar and uncover the craft and textile traditions of the Flanders region.
- 1 full-day and 1 half-day workshop with Karin Hellaby, refreshments included
- Return Eurostar from London St Pancras to Belgium
- 5 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 1 evening meal
- Entrance fees, excursions and workshops as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Driver and guide gratuities
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- 2027 31st October
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Learn the basics of knitting pattern writing and adaptation in this creative weekend retreat, turning your garment ideas into custom designs.
- 2 days of tuition with Sarah Hatton
- 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- Tea/coffee during workshops
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Services of an experienced Retreat Manager
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- 2027 23rd July
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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
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- 2026 4th September
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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
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- 2026 16th October
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Join expert Kim Suleman on this creative sewing machine weekend, making a small quilt and cushion cover using charm packs.
- 2 full days of tuition with Kim Suleman and kits for both projects
- Use of a Bernina sewing machine
- 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
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- 2027 4th June
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With Carolyn Forster, spend a creative weekend stitching with scraps, using hand appliqué and string patchwork techniques.
- 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 Wi-Fi
- Services of an experienced Retreat Manager
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- 2027 5th November
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Create a stunning crocheted peacock to frame as wall art on this creative weekend retreat, learning motifs, shaping and decorative techniques.
- 2 full days of tuition with Mandy Cameron, 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
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- 2027 11th June
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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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