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Spring Holidays
Overview
Spring is the perfect time to take your creativity somewhere special – offering blossoming colour and fresh inspiration. As the landscapes thaw and come back to life, it’s an ideal moment to enjoy a change of scenery, connect with fellow crafters, and spend uninterrupted time doing what you love. Treat yourself to a crochet retreat in sun-dappled Malta, join a cosy weekend retreat right here in the UK, or experience the vibrant Madeira Flower Festival – the choice is yours!
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20 Holidays available from £519pp
Discover the breathtaking Shetland Islands, whose past is interwoven with a rich history of wool, textiles and inimitable Fair Isle technique.
- 2 half-day workshops with Hazel Tindall and Janette Budge on Shetland Fair Isle
- 2 half-day workshops with Kathleen Anderson on Shetland Lace
- An evening talk by Hazel Tindall
- 6 nights half-board accommodation, including full, cooked Scottish breakfast and a 3-course dinner with coffee
- 1 lunch
- Entrance fees and excursions as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2027 21st April
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Slow down, spark creativity and enjoy embroidery in a calm setting, guided by a Royal School of Needlework graduate.
- 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
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- 2027 9th April
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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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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
Availability:
- 2027 21st May
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Join Anna Nikipirowicz for a relaxing weekend, designed to help you conquer your fear of steeking and build confidence in your colourwork.
- 2 full days of tuition with Anna Nikipirowicz, 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:
- 2027 23rd April
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Join Attic24's Lucy on a 3-night crochet retreat, enjoying 2 full days of workshops and a behind-the-scenes visit to Stylecraft Mill.
- Crochet workshops with Lucy, kit included
- A visit to Stylecraft Yarns
- 3 nights full-board accommodation
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2027 10th May
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Celebrate the arrival of spring at Kraków's Easter markets, with cheerful stalls, tasty food and traditional culture.
- 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:
- 2027 23rd March
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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
Availability:
- 2027 18th May
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Explore the colours, creativity and culture of Catalonia with the Sitges International Patchwork Festival, Sagrada Família in Barcelona and more.
- 2-day ticket to the Sitges International Patchwork Festival
- 1 full-day hand-sewing workshop, kit and tea/coffee included
- 6 nights bed and breakfast accommodation in 4-star hotels
- 1 dinner
- Excursions, visits and coach travel as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Gratuities for driver and local guides
Availability:
- 2027 11th March
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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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Alongside West Yorkshire Spinners' Sarah Hatton, discover breathtaking Shetland, whose past is interwoven with a rich history of wool and textiles.
- 4 half-day workshops with Sarah Hatton, kit included
- 6 nights half-board accommodation, including full, cooked Scottish breakfast and a 3-course dinner with coffee
- 1 lunch
- Excursions and coach travel as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2027 19th May
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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
Availability:
- 2027 2nd April
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With your expert, embark on a captivating journey through Romania, a country rich in textile traditions that date back centuries.
- 2 half-day, hand-stitching workshops with your expert, kit included
- 10 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 1 lunch and 6 dinners
- First class train journey from Bucharest to Sibiu
- Excursions, entrance fees and coach travel as per the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager and an English-speaking local guide
- Tips for driver and local guide
Availability:
- 2027 16th April
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See the famous Ring of Kerry and enjoy a guided tour of Kerry Woollen Mills on this County Kerry knitting holiday with our expert.
- 1 full-day workshop and 2 half-day workshops, kit included
- 7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 2 evening meals
- Excursions and entrance fees as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
Availability:
- 2027 23rd 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
Availability:
- 2027 19th March
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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
Availability:
- 2027 16th April
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Celebrate the arrival of spring at Kraków's Easter Markets, with cheerful stalls, tasty food and traditional culture.
- 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:
- 2027 19th March
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Discover North India’s rich textile heritage, from Delhi’s lively markets to Himalayan woollens in Shimla and Amritsar's vibrant embroidery.
- 2 half-day hand-sewing workshops with your expert, refreshments and kit included
- 14 nights bed and breakfast accommodation in 4- and 5-star hotels
- 1 lunch and 13 dinners
- Travel by train from New Delhi to Chandigarh
- Excursions, entrance fees and air-conditioned car/coach travel as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager and a local English-speaking guide
- Tips for drivers and local guides
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- 2027 7th March
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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
Availability:
- 2027 18th May
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On this superb holiday, enjoy workshops led by our experts and discover the stunning scenery and traditional crafts of Ireland's west coast.
- 5 nights half-board accommodation
- 1 full-day and 2 half-day knitting workshops with your expert, kit included
- Excursions and entrance fees as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
Availability:
- 2027 16th May
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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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Anna Nikipirowicz
