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KNITTING
& CROCHET TUTORS
Welcome to our new page of Knitting and Crochet Tutors We are often approached by groups needing a tutor in their area. Names are placed under counties listed alphabetically to help you find one near you If you are a knitting or crochet tutor and would like to be listed here, just click on the 'contact us' link in the menu above. You do not have to be a member of the IfL, or have any recognised qualification, but we do expect you have experience in your subject. Scroll down to seach for a tutor in your area. England Bath Wendy Freebourne is happy to teach all aspects of knitting and crochet, on all levels, either one to one, in her group, Cool to Knit, or in small groups. She has been knitting and crocheting for approx 60 years and has had her own knitwear company and also designed for magazines. Click here to contact Wendy Click here for Wendy's website Berkshire Victoria Stott is based in Reading, Berkshire. She is a crochet designer-maker/crochet teacher part of the time and an English teacher the rest of the time. She is happy to work one-to-one, in small groups or with clubs - whether adults or children. Victoria offers everything from beginners' lessons to fun project sessions with more unusual yarns and techniques. Click here to contact Victoria Buckinghamshire Alison Firth is currently the Knit Technician at Bucks New University for the Textiles and Surface Design Course, Where she demonstrates the practical side of Fabric Development with using Industrial and Domestic Knitting Machinery plus using more traditional methods of Hand Knit, Crochet, Macramé, Needle Felting etc.. Click here to contact Alison Cheshire Debbie Tomkies has been writing technical "How-to" knitting and crochet features for Simply Knitting for the last 4 years and teaches a range of textile-related subjects including hand-dyeing using synthetic and natural dyes, indigo & woad dyeing, creating self-patterning yarns and dyeing sock blanks. Debbie also teaches knitting and crochet on subjects including sock workshops, beaded knitting, knitting in the round, steeking, colourwork, beginners and improvers crochet (left-handers a speciality!). Debbie is based in Sale, Cheshire but is happy to travel and can provide courses/demonstrations at your own venue or will arrange a venue to suit subject to numbers attending. Click here to contact Debbie Click here for Debbie's website Lynne Rowe is a life-long knitter and crocheter, who’s designs regularly features in UK and American magazines and publications. Lynne now runs workshops for beginners in knitting and crochet and for those who want to develop their basic skills further. Lynne lives in Congleton, but is willing to travel a 10-15 mile radius. Click here to contact Lynne Click here for Lynne's website Patricia Bown gives workshops for beginners in knitting and crochet, and also workshops for those who know the basics in knit and crochet and want to develop their skills, such as using beads, creating embellishments, decorative finishes, simple fashion accessories and Freeform techniques. She also run workshops in basic feltmaking techniques. She is based in Stockport and would be happy to travel a radius of about 20 miles for groups (further for exhibitions and shows, such as the Knitting and Stitching show). Click here to contact Patricia Cornwall Claire Crompton teaches workshops in a range of knitting subjects including: Understanding a Knitting Pattern (Beginners), Mitred Squares (Domino Knitting), Fair Isle and Intarsia, Professional Finishing Techniques, Knitted Flowers, as well as design workshops for garments and bags. She is the author of ‘The Knitter’s Bible’ series of books. Claire lives in Cornwall, but is happy to travel outside the county to teach. Click here to contact Claire Click here for Claire's website Derbyshire Pauline Fitzpatrick has been teaching crochet workshops for over 20 years. She teaches all kinds of crochet, beginners, Irish, Colour, Tunisian, Freeform, Textured, and Bead crochet. She also has experience of writing for knitting magzines and specialises in Freeform crochet. She lives in South Derbyshire and is happy to travel up to 30 miles. Click here to contact Pauline Click here for Pauline's website Deborah Judd teaches knitting and crochet to beginners and lives in Derby. Click here to contact Deborah Sophia Reed lives in Hulland Ward near Ashbourne and specialises in teaching crochet. She also holds workshops in Japanese crochet and making toys (amigurumi & tawashi) Click here for all further workshop and contact details Devon 'KNIT expo' organisers Ruth and Belinda are experienced tutors and regularly hold workshops on knitting and crochet. Both live in Exeter and both are willing to travel to give talks and teach. Click here to contact Belinda for further information Click here for Knit Expo website East Sussex Emily Barnard is an experienced constructed textile designer and has been involved in teaching craft since she graduated from the Royal College of Art in 2010. She teaches Knitting, Crochet and Tunisian Crochet - beginners, improvers, advanced and experimental. Emily runs weekly group lessons in Brighton but also offers one-on-one tutorials and would be happy to travel within the Sussex area. Click here to contact Emily Hampshire Bev Newman is an experienced knitter and crocheter, based in Southampton Hampshire. She is also a qualified adult education tutor (PTLLS). Bev runs both one to one and small group sessions for beginners and intermediate knitters and crocheters. She can also offer workshops in "Recycled Crafting", "Creating and Knitting with Plastics", and "Crafting on A Budget". Bev is willing to travel within a 30 mile radius of Southampton. Click here to contact Bev Click here for website Jan Wise is a qualified teacher teaching art, art history and textiles and also teachers how to teach. I used to teach knitting as part of my textiles teaching and have written the National Diploma units for Edexcel on knitting. I currently teach knitting for introductory workshops for the WEA (Workers Educational Association) and have joined the Craft Council knit club for teaching volunteers how to go about organising knitting workshops. Jan livesin Southampton and is happy to travel 35 mile radius. Click here to contact Jan Herefordshire Amy Twigger-Holroyd runs 'Keep & Share' which has an ethical approach to fashion revolving around long-term wearer satisfaction. She teaches hand knitting, machine knitting, crochet, Freeform crochet, knitting with beads and pattern designing workshops at her studio, located in beautiful countryside just outside Hereford. She would be happy to travel anywhere within England/Wales. Click here to conact Amy Click here for 'Keep and Share' website Hertfordshire Sonji Clayton takes workshops on Pattern Writing and Knitwear Design. She has worked as an Associate Lecturer with Select Personnel Lecturers for the past 10 years, as well as independently at various other Further Education and Private Educational Establishments delivering modules/courses and designing & developing course curriculums and materials. Sonji has a City & Guilds B22 in Training & Development, City & Guilds D32/D33 Certified NVQ Awards Assessor and is also a member of the Institute of Learning. She has taught on courses certified by various awarding bodies. Sonji lives in Hertfordshire and is willing to travel outside her county when the booking/contract fee covers travel expenses and/or overnight accommodation, where relevant. Sonji can also offer a talk: 'How to Create a Sustainable Business Model for a Fashion Knitwear Label' for anyone needing speakers for any craft conferences to speak about setting up a creative micro business. Click here to contact Sonji Click here for Sonji's website Lincolnshire Rachel Massey teaches workshops in a variety of knitting subjects such as: Knit a Square (beginners), How to Knit a Scarf in One Hour, Knitted Flowers and Bags. She is available to do workshops for colleges, groups and individuals at all levels within south Lincolnshire and Leicestershire. Click here to contact Rachel Click here for Rachel's website London Marcia Hamilton taught herself to knit and crochet whilst at university, and has been doing both craft skills for pleasure and as part of her job. Knitting and crocheting is a great stress buster, and she has taught clients who have lost their job, fancy a career change, or want a new craft skill, to those who have become new parents or Grandparents.She uses traditional knitting needles and crochet hooks, but also enjoys using extreme needles and hooks, which are as thick as a broomstick handle! As part of her job, Marcia teaches weekly knitting and crochet workshops for children and adults, from beginners to experienced. She also works with senior citizens the disabled, special education needs, and young adults. The settings vary from a pub, which she attends on Monday nights, to cafes or private homes. She uses 'traditional' yarns and wools for knitting and crocheting, but also likes to use anything from ribbons, fabrics, string, hemp, found objects to craft wire. Marcia likes to encourage clients to go beyond the traditional knitting patterns, and likes to update pre and post war patterns, to knitting with a knitting loom which is an oblong piece of wood with wooden pegs, to finger crochet even extreme knitiing or crochet. A pattern is not essential - only your imagination! Click here to contact Marcia who lives in Lewisham Click here for Marcia's website Claire Russell (purpleclaire textiles) is a knitter and weaver who loves to create and to use textiles as a medium for art. She loves exploring new ideas for creating and enjoys sharing ideas with adults and children. Claire has experience of working with children and adults using a range of creative techniques. Claire knits without a pattern using a freeform style to explore colour and texture. Claire does her weaving mainly on a pegloom. This is a simple traditional loom which allows the weaver the freedom to combine yarns, fabrics and other materials. The loom can be used by adults or children. Claire enjoys working with found objects and upcycled materials in textile art and other creative activities. She is passionate about creativity as a way for people to relax and to enjoy themselves. Claire runs pegloom weaving and freeform knitting workshops in various venues in South East London and Kent. She is happy to consider running workshops outside these areas. Claire is the co-ordinator of the Craft Club at Turner Contemporary Gallery in Margate, where volunteers teach pegloom weaving, crochet, knitting and finger knitting. Click here to contact Claire Click here for Claire's website Catherine Hirst is a talented and experienced knitting, crochet and embroidery instructor who teaches groups and individuals privately in the UK, America and France. She is currently leading workshops at The Make Lounge in Islington in all three crafts. She will come to your home and work around your busy schedule. Click here to contact Catherine Click
here for Catherine's website Aneeta Patel (KnittingSOS) is a professional knitting teacher with classes in various locations in London. Aneeta teaches all levels and is particularly experienced with beginners or non-English speakers. Location of classes varies around London. Click here to contact Aneeta Click here for details of classes Claire Montgomerie has been involved in teaching textiles since she graduated in 2002. She mainly teaches knitting - beginners, improvers, advance, experimental, adapting and designing patterns. She also teaches crochet, hair pin lace and darning. Claire regularly runs workshops at Loop and The Make Lounge in Islington, and more infrequently at City Lit college in Covent Garden and West Dean College in Sussex. She will also be giving workshops in crochet at the Art in Action Fair in Oxford, and has also taught on French 'Getaway' type courses, so I do not mind travelling, although would be more likely to be available for workshops in London and the South East areas. Click here to contact Claire Click here for Claire's blog with details of classes Susie Johns has a wealth of experience in knitting and crochet and is well known for writing books and designing for magazines. She is a qualified teacher and has run short knitting and crochet courses at the Bexley Adult Education college. She is available for workshops in the London area. Click here to contact Susie Click here for Susie's blog to read up on her textile activities Gosia Dzik-Holden is a London based knitwear designer and a published pattern maker with extensive experience. She can be found in the Crafts Council's Register of Makers. She offers 1-2-1 and private and corporate group tutorials in Islington, London N1, as well as home tuitions. Gosia also runs knitting retreats in most spectacular locations; suitable for complete beginners as well as intermediate and advanced knitters. Click here to contact Gosia Click here for website Jemma Sykes is an experienced knitted
textile designer and tutor, she is currently an Associate Lecturer
at Buckinghamshire Chilterns University and Central St Martins
both BA HONS level. But has also tutored MA level at The Royal
College of Art and Westminster, and Foundation and BTEC level
at Bedford College. She also has experience of teaching handknitting
to all levels at City Lit. Click here to contact Jemma Amy Christie learnt to knit from her mum and has been hooked ever since. Her passion has turned in a full time profession since opening Nest, a cute knitting shop in Crouch End, north London. Amy is available to give one on one knitting tutorials at Nest. All aspects of knitting can be covered, whether you're a complete beginner, want to learn a new technique or are stuck part way through a project. Tutorials can be arranged throughout the week. Click here to contact Amy and for more details Merseyside Helen Chatterton is a designer/maker based in Liverpool. She has taught at Liverpool Community College, the Voirrey Embroidery Centre and at the Fibre and Clay Contemporary Craft Gallery and Knit Studio since 2007. Workshops include: Learn to Knit, Finishing Techniques, Aran and Cable, Entrelac, Lace Knitting, Sock Knitting and Fair Isle. Helen is willing to travel any reasonable distance. Click here to contact Helen Click here for Helen's website Ildiko Szabo teaches textiles at Greenbank College in South Liverpool. She has over 30 years experience in knitting & crochet. Her hobby is working in a freeform style and experimenting with unusual techniques. She runs 12-week Creative Knitting and Crochet Basics courses every term at the college, as well as felt making and textile decoration courses. She is willing to do one-off workshops or talks at weekends, but she depends on public transport for travelling. Click here to contact Ildi Click here to view Ildi's work Caroline Hodge is based in Southport she is a experienced knitter, mixed media artist and illustrator. She is also a IFL member and teaches adults in colleges of Further Education and at local community venues. She has experience of teaching both long and short courses and enjoys teaching beginners to hand knit. I also have experience of teaching learners with additional support needs. Caroline is happy to travel any reasonable distance. Click here to contact Caroline Northamptonshire Julie Ferguson is an experienced knitted textile designer and tutor, teaching knitting to all abilities at workshops in Northants. She knits garments for Rowan and has had her designs published as patterns, here and abroad. She also runs courses on Freeform Knitting and Crochet and Peg looming, as well as holding a weekly drop in knitting clinic and New Stitches class. She also gives talks to groups on the History of Knitting. Click here to contact Julie Click here to view Julie's work Nottinghamshire Chrissie Day teaches anything in the knitting sphere and is the author of 7 books based around knitting and felting. She travels anywhere in the world and has just returned from teaching onboard a craftcruises cruise to Russia. Click here to contact Chrissie Click here for Chrissie's blog which has details of her workshops Oxfordshire Sally Bobyk is an Oxforshire based hand knit designer with over 50 year's experience with knitting. She has had exhibitions of her work and featured in articles in international fashion magazines. She has had her own label, designing, writing the patterns and organising professional hand knitters, selling in London, Japan, New York and Italy. As well as one off commissions for celebrities. Her personal ethos is that the design is of equal importance to the technical side. There is nothing more soul destroying than technically beautiful work that is let down by poor design. Sally is available for lectures and workshops nationally and internationally. Click here to contact Sally Shropshire Pat King lives
in Telford Shropshire and has over 40 years experience
in crocheting and is willing to teach this skill to anyone that
has an interest. She has experience of teaching crochet mainly
on one to one basis but is also happy to do this in groups. Pat
believes there is currently a growing interest in the craft and
would love to see it become as popular as it once was. Staffordshire Rebecca Peach runs knitting courses in Staffordshire and has 30 years experience of knitting. She is currently designing, knitting and selling her unique bespoke knitting on her website. Rebecca is happy working with all age ranges, and all abilities from beginner to advanced, teaching knitting, pattern reading, pattern writing, design, techniques, all aspects of handknitting including problem solving. She is based in Stafford however happy to commute. She will be running outdoor courses in handknitting in a forest environment in the coming months. She can tailor courses specific to the groups needs or can provide specific learning sessions. Click here to contact Rebecca Click here for Rebecca's website Surrey Clare Davies lives in Dorking and started knitting when she was just 6 and now enjoys the life of a domestic goddess as a cookery writer and knitting guru. Clare will teach you how to knit on the beginners course and also teaches more elaborate and complicated knitting on our intermediate and advanced courses too. Click here for details on website Alma Pitcher live in Bletchingley, Surrey. She is a member of IfL and currently teaches classes for the WEA which are aimed at 'hard to reach' and also learners with mental health issues. Alma also has experience in teaching individuals privately and in small groups. She would be willing to travel within a 10 mile radius of her home Click here to contact Alma Sylvia Spiers has a City and Guilds in Fashion with Creative Embroidery, Teaching certificates and has taught in Adult Education for many years. Click here to contact Sylvia Sussex, West Karen Mayger is an experienced teacher based in Worthing. She enjoys teaching beginners to knit and crochet. She also runs workshops for those who can crochet a little but want to extend their skills e.g. freeform techniques, beading, colour work. She is keen on recycling and runs crochet workshops using recycled materials. Click here to contact Karen West Midlands Fiona Green lives in Redditch and has been knitting for 30 plus years and crocheting for approximately 5 years. She offers knitting and crochet tuition from her home as one to one or in groups. She runs a knitting circle in the restaurant at Webbs of Wychbold on the Worcester road on the first and third tuesday of every month for all levels of knitters and crocheters. Click here to contact Fiona Click here for website Catherine
D'Costa teaches crochet within the West Midlands. She has
several years experience of most craft based projects, but her
real love is teaching crochet. Catherine currently teaches small
groups from home. She is happy to teach both groups and
individuals to crochet at all levels. Yorkshire Liz Pacey lives in Hull and has
been knitting for over 40 years and is passionate about sharing
her skills and love of the craft. She runs a charity knitting
group (Knitwits) based at her local church. Liz is also involved
in knitting prayer shawls and has a growing interest in knitting
and spirituality. Click here to contact Liz Joy Sotudeh
is an experienced knitter of 25 plus years and can teach most
things. She is left handed (knits normally) but crochets and does
tunisian crochet left handed. Joy lives in York and can get around
a reasonable radius either by car or bike. Elizabeth Thompson lives in Selby, North Yorkshire and has been knitting for over 20 years. She mainly knits now for her children and friends children. After many comments about the quality of her work Elizabeth is starting to teach others to learn this valuable skill. She teaches beginners and is happy to teach specific skills and help you solve your knitting problems. Elizabeth is willing to travel up to 15 miles from her home and will provide all details on request. Click here to contact Elizabeth Audrey Wilson is a qualified and experienced Knitwear Designer and Lecturer. She has lectured in Fashion and Knitwear Design at BA level at various Colleges and Universities within the U.K. and has also tutored as Senior Lecturer and Course Coordinator for Higher National Diploma in Fashion Design at Batley School of Art and Design. Audrey is a consultant knitwear designer and her knitwear designs are currently published and featured within the U.K. and internationally. She teaches regular knitting workshops in the Leeds and Yorkshire area covering all aspects of hand knitting and machine knitting, from the basics through to finished collections. She is happy to act as a consultant to schools, colleges, groups and individuals at all levels. Click here to contact Audrey Click here for Audrey's website Scotland Ayrshire Janet Renouf-Miller of 'Create With Fibre' at Dalmellington in Ayrshire runs courses and workshops on knitting, dyeing, spinning and weaving. She delivers courses to many groups and indivduals, including groups with additional needs, children, and community groups. Click here for more information Dumfries & Galloway Sue Macniven is an experienced teacher of wool spinning, dyeing, and knitting fairisle, intarsia and lace work. She also runs courses from her home in Twynholm. She is happy to travel any distance from November to March. Click here to contact Sue Click here for Sue's website Isle Of Arran Lynn Ross has over 30 years experience of teaching adults & children textile arts, giving talks to guilds, etc. & running successful workshops. She teaches workshops in Creative Knitting on the Isle of Arran in conjunction with the Burnside Gallery and would be happy to arrange special workshops for groups who would like an island break. She specialises in Creative Knitting which encourages individuals to develop their own skills in knitting design using yarns and patterns to express ideas, taking inspiration from the environment and history of Arran and knitting traditions such as stitches for lace and ganseys. Lynn is also involved in our 'Knitting In Schools' project. Click here to contact Lynn Click here for Lynn's website Wales Monmouthshire Margaret Payne is based in Chepstow and has years of experience as a textile tutor. She helps run Chepstow Knitters, a voluntary community group. She enjoys teaching beginners to both knit and crochet, as well as more advanced students. Margaret would be prepared to travel locally. Click here to contact Margaret
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