{"product_id":"fair-isle-knitting-workshop-with-debbie-tomkies-friday-9th-april-2027","title":"Fair Isle Knitting Workshop with Debbie Tomkies - Friday 9th April 2027","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWorkshop Details\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFair Isle Knitting Workshop with tutor, Debbie Tomkies\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFriday 9th April 2027 | 10.15am - 4.15pm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColourwork adds a whole new dimension to your knitting – you can go bold and vibrant or soft and muted. Whatever your preference, being able to master the art of choosing the right yarns, understanding why some colour schemes ‘pop’ and other fall flat will ensure you get great results every time. Once you’ve picked your colours, you’ll be learning how to wrangle your yarns for a frustration-free knitting experience as well as picking up valuable tips and tricks for avoiding some of the common challenges presented by using several colours at a time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou’ll be making a pair of simple wristlets or fingerless handwarmers, perfect for keeping your hands toasty whilst leaving your fingers free for knitting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo colourwork experience is required but you will need to be able to do the knitting basics - cast on, knit, purl, cast off. You’ll be knitting flat but Debbie will be explaining colourwork knitting in the round and the differences between the two techniques.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat you will learn:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe language of colourwork \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoosing good yarn for colourwork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaking your colourways ‘pop’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour-changes and how to manage them\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHolding two yarns in one hand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHolding one yarn in each hand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing colourwork charts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaking a simple pair of Fairisle handwarmers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTroubleshooting – tips and tricks to avoid puckered knits and gappy joins\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will need to bring\u003c\/strong\u003e a pair of 3.75mm needles (or a circular needle with approx.. 80cm cord)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDebbie loves to teach and has been a knitter and designer for over 30 years. She has been the Knit Now resident expert for 10 years and is the author of 6 internationally published knitting books so you’ll be in good hands! Debbie’s sessions are fun and enjoyable. The pace is relaxed and there is plenty of time to ask questions and chat.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are 10 places on this workshop.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhat's Included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eYarn, refreshments and lunch will be provided on the day. The workshop takes place at the Black Sheep Craft Barn in Warrington.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003eEmail specific dietary requirements to \u003cstrong\u003ecustomerservice@blacksheepwools.com\u003c\/strong\u003e at least 7 days prior to the workshop. Amendments after this date are chargeable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eA special 10% discount is also included. This can be used once in store, exclusions include workshops, gift cards, tea shop and colour packs. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOnce purchased you will receive confirmation and more information \u003cstrong\u003evia email.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eN.B. Sometimes due to circumstances beyond our control workshops and events may be cancelled. At which point the cost of your workshop will be fully refunded. We cannot be held liable for any travel costs incurred.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease note: All cancellations incur a £10 admin fee and if you cancel within 14 days of the workshop, you will be charged the full cost.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Black Sheep Wools","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68038765347060,"sku":"09.04.27 fair isle knit workshop","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0231\/1510\/4333\/files\/fair_isle_mitts_2025_2.jpg?v=1741256253","url":"https:\/\/www.blacksheepwools.com\/products\/fair-isle-knitting-workshop-with-debbie-tomkies-friday-9th-april-2027","provider":"Black Sheep Wools","version":"1.0","type":"link"}