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2025 Holidays
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Make 2025 a year of truly unforgettable crafting experiences with our carefully curated selection of holidays! Join us on a journey of exploration as we discover more about the unique crafting heritage and fascinating techniques used in destinations such as the Faroe Islands, Sri Lanka, and Vietnam. Or, why not hone your skills alongside fellow enthusiasts closer to home with our collection of UK breaks? Expert-led workshops are included on every holiday, and with the chance to enjoy textile-themed excursions and exclusive fabric shopping opportunities on selected tours, let our 2025 holidays inspire you! Booking early guarantees your place and gives you more time to save, so start planning today and get your future discovery in the calendar…
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Take some time out from the hustle and bustle of daily life and indulge in a weekend full of crochet with like-minded people.
- 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- 2 days tuition
- Tea/coffee during workshops
- Use of the pool and spa facilities (swimming pool, sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi)
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- 2025 31st October
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Based in the Northamptonshire countryside, this retreat is the ideal opportunity to learn a new skill or indulge in your favourite hobby.
- 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- 2 full days of tuition with a qualified Royal School of Needlework tutor, kit included
- Tea, coffee and snacks throughout the weekend
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 5th December
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Join Mandy Shaw, travelling by rail to the beautiful Alsace region to visit the Carrefour Européen du Patchwork celebrating its 30th Anniversary!
- 1 full-day and 1 half-day workshop with Mandy Shaw
- 2 days at the Carrefour Européen du Patchwork
- Return Eurostar from London St Pancras to Paris
- 7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 2 evening meals
- Excursions and visits as described in the itinerary
- Gratuities for the guides and drivers
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 17th September
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Join Anna Nikipirowicz and Frederica Patmore on this weekend dedicated to Fair Isle and Intarsia knitting techniques
- 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- 1 full-day Fair Isle knitting workshop with Anna, kit included
- 1 full-day Intarsia knitting workshop with Frederica, kit included
- Unlimited tea and coffee during workshop breaks
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 12th September
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Experience the magical colours that form in the Arctic sky, cruise among the Norwegian fjords, and enjoy fantastic, expert-led workshops.
- A full programme of workshops with your expert, kit included
- Return flights from London to Bergen and Kirkenes to London (via Oslo) with 1 piece of checked luggage
- 6 nights full board accommodation on MS Nordlys (2024) or MS Kong Harald (2025) including taxes, port fees, tea/coffee and complimentary Wi-Fi
- 1 night half-board accommodation in both Bergen and Kirkenes
- Entrance to Snowhotel, Kirkenes, lunch included
- Private coach transfers
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 31st October
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Exploring the Connemara countryside and the island of Inis Oírr, home to the traditional style of Aran knitting, join us in wonderful Galway.
- 5 nights half-board accommodation
- 1 lunch
- Expert-led knitting and crochet workshops with Carol
- Entrance fees and excursions
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 13th April
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Explore Turkey, absorbing its rich textile and historical heritage, whilst discovering spectacular landscapes and traditional handicrafts!
- 9 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 7 evening meals either in the hotel or at a local restaurant
- 2 half-day workshops with Karin Hellaby, kit included
- Ebru and Iznik tile workshops with local artisans
- Excursions, entrance fees and transportation as per the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Gratuities for the guide and coach drivers
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- 2025 6th October
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Join Pat Archibald on a fascinating and inspiring textile journey in Morocco, where ancient and modern traditions coexist in perfect harmony.
- 4 half-day hand-stitching workshops with Pat Archibald
- 12 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 4 lunches and 6 evening meals
- Workshops and experiences with local artisans
- Excursions and entrance fees as described in the itinerary
- Executive coach transportation
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Gratuities and local taxes
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- 2025 1st November
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Join Anna Nikipirowicz on this autumn-themed weekend retreat and make your own crochet wreath, a stunning celebration of the season.
- 2 nights full-board accommodation from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- 2 days tuition with Anna, kit included
- Tea/coffee during workshops
- Access to the hotel gym and swimming pool
- 10% discount on all pre-booked spa treatments
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- 2025 5th September
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Remarkable scenery, fascinating wildlife and unique wonders of nature await as we circumnavigate Iceland with expert Anna Nikipirowicz.
- 4 full-day knitting or crochet workshops with Anna, kit included
- 8 or 10 nights full-board on board the ship
- Afternoon tea with sandwiches and cakes and late-night snacks
- Excursions and entrance fees as described in the itinerary
- Evening entertainment, including cabaret shows, live music and dancing
- In-cabin dining and snacks
- A wide choice of on board activities, talks and demonstrations throughout the day
- Use of leisure facilities, including swimming pools, Jacuzzis and a fitness centre onboard ship
- Luggage porterage between your cabin and the drop-off/pick-up points
- All UK port taxes
- All on board gratuities
- Self-service tea and coffee stations on board the ship
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 14th May
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Get to know other stitchers and discover stunning sights of Prague on a stitching holiday centred around the Brno Patchwork Meeting.
- 6 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 2 evening meals
- 2 full-day hand-sewing workshops with Karin Hellaby, kit included
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Excursions, entrance fees and coach travel as described in the itinerary
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- 2025 22nd April
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Discover the rugged beauty and rich knitting history of the remote Faroe Islands under the guidance of local expert, Katrina í Geil.
- Return flights from Edinburgh (August) or London Gatwick (June) to Vagar with 1 piece of hold luggage
- 7 nights bed and breakfast in 4-star accommodation
- Welcome and farewell dinners at the hotel
- 5 half-day knitting workshops with Katrina í Geil, kit included
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- 1 full-day and 1 half-day sightseeing tour, including visits to local textile designers
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- 2025 10th June
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Combine the charm of Bath with its enchanting Christmas market, the scenic villages of the Cotswolds, and festive knitting with Julie Dubreux!
- 2 full-day knitting workshops with Julie Dubreux, kit included
- 4 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 2 evening meals
- Entrance fees, excursions and guide gratuities
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 1st December
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Join our expert on a captivating journey through Morocco, exploring vibrant cities, rich heritage, spectacular scenery and yarn traditions.
- 12 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 4 lunches and 6 evening meals
- 5 half-day workshops with our expert
- Entrance fees, excursions and transportation as described in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Gratuities and local taxes
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- 2025 7th November
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Staying at the Crown Spa Hotel, master the technique of curved seams on a machine piecing and applique retreat alongside expert Janet Goddard.
- 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- 2 days tuition with Janet Goddard
- Use of a Bernina sewing machine throughout the weekend
- Tea/coffee during workshops
- Access to the hotel gym and swimming pool
- 10% discount on all pre-booked spa treatments
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- 2025 30th May
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Alongside your expert Carolyn Forster, look at the art of hand quilting in different cultures, focusing on learning Big Stitch.
- 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- 2 days tuition, kit included
- Tea/coffee during workshops
- No single supplement
- Access to the gym and swimming pool
- 10% discount on all pre-booked spa treatments
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- 2025 9th May
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Join our expert in Armenia, discovering local embroidery and textiles, historical and cultural landmarks, and stitching workshops.
- 8 nights bed and breakfast accomodation
- 2 lunches and 5 dinners
- Textile workshops with local artisans
- Workshops with our expert, kit included
- Local English-speaking guide throughout the tour
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Private coach transfers throughout
- Excursions and entrance fees
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- 2025 22nd September
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Join Jane Crowfoot in Zurich with a visit to the Swiss Yarn Festival, two full-day workshops and a day exploring this picturesque city included!
- 6 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 2 evening meals
- 2 full-day workshops with Jane Crowfoot, kit and refreshments included
- Excursions and entrance fees, including the Swiss Yarn Festival
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Coach transfers as described in the itinerary
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- 2025 1st April
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Alongside Mandy Shaw, visit the ‘Floating Garden’ of Madeira during the famous Flower Festival and explore the city of Funchal.
- 7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 7 evening meals including a Folklore Dinner
- 1 full-day and 2 half-day workshops with Mandy Shaw, kit included
- Workshop at local embroidery factory
- Tips for the guide and coach drivers
- Coach transport as detailed in the itinerary
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 29th April
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Explore Oxford, the ‘City of Dreaming Spires’, the Cotswolds and Blenheim Palace alongside workshops on Bernina machines with Janet Goddard.
- 3 full-day machine workshops with Janet Goddard
- 7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 3 lunches and 4 evening meals in the hotel
- Executive coach transportation
- Entrance fees and gratuities
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 12th August
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Join us on an unforgettable cruise, exploring the scenic islands of Scotland and Ireland, with the option to knit or crochet with Carol Meldrum.
- 3 full-day knitting or crochet workshops with Carol Meldrum, kit included
- 9 nights full-board accommodation on Fred. Olsen's Borealis
- Luggage porterage between your cabin and the drop-off/pick-up points
- Excursions and entrance fees as described in the itinerary
- Afternoon tea with sandwiches and cakes and late-night snacks
- Self-service tea and coffee stations on board the ship
- In-cabin dining and snacks
- Use of leisure facilities including swimming pools, Jacuzzis and a fitness centre
- A wide choice of on board activities, talks and demonstrations each day
- Evening entertainment including cabaret shows, live music and dancing
- UK port taxes and onboard gratuities
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 4th August
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Build up your confidence with colour by making a variety of crochet baskets, before using all your newfound skills to make a shoulder bag.
- 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- 2 days tuition, kits included
- Tea/coffee during workshops
- Access to Health Club including indoor pool, gym and steam room
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- 2025 24th October
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Take the first steps to cosy feet on this weekend retreat dedicated to sock knitting alongside expert Frederica Patmore.
- 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- 2 days tuition, kit included
- Tea/coffee during workshops
- Use of the pool and spa facilities (swimming pool, sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi)
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- 2025 26th September
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On this festive stitching holiday, experience the beautiful, World Heritage City of Bath and its wonderful Christmas market with Karin Hellaby.
- 4 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 2 full-day hand-stitching workshops with Karin Hellaby, refreshments included
- A welcome dinner and a festive farewell dinner
- Executive coach transfers
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 1st December
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Staying at the stunning Villa Quaranta, join expert Carolyn Forster in northern Italy, enjoying included excursions to Limone, Padua, and more.
- 7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 4 evening meals
- 3 full-day hand sewing workshops with your expert, refreshments and kit included
- Entrance fees, excursions and transportation as described in the itinerary
- Local English-speaking guides in Verona and Padua
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- City tax
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- 2025 3rd November
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Take some time out from the hustle and bustle of daily life and join Emma Leith on a relaxing weekend retreat dedicated to beginners' crochet.
- 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- 2 days of tuition with Emma Leith
- Kit with a ball of chunky yarn and hooks included for the first part of the course
- Tea and coffee during workshops
- Use of the hotel leisure facilities (subject to availability); gym, heated indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room
- Complimentary WiFi
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- 2025 9th May
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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.
- 7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 2 evening meals
- Excursions and entrance fees
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- 1 full-day workshop and 2 half-day workshops, kit included
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- 2025 14th July
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Take some time out from the hustle and bustle of daily life and join Anna on a relaxing weekend retreat dedicated to beginners’ Tunisian crochet.
- 2 nights full board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- 2 days tuition, kit included
- Tea/coffee during workshops
- Access to the hotel gym and swimming pool
- 10% discount on all pre-booked spa treatments
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- 2025 28th November
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Visit the beautiful Lake District and enjoy three full-day sewing machine workshops with Kim Suleman and three full-day excursions.
- 3 full-day workshops using Bernina machines, kit and refreshments included
- 7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 2 evening meals
- Excursions including private coach transport and entrance fees
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
- Tips for coach drivers and local guides
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- 2025 8th September
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Experience the magic of the festive season with a city break in Krakow, with a guided tour and three expert-led workshops included.
- 4 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 2 evening meals
- 3 half-day workshops with your expert, kit included
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 7th December
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Discover the wonders of Krakow at Christmas on this amazing 5-day holiday, enjoying a guided tour of the Old Town and three expert-led workshops.
- 4 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 2 evening meals
- 3 half-day workshops with your expert, kit included
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 14th December
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Take some time out from the hustle and bustle of daily life and indulge in a weekend dedicated to crochet colourwork alongside Anna Nikipirowicz.
- 2 nights full-board accommodation, from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday
- 2 days tuition, kit included
- Tea/coffee during workshops
- Use of the pool and spa facilities (swimming pool, sauna, steam room, and Jacuzzi)
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- 2025 14th November
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On this two-centre holiday, combine timeless Venice with cosmopolitan Trieste alongside your expert, blogger and designer Lucy of Attic24.
- 7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation
- 2 evening meals and 1 lunch
- 3 full-day workshops with Lucy, kit included
- Travel by coach and boat
- Local guide services
- City tax
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 8th November
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Learn about the traditional handicrafts, explore the last-divided capital in the world, and enjoy expert-led workshops in charming Kyrenia.
- 7 nights half-board accommodation
- 2 full and 2 half-day hand quilting workshops with your expert, refreshments and kit included
- Excursions and entrance fees
- Services of an English-speaking local guide on tours and transfers
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 13th November
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Discover this serene escape to the rugged Shetland Islands, where the rhythmic waves of the North Atlantic meet the tranquil art of crochet.
- 5 nights half-board accommodation, including full cooked Scottish breakfast and a 3-course dinner with coffee
- 4 half-day workshops, kit included
- Entrance fees and excursions
- Services of an experienced Tour Manager
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- 2025 18th 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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