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SUMMARY:Yarn Gathering\, 20th September 2026
DESCRIPTION:Yarn Gathering is back once again for its fifth year!\n\n\n\n \n\nOur vendors are a mix of dyers\, spinners\, weavers\, fibre artists\, owners of small yarn shops and designers\, all based within an hour or so of Mold.\n\n\n\nVenue: Daniel Owen Centre\, Mold\, CH7 1AP\n\nDate: Sunday 20th September 2026\n\nTime: 10am-4pm\n\nCost: It’s still free to enter!\n\nThis event is licensed by Flintshire County Council.\n\n \n\n Share this:\n				Share on X (Opens in new window)\n				X\n			\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook\n			\n				Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n				LinkedIn\n			\n				Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n				Mastodon\n			\n				Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n				Bluesky\n			Like this:Like Loading…
URL:https://kathandrewsdesigns.com/events/yarn-gathering-20th-september-2026/
LOCATION:The Daniel Owen Centre\, Daniel Owen Square\, Mold\, Flintshire\, CH7 1AP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Yarn Shows
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SUMMARY:Yarndale\, 26th-27th September 2026
DESCRIPTION:I am delighted to be exhibiting at Yarndale once again – and this year we will have a double stand so it will be much easier to browse! \nHeld at Skipton Auction Mart during the last weekend of September\, Yarndale is one of the biggest shows in the UK. \nDay tickets are £19.50 (including £2.50 booking fee)\, weekend tickets are £34.50 (including £2.50 booking fee). Under 16s and carers are free with an accompanying ticket-holding adult. \nDay tickets have timed entry (between 10am and noon). 10am and 10.30 entry for Saturday are already sold out\, so don’t wait too long if you want to spend as much time as possible there! \nShare this:\n				Share on X (Opens in new window)\n				X\n			\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook\n			\n				Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n				LinkedIn\n			\n				Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n				Mastodon\n			\n				Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n				Bluesky\n			Like this:Like Loading…
URL:https://kathandrewsdesigns.com/events/yarndale-26th-27th-september-2026/
LOCATION:Skipton Auction Mart\, Gargrave Road\, Skipton\, North Yorkshire\, BD23 1UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Yarn Shows
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SUMMARY:Stacked Stitches at Yarndale\, 26th September 2026 - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:You will learn about Stacked Stitches\, which is a great technique invented by Xandy Peters. Knitting with stacked stitches (stacking increases or decreases on top of each other within the same row) creates amazing shapes and patterns to your knitting whilst still only using one colour at a time. Fabulous textures can also be achieved. \nBook a place on the Yarndale website. You will also need a ticket for entry to the show on Sunday. \nVenue: Yarndale\, Skipton Auction Mart \nDates: 26th September\, 3.30pm-5.30pm \nCost: £42\, including handouts and yarn. \nSkills needed: Cast-on\, cast-off\, knit & purl. \nBring with you:  4mm or 4.5mm needles (any type). \nShare this:\n				Share on X (Opens in new window)\n				X\n			\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook\n			\n				Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n				LinkedIn\n			\n				Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n				Mastodon\n			\n				Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n				Bluesky\n			Like this:Like Loading…
URL:https://kathandrewsdesigns.com/events/stacked-stitches-at-yarndale-26th-september-2026/
LOCATION:Skipton Auction Mart\, Gargrave Road\, Skipton\, North Yorkshire\, BD23 1UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Knitting Workshops
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SUMMARY:Intro to Two-Colour Brioche Knitting at Yarndale\, Sunday 27th September 2026 - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Learn this amazing technique to create a wonderfully squishy fabric. We’ll cover the basic two colour brioche stitch\, the terminology\, a brioche  increase and two different decreases. \nLearn this amazing technique to create a wonderfully squishy fabric. We’ll cover the basic two colour brioche stitch\, the terminology\, a brioche  increase and two different decreases. \nBook a place on the Yarndale website. You will also need a ticket for entry to the show on Sunday. \nVenue: Yarndale\, Skipton Auction Mart \nDates: 27th September\, 10.30am-12.30pm \nCost: £42\, including handouts and yarn. \nBring with you: 5mm circular knitting needles (60-80cm long). Needles must be circular for brioche knitting\, though we will be knitting flat\, not in the round. \nSkills required: Cast-on\, cast-off\, knit & purl. \nShare this:\n				Share on X (Opens in new window)\n				X\n			\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook\n			\n				Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n				LinkedIn\n			\n				Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n				Mastodon\n			\n				Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n				Bluesky\n			Like this:Like Loading…
URL:https://kathandrewsdesigns.com/events/introduction-to-two-colour-brioche-knitting-at-yarndale-sunday-27th-september/
LOCATION:Skipton Auction Mart\, Gargrave Road\, Skipton\, North Yorkshire\, BD23 1UD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Knitting Workshops
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SUMMARY:Stafford Wool Gathering 17th-18th October 2026
DESCRIPTION:A weekend of woolly goodness in the heart of England.\nJoin us in Stafford for a wool festival celebrating the best of fibre and yarn. \nThere will be over 100 exhibitors showcasing their skills and offering everything you need. Or take part in workshops to learn and improve on your own skills. \nWhether you enjoy spinning\, felting\, weaving\, knitting\, or crochet\, it’s an event you won’t want to miss. We are excited to exhibit at this event for the first time in 2026. \nShare this:\n				Share on X (Opens in new window)\n				X\n			\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook\n			\n				Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n				LinkedIn\n			\n				Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n				Mastodon\n			\n				Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n				Bluesky\n			Like this:Like Loading…
URL:https://kathandrewsdesigns.com/events/stafford-wool-gathering-17th-18th-october-2026/
LOCATION:Staffordshire County Showground\, Weston Road\, Staffordshire\, ST18 0BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Yarn Shows
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SUMMARY:Intro to Two-Colour Brioche Knitting at Stafford Wool Gathering\, 17th October 2026
DESCRIPTION:Learn this amazing knitting technique to create a wonderfully squishy fabric. We’ll cover the basics of the two-colour brioche stitch and the terminology. We’ll also explore a brioche increase and two simple decreases to create geometric shapes in your brioche swatch. \nDon’t forget to book your ticket for the show as well! \nTutor: Kath Andrews \nDate: Saturday 17th October \nTime: 1.00pm – 3.00pm \nLength of Workshop: 2 hours \nCost: £30 \nLevel of Experience: Intermediate \nSuitable for Age: 16 plus \nIncluded: Yarn and handouts. \nNeed to bring: 5mm circular needles\, pen or pencil. \nPlaces currently available: 4 \nShare this:\n				Share on X (Opens in new window)\n				X\n			\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook\n			\n				Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n				LinkedIn\n			\n				Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n				Mastodon\n			\n				Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n				Bluesky\n			Like this:Like Loading…
URL:https://kathandrewsdesigns.com/events/introduction-to-two-colour-brioche-knitting-at-stafford-wool-gathering-17th-october-2026/
LOCATION:Staffordshire County Showground\, Weston Road\, Staffordshire\, ST18 0BD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Knitting Workshops
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SUMMARY:Christmas Wool Show\, 14th-15th November 2026
DESCRIPTION:I’m delighted to be exhibiting this year at the CHRISTMAS WOOL SHOW\, an exciting festival of knitting\, crochet and woolly fibre crafts. \nPlease join us at the National Conference Centre near Birmingham (B92 0EJ)\, from 10am to 4pm on 14th & 15th November 2026. The venue is at junction 6 of the M42\, which is a couple of miles from the NEC and Birmingham International train station. \nAn amazing range of top class exhibitors from all over the country\nA great range of workshops\nA fabulous venue with loads of FREE parking\nA café selling a range of hot and cold food and drinks\nFree demonstrations from local guilds\nA charity magazine stall\nA yarn winding service\nLots of room to sit and chat \nSo please come to visit. There’s so much to see\, do and buy. \nShare this:\n				Share on X (Opens in new window)\n				X\n			\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook\n			\n				Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n				LinkedIn\n			\n				Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n				Mastodon\n			\n				Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n				Bluesky\n			Like this:Like Loading…
URL:https://kathandrewsdesigns.com/events/christmas-wool-show-14th-15th-november-2026/
LOCATION:National Conference Centre\, Solihull\, B92 0EJ
CATEGORIES:Yarn Shows
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SUMMARY:Intro to Two-Colour Brioche Knitting at Ewe Felty Thing\, 5th December 2026
DESCRIPTION:Date: 5th December 2026 \nTime: 10.30 am – 12.30 pm \nVenue: Ewe Felty Thing\, 24 Castle Street\, Conwy\, LL32 8AY \nCost: £45 (includes workshop handout\, tea/coffee and cake) \n\nAges 16+ unless attending with a parent or guardian \nBook your ticket here! \n\nAge: Under 16’s are welcome if attending with an accompanying adult.\n\n\nExplore the beautifully squishy world of two‑colour brioche knitting with knitwear designer Kath Andrews. This workshop will guide you through the fundamentals of brioche\, from mastering the basic two‑colour stitch to understanding the unique terminology used in this deeply textured technique. \n\n\nYou’ll also learn how to work a brioche increase and two simple decreases\, allowing you to create striking geometric shapes in your practice swatch. \nWhat you’ll learn\n\nFoundations of the two‑colour brioche stitch\nKey brioche terminology\nHow to work a brioche increase\nTwo essential brioche decreases for shaping\n\nSkills required\nParticipants should be confident with: \n\nCasting on\nKnitting and purling\nFollowing a written pattern\n\nWhat to bring\n\n5mm circular needles (60–80cm)\n\nCircular needles are essential for two‑colour brioche\, even when working flat\n\n\nDK yarn in two contrasting colours:\n\nOne light\nOne dark\n\n\n\nHandouts are provided\, and suitable yarn and needles are available to purchase in the shop. \n\nShare this:\n				Share on X (Opens in new window)\n				X\n			\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook\n			\n				Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n				LinkedIn\n			\n				Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n				Mastodon\n			\n				Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n				Bluesky\n			Like this:Like Loading…
URL:https://kathandrewsdesigns.com/events/intro-to-two-colour-brioche-knitting-at-ewe-felty-thing-5th-december-2026/
LOCATION:Ewe Felty Thing\, 24 Castle Street\, Conwy\, LL32 8AY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Knitting Workshops
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SUMMARY:Stranded Knitting Workshop at Ewe Felty Thing\, 5th December 2026
DESCRIPTION:Stranded Colourwork Knitting Workshop | Learn with Kath Andrews\nDate: 5th December 2026 \nTime: 1.30 pm – 3.30 pm \nVenue: Ewe Felty Thing\, 24 Castle Street\, Conwy\, LL32 8AY \nCost: £45 (includes workshop handout\, tea/coffee and cake) \n\nAges 16+ unless attending with a parent or guardian \nBook your ticket here! \nJoin us for a welcoming and informative workshop led by Kath Andrews\, an experienced knitwear designer known for her beautiful\, thoughtful patterns and approachable teaching style. This session is perfect for beginners to stranded colourwork or anyone wanting to build confidence with the technique. \nWhat you’ll learn\n\nHow to manage two yarns at once while knitting and purling\nTechniques for maintaining an even tension to create smooth\, consistent colourwork\nHow to read and follow a colour‑work chart\nTips for selecting colours with clear tonal contrast for striking results\n\nWhat to bring\nPlease bring: \n\n4mm knitting needles\nDK yarn in three colours\, each with different tonal values\n\nDon’t have suitable yarn? You can pick some up in the shop before the workshop\, including: \n\nLuca‑S Merino DK\nWest Yorkshire Spinners ColourLab DK\n\nWhether you’re dreaming of Fair Isle\, exploring new techniques\, or simply curious\, this session with Kath will give you the skills and confidence to begin your colourwork journey. \nWorkshop spaces currently available: 5 \n\nShare this:\n				Share on X (Opens in new window)\n				X\n			\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook\n			\n				Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n				LinkedIn\n			\n				Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n				Mastodon\n			\n				Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n				Bluesky\n			Like this:Like Loading…
URL:https://kathandrewsdesigns.com/events/stranded-knitting-workshop-at-ewe-felty-thing-4th-april-2026/
LOCATION:Ewe Felty Thing\, 24 Castle Street\, Conwy\, LL32 8AY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Knitting Workshops
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SUMMARY:Yuletide Yarnies\, 12th December 2026
DESCRIPTION:Please note change of venue! Yuletide Yarnies is now taking place at Shrewsbury College. \nA cosy Christmas yarn show at Shrewsbury College! Discover hand-dyed yarns\, unique gifts\, crafting supplies and more! \n\nJoin us for a magical day of all things woolly and wonderful! \nExpect a warm welcome\, mince pies\, live music and a fantastic line-up of independent yarn dyers\, spinners\, fibre artists and makers – just in time for festive gifting and winter projects. \n🧵 Expect to find: \nHand-dyed yarns in stunning seasonal shades\, Knitting & crochet supplies\, Embroidery\, felting\, spinning & weaving goodies\, Beautiful buttons\, patterns and haberdashery\, Handmade gifts and artisan wares\, Cosy bakes and festive treats \nPlus: \nHot drinks and sweet nibbles\, Christmas shopping with a yarnie twist\, crafty chats and community spirit and festive music. \nDate: Saturday 12th December 2026 \nTime: 11am – 4pm \nVenue: Shrewsbury College\, London Road\, Shrewsbury\, SY2 6PR \nFree on-site parking \nFully accessible and free entry for carers \nFree entry for children 16 and under \nGeneral Admission – All Day Access – Join us for a full day with the Yarnies.  \n11am – 4pm \nAdvance ticket: £5\, On the door: £7 \nLate Afternoon Entry – Join us for the final part of the day. \n2.30pm – 4pm \nAdvance ticket: £3\, On the door: £5 \nWhether you’re a seasoned stitcher\, knitter\, crocheter\, spinner\, just love beautifully crafted pieces or new to the world of wool\, Yuletide Yarnies promises inspiration\, community and a dash of festive magic. Its the the cosy craft event you won’t want to miss! \n\n\nShare this:\n				Share on X (Opens in new window)\n				X\n			\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook\n			\n				Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)\n				LinkedIn\n			\n				Share on Mastodon (Opens in new window)\n				Mastodon\n			\n				Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window)\n				Bluesky\n			Like this:Like Loading…
URL:https://kathandrewsdesigns.com/events/yuletide-yarnies-12th-december-2026/
LOCATION:Shrewsbury College\, London Road\, Shrewsbury\, SY2 6PR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Yarn Shows
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