A friendly, relaxed group for anyone who loves knitting or crochet — or has always wanted to learn. We work with both hand and machine knitting alongside crochet, welcoming all levels from complete beginners to seasoned makers.

Come along, pick up your needles or hook, and enjoy a creative evening in good company.

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Feel free to use our yarn supply and patterns, or bring your own.

Whether you have a little experience and want to grow in confidence, or are a seasoned crocheter who wants to share the joy, this is the space for you.

Concession price available, please contact ally@southlandsarts.co.uk in advance of your session.

Crochet for Complete Beginners 1-1 Tuition

Want to learn the wonderful craft of crochet so you’re ready to join our social Crochet Club?

Book a 1-1 with our tutor Alison where we will cover the basics at your own pace. You will cover how to hold the hook and yarn, fundamental stitches, pattern reading.

Yarn and hook supplied for the session, or bring your own.

£10 30 min session perfect for those who just need a quick refresher

£20 1 hour session

To book contact ally@southlandsarts.co.uk or admin@southlandsarts.co.uk

Dates and times will be arranged on an individual basis.

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Whether you arrive with years of sewing experience or have never threaded a needle before, you’ll be welcomed like an old friend. Bring your favourite fabrics, your curiosity, and your slightly tangled threads — we’ll figure them out together and learn something new.

The Wandering Thimble is less about perfection, and more about slowing down, creating by hand, and sharing peaceful evenings with kind-hearted people and getting some use out of that dusty sewing machine!

This group is led by Gabriela whose sewing machine hums every single day. Sewing isn’t just her skill, it’s her joy, her rhythm, her way of making sense of the world. She brings patience, warmth, and a love of teaching that makes even the most nervous beginner feel at ease.

All levels welcome. If you’re hoping to bring children, please contact Gabriela before attending. For everyone’s safety and comfort, children must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times, and we can only accept certain ages. We can’t make exceptions on the day, so please check with her in advance.

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