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Machine Knitting Taster Class

Discover how to create beautiful, textured fabrics without ever picking up a pair of needles. It's the perfect way to get hands-on with a new craft, as you're guided through the basics of using a knitting machine in a relaxed, supportive environment.

You'll learn how to set up your station, cast on, and explore different techniques to produce unique patterns and cosy textiles that are sure to impress.

There’s no need to worry if you’ve never seen a knitting machine before. This workshop is designed for complete beginners, so everything is explained clearly with plenty of help along the way. Experience the joy of watching your designs come to life.

By the end of the session, you'll have mastered the fundamental stitches and gained the confidence to start your own projects. You'll leave with a selection of knitted samples, a refreshed creative outlook, and ready to take your new hobby to the next level.

Craft

Machine Knitting

Pricing

£150

22nd of July 2026 | 10:00 - 16:00

Upcoming dates

No previous machine knitting experience is required.

Knowledge required

All materials and tools are provided.

Tea and biscuits

What’s provided

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Weekend Courses

INTRODUCTION TO MACHINE KNITTING
2-DAY WORKSHOP

A beginner-friendly introduction to the domestic knitting machine.Over two days, you’ll learn the essentials,

Day 1 covers an open work sample in which you learn to use the tools and basics of machine knitting, including casting on and off and transferring stitches for lace hole patterns, and more. Plus other techniques like pin tuck, weave and jacquard/fair isle for colour and texture.

Day 2 briefly covers additional techniques, such as tucking for texture and hand-manipulated ribbing with beads, to further develop basic skills and have some experimental fun.

Craft

Machine Knitting

Pricing

£270

8-9 of August 2026 | 10:00 - 16:00

Upcoming dates

All materials and tools are provided.

Tea and biscuits

What’s provided

No previous machine knitting experience is required.

Knowledge required

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T-Shirt making
2-DAY WORKSHOP

Over this two-day intensive, you will make a knit T-shirt. This is a jam-packed, fun workshop designed for beginners and intermediate skill levels.

You will be able to choose from various trim details, yarns and simple patterns to customise your top.

Craft

Machine Knitting

Pricing

£220

Dates to be confirmed for August and September 2026

Please register your interest and help us select the dates!

Upcoming dates

No previous machine knitting experience is required.

Knowledge required

All materials and tools are provided.

Tea and biscuits

What’s provided

Register Your Interest

Evening Courses

Coming in the future

Wish we had an evening beginner course?

If you have any requests for the types of courses you would like Knitward to teach, please let us know. All of our courses are on an interest-first basis. This means that if we get enough requests or interest for a course, we will make it happen.

Please fill out the form below to register your interest.

Register Your Interest

Register Your Interest

We operate on an interest-first basis.

Here is what to do next:

  1. Fill out the form below to let us know which workshop you’d like to attend.

  2. Once the class hits its minimum number of students, we will confirm the workshop dates.

  3. We will then send you an official invite and payment details to secure your spot.

Submitting this form is simply an expression of interest and does not commit you to anything!

Check out the terms and conditions here.

What People are Saying

  • “I had a great time on the course. I knit but had never used a knitting machine before - I learned so much that I’m now going to buy one. We covered lots of different techniques and Hania was so nice, patient and thorough. I’d definitely recommend the course and aim to go back for a further one in the future.”

    – Catherine Mackenzie

  • “Hania is extremely patient, well organised and a very friendly teacher. She gave us very clear instructions which were followed by notes to ensure that we don’t forget anything. Small class size allowed Hania to guide us whenever we needed help. Very welcoming atmosphere and cookies were a bonus. After a two-day course, I was confident enough to buy a machine and try all the techniques I had learnt. Highly recommend this course.”

    – Magdalena Binkowska

  • “The class was amazing, I had a great time. Hania (The teacher) was so helpful and her instructions were very clear. We covered so many techniques in just 2 days. I reccomend it to everyone who wants to learn how to knit on a domestic machine.”

    – Oya Yildiz

  • “I recently attended a two day, weekend course at Hannia's studio, Knitward London. It was such a great experience. The atmosphere is very relaxed and friendly, and Hania is such a patient teacher. With a small group of students, she always had enough time to give us attention and guide us through different knitting techniques. The studio itself is very spacious, with well maintained knitting machines amazing selection of yarns in all sorts of colours. I'm really looking forward to joining Hania for the another course over five days in May. Sign up, you will enjoy the experience at Knitward London”

    – Philip Reynolds

  • “Hania is such an amazing, patient and knowledgeable teacher with a beautiful studio. I thoroughly enjoyed my weekend with her which pushed me to learn things I had thought were totally beyond my skillset! I will definitely be returning for another of her classes as soon as possible. Can't recommend enough!”

    – Isobel Troni

Two women working on a textile project in a well-lit workshop with large windows, vintage knitting machines, and colourful spools of thread.
Close-up of a person's hands linking brown fabric on a knitting machine with metal parts.
People are working on a project using punch cards with various geometric patterns. The individuals' hands are visible, some holding the cards and others working with textiles. There are colourful, patterned pieces of fabric or yarn nearby.
People are working on knitting machines in a bright indoor space. Spools of colourful yarn and knitted items are on the tables.