KNITTED STOCKING

Learn how to knit a festive stocking! This workshop introduces the technique of knitting in the round using double pointed needles  – a knitting method that results in a knitted tube, traditionally used for socks and mittens. Participants will learn decorative stitches, shaping, and how to create and plan out coloured patterns within their knitting. Prior knitting experience is a bonus but not essential – beginners are very welcome!

All materials and tools will be provided.

  • Date: Sold out!
  • Duration: 14:00 – 16:30.
  • Fee: €27.
  • Language of Instruction: English.
  • Materials and Tools: Provided.
  • What will I take home?
    Your own knitted stocking, wool and knitting needles, plus a how-to worksheet on different stitches and knitting techniques.  
  • Venue: Hae (Sint Jacobstraat 5, 6211LA Maastricht).
  • Is the workshop child-friendly? No.

BECKY DOONAN

Becky Doonan is a freelance textile conservator, with a background in textile crafts and dressmaking. Her day job as a conservator brings her into regular contact with historic textiles, and she has a longstanding fascination with traditional textile craft techniques, which she explores through activities such as hand spinning, knitting, and other handicrafts.