Knitting
We have knitting and crocheting books and resources for beginners and experts.
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Knit 'n' yarn
Various times and locations
Selected libraries
Come along and enjoy a chat with others as you knit. For anyone who loves to knit or wants to learn.
Creativebug
Get making with Creativebug. Access thousands of online art and craft video classes for free.
Absolute Beginners Knitting FULLY BOOKED, part of a series
Learn the basics of creating magic with yarn and needles, how to read a pattern and where to find help when you get stuck. Ages 16+
Knitting
Librarians get crafty with Creativebug
Our library staff and been using Creativebug, have a look at what they made.
Craft snippets: Wool with Carmin Beck
Sally and Angela report back from the Craft Snippets event at Upper Riccarton Library featuring wool expert, Carmin Beck.
Toasty toes with snuggly socks and slippers
Knit some socks and slippers for Knit in Public Day, Saturday 10 June.
Interview: The Eggcellent Heather Haylock and Lael Chisholm
Missbeecrafty interviews the women behind the Granny McFlitter picture book series, and talks knitting, painting and inspiration.
But I don't know how to knit!!
Knit in Public Day is coming up. But what if you don't know how to knit? Valerie has some recommendations for beginners.
Craft Snippets January 2022
New items shared at our January gathering.
Knit In Public Day 2021
Just learning to knit? Here are my best books and magazines for beginners. Take your knitting out with you on Sat 12 June & knit in public.
I'm too little to knit
Too little to knit? Enjoy these picture books on Saturday 12 June - Knit in Public Day.
Crafts and Collecting
Explore resources to improve your craft skills. If you enjoy collecting, we have guidebooks, catalogues and online resources to help.