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ClassBento money-back guarantee
Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
For extra peace of mind, all our bookings are covered by our £10 million public liability insurance.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at £500. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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Q: What ages is this class suitable for?
A: Adults & 12+ years. An adult must accompany any attending kids. The adult may observe at the class for free.
Q: What's the cancellation policy?
A: No cancellations, but free to reschedule up until 2 days before the class
Q: How long does the class run for, and what's the price?
A: 3 hours, £120 per guest
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Learn how to knit on a vintage machine to create wearable fashion at this private workshop in London
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3 hours
1 on 1
£120
What you'll do
In this private workshop, you'll learn the basics of knitting using a vintage knitting machine to create wearable textiles. Plus you can bring a friend or family member for free. What is machine knitting & who invented it? The knitting machine was invented by Englishman William Lee in 1589 to make stockings. It’s a very small manual machine that enables the maker to create fine, fast knitting. Machine knitting was one of the first major stages in the textile industry that led to the Industrial Revolution. It’s still in use today but unfortunately, it’s become a forgotten craft! So we’re here to bring it back!What to expect!During this creative and therapeutic class your teacher Valeria will guide you through designing and making your own knitted artwork. You'll learn how to use the vintage knitting ‘machine’ and listen to the wonderful sound it produces as the needles move. The process of machine knitting enables you to have full control over your design. Many people find machine knitting therapeutic and relaxing as you can watch and listen to your artwork come to life. Not only that the results look like those of an expert (even for absolute beginners).What can you make?It’s smooth, quick performance is perfect for making a range of knits – from home accessories to stylish garments - knit long trendy scarves, and quirky tote bags in under 3 hours… Smaller items only take minutes to do. Valeria will work with you to design and make what you want. All materials and tools are included and your artwork is yours to take home and wear with pride. Why use a knitting machine over hand-held? Unlike hand knitting, the beauty of using a domestic knitting machine is that you can knit fast and use much finer yarns to create wearable textiles with a professional artistic finish. There will be far fewer mistakes making it less stressful & it’s super fast. So what are you waiting for - come and enjoy this forgotten craft.Please note: This booking is a private 1:1 workshop. If you would like to bring a friend free of charge you can. You will split the cost, and share the experience plus time on the knitting machine.
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What you'll get
A knitting machine, all the tools and yarns to create knitted fabric samples to take home with you.
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Knowledge required
Whether you’ve tried knitting before or you’re a complete beginner but you like textiles, colour and texture, then this class is for you. It's suitable for anyone over the age of 12 years old. An adult must accompany any attending children under the age of 18.
What to bring
We will provide everything you need.
Suitable for
Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 12 years old).
An adult must accompany any attending kids. The adult may observe at the class for free.
Your teacher
Valeria Kiyko
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Your teacher Valeria is an experienced designer/maker with a passion for knitwear. She has worked in a high-end knitwear design studio and as a fashion buyer and now she makes kids and adult knitwear @maluk_knitwear (maluk meaning little one in Ukrainian). She is also a freelance textile designer.
Your host
We're Art Craft Studios, a space for creativity, skill development, or simply trying something new with friends and family. We welcome everyone, no matter your artistic experience. Our London studio offers a variety of workshops and experiences, from pottery to textiles. It's run single-handedly by Amanda who, with 17 years of ceramic experience, teaches everything pottery alongside her guest teachers. We pride ourselves on running smaller group workshops for a more personalised feel, as well as private experiences and group classes for the whole family. We look forward to welcoming you to the studio. See you soon!
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