Textile School - 5 Week Course

Build your skills your way — with expert support and a personalised learning plan.



5 x 2 hours Location Wood Green Class size 1 to 7 (public classes), 3 to 8   £160
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Welcome to Four Otter Craft Studio’s Textile School: a supportive, school-style learning space where you can grow your knitting, crochet, and spinning skills over five focused weekly sessions.
This course is designed for anyone who wants structured, personalised guidance — whether you’re building technical skills, starting a new project, or learning how to finish the ones you’ve already begun.
You choose your pathway.
We provide the teaching, coaching, troubleshooting, and encouragement to help you make real progress.
What you’ll do
Over five weeks, you’ll work in a small group with an experienced teacher who will help you:
Choose your learning pathway
At the start of the course, you’ll choose one of the following:
1. Skill Pathway
Use our curated Textile School modules to build technique and confidence. Options include:
Knitting Techniques: colourwork, lace, cables, shaping, and more
Crochet Techniques: ripple stitch, textures (puff/bobble/popcorn), granny square variations, and more
OR
2. Project Pathway
Bring along a project you want to start — or we'll help you find one that suits. We’ll help you understand the pattern, choose materials, break down the steps, and progress week by week.
OR
3. Bring-Your-Own WIP Pathway
If you have unfinished projects, we’ll help you progress and actually finish them.
Whichever Pathway you choose, we’ll support you with:
  • fixing mistakes
  • reading patterns
  • tension issues
  • shaping
  • construction
  • blocking
  • professional finishing techniques
How it works
Each session includes:
  • Teaching time: Learn techniques from your pathway modules
  • Guided practice: Work on your project with hands-on support
  • Troubleshooting: Fix problems, build confidence, and understand why things happen
  • Weekly check-ins: Track your progress so you keep momentum
Whether you're learning a brand-new skill or deepening an existing one, you’ll leave each week knowing exactly what to work on next.
Who this course is for
  • Confident beginners ready to build skills
  • Improvers who need structured guidance
  • Makers who get stuck or overwhelmed on their own
  • Anyone who loves learning in a supportive school-style environment
  • People who want accountability and clear steps forward
You don’t need to know everything to start — just be able to knit or crochet the basics and be excited to learn more.
Why students love Textile School
"It finally clicked!"
"I finished a project I abandoned years ago."
"I learned more in here than in months on my own."
"I loved choosing my own project but knowing help was there."
"It’s exactly the balance of structure + freedom I needed."

Upcoming dates for Textile School - 5 Week Course

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 17 Oct 2026, 10:11am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

8 upcoming dates between 4 Nov 2026 and 14 Apr 2027.

  • Wed 4 Nov 2026, 2:30pm-4:30pm (then the same time each week, for the next 4 weeks)
  • Wed 4 Nov 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm (then the same time each week, for the next 4 weeks)
  • Wed 6 Jan 2027, 2:30pm-4:30pm (then the same time each week, for the next 4 weeks)
  • Wed 6 Jan 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm (then the same time each week, for the next 4 weeks)
  • Wed 24 Feb 2027, 2:30pm-4:30pm (then the same time each week, for the next 4 weeks)
  • Wed 24 Feb 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm (then the same time each week, for the next 4 weeks)
  • Wed 14 Apr 2027, 2:30pm-4:30pm (then the same time each week, for the next 4 weeks)
  • Wed 14 Apr 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm (then the same time each week, for the next 4 weeks)
What you'll get
  • 5 weeks of focused tuition
  • Personalised learning plan
  • Guidance through techniques or projects
  • Use of studio tools (needles, hooks, notions)
  • Pattern help and advice
  • A friendly, relaxed, confidence-building atmosphere
  • Tea, biscuits, and the joy of learning alongside others
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Knowledge required
You should be able to knit or crochet (whichever skill you want to pursue) at a basic level.
Session repeats

This class series runs over 5 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.

Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or hen do.

This experience would also be a creative gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Four Otter Craft Studio, River Park Road, London

This venue is a short walk from Wood Green tube station (100m).

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Recent reviews of Textile School - 5 Week Course

  • 5/5 from Asha Phillips, attended Sep 2026: I really enjoyed the 5 weeks. I got a lot of help and advice on works in progress. The atmosphere is relaxed, jolly and supportive. The teachers are amazing. I appreciated learning with other people as I learned from their projects too.
  • 5/5 from Bini Doyle, attended Jun 2026: I learnt some amazing skills again! Love this place so much. The other ladies in the class are also so friendly and supportive. Thanks Nessa and Sofia.
  • 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Jun 2026: I have been attending Textile School since its start in January and continue to find it an encouraging and welcoming place. I’m more confident to buy patterns which are sometimes complicated and often beyond my knitting skills as I know if I get stuck one of the lovely tutors will help me out and I will learn something new. Nessa and Sofia have a vast wealth of knowledge and pass this on to their students. I like being in a small group with other crafters.
  • 5/5 from Carol, attended Jun 2026: Supportive, expert advice really helped my project. Thank you Nessa and Sophia - I will be back!
  • 5/5 from Louise Crombie, attended Jun 2026: Thank you so much Nessa and Sofia for such a welcoming environment and for the valuable tuition and assistance, a very warm and friendly experience. Really enjoyed it and meeting everyone, look forward to the next one!
  • 5/5 from Carol Wood, attended Apr 2026: My 3rd time re enrolling for this wonderful knitting class. I plan on making it a regular fixture in my schedule. I was looking for a knitting class for a long time before I finally found this gem. Excellent teaching means my learning has progressed so much faster than I expected thanks to the wonderful teachers, Nessa and Sophia. It’s flexible too as to what you can cover in the lessons. Looking forward to my next set of lessons
  • 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Apr 2026: My teachers are so knowledgeable and approachable. I’ve been learning more crochet and knitting techniques in a welcoming, supportive class.
  • 5/5 from Rachel Mardenborough, attended Apr 2026: Textile School is a calm, focused space where there is lots of guidance, learning and inspiration when working on your projects. Nessa is an expert in her field and shares so much knowledge about stitches, patterns and yarns. I feel like I learn something new each week. Making mistakes or exploring new techniques with guidance and support is what I was looking for and Textile School offers this and so much more. I want to keep learning and advancing in my knitting journey so have signed up again! If you are reading this, take it as a sign and join up too.
  • 5/5 from Kate Blackbeard, attended Apr 2026: Excellent teachers in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. Teach from beginners to the more experienced as you bring your own project. Loved every second. And there is tea and biccies!
  • 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Feb 2026: I’ve just completed my second group of sessions at The Textile School and they have been fabulous. Both tutors have a wealth of knowledge on their subject and every week I pick up new skills. I have completed a project that I am very happy with but I would never have attempted it without coming to Textile School. Both tutors have shown me how to tackle any problems and given me suggestions. The atmosphere in the class is calm, fun and inspiring. Thank you Nessa and Sophia.
  • 5/5 from Gina Kyprianou, attended Feb 2026: Loved every minute and had so much fun. Learnt loads, from reading written patterns to crochet tidely. Thank you Sophia and Nessa xx
  • 5/5 from Carol Wood, attended Jan 2026: Enrolled on this course after completing their 3 week total beginner knitting course. (Which was also great.) I really enjoyed it and have learned far more than I thought possible. My new knitting skills have really progressed. Nessa and Sophie are both great teachers, patient and with a huge wealth of knowledge, especially useful when it comes to helping you untangle your mistakes and educating you how to avoid the same errors in future! It a wonderful venue, quirky, charming cosy and absolutely stuffed with all things woollen and everything to do with knitting, spinning and crochet. I will be returning soon.
  • 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Jan 2026: I have been learning a new knitting technique. The teachers are very knowledgeable in their crafts and gave me good advice and encouragement. They are both extremely patient and welcoming. The venue is warm and cosy and ideal for a crafting space.
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Four Otter Craft Studio
Four Otter Craft Studio

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At the heart of Four Otter Craft Studio we believe that creativity knows no boundaries. Our space is a sanctuary for self-expression, a sanctuary where imaginations run wild and innovation flourishes. We are driven by the belief that the act of working with our hands connects us not only to our craft but also to our inner selves, allowing us to discover a profound sense of fulfilment and purpose.
Join us at Four Otter Craft Studio where we invite you to experience the joy of working with your hands, the camaraderie of a vibrant community, and the transformative power of textiles. Together, we can create something truly extraordinary.
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