We have some fabulous knitwear artists with us…
Beverley Furniss
I can’t remember a time when I couldn’t knit! My first attempt at clothes for my dolls were replaced with jumpers and cardigans for my own children. More recently my knits have been for charity, alongside seasonal bunting. my other passion is bell ringing, I make rag rugs to order for ringing rooms across the uk to raise money for St Mary’s church bell fund.
Carol Jones
I’m self taught, having knitted for many years. I started crocheting to give the mind something to go, a release from everyday life. I gradually became more adventurous and found some lovely patterns to follow. Crochet has now overtaken everything!
Mandy Marshall
Socks; I am just obsessed with knitting socks! Super cosy & comfortable. Great for long walks or just chilly evenings!
I also enjoy taking unloved frames & used corks & turning them into something useful again.
Maureen Davies
Knitting is my passion and having done it for 65 years, I am now retired and have all the time to pursue new designs and textures. Specialising in Nordic Icelandic Fair Isle sweaters in natural fibres like merino, alpaca and silk which are 100% suitable for sensitive skin and very light but exceptionally warm. All totally seamless. Inspired by the landscape and nature from living in Wales for colours and shapes and these keep me incredibly cosy on my walking adventures.
Rowena Porter
I come from a family of makers and hoarders. All my family are creative and good with their hands. Both my parents were fabulous and prolific knitters, although I came to crochet late in life, after trying other crafts. I love making lots of different items, working in wool or cotton. I try to support local yarn shops and dyers, sourcing high quality from them. I have my helper Bryn dog, who comes to many fairs and markets with me, generally on chief “meet & greet” duty. I also have 3 tabby cats who frequently “help” me with my crochet.
Sarah Holmes
My family have always been super creative, using mainly fabrics & wools. I am a keen knitter (& dabble with crochet too) and try to use wool picked up from charity shops or donated from friends & family. I am a born & bred ‘Chirker’ and have recently been diagnosed with osteoarthritis in both hands. I am using my creative skills as a way of keeping my hands & fingers moving.