The Top-Down knitting technique has soared in popularity in recent years – and for good reason! With no seams to sew and the flexibility to adjust fit as you go, it’s a game-changer for garment making.
If you’ve ever been curious about trying this method, this workshop is the perfect place to start. Over the course of four sessions, Truro Wool’s knitting expert, Julie Cowan, will guide you step-by-step through the process of knitting a simple, stylish jumper using circular needles. Designed specifically for this workshop, Julie’s exclusive pattern is worked Top-Down and In the Round and features comfortable raglan sleeves.
Whether you’re a novice knitter looking to complete your first handmade garment, or a seasoned knitting pro ready to explore a new construction style, this course will equip you with the essential skills and confidence to take on future Top-Down projects with ease.
Looking to build your skills further? Truro Wool’s Autumn workshop programme will include a more advanced multi-part Top-Down Fair Isle steeked cardigan course, so this is the perfect foundation for mastering the technique before moving on to colour-work and steeking.
Included:
- 4 x 2.5 hour workshops
- Printed Pattern
- 10% off yarn purchased from Truro Wool to use for this workshop
Techniques covered:
- How to knit a sweater from the Top Down with sewing up
- Knitting in the Round
- Pattern Reading
- Finishing Techniques
- How to customise the pattern for an exact fit
Skill Level:
- Confident Novice – able to cast on, knit, purl and cast off.
Dates & Times:
- Thursday 17th July 2025, 6:30pm – 9:00pm
- Thursday 31st July 2025, 6:30pm – 9:00pm
- Thursday 14th August 2025, 6:30pm – 9:00pm
- Thursday 28th August 2025, 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Location:
- In-Person – Workshop Studio, Truro Wool, St Mary’s Street, Truro, TR1 2AF
Sizes Available:
- Actual Bust 34″/86cm(36″/91cm; 38″/96cm; 42″/107cm; 44″/112cm; 46″/117cm)
Finished 39″/99cm(41″/104cm; 43″/109cm; 47″/119cm; 50″/127cm; 52″/132cm)
Material Requirements:
- Needles
6.5mm x 50cm circular needle
6.5mm x 60cm circular needle
6.5mm x 80cm circular needle
If you don’t have these needles in your kit already, the KnitPro Interchangeable Zing and Symfonie ranges offer a great, cost-effective solution as you would need just one set of needle tips and three cables. - Yarn – the recommended yarn is West Yorkshire Spinners Re:Treat a 100% British wool (140mtr/100g)
(Any chunky can be used as long as it has a knitted tension of 14 stitches per 10cm – please contact the shop for advice)
34″/86cm – 700mtr
36″/91cm – 700mtr
38″/96cm – 840mtr
42″/107cm – 980mtr
44″/112cm – 980mtr
46″/117cm – 1,120mtr - 9 x Stitch Markers
The KnitPro Ring Stitch Markers are perfect for this project.
Age Requirement:
- Minimum 12 years
Maximum Participants:
- This workshop is limited to a maximum of 8 participants
Cancellation Policy:
- If your circumstances change and you are unable to attend a workshop you have booked, please let us know as soon as possible. A 90% refund will be given if the cancellation is made more than 28 days in advance of the start of your workshop (10% is required to cover administrative costs incurred). Unfortunately, no refund can be given on cancellations made within 28 days of the start of the workshop, however, we would be willing to swap your booking over to another name, should you have a friend or family member that would wish to attend in your place.
- Please be advised that if you miss one of the parts of this course, we cannot offer a catch-up session, however, please speak to us about booking a 1-2-1 session as we will, of course, do our best to assist you.
- This workshop requires a minimum of 4 participants to run.
- Very rarely circumstances beyond our control may mean that workshops must be cancelled. Should this happen, the cost of your workshop will be fully refunded.
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