artisan-retreats

Workshops

Norah Gaughan
7 - 12 June, 2026
14 - 19 June, 2026

Norah has spent her life immersed in knitting and authored many fantastic knitting books including Norah Gaughan’s Knitted Cable Sourcebook and 40 Timeless Knits published by Vogue Knitting. Norah is best known for her beautiful and innovative cabled stitch patterns. 

As a freelancer for yarn companies and knitting magazines, then overseeing the Reynolds, Artful Yarns & Adrienne Vittadini Yarn lines as the design director at JCA, and as the design director at Berroco for nearly nine years.

Now an independent designer working out of her studio in historic Harrisville NH, Norah’s adventures have included working with Brooklyn Tweed and a stint as the Editor in Chief of Vogue Knitting.

Her newest labor of love is a book inspired by origami, Knit Fold Pleat Repeat. Look for her on her website, instagram and Youtube channel.

Zanete Knits 21 – 26 June, 2026

Zanete Hussain is a former software developer turned knitwear designer, constantly challenging her creative boundaries and inspiring others to do the same. Based in the UK, she’s known for blending traditional Latvian motifs with modern colourwork designs, creating fresh looks and interesting seamless garment constructions.

Her journey from tech to knitwear design started during her maternity leave, when her love for knitting grew from a hobby into a true calling. Through Zanete Knits, her patterns have gained international attention and been featured in popular knitting magazines.

With her analytical background, Zanete has a knack for breaking down complex techniques and making them approachable for knitters ready to take their skills to the next level. Her workshops focus on problem-solving and building confidence, helping knitters master the foundations and open up a world of creative possibilities.

Taylor Tomson

1-6 october 2025, Austria

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Jemmy Smith

13-18 july 2026, Austria

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