Welcome to our workshop page. Any upcoming workshops will be listed below and hosted by us at the shop in collaboration with talented creative makers and educators. Our hope is to create a relaxing and friendly environment where you can learn with like-minded folk in our beautiful creative space.
Learn to Crochet a Granny Square
Saturday 9th May 2026 / 10.30 - 1.30 / £35
We’re excited to host this half day granny square workshop with Zoe Curtis. It’s perfect for beginners as well as those with some basic crochet knowledge. Zoe will guide you through the stitches involved in making traditional granny squares and equip you with the knowledge to have a go at home! All equipment needed to make a sample square will be provided. Zoe’s workshops are always filled with warmth, fun and knowledge, it’s sure to be a lovely morning.
Zoe is an accomplished crochet designer, author and educator based in Cornwall. Zoe’s designs can regularly be found in ‘Inside Crochet’ magazine and this January her first Crochet book, ‘A Crochet Year’, was published. Zoe has many years of experience and will be imparting her extensive knowledge of traditional crochet alongside her personal tips and tricks!
Hosted in our studio above the shop it will be a small class of 6 so you’ll get lots of help and guidance throughout. There will be plenty of tea and biscuits to power you through the morning! Crochet is such a wonderful skill to have with so many creative possibilities.
Follow the link below for the full workshop details and booking.
Punch Needle Basics
Friday 15th May 2026 / 10.30 - 1.30 / £35
Joanna Natalija is a designer and maker living and working in Cornwall. Joanna trained at Falmouth University and London College of Fashion and has many years of creative experience to share with you. As well as creating one-off punch needle pieces which she incorporates into upholstery and wall hangings, she is a print designer, creating beautiful pieces for wallpaper and fabric.
Hosted in our studio above the shop it will be a small class of 6 so you’ll get lots of help and guidance throughout. There will be plenty of tea and biscuits to power you through the morning! It’s going to be a relaxed and creative session and you’ll go home with your completed punch needle piece and a new skill!
Follow the link below for the full workshop details and booking.
We’re so pleased to offer a second chance to take part in a punch needle workshop with Joanna Natalija. Punch needle is a creative embroidery technique that has been used for hundreds of years to create beautiful, richly textured pieces. This class is suitable for the absolute beginner as Joanna will guide you through all the steps involved in this relaxing and creative craft. All materials are provided, so you just need to bring yourself!
Wednesday 1st July 2026 / 10 - 4
Introduction to Machine Sewing
Another chance to take part in Helen’s brilliant beginner’s machine sewing class. Hosted by us at Handworked and run by Helen from Dot N Cross Studio.
If you have a sewing machine and would like to learn how to sew or you haven’t sewn for years and need help getting started again - this is the class for you!
Helen has a wealth of experience having spent 12 years working as a pattern cutter in the London fashion industry for the likes of Karen Millen, Victoria Beckham and Mary Katrantzou. She now runs sewing and pattern cutting workshops in Cornwall and is passionate about sharing her knowledge with others.
What we love about this course is it teaches you the very basics of machine sewing right through to making your own tote bag with confidence using the skills you have learnt on the day. It will take place in our bright and airy studio space above the shop. Helen is a warm and knowledgeable teacher and it’s sure to be a lovely day.
Follow the link below to Dot N Cross for all the workshop details and how to book.
* This workshop requires you to bring a sewing machine, it’s a good opportunity to get to grips with your own machine. However if this is not possible for you get in contact with us directly (at Handworked) as we may have one you can borrow.