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.
Wednesday 26th November / 10 - 4
Introduction to Machine Sewing
If you missed out on the first class we now have a second date for Helen’s beginners 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.
Crochet a Neckerchief -
Beginner Crochet Workshop
Saturday 24th January 2026 / 10 - 1 / £35
We are very excited to now be able to offer this new half-day workshop with Zoe. It’s perfect for beginners who are short on time and want some expert support to get started with crochet. Zoe will teach you the basic crochet stitches needed to create your own beautiful crochet neckerchief or shawl. You will start by creating a sample to learn and practice the appropriate stitch and then begin your neckerchief to finish at home. Zoe will provide you with a hook, a high quality printed pattern and enough yarn to make a sample square.
Zoe is an accomplished crochet designer, author and educator based in Cornwall. Zoe’s designs can regularly be found in ‘Inside Crochet’ magazine and her first crochet book is being published in January 2026. You may have seen her very popular fishing beanie pattern for sale in Handworked! 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.
Crochet a Fishing Beanie -
Improver Crochet Workshop
Saturday 7th February 2026 / 10 - 1 / £35
Zoe has designed this fantastic half-day improvers workshop for people who already have a good grasp of crochet but would like to take on a more ambitious pattern with her guidance and support. Zoe will teach you a more advanced crochet stitch as well as a crochet shaping technique used to create a classic fishing style beanie. You will start by creating a sample to learn and practice the stitch before beginning your beanie. Zoe will provide you with a hook, a high quality printed pattern and enough yarn to make a sample square.
Zoe is an accomplished crochet designer, author and educator based in Cornwall. Zoe’s designs can regularly be found in ‘Inside Crochet’ magazine and her first crochet book is being published in January 2026. You may have seen her very popular fishing beanie pattern for sale in Handworked! 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! This is such a great chance to further your crochet skills with such a creative and knowledgeable teacher.
Follow the link below for the full workshop details and booking.
Tuesday 10th February 2026 / 10 - 4
Introduction to Machine Sewing
We are so pleased to say we have another date for Helen’s popular 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.
Pattern Tracing
Tuesday 3rd March 2026 / 10 - 4
We are so pleased to host this fantastic pattern tracing workshop once again, ‘Clone your Clothes’, with Helen from Dot N Cross.
This workshop is perfect for you if you are a competent sewer and would like to learn how to make a pattern from an item of clothing you already own. Helen will use her wealth of professional experience in pattern cutting to guide you through the process of making a pattern from a loved item of old or vintage clothing. You will leave not only with your finished pattern pieces but a new thrifty skill you can use again and again.
This is one of the first workshops Helen ever taught and she is excited to bring it to Penzance. Hosted in our studio above the shop it will be a small class of 4 so you’ll get lots of help and guidance throughout. There will be tea and biscuits aplenty and it’s sure to be a fun and informative day, with new skills learnt!
Follow the link below to Dot N Cross for the full workshop details and how to book.
Crochet a Neckerchief -
Beginner Crochet Workshop
Saturday 7th March 2026 / 10 - 1 / £35
A second chance to take part in Zoe’s sold out half-day Neckerchief workshop. It’s perfect for beginners who are short on time and want some expert support to get started with crochet. Zoe will teach you the basic crochet stitches needed to create your own beautiful crochet neckerchief or shawl. You will start by creating a sample to learn and practice the appropriate stitch and then begin your neckerchief to finish at home. Zoe will provide you with a hook, a high quality printed pattern and enough yarn to make a sample square.
Zoe is an accomplished crochet designer, author and educator based in Cornwall. Zoe’s designs can regularly be found in ‘Inside Crochet’ magazine and her first crochet book is being published in January 2026. You may have seen her very popular fishing beanie pattern for sale in Handworked! 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.