Description
Join us every Friday in August to learn and practise crochet. In this engaging Kids Summer Crochet Club Workshops class, designed for ages 8 and above, your child will learn the basics of crochet and more. Whether a complete beginner or already familiar with a little crochet, everyone is welcome to join. Limited to only 5 spaces, ensuring personalised attention During this 5-week workshop, kids will: - Learn from award-winning crochet designer Kate McCully. - Discover basic crochet stitches in a small, friendly class setting. - Create projects from granny squares to crocheted toys. Take home balls of yarn, a hook, and instructions to continue their crochet journey. The workshops run on Fridays from 1.30-3pm. Parents do not need to stay but are welcome to if they want to. By the end of the class, your child will leave with newfound skills and the inspiration to explore further at home. Your Tutor - Kate McCully Kate is not just an ordinary instructor, she's an award-winning crochet designer, author, and workshop expert. With her wealth of experience and friendly approach, Kate will empower your child to unlock their creative potential. Spot her amazing amigurumi crochet work on display in the studio window; you might recognise her as the talented winner of Channel 4’s Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas. No wonder her creations are simply roaring with talent!
What's included in the price?
All materials, including yarn and hooks to keep, are provided. Your work to take-home, as well as yarn and instructions to continue practicing.
Duration
1½ hours
Cancellation policy
Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Hi, we're Kate and Martin McCully, the husband and wife duo behind Maker Studio. With backgrounds in design, craft, and creative direction, we created this space to be a colourful hub for the local community. I’m Kate, an award-winning crochet designer and author of Crochet at Work and the person behind Make Me Roar. You might’ve even seen me win Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas on Channel 4 with my hand-stitched reindeer, Ruben. At Maker Studio, you’ll find a curated mix of modern craft supplies, tools and kits, from yarn by Rico and Stylecraft to gorgeous embroidery threads and kits from brilliant UK makers like Cotton Twist, The Left Hookery, and more. My own crochet kits are all designed here in Eastbourne and are on the shelves too. We don’t just sell supplies we host weekly workshops in everything from beginner crochet and lino printing to creative writing and still life drawing. There are evening and weekend sessions, as well as family-friendly activities and holiday clubs for kids. Our in-studio coffee bar serves incredible coffee from Extract Coffee Roasters and rich vegan hot chocolate from Islands Chocolate. Pop in for a drink, work on a project or try one of our quick Make and Take crafts. Every Thursday, we host a free Meet and Make – a laid-back session for local crafters to get together, share ideas and get making. Come in, have a coffee and make something. We’d love to see you.
Suitable for
- Teenagers
- Children
FAQs
We serve our delicious coffee & hot drinks all day. Take out available. You can just pop in for coffee and hang out if you want, bring your latest project we'd love to see it.
Our wifi is free and fast. If you need to do bit of work grab your laptop and pop in for a coffee.
Maker Studio 52 Ocklynge Road, Eastbourne, BN21 1PR
We’re a 5-minute taxi or bus ride from Eastbourne Station, or a 15–20 minute walk through gorgeous Gildredge Park (look out for the legendary Horse Mound).
Regular buses from the town centre (routes 1, 1A, 12, or X1) stop near Waitrose or The Lamb in Old Town — just a short walk to the studio.
Taxis are easy to find at the station and cost around £5–£10.
