Saturday 16th May, 2026

1pm-4pm

Google Meet link sent upon purchase.

This introduction to nalbinding workshop aims to preserve the ancient craft of nalbinding, which is now on the red list of endangered crafts. Participants will learn the cultural and archaeological history of nalbinding and how to get started with the Oslo stitch.

A PDF instructional booklet is included with this workshop. You will need a needle (a metal or plastic darning needle can be used) and 100% wool yarn (aran or chunky weight).

Nalbinding kits including everything you need for this workshop can be purchased alongside if required.

email caz@redharehistory to book.

Saturday 20th June, 2026

10am-4pm

Northern Yarn, 9 Middle Street, Lancaster

This class aims to preserve and pass on the knowledge of nalbinding, the most ancient method of knitting yarn into fabric. Attendees will learn the cultural and archaeological history of nalbinding, how to create the Oslo stitch and various techniques such as increasing, decreasing and felting on. This class gives attendees the skills to create hats, mittens, socks, pouches and more.

Everything you'll need for the class is included; a nalbinding needle and Jacobs yarn - which you can take home at the end to practice! There will be a break for lunch (lunch not included.)

Please book through Northern Yarn's website: