Banffshire: Knitting for Beginners
The SWIFTS Pathway is a friendly, step-by-step learning pathway for members to grow their skills and confidence together, starting at beginner level through to judging level and moving forward at a manageable pace.
Our tutors are members too, and they love sharing what they know – staying true to our ethos of “if you know a good thing, pass it on.” It’s very much about learning with and from each other, exploring your interests, picking up new techniques, building design skills, and having a go at more advanced ideas, while celebrating every step of progress along the way.
Who is Level 1 suitable for:
- Beginners wishing to develop strong foundational skills
- Practicing crafters seeking formal recognition of their skills
- Those aspiring to use the pathway and work towards judge competitions or deliver tuition
Examples of progression & recognition:
- Entrepreneural skills
- Community-based craft leadership roles
- Articulation towards formal education
- Recognised preparation for SWI competition judging and mentoring roles
The SWIFTS learning pathway is unique compared to other short craft courses:
- It runs over 12 weeks
- It includes two 4-hour in-person workshops
- Online support is provided throughout
- It ends with a formal assessment, feedback and an internal certification
SWIFTS – Knitting for Beginners
Tutor: Susan Clarke
Venue: Arradoul SWI Hall
| Date | Session | Timing |
| Tuesday 20th Jan | 6pm | Online Introduction | Week 0 |
| Saturday 31st January | 10am-2pm | In-person Workshop 1 | Week 1 |
| Wednesday 18th February | 7pm | Online Session 1 | Week 4 |
| Saturday 7th March | 10am-2pm | In-person Workshop 2 | Week 6 |
| 21st March – 4th April | Assessment Submission | Week 8–10 |
| 28th March – 18th April | Feedback & Results Session | Week 9–12 (1–2 weeks post-assessment) |
If you’re interested in signing up for this course, please get in touch if you have any questions by emailing hello@theswi.org.uk
You can book your space on the course below. Part payment options are available. There are only 10 spaces available on the course, so don’t hesitate to book your place.
Pricing
- Members: £95
- Non-members: £130
This pricing reflects SWI’s commitment to providing high-quality, structured skills development at a cost that is accessible to members nationwide. The combination of tutor support, national assessment, and certification is balanced with affordability to ensure that SWIFTS is both sustainable and inclusive.
Please note: As this is a new initiative in its first year, pricing may be reviewed and adjusted to ensure the best possible offering.
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