Learn to knit with Natalie Selles. This is the course that will teach you everything you will need to know to make your very own snood or scarf. The basics of knitting are very simple and easy to master, you'll be knitting away in no time. 
In the first week we will learn to cast on and the knit stitch. In the second week we will learn to purl stitch, how to combine them together to make different textures and how to finish your snood or scarf. These are the foundation skills needed for knitting and will set you up for and will set you up with the skills you will need for the rest of your new hobby!

I did the "learn to knit with Natalie", making a snood: Natalie was very friendly, explaining clearly and giving very helpful advice. 
I would definitely recommend her, and I look forward to working with her again!

Natalie is a great teacher, she is very patient and takes the time to make sure everyone has understood the instructions. I'm definitely going to book more courses with her!

I took Natalie's intro class, "Learn to Knit: Make a Snood or Scarf," and for the first time I've got the hang of knitting. Natalie was an enthusiastic, clear, and confident teacher, helping each student one-on-one when needed and walking us through the basics of both knitting and seeing and fixing common beginners' mistakes. I can't wait to take another class with her and build on what I've learned.

Natalie is a very good teacher and I feel very confident in knitting now - it was a really great start for a complete beginner and I have a scarf I absolutely love now. The venue isn’t fancy at all - take a bottle of water with you and don’t expect much but the class is well worth it!

Having failed to learn to knit before I was feeling a bit nervous about the 2-week crash course I'd signed up for. Natalie was the perfect person to put my mind at ease and show me the ropes - unflappable, patient, and funny to boot. A class size of 6 meant we could all progress at our own pace whilst being sure to end the course with something to show from it (for me a rather snazzy long scarf).

Learn to Knit with Natalie Selles

Katy Hodivala

Natalie has a lovely way of sharing her knowledge, skills and passion in a clear, calm and entertaining way. It’s lovely that she provided vegan options for yarn and snacks! Looking forward to the next session 😊

Sarah Mill

Natalie is a brilliant teacher and I absolutely loved my first lesson. I couldn't recommend her class more! 

Rachel Mitchell

Natalie’s class is welcoming and informative. She expertly demystifies knitting and creates a friendly atmosphere filled with unexpected achievements! She is great at sharing her extensive knowledge, and accommodates different skills levels, learning styles and vegan yarn requirements with finesse.

Catherine Gleave

Natalie is a brilliant teacher and the course is perfect for a complete beginner.  I failed at learning knitting from my gran and so I didn't have high hopes in my ability to pick up the skill, but I was very pleasantly surprised - the basics are clearly explained, Natalie is patient and helpful and within no time I was able to get started. Can highly recommend!

Learn to knit a chunky snood or scarf over 2 weeks.

Question 1

Will you be purchasing yarn from the mini mobile yarn shop on the day?

Learn to knit a hat in the round. This 2 week class will cover knitting in the round on double pointed needles, reading a pattern and decreases. Learning to knit in the round is an essential skill for any knitter to have under their belt. Just think of all the things that can be made in the round, without having to sew up any bulky or fiddly seams! This class is perfect for beginners who are confident with casting on and knitting and purling stitches. In the first week we will learn the basics of following a pattern, cast on in the round on double pointed needles, and work the ribbed brim. In the second week we will work the decreases for the top and finish the hat off, as well as troubleshoot any questions that have come up.

I had a private (one on one) lesson with Natalie and it was fantastic. She adapted her teaching to fit my ability so that I got the most possible out of our time together. She was a great teacher and was also very helpful in advising me on which needles and yarns I would need. I would recommend her unreservedly and will be booking another lesson soon.

Learn To Knit A Hat

Siobhan Johns

I recently attended a fab lesson with Natalie, she has so much patience and explains things in such a simple way. A sign of a great teacher. Her classes are informative, simple to understand and lovely items to make. Before and after communication was also brilliant. Thanks Natalie, can’t wait for the next one.

Nichola Luu

I’ve been to a beginners class and a Knit a Hat class with Natalie, both were so good I couldn’t recommend enough! 
If you’re interested in knitting, these classes are perfect to get you started and give you the confidence to keep going! Natalie is a fantastic teacher, so friendly, so patient and so chilled. The classes have a lovely, relaxed atmosphere.  I can’t wait to progress to more difficult knits. Thank you Natalie!

Learn to knit in the round on double pointed needles, work decreases and follow a pattern while knitting a simple hat.

Will you be purchasing yarn and needles on the day?

Did you know that cables are much easier than they look? Learn to make these twisted patterns in one evening. In the class we will learn to work some basic cable patterns from both written and charted patterns, working with a pattern for a cabled headband. These criss crossing braided textured stitches are made with just knit and purl stitches, making it perfect for fairly beginner knitters. After learning how to work cables in the class, students will be able to put cables onto any other kind of knitting project, from hats to mittens, scarves to sweaters!

This class is for adventurous beginners, confident with knit and purl stitches. 

Natalie is a true knitting professional! Thank you

Another great course hosted by Natalie! She gives easy to follow instructions and is at hand to help when things go not quite to plan.

Natalie is a terrific, patient teacher -- it's been wonderful to be able to build on basic skills and understanding of how knitting textures come together with her help.

Learn To Knit Cables

Natalie Osborn

I absolutely LOVED this class! Natalie has such a wonderful way of teaching – supportive,  kind, informative – and obliterates the jargon that can often be so off-putting in knitting patterns, especially with cables. Not only do you leave with a complete knowledge of the skills she's taught you, but she also gives you a sense of confidence and can-do-ability that makes you want to knit even more adventurous things! I would thoroughly recommend her classes. (And have done, many times over.)

Danielle Ashworth 

Exceeding all my expectations!! What a wonderful evening, both in terms of the productivity (holy moly I did some cabling - and my craft skills are 0) and company (such a calming, relaxed & wholesome vibe). Natalie couldn’t have been any lovelier, phenomenal at explaining things and more of a knitting wizard. Can’t wait for my next session! 

Learn to knit the surprisingly easy technique of cables by making a headband.

Will you be purchasing yarn and needles on the day? 

Are you thinking of tackling a project but aren't comfortable taking it on on your own? 

This project class is just what you need, it's like a homework club for knitters! Each student brings their own project to work on in a group setting. With small classes there is still plenty of one-on-one time with the instructor and you'll learn from your fellow students as well. This is a great intermediate between private lessons and more structured classes.

Starting a larger project, working through some tricky bits or finishing up are all perfect things to bring along. This 1 evening class is suitable for knitters of all skill levels from beginner to advanced. 

Natalie is so experienced and pleasant that it's a pleasure learning about all things knitting from her. Thank you!

Knitting Clinic Evening

Abbie Southern

So great to have the help to finish my projects. Great evening! 

Work on your own knitting projects in a group setting with an instructor.

Do you have a project in mind already? 

Question 2

Will you need any supplies from the mini mobile yarn shop?

The festive season is upon us, and what better time to make your own  colourwork fair isle ornaments! Fair isle sweaters are a timeless winter garment with roots in the Shetland islands and popularised by the Royals in the 1920s. 

In this one session class we will learn the basics of colourwork knitting, using traditional Fair Isle peerie motifs. We will cover how to knit colourwork with one and two handed methods, tension tips and tricks and how to read charts and patterns. There is a bonus Norwegian Rose pattern included. 

This class is for knitters who are confident with knitting and purling, some previous experience of knitting in the round is advised. 

The festive season is upon us, and what better time to make your own  colourwork fair isle ornaments! Fair isle sweaters are a timeless winter garment with r...

Fair Isle Ornaments

Granny squares are a cornerstone of crochet, first recorded in the 1890s, and synonymous with the 1970s. These classic squares are most commonly found in blankets but can be used for bags, pillows and even clothing. A change in size, shape and colour combination can give give a modern look to an under appreciated technique. 

In this one day class we will cover the basics of crochet and master the granny square. We will work on chain stitch, double crochet stitch, slip stitch and joining the squares together. 

This class is suitable for absolute beginners as well as those with some experience. 


Granny Squares

Sabina Witek

Natalie has the patience of a saint and is able to accommodate a complete beginner and someone more advanced in the same class. She provided the needle and all the yarn in so many gorgeous colours. 
She makes a good cuppa too 😁 Thanks xx 

Jo Lambert

Really good teacher. Enjoyed my session, thank you!

Crochet Granny Squares

Vicky Naylor

Very patient and clear with her verbal instructions, I am now on a Granny Square journey ! 

Perfect for beginners, this crochet class teaches you all you need to know to make granny squares

Will you be purchasing yarn and a hook on the day? 

With the right materials, crochet can create a stiff fabric, perfect for homewares like baskets.  By changing the size of the base and the height of the sides you will be able to customise your basket to be just the size you need. A big one for laundry, or a small one for pencils, and of course a basket for your crafting!

In this one day class we will cover the basics of how to make a basket. The techniques we will cover are crochet in the round, single crochet and V stitch. 

This class is suitable for beginners as well as those with some experience.

Crochet Basket 

Elizabeth Platt

Natalie was clear and patient throughout and it was good to almost complete a project on the night! 

Lucia di Cicco

Such a great evening spent learning a new skill. Natalie was very patient and clear with instruction and I could relax into what I was creating.

Deborah Twinn

Thank you Natalie for another excellent crochet class. I’m super proud of my basket. The evening was wonderful, chilled but with a little learning. Lovely spending time with other like minded people. Will definitely come again for another class. 

Jonathan  Abery

My autistic son attended Natalie’s crochet evening at Patch with his older sister.
What a wonderful evening they both had.
They were able to create a small over the shoulder bag and a pot holder. 
A lovely evening to switch off from the day to day busy life we have and have time to sit and relax.
Both were proud of what they had  achieved.

Perfect for beginners, come along to learn how to make a crochet basket for your home.