Knit August Nights - Knitters Retreat

12/06/2026

Make Sure You Are Ready...

Knit August Nights - 27th - 30th August - Ahuriri, Napier
Registration opens 10am Monday
knitaugustnights.co.nz

12/06/2026

Want to lean more about colour?
Lisa will be teaching 4 classes, plus a Masterclass at KAN this year. Registrations open for Napier on Monday

All natural. All New Zealand. Grown, spun and designed in New Zealand’s South Island. The Perry Cardi and Hat in Naturals.

12/06/2026

New Episode now live!

A full run down of all the Napier classes on offer ahead of registrations opening on Monday PLUS what is on Maree's needles - hint, it's NOT a hat!!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CXvBRByLeZk

11/06/2026

👉Twice as nice – the Art of Double Knitting *BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND*

An introduction to the technique of knitting reversible, two-coloured fabric. One side is the mirror image negative of the other nothing to do with the double-knit yarn with which we are all so familiar.

With Sue Mulrennan you will learn how to make a two contrasting strand pattern with no floats, as there is no “wrong” side. Double knitting gives you a double thickness garment that is toasty warm and completely reversible. Excellent for scarfs, cowls and hats. It adapts well to knitting in the round. Double knitting is ideal for making pot-holders and coasters which make great gifts.

In this class you will learn:
🧶How to cast-on using a two -stand, long-tail technique
🧶How to knit rows of the stitch “pairs”
🧶How to read and work from a graph
🧶How to ensure you have “closed” neat row ends
🧶How to correct errors without frogging

This is suitable for intermediate and confident beginners as it is based on knit/purl stitches. It would be extremely helpful if you are already familiar with the mechanics of the long-tail cast on, as we build on this knowledge with a second contrasting strand.

Knit August Nights 27th - 30th August - Ahuriri, Napier
Registrations open Monday 10am
knitaugustnights.co.nz

10/06/2026

Back by Popular Demand!
Embroidery on to your Knitting. Your knitted fabric, especially if it is a swathe of stocking stitch is a blank canvas for so much more, so why not add extra stitches ON your knitting! In this class learn the basic embroidery stitches and how to apply them to a knitted fabric

You will receive a booklet with all the embroidery stitches that will be covered and many more, charts for duplicate stitch, there will be samples to look at and photograph for future reference, plus all the hand dyed yarn required for the class (plus each student is encouraged to take extra meterage home with them to practice with), embroidery needle and – for KAN students – a free embroidery pattern for one of Truly Myrtle’s designs.
This class sold out in minutes last year - so make sure you don't miss out in 2026!

Knit August Nights 27th - 30th August - Ahuriri, Napier
Registrations open 10am Monday
knitaugustnights.co.nz

10/06/2026

Create a beautiful and practical embroidered project bag in this relaxing mixed-media workshop at KAN 2026. Begin with a calico bag featuring a hand-drawn watering can or flower pot design, then bring it to life with fabric paint and colourful floral details.

Once your painted design is dried, you’ll add decorative embroidery to create texture and personality. Choose from a selection of simple floral patterns, making this project suitable for beginners and experienced crafters alike.

All materials and equipment are supplied, and the design has been carefully created to be enjoyable, achievable, and completed within the three-hour class. Materials Fee likely to apply. No previous art skills required.

Knit August Nights - 27th - 30th August - Ahuriri, Napier
Registrations Open Monday at 10am
knitaugustnights.co.nz

09/06/2026

Let’s Dye Yarn In this fun class you will learn how to dye a single skein of yarn to create an identical pair of socks. If socks aren’t your thing then you can use your yarn for a hat or scarf or shawl.

Kathryn will show you how to create a yarn with lots of skinny stripes or crazy spots or a gorgeous gradient. The class includes one skein of 4 ply, 400m 75% Merino/25% Nylon or 100% Merino. If you have been dying (pun intended) to try dyeing yarn, this is the perfect class for you! You will be able to purchase more yarn on the day.

Registrations open on Monday 10am at knitaugustnights.co.nz

09/06/2026

How is your planning for KAN Napier 2026 going?

Take a look at the classes and start planning your programme - there are knit skills, yarn dyeing, crochet, colour, embroidery and even a smocking class.

Knit August Nights is Ahuriri's original craft event with it's legacy going back to 2009.

Visit knitaugustnights.co.nz to see all that is available.

08/06/2026

KAN Welcomes back Kathryn Trippett from The Australian Wool Store to it's Napier programme with 3 incredible class offerings!

Kathryn is a sought after tutor in her native Australia and is an experienced craft tour provider to Japan.

Kathryn's Embroidery on your Knitting sold out in just minutes last year and she returns this year with this class plus two other new classes.

Details at knitaugustnights.co.nz with registrations opening this Monday at 10am!

07/06/2026

It’s Hip to be Square – Granny Squares from fundamental to freaking fabulous with
Cher Lyall loves making crochet squares and expanding them into something truly magical. Whether it be the humble basic granny square, through to something more complex, Cher will help you crochet your own squares, understand how colour and texture play a role, and how these can be drawn together to make stunning blankets or garments.

An excellent class for someone wanting more confidence in crochet or just picked up a hook, has the basic stitches mastered and now wants to take them out for a spin.

Knit August Nights - August 27th - 30th Ahuriri Napier, NZ
Registrations Open June 15th