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June 22, 2007
Ingrid Wagner: Guinness Book of World Records attempt
4 metre handknitting needles are what Ingrid Wagner is training to knit with, in a Guinness World Record attempt at Newcastle upon Tyne. The full (short) story from the local paper is availale to read online.
Ingrid has teamed up with Rachel John to run workshops their brand of extreme knitting, all over the UK, which have proven very popular. They knit with up to 200 strands of yarn at once on giant needles, to ceate a thick textured fabric whch unique properties.
Posted by glittrgirl at June 22, 2007 04:10 PM
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Extreme Knitting workshops running at the Mushroom Works Studios in Newcastle upon Tyne on July 14th and 15th. Forget the neat needles and 3 years to finish a jumper : this is the 21st century for handknitters.
One day course using 400 & 600 mm length needles, multi strand knitting and loads of fabulous yarn or sign up for a weekend to use broomstick handle needles and knit a throw for a sofa.
Cost: £75 One day / £130 weekend
Includes lunch, refreshments & materials
5% discount for students and 10% children under 12
Contact: Ingrid Wagner Rug & Art Creation on 0191 228 9888 / 0778 637 6819
Email: info@ingridwagner.com
Posted by: ingrid wagner at June 24, 2007 04:13 PM
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