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I Knit's Christmas party, Thursday 11th December from 6pm

- join us for drinks, mince pies, Secret Santa and more at our annual Christmas Party. Read more>>>

Knitting up service

- if you're looking for something hand-knit, or if you're a knitter willing to knit for cash, our new 'knitting up' directory is the place to go! Read more>>>>

NEW Sunday Knit Roasts!

- our new Sunday afternoon pub knitting group, once a month, with all the trimmings! Read more>>>

Knits to Care and Share

Our first book!

- well, Gerard's first book...Knits to Care and Share. Pre-order a signed copy today and come and celebrate at the Wednesday and Thursday knitting nights, 3rd and 4th Dec

New Vice-Chair of The Knitting and Crochet Guild

- Our Gerard, was recently voted in as the new Vice-Chair of the KCG, an organisation committed to promoting and encouraging knitting and crochet. Read more>>>

Aylesbury

Knit the Aylesbury Estate

- free workshops to give urban fabric a whole new meaning. Help to capture in wool this iconic London estate, due for demolition in 2009. Read more>>>

The 1st Knitting in Film and Television Awards (KNIFTAs)

- our very own awards to celebrate knitting and crochet on screen. Get your nominations in now! Read more >>>

The Great British Sheep

- our new project celebrating knitting, crochet, spinning, British wool and British sheep. Find out how you can get involved in this unique project. Read more>>>

I Knit London knitting group

I Knit London knitting group

- the IKL knitting group is free for all. We meet every Wednesday and Thursday night at our very own knitting club, shop and sanctuary. Read more>>>

I Knit on Flickr - share your photos

I Knit on Flickr

- have you ever been to I Knit London or taken part in any of our events? Post your photos, for free, in your very own online photo gallery. Share your pics>>>

London Theatre discount

10% discount for theatregoers

- the IKL shop is only a short walk from the Old Vic, the National and the Globe. Pop in and get 10% discount with a ticket for that day's performance! Read more>>>

Wedge card

We Love Local

- you can also get 10% discount on purchases over £20 with a Wedge card. You'll also get money off at many more local shops.(T&Cs apply). Read more>>>

Kniterati knitting book group

The Kniterati book group

- London's only book group for knitters. Bring your current project along and discuss the monthly book. Heated debate, chat and knitting! Read more>>>

Time Out 1000 Things to do in London

Time Out London guides

- we are chuffed to bits to find that we have been included in Time Out's 1000 Things to do in London and their 2008 Shops and Services Guide.

Pom Pom International

Pom Pom International - a global phenomenon of yarny art!

- Amy Lamé's Pom Pom International is changing the world one pom-pom at a time. Official website>>>

I Knit free weekly e-newsletter

- the best way to keep up with what we're doing is via our free weekly e-newsletter. Knitting group venues, news, patterns and some funny stuff every Monday. Read more>>>

VideJug

I Knit on VideoJug

- our old shop in Vauxhall makes an appearance on three instruction videos on Videojug: Starting a Knitting Group, Choosing Yarn and Choosing Needles. Watch>>>

Archived news

- events and news items listed below have now passed, however, we leave them active for your info

Wallace and Gromit Big Tea Party

Wallace and Gromit's Great British Tea Party

- we've teamed up with the Wallace and Gromit Children's Foundation to attempt a world record - the biggest hand-knit tea cosy in the world! Read more>>>

The Ultimate Knitted Tea Party, Saturday 29th November at 3pm

- to celebrate the launch of Wild Tea Cosies by Loani Prior and Knitted Cakes by Susan Penny we will be hosting a fabulous tea party with real cakes! Read more>>>

A Stitch in Time book launch, Saturday 22nd November

- the most eagerly anticipated book of the year is almost here. Join us on 22nd November for a special event to mark the launch of A Stitch in Time...Read more>>>>

Franklin Habit

Meet Franklin Habit at I Knit London

- The Panopticon blogger will be at IKL on Thurs 13th November to launch his new book of knitting cartoons, It Itches, sign copies and chat. More details to follow.

National Knitting Week

National Knitting Week, 12th to 19th October

- the 4th National Knitting Week is almost upon us and we'll be hosting special events all week long...Sunday Knit Roast, Quiz Night, booksignings...Read more>>>

Vintage Knitwear for Modern Knitters

- a special by presentation and booksigning by the author and deisgner Lise-Lotte Lystrup, at IKL on Thursday 16th October, from 6pm. FREE! Read more>>>

Mens Knits

Erika Knight exclusive at I Knit London

- knitwear designer Erika Knight will be launching her newest book, Men's Knits, at IKL on Saturday 4th October with a special presentation and booksigning. Read more>>>

I Knit Day 2008

I Knit Day 2008

- the UK's newest knitting show, our very own knit party. Now confirmed...Yarn Harlot, Jane Sowerby, workshops, marketplace, entertainment and more. Read more>>>

Knit Your Own Alien! Competition

- a new conpetition for I Knit Day, open to everyone. Get creative and knit your own alien! The possibilities are endless! Read more>>>

Camp Bestival

I Knit...at Camp Bestival (July 18-20)

- we're thrilled to be running the knitting tent at this year's Camp Bestival. Join us and The Great British Sheep. We're next to the WI Tea Tent! Official website>>>

Worldwide Knit in Public Day

The Worldwide Knit in Public Day London Treasure Hunt

- a world first! Saturday 14th June: fiendish clues, knitty challenges and knitting at some of London's most famous landmarks. Read more>>>

UK Stitch n Bitch Day 2007

UK Stitch 'n Bitch Day 2007

- our first ever knitting show saw hundreds of knitters, workshops, entertainment and a big party, with guest of honour Debbie Stoller. Read more>>>

Knit a River

Knit a River

- our campaign with WaterAid, to raise awareness of the 1.1 billion people without access to safe water. A unique knitting project and a world first. Read more>>>

The Gentle Art of Domesticity by Jane Brocket

Crafternoon Tea with Jane Brocket

- On Saturday 20th October 2007 we hosted a tea party to launch Jane Brocket's gorgeous book The Gentle Art of Domesticity. Read more>>>