The Knit Club for Blankets for London

London LGBTQ+ Community Centre

A series of free workshops for makers to come together, connect and produce squares to go towards our Blankets for London project.

The Knit Club is open to anyone interested in approaching crafting and textile art for the first time and to any creative who wants an opportunity to make together and connect with other makers. The workshops provide participants not only with a new skill, but with an opportunity to bond with others. Workshops are structured in a welcoming, non-hierarchical environment, to nurture participants’ mental and physical health. Participants are encouraged to progress at their own pace, ask for help when needed and can access the workshops regardless of skill level. The Knit Club is an opportunity for intergenerational cohesion, addressing the fostering of community and creating a supportive environment. We create an intergenerational space to establish long-term community relationships using the proven benefits of the crafts of knitting and crocheting.About the facilitator:Craft Forward is a Community Interest Company established in 2022, dedicated to making arts and crafts accessible to everyone. Based in London, we focus on creating community-centred experiences that prioritise well-being and inclusivity over technical achievements. Our initiatives, such as the Blankets for London project, demonstrate the power of small, creative actions to address broader social issues. By offering workshops that encourage skill development and community connection, we aim to dismantle elitism in the arts. Craft Forward is committed to nurturing a supportive, joyful environment where individuals of all ages and background can explore their creative potential and make meaningful connections.Accessibility:The Centre's accessibility statement is <a href="https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/accessibility-at-the-centre/" title="https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/accessibility-at-the-centre/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a>.Covid and mpox safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre:To keep our community safe, we ask that all visitors do not visit the centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 and/or mpox symptoms including headache, fever, sore throat, consistent cough, chills and unusual spots, scabs or ulcers.You can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre.For current information on <a href="https://www.nhs.uk/covid-19-advice-and-services/" title="https://www.nhs.uk/covid-19-advice-and-services/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Covid</a> and <a href="https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/mpox/" title="https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/mpox/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">mpox</a> please visit the NHS website.Donate to the Centre: We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come.To donate or become a Friend of the Centre, visit our <a href="https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/eventbritedonate" title="https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/eventbritedonate" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">website.</a>