The Knitting and Stitching Show is back at the RDS Simmonscourt, Dublin and bigger than ever as we help celebrate Ireland's Year of Craft. An annual "must visit" for the existing enthusiast but also the very best place to head for the absolute beginner who hasn't a clue about knit one, purl one but would like to have a go. Apart from the First Steps Lounge where our Craft Guerrillas can lead you gently through the basics, look out too for our Virtual Catwalk where we help you upcycle and strut your stuff to an international audience.

150 exhibitors will tempt you. Some 15 galleries will inspire you and you will have around 100 workshop sessions from which to select if you want a more in depth learning experience.

And you can cheat! Even if you have no intention of picking up the needle, come along and buy one off designer knitwear or those cute Christmas presents you can't get in the shops.

Visit www.twistedthread.com for more details

The Knitting and Stitching Show is open from 10.00am to 5.30pm (5.00pm on Sunday).