Classes, retreats and holidays

I teach a range of workshops throughout the UK and holidays abroad and have vast teaching experience. Clients include Arena Travel (Stitchtopia), The Country Living Fair, WI Centennial Fair, The Creative Sanctuary, Rowan Yarns, The Yarn Dispensary and many more. I teach all levels of knitting and crochet including seasonal classes, custom classes available on request. If you would like me to teach in your shop or at your local yarn festival, please get in touch for full class list.

Email: info@moochka.co.uk



2025



Waltham Abbey Wool Show 

Sunday 19th January 2025

Delta Marriott Hotel, Old Shire Lane, Waltham Abbey, Essex EN9 3LX

I am delighted and very honoured to be the VIP guest for the show, I'll be opening judging, exhibiting and teaching at the show! 

The Competition for this year is headwear! It could be a hat, but also snood or anything that you wear on your head. Judging will be at 12.30pm and there will be prizes!

I will also be teaching Tunisian Crochet for beginners at 2.15pm. This class is SOLD OUT

For more details about the show and to book, please follow the link: https://www.walthamabbeywoolshow.co.uk/

Unravel: Mosaic Crochet

Saturday 15th February 2025

Farnham Maltings Bridge Square, Farnham, Surrey, GU9 7QR

Time 10am - 12pm

Venue - Courtyard Kiln

Price: £45 (incl. same-day festival entry)

During this class you will master how to crochet using inset and mosaic overlay techniques. You will practice how to work in rows and briefly cover mosaic crochet in rounds.

Participants will be given a shawl pattern to practise their newly learned skills.

Suitable for those who are confident in basic crochet stitches.

Materials required:

  • Two contrasting colours of DK or Aran yarn
  • A crochet hook in the size suitable for your yarn
  • Scissors

For more details about the show and to book, please follow the link: https://farnhammaltings.com/artists-and-makers/craft/festivals/unravel

Inset and Overlay Mosaic Crochet

Sunday 23rd February 2025

Missenden Abbey
Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire HP16 0BD

Time 9.45am to 5pm

Price: from £152

Mosaic crochet is a colourwork technique worked in dc (double crochet) and tc (triple crochet). It follows the same chart as mosaic knitting and produces gorgeous patterns.

During this class you will master how to crochet using Inset and mosaic overlay techniques.   Participants will be given a shawl pattern to practise their newly learned skills. This class is based on Anna's new book, 'Mosaic Chart Directory for Knitting and Crochet'.

Skill level: Participants need to be comfortable with holding yarn and hook and basic crochet stitches.

What to bring:Four contrasting colours of DK or Aran yarn and crochet needles in the size suitable for your yarn.
Scissors


For more details and to book, please follow the link: https://www.missendenschoolofcreativearts.co.uk/course.php?id=687

 

 

SOLD OUT

Tunisian Mosaic Crochet and working in the round

Friday 7th - Sunday 9th March 2025

Blunsdon House Hotel, The Ridge, Blunsdon, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN26 7AS

Price: from £465pp

During this weekend will concentrate on two main technique and lots of stitches in between. The main two techniques will be Tunisian mosaic crochet and working in the round. We will work on two projects, one a project bag, the other a small purse.

Skill level: Participants need to be able to crochet and have the very basic understanding of Tunisian Crochet.

Techniques covered: The class will include crocheting with beads, little embroidery, flowers and leaves.

What to bring: Stitch marker, tapestry needle and scissors.

For more details and to book, please follow the link: https://www.stitchtopia.co.uk/anna-nikipirowicz

Iceland Knitting and Crochet Cruise

Wednesday 14th - Thursday 22nd May 2025

Price: from £2.225pp

Join us as we circumnavigate Iceland, the land of fire and ice! Our Iceland cruises showcase the country’s remarkable volcanic landscapes, fascinating culture and incredible wildlife, whilst geothermal activity presents itself at every turn, from thundering waterfalls to spurting geysers. Add to this four full days of knitting or crocheting workshops with Anna, and this cruise really does have a multitude of offerings!

Workshop information: During this cruise, we will work using stranded colourwork technique in patterns taken from the Icelandic Lopapeysa (a traditional hand-knitted wool sweater). You will have two projects to choose from, a hat or gloves, or you can choose to do them both. The projects will be the same for knit and crochet, just choose your preferred method. 

Knit: We will practice working using the stranded technique, learning to strand yarn and working on the two-handed technique.

Crochet: We will work using crochet stranded technique, as well as the one-handed or two-handed methods, strand yarn and work from charts.

For more details and to book, please follow the link: https://www.stitchtopia.co.uk/holiday/iceland-knitting-crochet-cruise

 

 SOLD OUT

Iceland Knitting and Crochet Cruise

Friday 13th - Monday 23rd June 2025

Price: from £2.225pp

Join us as we circumnavigate Iceland, the land of fire and ice! Our Iceland cruises showcase the country’s remarkable volcanic landscapes, fascinating culture and incredible wildlife, whilst geothermal activity presents itself at every turn, from thundering waterfalls to spurting geysers. Add to this four full days of knitting or crocheting workshops with Anna, and this cruise really does have a multitude of offerings!

Workshop information: During this cruise, we will work using stranded colourwork technique in patterns taken from the Icelandic Lopapeysa (a traditional hand-knitted wool sweater). You will have two projects to choose from, a hat or gloves, or you can choose to do them both. The projects will be the same for knit and crochet, just choose your preferred method. 

Knit: We will practice working using the stranded technique, learning to strand yarn and working on the two-handed technique.

Crochet: We will work using crochet stranded technique, as well as the one-handed or two-handed methods, strand yarn and work from charts.

Carry on Crafting Festival - Summer Crafting Festival

Saturday 12th - Sunday 13th July 2025

South of England Showground
Selsfield Road, Ardingly
West Sussex, RH17 6TL

Price: TBC

I am delighted to be teaching at the amazing Carry on Crafting Festival!

I'll be there on Saturday, calsses to be confirmed soon.

For more details about this awesome festival follow the link: https://carryoncraftingfestival.co.uk/



Knitting in County Kerry

Monday 14th - Monday 21st July 2025

Price: from £2.145pp

Capture County Kerry’s beautiful scenery and rugged coastline on this 8-day knitting holiday. Journey along the region’s famed road, the Ring of Kerry, visit the 19th-century Muckross House, and explore the Dingle Peninsula. We even take the time to learn all about the 17th-century Kerry Woollen Mills, who’ve been creating fabric and yarn from fine wool for over 300 years and participate in knitting workshops at the hotel in Killarney with our expert.

Workshop information: During this holiday, we will work on a lovely accessory, combining two craft traditions of Ireland. We will concentrate on tartan knitting, taking inspiration from traditional County Kerry Tartan and incorporating beautiful cables. 

For more details and to book, please follow the link: https://www.stitchtopia.co.uk/holiday/knitting-county-kerry

Crocheted Wreaths for the Home - Moochka

SOLD OUT

Crochet Autumn Wreath 

Friday 5th - Sunday 7th September 2025

Crown Spa Hotel, The Esplanade, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 2AG

Price: from £465pp

Join Anna Nikipirowicz on this autumn-themed crochet retreat, learning how to crochet your own wreath in celebration of the season. We will work on some gorgeous animals such as foxes and hedgehogs, as well as on some beautiful foliage, toadstools, and mushrooms.

Skill level: Participants need to be comfortable with holding yarn and hook and how to work the basic stitches.

Techniques covered: Amigurumi, working in the round, waistcoat stitch, colourwork, crochet l-cord, crochet with beads, starting chainless stitches and more!

What to bring: Stitch marker, tapestry needle and scissors.

For more details and to book, please follow the link: https://www.stitchtopia.co.uk/holiday/crochet-autumn-wreath-weekend


Fair Isle and Intarsia Knitting Weekend

Friday 12th - Sunday 14th September 2025

Staverton Park Hotel & Golf ClubDaventry Rd, Daventry NN11 6JT

Price: from £485pp

Fair Isle is a traditional knitting technique used to create patterns with multiple colours. It is named after Fair Isle, one of the Shetland Islands. Intarsia is a knitting technique used to create patterns with multiple colours. Fields of different colours appear to be inlaid in one another, fitting together like a jigsaw puzzle. Explore Fair Isle with Anna and Intarsia with Frederica on this weekend dedicated to your favourite hobby!

Skill level: Participants will need to have basic knitting skills 

What to bring: knitting needles, stitch marker, tapestry needle and scissors.

For more details and to book, please follow the link: https://www.stitchtopia.co.uk/holiday/fair-isle-intarsia-knitting-weekend


Crochet Colourwork Weekend

Friday 14th - Sunday 16th November 2025

Blunsdon House Hotel, The Ridge, Blunsdon, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN26 7AS

Price: from £565pp

Join Anna Nikipirowicz on this weekend retreat at Blunsdon House Hotel, working on sample squares covering a large number of crochet colourwork techniques which will be joined together to form a cushion cover.

Techniques covered: Crochet fair isle, intarsia, mosaic and overlay mosaic

Skill level: Participants will need to have basic crochet skills 

What to bring: 3.5mm and 4 mm crochet hooks, tapestry needle, stitch marker, scissors

For more details and to book, please follow the link: https://www.stitchtopia.co.uk/holiday/crochet-colourwork-weekend 

Beginners' Tunisian Crochet Weekend

Friday 28th - Sunday 30th November 2025

Crown Spa Hotel, The Esplanade, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 2AG

Price: from £445pp

Take some time out from the hustle and bustle of daily life and join Anna Nikipirowicz on this fantastic retreat in Scarborough. The weekend is designed for those looking to learn Tunisian crochet. Throughout your stay, you’ll work on a cushion cover, learning a great range of stitches, including puffs, bobbles, lace and cables as well as increases and decreases.

Techniques covered: Puffs, bobbles, lace and cables as well as increases and decreases.

Skill level: Suitable for participants who are comfortable with holding the yarn and hook and know how to work basic standard crochet stitches. This is not a beginner's crochet class, but a beginner's Tunisian crochet class. 

What to bring: 5mm Tunisian Crochet Hook, cable needle, tapestry needle, scissors.

For more details and to book, please follow the link: https://www.stitchtopia.co.uk/holiday/beginners-tunisian-crochet-weekend

Krakow Christmas Markets Knitting or Crochet Retreat

Sunday 14th - Thursday 18th December 2025

Price: from £1.595pp

Krakow is a city renowned for its rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture. Throughout December, the historic Market Square is transformed into a bustling Christmas wonderland, offering a delightful mix of traditional crafts, festive treats, and holiday cheer. This short break includes a guided walking tour of Krakow Old Town, as well as three half-day workshops with your expert. Free afternoons can be spent on our optional excursions to Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mines, or you can wander through the charming market stalls of the Christmas market, savouring the scents of mulled wine and gingerbread and finding unique gifts for loved ones. With its enchanting atmosphere and warm hospitality, Krakow promises a memorable holiday escape.

Workshop information: On this tour, you will choose between a knit or crochet project. During the trip, you'll work on a cowl that takes inspiration from Krakow's rich folk history. It will include colourwork, interesting stitches and embroidery. Additionally, we will also make a fun Christmas decoration that is a must in Poland!

Skill level: Participants will need to have basic crochet or knitting skills. 

For more details and to book, please follow the link: https://www.stitchtopia.co.uk/holiday/krakow-christmas-markets-knitting-retreat

2026


Yarn Traditions and Cultures of Peru

Monday 12th - Monday 26th October 2026

Price: from £4.785pp

Peru has the longest continuous history of textile production in the world, going back almost 10,000 years. Invented long before pottery and just as humans started agriculture, Peruvian fibre manipulation began with simple spun fibres but by 500 AD this rudimentary craft had developed into complex techniques. On our travels we’ll explore the processes involved in the production of textiles, including the most characteristic garment, the chullo, a knitted hat with an earflap and a calendar waistband that depicts the annual cycles of ritual and agricultural life, and we'll meet local artisans whose traditions have been passed down through the centuries. 

Workshop information: Coming soon! Anna will offer both knitting and crochet projects on this tour.

For more details and to book, please follow the link: https://www.stitchtopia.co.uk/holiday/knitting-traditions-and-cultures-of-peru