The UK saw an arts and craft renaissance during Covid lockdowns, as people took up new hobbies such as knitting, sewing, embroidery and making their own garments.
Around 1 million people became hooked on knitting after lockdown, according to a 2022 finding from the UK Hand Knitting Association.
We want to hear from young people on how they have taken up – and sustained – the habit of knitting, sewing and making their own clothes.
What do you love about the hobby? What items are you particularly proud of, or eager to try this year? How did you start, and what do you get from knitting and sewing as a young person?
