Knitters Guild NSW

promoting the

exchange of knowledge and skills

safeguarding

the traditions of our craft

Membership

KGNSW is a not-for-profit organisation promoting and encouraging the skills of Knitting and Crochet amongst its members and the wider community. We meet in groups all over NSW.

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Find my group

Encouraging the formation of groups of members throughout the cities and regional areas of NSW. Members may attend any meeting with any group at any time.

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Events

KGNSW hosts and promotes several knitting events each year. The two major events are FibreFest and The Guild Gathering. A fun way to share and enjoy the craft we love.

KGNSW news

KG Bytes

The monthly enewsletter KGBytes is available to members, keeping everyone up to date with the latest happenings within the Guild.

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FibreFest 2025

June 1st, 2025 Guild Gathering Cruise

Guild Gathering Cruise

Shows and exhibitions

We regularly exhibit at the Sydney Royal Easter Show, Sydney Craft and Quilt Fair and our own FibreFest to name a few places.

For your wellbeing

A mindful activity
Yarn crafts promote a calm, focused state, working like active mindfulness that nurtures your overall “wool-being.”

Confidence builder
From fixing mistakes to finishing a garment, each completed project brings a boost of confidence and a satisfying sense of accomplishment.

Stress relief
The soothing, repetitive motions of knitting can ease stress and quiet negative thoughts, helping you let go of worries and find contentment in the moment.

Physical benefits
Yarn crafts also support fine motor skills and hand dexterity, making it a gentle, therapeutic activity that some people even use as a form of physical therapy.

For a sustainable lifestyle

Sustainability
Knitting with natural fibers creates a more sustainable wardrobe, supporting planetary well-being by reducing reliance on fast fashion and resource-intensive manufacturing.

Conscious consumption
It offers a way to be more intentional about the materials you use and the items you create and purchase.

Tangible results
There is a unique satisfaction in transforming a simple ball of yarn into a wearable item or a beautiful textile.

Material engagement
Yarn crafts allow you to engage deeply with the tactile experience of yarn, choosing textures, colours, and fibres that feel good to the touch.