UK Knit Camp 2010 FAQs

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We are no longer able to reply to every request for information that are being e-mailed to us or posted on our Ravelry forum.  We therefore hope that this FAQ page will help answer your questions.  

 

1. When is Knit Camp taking place?

Monday 9th August 2010 - Friday 13th August 2010 inclusive.

 

2.  When can I book accommodation?

Booking starts on our webshop at 8.00pm GMT on 1st October 2010.

 

3. Can I pay by cheque?

No.  We can only accept payments by debit or credit card, or by PayPal.  Our payments are processed by PayPal, but you do not need a PayPal account to pay - just a valid debit or credit card.

 

4. How much does accommodation cost?

We have three rates of accommodation:

- Self catering (not on main campus) at £25 PPPN, sold as a 6 night package at £150

- A small number of bed and breakfast at £45 PPPN, sold as a 6 night package at £270

- Full board (all meals) at £55 PPPN, sold as a 6 night package at £330

 

5.  Do you have any twin/double rooms or family rooms?

No.  This is a University campus and therefore there are single rooms only.  If you require double or family accommodation, we suggest that you visit the Visit Scotland website to search for alternative accommodation.  We suggest booking alternative accommodation as soon as possible, as it often books up far in advance.  

 

6. Can I book for less than six nights?

No, this is not possible.

 

7.  Do you have any rooms for people with specific needs?

Yes, we have a few rooms reserved for wheelchair users and a few other rooms with small in-room fridges to be used for medication etc.  

 

8.  How much does this cost in US dollars/ euros?

We will sell all products in UK Stirling (£) and under British law only and therefore we do not determine exchange rates. The exchange rate is determined by PayPal and generally follows tourist rates.   For a guide on current exchange rates, please visit an foreign exchange website such as XE.com

 

9.  What day and what time should I plan to arrive?

We will be checking guests into their accommodation from 1.00pm on Monday 9th August 2010. We would be grateful if you would kindly arrive with us by no later than 5.30pm.

 

10. I’d like to book an extra few nights as I’m travelling a long distance.

This is fine, although it is subject to availability.  Please e-mail us , quoting your booking reference number once you have booked your 6 night accommodation and we will arrange this with you.  We can only arrange this once you have purchased your accommodation.

 

11. If I book my accommodation with you, will you guarantee that I get a place on all the classes I want to take?

No, we do not accept any liability regarding the allocation of places in classes.   They will all be sold on a first come, first served basis only.  

 

12.  I am vegetarian/on a specific diet.  Can you accommodate this?

We can accommodate for most specific diets on our full board package.  You will able to choose a specific option when booking this accommodation.  We regret we cannot cater for guests with nut allergies.

 

13. Will you be sending me anything in the post/mail?

No.  You will receive a booking confirmation from us after you have purchased your accommodation through our online shop.  It will take us up to 10 days to send this confirmation, depending on how busy we are, although we aim to send it much faster.  You will then be requested to bring a print out of your booking with you to the University.  You will not be able to book into your accommodation without this.  

 

Classes

 

14.  When does booking for classes open?

8.00pm GMT on 1st January 2010.  There is a three month difference between accommodation and classes being sold to help make the event more affordable by guests/students being able to spread the cost.  

 

15. How much will classes cost?

For a three hour class, the cost is between £30 and £40.

For a six hour class, the cost is between £60 and £80.  

 

We have calculated classes cost on the basis of £10 - £13.33 per hour.

 

Individual class prices will be released on tutors’ individual pages, which will be published on our website in October-November.  

 

16. How long do the classes last, and what time do they start and finish?

The vast majority of classes last three hours, with some 6 hour classes too.  

 

Morning classes will run from 9.30am -until 12.30pm and afternoon classes will run 2.00pm until 5.00pm.

 

17.  How many students can you fit into each class?

This varies between 4 (machine knitting) and 150, with most classes accommodating about 20 students.  Each class will also contain a tutor’s assistant.  We will release details of class numbers on the tutors’ pages.

 

18.  How do I book classes?

Again, classes will be sold through our web shop. Please see replies to questions 12 and 13.  You will be sent a separate booking confirmation once you have booked your classes.  Please make sure that you also bring this booking confirmation with you.

 

19.  I live nearby or I want to stay at alternative accommodation other than on campus (e.g. Local campsite).  Can I still book classes?

Most certainly! Just make sure that you are online at 8.00pm GMT on 1st January 2010 as you will need to book at the same time as everyone else.

 

20.  Will there be homework to complete before class?

For some classes there will indeed be some homework which you will need to complete before you attend the class.  It is highly recommended that homework is completed so you can get the most out of your class. You will be e-mailed your homework approximately 4 - 8 weeks before Knit Camp.   

 

21  What will I need to bring with me to class?

Yarn for classes is kindly being donated by Jamieson and Smith.  We are very grateful for their continued support and are proud of our association with this company, who not only produce gorgeous yarns at a reasonable price, but also support their local economy by using fleeces from over 750 crofters on their islands.

 

You will need to bring other items, such as knitting needles, crochet hooks, stitch markers and so on to class.  This information will be available on the class information on our website, and will also be included in the booking information in our web shop.    

 

Please do not worry if you forget to bring something with you to Knit Camp, as we will be operating a small shop during the camp and will make sure that there is an adequate supply of all the required products.  

 

22.  Do I have to stay on campus to be eligible to come to class?

No.  We will be selling places in classes on a first come, first served basis.

 

 

Other events, excursions taking place during Knit Camp

 

23. Are there other things going on during Knit Camp?

Yes, we are planning other events for you to enjoy too.  These include a ceilidh, visits to local attractions such as Loch Katrine and the Trossachs National Park, New Lanark Mill, The Famous Grouse Experience at the Glenturret Distillery.  

 

We are also planning on-campus events too such as a barbeque, opening night meal with the tutors, free mini-classes, pampering sessions, yoga.  

 

These events will only be available to guests booking their accommodation with us.  

 

Details of these will be released in early 2010 on our website, with bookings happening thereafter.  

 

 

UK Ravelry Day 2010

 

24. Please can you give me some details about UK Ravelry Day 2010?

 

Details of UK Ravelry Day 2010 will be released in early 2010. Online booking for tickets will take place thereafter in our webshop.  

 

Most of our tutors will be taking part in the event.  It will be headlined by Ravelry LLC (Jess, Casey, Mary Heather and Sarah). Please see the Ravelry website for more details about Ravelry.

 

We will not be sending any tickets in the post, but you will need to bring your booking confirmation with you to pick up your entrance ticket.

 

You do not need to attend Knit Camp to attend UK Ravelry Day 2010.  

 

We regret we are not able to offer any onsite accommodation for the weekend only.  

 

25.  I am interested in booking a stall/booth for the Ravelry Day marketplace.  Please give me details.

Please e-mail us  for an application form, our terms and conditions and risk assessment.  Please note that the forms that were available on our website are no longer valid.

 

26. My company is not based in Great Britain.  Can I trade at UK Ravelry Day?

We will accept applications from any yarncraft-related company, whether they are based in the UK or abroad.  Non-European Union companies will contact us for visa and trading information.  We are pleased to announce that we will be able to act as an umbrella organisation for non- European Union companies, although there will be a charge for this to cover the costs.

 

27.  I am based outside of Great Britain.  Will you be able to sell our products for us?

We will consider this.  Please contact us for a quote.  

 

28.  I do not sell yarn.  Can I still book a stall?

We regret that we will not accept applications from companies who do not have a direct link to yarncrafts. Therefore, for example,  spinning wheel manufacturers are welcomed although manufacturers and retailers of quilting supplies are not.