Propagansey 2026
12-20th Sept, Fylingthorpe Methodist Church
Workshops & Trouble-shooting sessions
See hand-written note below for dates and time of workshops.
Workshops: £30 each or both for £50. They don’t have to be on the same day.
Trouble-shooting: individual half hour sessions £10.
Booking will secure a place; contact Deb via Propagansey F/b or website. Please leave a ph no in case technottery hides things. Payment can be made by bacs once you’ve received confirmation.
Pattern-setting: led by Deb Gillanders, this session looks at what’s involved in working without a written pattern. Some history, some aesthetics, a few sums & a dash of common sense, not forgetting the 5th Banana. Also several actual Ganseys for close examination – be supported & inspired to give it a go!
Straps, Saddles & Gussets: what do they all mean? Ian Whitworth will demystify these arcane areas with actual examples, giving you an idea of what they are, how to do them & how they affect & improve the sizing & fit of your Gansey.
Trouble-shooting: led by Susan McBride, these half hour, individual sessions are a great opportunity to get some expert help & tuition. No problem too big, no question too daft, we’ve all been there & Sue loves a challenge!
Every year this modest but realistic event gathers Ganseys old & new from around the coastline of England & Scotland & presents them in a uniquely inspiring, hands-on display.
There’s a lot of social history here; womens’ working lives were phenomenally arduous. They were frequently illiterate & didn’t have time to panic. Instead they committed motifs to memory & adapted them to fit.
There’s a dearth of patterns & interpretation boards; instead, visitors are encouraged to take the time to have a proper look at the collection & see how patterns evolved & adapted to suit the whims of the knitter & the size of each wearer.
Working without a pattern sounds daunting at first but it’s a worthwhile challenge – & getting in touch with your inner ‘Nous’ can be very liberating!
Browse the Propagansey gallery below…
