Speaker: Ailsa Stephen
Craft: General
Experience: Suitable for all
Summary: Ailsa will talk about her experience as a contestant on Channel4’s The Game of Wool.
Description
I will share my story of how a lifelong love of knitting and crochet unexpectedly led me to the television series Game of Wool.
In this keynote talk, we will take a light‑hearted look behind the scenes of the competition — from inventive challenges to memorable moments in the yarn barn — and reflect on what the experience taught me as a maker.
Finally, I’d like to highlight the vital work of the Knitting & Crochet Guild and its value to me as someone with a deep interest in growing my skills, history and vintage.
The session concludes with a 20‑minute Q&A.
About the speaker
I grew up on a farm near Glasgow and work as an Executive Assistant at a ferry company.
I have been crafting from a young age, and developed a passion that led me to compete on Channel 4’s ‘The Game of Wool’ in 2025, reaching the final of the competition.
instagram – Ailsa.makes.things
YouTube – AislaMakesThings
Ravelry – ailsamakesthings
Internet – ailsamakes.com
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