The Creative Loop Challenge: Widening Participation and Awareness of the Knitting & Crochet Guild through physical engagement workshops

Guy McKelvey; Claire Barber

The Creative Loop Challenge: Widening Participation and Awareness of the Knitting & Crochet Guild through physical engagement workshops

Guy McKelvey (Curator), Claire Barber (Curator)

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Abstract

The Creative Loop Challenge is a competition run by TIP, a research group from the School of Arts and Humanities at the University of Huddersfield, in partnership with the The Knitting & Crochet Guild. Together, we aim to preserve and develop the rich history of knitting, crochet, and the textile industries of West Yorkshire.

Our projects—including The Creative Loop Challenge—engage a new generation with these traditional crafts, giving them a modern and relevant twist.

Original language	English
Publication status	Published - 3 Feb 2026
Event	The Creative Loop Challenge: Barbara Hepworth Building - Mezzanine Gallery, Barbara Hepworth Building, University of Huddersfield, Huddersfield, United Kingdom Duration: 3 Feb 2026 → 27 Feb 2026 https://www.thecreativeloopchallenge.com/the-exhibition

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Research output: Non-textual form › Exhibition

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