Embrace the Crafty Spirit at Knit & Knot and Craft...
Wrap up your Christmas shopping with the perfect touch of creativity!
Fransie Taylor, a long-time Gansbaai resident and business owner has built up a massive client base of locals and visitors over the years who are interested in the arts and crafts industry.
Fransie is passionate about sharing her love for knitting, crocheting, and art and crafts. With this in mind, she is on an ongoing quest to inspire others by hosting classes and workshops in every medium possible.
When she is not working or teaching in one of her shops, Fransie enjoys uplifting the community, especially those in their golden years, by distributing wool, knitting and crocheting accessories, and crafting materials donated to her by the public.
Knit & Knot and Crafters Den stock a massive range of wool in every colour imaginable and in thicknesses that range from 4-ply to 3XL chunky, as well as a wide selection of knitting and crocheting needles in all sizes, thicknesses and stitch techniques. Fransie is always ready with advice and welcomes clients to browse her woolwork and craft library for ideas and inspiration.
Knit & Knot and Crafters Den offer exclusive knitting and crocheting services by a team of talented experts. Now you can get that patterned jersey with the narrower sleeves for winter, a 70s-inspired crochet top that will become your statement piece in summer and a trio of scatter cushions to make your bed look even cosier than it is.
Did you know? Knit & Knot and Crafters Den is the home for a growing family of handmade export-quality teddy bears. Lovingly crafted by Fransie Taylor using imported ‘bear-tarials’ each bear is unique and has a personality of its own.
Although most of the teddies are collector items and not for sale, they do enjoy visits from the bear-loving public. Occasionally Fransie sells one or two so you might just be in luck!
Fransie will help you create your very own Paddington or Baloo with a teddy bear kit that includes all the bare necessities, which are your:
Knit & Knot and Crafter’s Den is a supplier of arts and crafts for artists and hobbyists of all levels of experience. Stock up your crafting drawers and bins or spend time looking for inspirational ideas for your next project.
Knit & Knot and Crafters Den introduce Buttons & Bows for all your sewing and needlecraft supplies to create everything from basic outfits and evening wear to interior décor items and fashion accessories.
Find contact details and trading times for Buttons & Bows, here.
Knit & Knot, Crafters Den and Buttons & Bows host regular workshops for just about every creative project imaginable. Get ready to learn how to learn new skills or improve your existing techniques with tutorials that include how to crochet a square, paint on fabric or make a teddy bear, just to name a few.
Contact Fransie Taylor at Knit & Knot and Crafters Den to find out when the next class or workshop will be held, or to give her your topic suggestion.
Have you got a secret stash of knitting, sewing and craft accessories taking up space in your spare room or the garage? Knit & Knot and Crafters Den’s Fransie Taylor is a passionate community member and is busy with an ongoing incentive to collect materials and accessories for retirement homes in Gansbaai.
Donations List
Remember, even the little leftover balls can be used to knit small squares that can be sewn together to make a big warm blanket. Please call Franci for more information and to arrange the delivery or collection of your donation.
Both Knit & Knot and Crafters Den sell gift vouchers to the value of your choice. Gift vouchers are perfect for: