Discover the warm, tactile world of The Chunky Needle, founded by creative force Courtney Love. Courtney describes herself as the “chunky-junkie” behind the brand, having embraced chunky knitting over two decades ago and launched The Chunky Needle in 2018. Her passion for oversized, ultra-soft merino wool pieces transformed into a full-scale home-ware brand and a vibrant workshop programme across the Cotswolds and beyond.

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Look, colour, texture and aesthetic

At the heart of the business is the signature arm-knitting experience: participants skip traditional needles, using their arms to knit sumptuous blankets, scarves and statement pieces from chunky yarns under Courtney’s expert guidance. This technique offers something both dramatic and deeply satisfying—the results are bold, cosy, and full of texture, just as Courtney originally intended when she created the brand to bring “look, colour, texture and aesthetic” into the home.

Chunky Christmas Wreath Workshops

This festive season, The Chunky Needle expands its offering to include beautifully designed Christmas Wreath Workshops. These events blend the brand’s love of generous proportions and tactile materials with the spirit of seasonal creativity. In a workshop you might find yourself wrapped in yarn, creating a modern wreath with chunky wool, soft ribbons and seasonal embellishments—an extension of the oversized style that has become the brand’s hallmark. Under Courtney’s guidance in a friendly, sociable setting, both seasoned makers and complete beginners are welcome to explore this joyful form of craft.

Community, calm and connection

Beyond the creative process, the workshops offer more than a momentary escape: attendees leave with a handcrafted piece, a sense of achievement, and a renewed appreciation for slow, hands-on making. The Chunky Needle embodies the idea that craft can be community, calm and connection. Whether you’re joining one of the wreath sessions, an arm-knitting class or browsing the finely-crafted home-ware pieces ready to post straight to your door, Courtney and her brand invite you to embrace something larger than your usual day-to-day: something cosy, chunky and made by hand.

Christmas Wreath Workshops

If you’re looking to elevate your festive décor or simply want to enjoy a creative evening with friends, The Chunky Needle’s Christmas Wreath Workshops offer the perfect blend of luxury, craft and seasonal cheer—led by Courtney herself, in her signature style.

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