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Domestika Beginner Most popular

Knitting and Crochet Basic Techniques

Binge Knitting

The most-reviewed beginner crochet and knitting course on Domestika. Covers all the core techniques to get you making contemporary hand-crafted pieces from scratch.

From £7.99 Self-paced ★ 4.8 (14,200)
Domestika Beginner Best for sustainability

Upcycling with Crochet for Beginners

Emma Friedlander-Collins

Learn crochet by transforming old garments into something new — a beginner course with a sustainability angle that produces genuinely wearable results.

From £7.99 Self-paced ★ 4.9 (8,600)
Domestika Beginner

Creating Garments Using Crochet

Alicia Recio Rodríguez

Go from basic stitches to making a complete crochet garment — tops, cardigans, and accessories. The natural progression after you've mastered the basics.

From £7.99 Self-paced ★ 4.8 (11,300)
Domestika Intermediate Best intermediate

Crochet Garment Design: Pattern Making and Sizing

Laura Algarra

Design your own crochet sweater from scratch — create a professional pattern, handle sizing, and produce a finished piece you actually designed yourself.

From £7.99 Self-paced ★ 4.9
Domestika Beginner Best for beginners

Introduction to Creative Knitting Techniques

Bettaknit

Learn modern knitting techniques with a focus on creative expression — cast on, basic stitches, shaping and finishing, culminating in a finished project.

From £7.99 Self-paced ★ 4.8 (7,400)
Domestika Beginner

Knitting and Crochet Basic Techniques

Binge Knitting

The foundational course covering both knitting and crochet basics — ideal if you're not yet sure which you prefer and want to try both.

From £7.99 Self-paced ★ 4.8 (14,200)
Domestika Intermediate Best gift course

Knitting for Children's Garments

Marta Porcel Vilchez

Learn to knit garments for children — cardigans, jumpers and accessories. Particularly popular with grandparents and new parents who want to make something meaningful.

From £7.99 Self-paced ★ 4.7
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Embroidery courses

On-demand embroidery courses you can start today. We haven't ranked individual embroidery courses yet — browse the current selection on Domestika.

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Sewing courses

On-demand sewing courses you can start today. We haven't ranked individual sewing courses yet — browse the current selection on Domestika.

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Macramé courses

On-demand macramé courses you can start today. We haven't ranked individual macramé courses yet — browse the current selection on Domestika.

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Weaving courses

On-demand weaving courses you can start today. We haven't ranked individual weaving courses yet — browse the current selection on Domestika.

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Jewellery courses

On-demand jewellery courses you can start today. We haven't ranked individual jewellery courses yet — browse the current selection on Domestika.

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Candle making courses

On-demand candle making courses you can start today. We haven't ranked individual candle making courses yet — browse the current selection on Domestika.

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Pottery courses

On-demand pottery courses you can start today. We haven't ranked individual pottery courses yet — browse the current selection on Domestika.

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Where to learn online

Three on-demand platforms compared — pick by how you like to learn and pay.

Domestika

Long-form, professionally produced courses — best for learning one craft in depth. £9–£30, frequently on sale.

Skillshare

Subscription with thousands of shorter classes — best for trying several crafts cheaply. ~£14/month, free trial.

Udemy

Pay-per-course, no subscription — permanently discounted to ~£12–£15 and yours to keep for good.

Prefer it live?

Live online workshops with a kit posted to you

If you'd rather learn in real time with a tutor — and have the materials arrive in the post — ClassBento and CraftCourses run live Zoom sessions from £25.

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Online craft courses

FAQs

Everything you need to know before you book.

What are the best online craft courses?

For on-demand video courses, Domestika is the strongest for learning a single craft in depth (its most-reviewed beginner crochet/knitting course has 14,000+ reviews). Skillshare is better value if you want to sample several crafts on one subscription, and Udemy suits one-off purchases you keep for good. For fibre crafts (crochet, knitting, embroidery), online instruction works especially well.

Are online craft courses worth it?

For skill development, yes — especially for fibre crafts and jewellery design where close-up video is genuinely useful. For tactile crafts like pottery or glass blowing, online courses teach theory and hand-building but can't replace a studio. Many people pair an online course for the fundamentals with an in-person workshop for hands-on practice.

How much do online craft courses cost?

Domestika courses are £9–£30 (often on sale for £8–£12). Skillshare is about £14/month or £84/year with a free trial. Udemy courses have inflated 'original prices' but are permanently discounted to roughly £12–£15. Live online workshops with a posted kit (ClassBento, CraftCourses) run £25–£65.

Can I get a certificate from an online craft course?

Domestika, Skillshare and Udemy all issue completion certificates. None carry formal industry accreditation — they're personal learning records you can add to a portfolio or CV, not qualifications.