Where to knit and crochet

Updated on 18 September 2026 From Federica Fiumelli

Bologna, a city of art that has always been attentive to the world of creativity, hosts many realities and spaces for all those who love to knit or crochet, together or alone, beginners or professionals.

Creativity, sustainability and wellbeing thus intertwine among the streets of Bologna to offer you a relaxing experience with the possibility of creating a unique garment to give or receive as a gift, just like a small work of art.

Find out where to knit and join Bologna's urban knitting community:

L'Atelier della Lana

At Via Rialto 19/C is the Atelier della Lana, which offers carefully selected top quality yarns as well as a wide range of useful accessories for knitting and crocheting.

The Atelier also offers courses at all levels, making available all the experience gained over the years. Nina and Francesca are also available for advice and assistance both when choosing materials and projects and during the execution of the work.

Il Caffè dei Gomitoli

In Strada Maggiore 77 is the perfect place for anyone who wants to stop by while sipping a cup of tea or coffee.

From breakfast to aperitifs, inside the café you will find a wide selection of fresh pastries, a menu of light meals perfect for lunch breaks, and rich buffet aperitifs with vegan and gluten-free choices.

Il Caffè dei gomitoli is also a yarn outlet with first-rate materials. This reality also offers the possibility of attending courses and workshops for every level, from basic to expert, with the possibility of also purchasing the Café's creations to be inspired by such as jumpers, scarves, swimwear, accessories, headphones and much more. Bespoke garments are also made with the possibility of choosing the yarn.

via ilcaffedeigomitoli.com

Biblioteca Scandellara - Mirella Bartolotti

A series of events dedicated to books, reading and knitting, designed as an opportunity to spend time together, exchange ideas and share skills.

Participants can work on new creations with the support of more experienced knitters and contribute to a solidarity initiative: the warm garments made during the meetings will be donated to the Community of Sant'Egidio for the autumn and winter season.

For the updated schedule and any changes, please check the official website.

Collettivo Rosole

Collettivo Rosole is a collective of textile artists active in Bologna since 2022.

The collective's name derives from the rosole plant, a spontaneous weed used in the poor countryside of Romagna.

The rosole collective has created a free community, building, through the practices of knitting and crochet, spaces of sociality and craftsmanship shared through various events, such as the crochet club. Events that take place, depending on the occasion, in different parts of the city, such as the independent contemporary art space Adiacenze or the Esprit Nouveau Pavilion.

via wooldone.com

Other places to find yarn and inspiration

Other places, such as historic haberdasheries or new spaces, offer excellent yarns, courses, workshops and training and consultancy opportunities such as:

Now that you have no more excuses, all you need to do is arm yourself with balls of wool and a lot of passion to start creating in the streets of Bologna. Whether you are an expert or a beginner, the city awaits you with many opportunities to weave threads and relationships.

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Edited by

Federica Fiumelli

Editor for Fondazione Bologna Welcome

Lives on vitamin C by the second: Culture and Communication. He loves dinosaurs as much as a good glass of Chardonnay. In his spare time he weaves threads and words between a crochet hook and a MacBook. She has been writing for bolognawelcome.com since 2023.