Hand Knitting
Creation of a hand-knitted product according to specifications and given pattern.
Description of the skill
Hand Knitting is the craft of creating textile products using needles and thin threads, based on a given pattern and specifications. Competitors are expected to interpret the design accurately and apply various knitting techniques to produce a high-quality finished item. The task requires precision, consistency in stitch formation, and attention to detail. Manual dexterity, creativity, and a solid understanding of yarn behaviour and pattern structure are essential to successfully complete the product.
Competition Rules
Competition Rules set the overall framework and regulations that apply to all skills competitions.
Charter of Judges
Charter of Judges provides instructions on the judging procedure and use of the Assessment Framework.
Technical Description
Technical Description explains what the skill is about and what competitors should be prepared for.
- Released in November 2026
This document was previously known as the Pre-task Assignment.
The previous International Abilympics Bordeaux 2016 Pre‑task Assignment is available below. It illustrates the competition’s level of difficulty but does not correspond to the document for 2027.
Task Assignment
Task Assignment is the actual competition task that competitors complete, based on the Technical Description.
- Released in February 2027
(This document was previously known as the Final-task Assignment.)
Skill Manager
Person in charge of organising the skill.
Minna Hyytiäinen
Taito, The Finnish Crafts Organization
Judges
The Abilympics organiser selects judges from people nominated by IAF member organisations.
- Application period for judges in May 2026
- Selection of Judges in September/October 2026
- Finalised list of Judges will be released in February 2027
”I would advise that it’s worth being yourself and applying to participate in the Abilympics competitions.
