Class Schedule

Beginner Knitting
1st & 2nd Thursday of Every Month, 6:30pm to 8pm

Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks. Class cost is $10/hour + materials = $45 + tax. You must register prior to classes, beginners need a minimum 2 classes

Beginner Crochet
3rd & 4th Thursday of Every Month, 6:30pm to 8pm

Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks. Class cost is $10/hour + materials = $45 + tax. You must register prior to classes, beginners need a minimum 2 classes

Drop-In Project Group
Every Sunday 12 to 4pm, registration not required

For help getting through a project or learning new skills. Class cost is $10/hour + materials + tax. attendance is on a drop-in basis. You do not need to pre-register for this class.

Private Classes
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Firdays 1pm to 5pm, By appointment only

Class cost is $10/hour + materials + tax

Upcoming Classes please contact us for inquiries: info@knitomatic.com

Pattern Play - Adapting Knitting Patterns

Sock Class

Hat Class

FREE Workshops Saturday May 27 @ Crafternoon Tea

FREE Workshops Saturday May 27 at Crafternoon Tea

Crafternoon Tea DIY Zone Demos & Mini-Workshop Schedule :
(times may change slightly)

All demos & workshops are FREE to Crafternoon Tea visitors.
Materials, tools and hand-out sheets are provided.

11:30am Easy Soap-making - simply. by amanda (workshop)
Amanda Montgomery (aka The Soap Chef) will teach the traditional cold-
process method of soapmaking, including an overview of oils, natural
colourants and useful tips - plus take home your own bar of 100% fair
trade, organic soap!

12:30am Bookbinding (paper craft) - Le Petit Pig (mini-workshop)
Paper artist Janet Chan will take participants through the basics of
traditional bookbinding - everyone will leave with their own tiny book.

1:15pm Intro. to Handspinning (yarn) - pleasurecraft fibre (workshop)
Yarn artisan Kristyn Woodfine will introduce the basics of how to spin
prepared wool fleece into your own custom yarn, using a tool with an
ancient design: the Drop Spindle.

2pm Beginner Cross-stitch - Crafty Like A Fox (workshop)
Craftista Christa Rowley will show participants essential cross stitching
techniques and discuss fabric, stitches and problems that may arise for
beginners. Everyone will get to try it out by stitching their initials with a
pattern provided. If time allows, Christa may also do an interactive rug-
hooking demo.

2:45pm Textile Art - Hillary Webb (demo)
Artist Hillary Webb will show visitors how to create natural dyes from their
own backyards and kitchens. Plus a demonstration of how she creates
one of a kind textile art pieces using waxed naturally dyed fabric, hand
embroidery and embellishment.

3:45pm Beginner Sewing: How to make an easy tote bag (demo)
Watch Sew Be It Studio's seasoned instructors demonstrate step-by-step
how an easy tote bag is constructed - this project is perfect for
the stylish beginner sewer. Take home the instruction sheet
and try it at home yourself!

4:30pm Easy Jewellery-making - White Lotus Design (earrings 101 workshop)
Learn the basics of jewellery making with designer Edina Racz. In this
simple earring workshop, participants will make 2 pairs of fabulous
everyday earrings using quick & simple beginner level techniques.

Fibre Works

fibre works, originally uploaded by knitomatic.

Hillcrest Village FIBRE WORKS

June 1, 3 & 4, 2006
St. matthew's united church
729 St. Clair Ave West (at rushton)

Opening Reception Thursday June 1, 7-9pm.
Show continues June 3, 10am-4pm; Sunday June 4, 2pm-5pm.

Showcasing the work of fibre artists from the Hillcrest Community.

Instasnt Gratification Jewellery

Instasnt Gratification Jewellery, originally uploaded by knitomatic.

Instant Gratification Jewellery ... $24

Adornment is in! And here's a little secret—those beautiful beaded and gem-studded affairs are truly easy to make. Instant Gratification: Jewelry offers up near effortless sophistication with 38 projects ranging from elegant drop earrings and sparkling bracelets to deceptively intricate-looking necklaces. Make it today, wear it tonight. It doesn't take a lot of time or money—anyone can be an artisan with the chic and breezy approach of the Instant Gratification guides.

Annie Guthrie is a writer and jewelry designer who supported herself through graduate school by making and selling her jewelry. She lives in Tucson, Arizona.

subversive cross stitch - the book!

subversive cross stitch, originally uploaded by knitomatic.

Subversive Cross Stitch Book ... $24

In this wicked little book, Julie Jackson reinvents the age-old craft of cross-stitch, finally putting an end to all that saccharine sentimentalism and giving modern stitchers the chance to say what's really on their minds. Stitch up Bitch in Kitchen for a heartfelt housewarming gift. Spread cheer with the ever-festive Bite Me. Or whip up This Place Sucks for a cherished co-worker. This fully illustrated book includes 33 of Jackson's best patterns and easy-to-follow directions. Jackson outlines the simple tools and techniques needed and even offers encouragement and tips on how to create one-of-a-kind revolutionary designs from craft-store patterns with subversive sentiments all your own.

Julie Jackson's best-selling designs have been featured in the Washington Post, ReadyMade, and BUST. She is a native of Dallas, Texas, where she lives with her charming husband and menagerie of pets.

knit it kit for kids

knit it kit kids, originally uploaded by knitomatic.

Knit It Kit for Kids ... $23

Knitting isn't just for Granny anymore! It's the latest craze among all ages, and the perfect way for kids to pass time on long car rides or when there’s nothing on TV. This kit is designed for absolute beginners and teaches all the basics of knitting. There's a detailed instruction booklet, a circular needle, a ball of yarn, and 10 pattern cards for the coolest knitted creations.

Includes:
- Yarn
- 10 instruction cards
- Circular needle
- 36-page booklet

knit knack kit

knit knack kit, originally uploaded by knitomatic.

as seen on Oprah ... $33

Knit Knack Kit offers everything you need to get the knack for knitting. Based on the book Knitting Pretty, this handy kit includes a book illustrating knitting stiches and techniques, circular needles, stitch holders, a yarn needle, and 25 simple yet chic patterns (including nine new patterns!). From quick and easy projects (Plain Old Scarf) to grander endeavors (Hipster Kerchief) the Knit Knack Kit makes it fun to curl up and purl up!

Fall 2006 KNITSCENE

Fall 2006 Knitscene, originally uploaded by knitomatic.

info on the new fall 2006 KNITSCENE with pictures of all the projects and yarn requirements

Rozaneh Vintage Sale

from Toronto Craft Alert...

ROZANEH VINTAGE CLOTHING AND TEXTILES

Invites you to the 3rd studio sale for preferred customers and thier
friends.

This Sunday: May 28th from 11am to 6pm
Location: 183 Bathurst Street (just north of Queen, on the East side,
Downstairs)

Over 300 new items since the last sale including: new worn cotton '50s
dresses, PowerBall gear, Linens, Jewelry and all the usual. (Oh, and
designer scarves)

Contact 416.703.6818 with any inquires.

See you Sunday!

Please forward to anyone who would be interested!