Our Spring-Summer Knitting & crochet class list is live, here's a peek at spring! General Classes focus on skills, Project Workshops integrate skills into a knitting project.
general
classes
beginner knitting
Skill Level Absolute Beginner, Instructor Liane Schwarz
2 session class:
Tues. Feb 18 + 25, 6pm to 8pm CLASS FULL
Tues. May 6 + 13 , 6-8pm
Mon. Jun 16 + 22, 6-8pm
You'll learn all the basics: how to knit, purl, put stitches on your needle (cast on), finish up (cast off), change yarn in the middle of your project, weave in your ends, and how to read a ball band as well as a basic pattern. You should be able to make a scarf in this class (get ready to spend a few hours of down time working on your knitting in front of the TV). Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks. Materials are not included, but we sell everything you need and you receive 10% off all materials during your class. $39.97 + tax.
beginner crochet
Skill Level: absolute beginner, Instructor Liane Schwarz
2 session class:
Tues. May 20 + 27, 6-8pm
Tues. Jun 24 + Jul 8, 6-8pm
Crochet is fast, easy and becoming very popular. You'll learn all the basics: how to make a chain, the foundation stitches, how to crochet in the round, increase and decrease, and how to read a basic pattern. You will graduate with a granny square or flower under your belt. $39.97 (+ tax and materials)
NEW
fixing mistakes + trouble-shooting
Skill
Level: 1, Instructor Liane Schwarz
2
session class:
Tues.
Apr 1 + 8, 6-8pm
This
trouble-shooting class is a great way to build your knitterly
confidence. Here you will not only learn to identify several of the
common errors that stop knitters in their tracks, but also how to
repair them without shedding any tears or having to rip your work
back to the beginning. Come prepared with bloopers of your own, or
make some gaff samples here. No matter what, you are guaranteed to
learn from your mistakes. $49.97 (+
tax)
NEW
finishing skills
Skill
Level: 1, Instructor Liane Schwarz
Mon.
Apr 28 + May 5, 6-8pm
Finishing
can make or break a beautiful hand-knit, so let us show you how to do
it properly. You will learn a variety of techniques, including
mattress stitch seaming, sewing a sleeve into place, three-needle
bind offs, grafting (kitchener stitch), picking up stitches for
button bands and necklines, as well as the mysterious proportions
that take the guesswork out of many of these procedures. We encourage
students to bring items to finish (optional). $49.97
(+ tax)
project
workshops
open project class
Skill Level: 1, 2, 3 + beyond, Instructor Liane Schwarz
2 session class:
Mon. Feb 24 + Mar 3, 6pm to 8pm
Mon. Jun 2 + 9, 6-8pm
Want to learn something but can't make it to one of our regular workshops? No problem! You can work on any project you like in our Open Project Class. You can also use the time to get help with something you are already working on or if you need some support with finishing – it's up to you! 2 session class: $49.97 + tax, 1 session class: $25.97 + tax. Materials not included, but we sell everything you need and you receive 10% off all materials during your class.
NEW
learn to love intarsia (mittens)
Skill
Level 2, Instructor Liane Schwarz
2
session class: Tues. Feb. 4 + 11, 6pm to 8pm
Perfect
for Valentine's Day, these mittens import a classic image with
contemporary flair, while teaching you how to work in the round,
shape a mitten and work simple intarsia. What more could you want?
$49.97 (+ tax and materials).
cabled slouchy hat
Skill Level 2 to 3, Instructor Liane Schwarz
2 session class: Mon. Feb 10 + 17, 6pm to 8pm
This beautiful slouchy tam has just the right blend of classic and modern, skill and fun. Here you will learn how to work in the round, with double pointed needles, how to follow a more complex cable pattern, how to work both standard and twist cables, and how to increase and decrease a hat without sacrificing the cabled surface. $49.97 + tax and materials.
NEW
slip-stitch cowl
Skill
Level 1 to 2, Instructor Liane Schwarz
2
session class: Tues Mar 4 + 11, 6-8pm
For
those of you who think colour-work knitting just isn't any fun, stop
right here! This lovely textured cowl will show you how easy it can
be to work in colour--no stranding or puckering, just a clever
manipulation of yarns to produce a fair isle-like pattern that will
keep everyone guessing. $49.97 (+ tax and materials)
entrelac
cowl
Skill
Level 2/3, Instructor Liane Schwarz
2
session class: Tues. Mar 18 + 25, 6-8pm
This
fun and colourful neck cuff will teach you how to knit entrelac
(interlocking squares) in the round. This project is great for those
who want to try this technique for the first time, and ideal for
those who already have some experience with entrelac worked back and
forth. Either way, you will amaze yourself and your friends with the
beautiful finished product. $49.97 (+ tax and materials).
NEW
lacy slouchy hat
Skill
Level 2 to 3, Instructor Liane Schwarz
2
session class: Tues. Apr 7 + 14, 6-8pm
This
great 'tween-weather hat will not only help you understand basic
lace-knitting techniques--yarn overs, slanted decreases, a double
sided pattern, but also provide you with a very cool alternative to
the traditional knitted hat, since the natural waves of the lace
pattern come together to form a beautiful star-shaped crown. $49.97
(+ tax and materials).
NEW
spring + summer cardie
Skill
Level: 2, Instructor Liane Schwarz
3 session class: Tues.
Apr 15, 22 + 29, 6-8pm
This
go-to cardigan is a great way to launch into spring/summer knitting.
In addition to following a basic pattern you will also learn how to
make simple set-in sleeves, how to pick up stitches, and how to knit
a ribbed border. $74.97 (+ tax and materials)
socks
(toe-up)
Skill
Level: 2, Instructor Liane Schwarz
2
session class: Mon May 12 + 26, 6-8pm
Whether
you're just up for something different or you would like to learn to
make socks for the first time, this class is a great place to begin.
Here you will learn how to use double pointed needles, how to make
short-row toes and heels, a mitred alternative to the heel-flap of
the traditional cuff-down sock, and how to bind off with elasticity.
$49.97 (+ tax & materials)
beginner
cardie (top-down, no-sew)
Skill
Level 1 to 2, Instructor Liane Schwarz
3
sessions: Tues. June 3, 10 + 17, 6-8pm
All
of the fun, none of the tears! With this basic top-down knit you will
learn how to shape a raglan yoke, how to make sleeves, how to work a
neckband and a buttonhole, all without the tedium of sewing. Who
could ask for anything more? $74.97 (+ tax)
