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  • January Classes

Had a slow start to your January? No problem, we’ve got classes starting in the next couple of weeks, plenty of time to sign up and learn something new! We also have a ton of QnA times if you have a project you are stuck on, just give us a call!

MONDAY

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MR. FOX STOLE YOUR HEART

(advanced beginner)

(With Deanna Krushinsky)

This whimsical stole is reminiscent of the foxes round the ladies of the 1940”s. Deanna walks you through the steps and techniques to knit this vintage piece.

Supply requirements: pattern (Tiny Owl Knits); yarn suggestion: Lima, Silk Cloud, alpaca cotton, pastaza; 7mm needles & DPNs

Time: 6:30-8:30pm

Dates: January 23, 30 & Feb 06

Cost: $75.00 + HST

MONDAY

BEGINNER CROCHET

(beginner)

(With Deanna Krushinsky)

Learn the basics of crochet with stitches such as the slip stitch, single crochet, half-double crochet double crochet, and the triple crochet, increasing and decreasing, and crocheting in the round. You will also learn chaining and working back and forth in rows from a foundation chain. If time allows, basic pattern reading skills will be taught. Most will have time to start some sort of beginner project, or you can make swatches and turn them into a scarf in the end.

Supply requirements: crochet hook 5mm; DK weight yarn (wool or acrylic is best, opposed to cotton or novelty yarn.

Time: 6:30-8:30pm

Dates: Feb 20, 27, March 05 & 12

Cost: $95.00 + HST

TUESDAY

BEGINNER KNITTING

(beginner)

(With Amanda Kaffka)

Have fun learning the basics of knitting. This is a techniques based class where you will learn to cast on/off, knit and purl for the first time, or if you have learnt years ago but need a refresher this is the class for you. It is always encouraged to start a simple and easy project in this class that will help solidify the techniques in practice and teaches pattern reading skills.

Supply requirements: For first time learners, any chunky yarn & 6mm; or yarn for a project of your choice (we can help you during class time pick the appropriate yarn/pattern/needles).

Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm

Dates: January 24, 31, Feb 7 & 14

Cost: $95.00 + HST

TUESDAY

BEYOND BEGINNER KNITTING

(advanced beginner)

(With Amanda Kaffka)

Wanting to go to that next level? Join the beyond beginner class with Amanda where she will help you pick a pattern, yarn and needles that will challenge you to learn new skills and techniques. Learn to read patterns and understand the abbreviations and new stitches along with finishing techniques

Supply requirements: A pattern & yarn of your choice (we can help you select a pattern & yarn)

Time: 12:15-2:15pm

Dates: January 24, 31, Feb 7 & 14

Cost: $95.00 + HST

TUESDAY

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FIDDLEHEAD MITTENS

(intermediate)

(With Alexa Ludeman)

These classic Fiddlehead Mittens are super popular and fun to knit! Alexa takes you through the techniques of Fair Isle and chart reading.

Supply requirements: Pattern (purchase on line); yarn suggestion: BSA sport/mélange (2 main colour, 1 each of contrasting colours, 2 brushed suri)

Time: 6:30 – 8:30pm

Dates: January 17, 24, 31 & Feb 07

Cost: $95.00 + HST

TUESDAY

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TRENDY SLOUCHY HAT

(advanced beginner)

(With Michael Wynne)

This fashion foward hat suitable for both men and women is a great knit for your self or as a special gift; just in time for the cooling weather and holiday season.  Join Michael as he walks you through the techniques needed to knit this perfectly slouchy hat, like i-cord cast on, and basic cables.

Supply requirements: Pattern Fulton; yarn: 20 – 22 st yarn (ideas: Madelintosh, peartree 8ply); 4.5mm & cable needle (optional)

Time: 7:00 – 9:00pm

Dates: Jan 17 & 24

Cost: $50.00 + HST

TUESDAY

CABLE SAMPLER PILLOW

(advanced beginner)

(With Michael Wynne)

Knit this timeless cable sampler pillow to add the perfect accent in any room. Knitted décor always adds a soft, beautiful look to any space.

Learn the basics of cabling creating a 4 square pillow and solid back.

Supply requirements: 18 st gauge yarn in a light colour 500 meters (250m for front & 250m for back. & pattern sold in store.

Time: 6:30 – 8:30pm

Dates: January 31, Feb 7, 14 & 8

Cost: $95.00 + HST

WEDNESDAY

KID’S CLUB

(all levels ages 6 – 12)

(With Amanda Kaffka)

Let’s have fun knitting and learning the basics, making a simple garter stitch scarf or fingerless gloves or little simple animals. All levels welcome from learning to knit for the very first time to pros!

Supply requirements: first timers, we recommend a chunky yarn and 6mm needles; those wanting to start a project 1 ball of anything and needles to match yarn (novelty yarn is not encouraged).

Time: 3:30 – 4:30

Dates: January 25, Feb 1, 8 & 15

Cost: $50.00 + HST

WEDNESDAY

BEGINNER KNITTING

(beginner)

(With Amanda Kaffka)

Have fun learning the basics of knitting. This is a techniques based class where you will learn to cast on/off, knit and purl for the first time, or if you have learnt years ago but need a refresher this is the class for you. It is always encouraged to start a simple and easy project in this class that will help solidify the techniques in practice and teaches pattern reading skills.

Supply requirements: For first time learners, any chunky yarn & 6mm; or yarn for a project of your choice (we can help you during class time pick the appropriate yarn/pattern/needles).

Time: 6:00 – 8:00pm

Dates: January 25, Feb 1, 8 & 15

Cost: $75.00 + HST

WEDNESDAY

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JUNEBERRY SHAWL

(intermediate)

(With Alison Holley)

Jared Flood’s patterns are always spectacular and the Juneberry Shawl is no acception! Alison will take you through the steps of this lace pattern and chart reading.

Supply requirements: yarn 480 yds of worsted or sport weight; pattern; 5.5mm needles

Time: 6:30 – 8:30pm

Dates: January 25, Feb 1, 8 & 15

Cost: $95.00 + HST

THURSDAY

KID’S CLUB

(all levels ages 6 – 12)

(With Amanda Kaffka)

Let’s have fun knitting and learning the basics, making a simple garter stitch scarf or fingerless gloves or little simple animals. All levels welcome from learning to knit for the very first time to pros!

Supply requirements: first timers, we recommend a chunky yarn and 6mm needles; those wanting to start a project 1 ball of anything and needles to match yarn (novelty yarn is not encouraged).

Time: 3:30 – 4:30

Dates: January 26, Feb 2, 9 & 16

Cost: $50.00 + HST

THURSDAY

BEYOND BEGINNER KNITTING

(beginner)

(With Sandra Dunkin)

Now that you’ve learned the basic’s of knitting, and can’t wait to make a more advanced project, come join the beyond beginner knitting class. From learning to read a pattern, to finishing techniques, Sandra will coach you through the obstacle course of your first garment.

Supply requirements: Basic pattern of your choice and the yarn and needles that is specifies.

Time: 6:30-8:30pm

Dates: January 19, 26, Feb 2 & 9

Cost: $95.00 + HST

THURSDAY

GENTLEMEN’S KNIT CLUB

(all levels)

(With Michael Wynne)

Got Balls? Then join us in an exclusive weekly men’s knit night. Bring your knitting or start a new project. All skill levels not only welcome, but encouraged. Let’s see how much testosterone we can drum up in a knitting store!

Time: 7 – 9pm

Date: Weekly

Cost: FREE

SATURDAY

SOCK BOOT CAMP

(advanced beginner)

(With Jackie Blackmore)

Learn to knit a sock in just one evening! Basic knitting skills are required and knowledge of knitting on DPN’s expected. You will knit a top-down, mini training sock on 4 DPN’s by the end of the 3 hour class.   An educational “Sock Knitting” handout and a free sock pattern will be included.

Supply requirements: 3.25mm or 3/5mm DPN and a small ball of aran weight yarn

Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm

Dates: Session A: January 7

Session B: Feb 04

Session C: March 04

Cost: $40.00 + HST

SATURDAY
ENTRELAC SCARF WORKSHOP

(advanced beginner)

(With Alison H.)

Entrelac looks complex but the technique is easy to understand and looks impressive! In this class you will cast on and then knit 3 base triangles. Once the set up is complete we will work 2 passes across the scarf, which are the fundamental rows for knitting entrelac.

Supply requirements: Pattern provided; 4 skeins Noro Silk Garden, or similar weight yarn; 4mm needles

Time: 1:00 – 4:30pm

Dates: January 21

Cost: $40.00 + HST

SATURDAY
SOCKS KNIT ON 2 CIRCULAR NEEDLES

(intermediate)

(With Alexa Ludeman)

Are you an avid sock knitter who wants to learn a new technique to knit up your feet warmers? Well, this might be the course for you! Alexa shows you the steps to using 2 circular needles instead of DPN’s.

Time: 10:30 – 12:30pm

Dates: January 28, Feb 11 + 18th

Cost: $75.00 + HST

SUNDAY

PTARMIGAN

(advanced beginner; able to read charts)

(With Alison H.)

Brooklyn Tweed’s Ptarmigan is a simple, yet warm and lovely lace cowl knit in the round. This cowl is the perfect neck piece to transition from winter to spring.

Supply requirements: Brooklyn Tweed’s pattern Ptarmigan pattern; 175 – 220 yd sport/DK yarn; 4 – 4.5mm 16- 24” needles

Time: 3:00 – 5:00

Dates: January 22 & 29

Cost: $50.00 + HST + cost of pattern + supplies

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