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Teaching (and enjoying!) the crafts of knitting, spinning and weaving is what
Wabi Sabi is all about.
Whether you are a novice or pro, we'll have a class that will match your ability and interests.
To book a spot, simply send us an e-mail with the course and date you wish to sign up for. To confirm your place, you must pay the workshop fee in advance, either in person or with a credit card over the phone. Our phone number is 613-725-KNIT.
Classes for June
Intro to Weaving
Learn the basics of weaving using the Rigid Heddle Loom. In this three-hour course you will make a beautiful scarf.
Date(s): June 4
Time: 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cost: $60.00
Notes: Materials provided; No experience necessary.
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Sculpting a Figure - Hosted by renowned Felt Artist Edwina Sutherland
Learn the fascinating process of creating a figure with wool and the felting needle. The figure will be built on an armature. This is no-sew, no pattern project! Each figure will be unique.
Date(s): June 6 and 7
Time: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Cost: $150.00
Notes: Some needlefelting experience; Materials provided
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Spring has Sprung Tea Cosy
Knit and felt a beautiful spring tea cosy. Learn how to create felted flowers and leaves to embellish the top
Date(s): June 10, 17 and 24
Time: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Cost: $65
Notes: Basic knitting skill needed; Materials provided.
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Knitting 101
Learn the basics of knitting; cast on, knit, purl, cast off. We will work on a neckwarmer/scarf. Class is a total of 4 hours in 2 sessions.
Date(s): Jun. 13 and Jun. 20
Time: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Cost: $50.00
Notes: Materials provided; No experience necessary.
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Waldorf Doll Making
Learn to make a wonderful gift for your child--a waldorf doll!
Date(s): June 13 and 20 and 27
Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Cost: $80.00
Notes: Materials and instruction booklet included; teacher is Marie Gabe.
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Introduction to Natural Dyes
Discover the world of natural color: from fibre preparation, and color extraction to dyeing. We will use plant extracts to create a color palette. What you learn in this class will allow you to begin your own exploration of natural dyeing.
Date(s): June 14
Time: 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Cost: $60.00
Notes: No special skills necessary; all materials provided.
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Spinning 1with Leslie
Learn the basics of using a drop spindle; how to draft, spin and ply yarn. At the end of this session, you should be able to spin a continous yarn with a drop spindle.
Date(s): June 21
Time: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Cost: $60.00
Notes: no experience necessary; drop spindle and fleece included
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Indigo Dyeing
In this introduction to dyeing with Indigo we will look at two types of vat dyes, discuss fibre preparation and dye some samples of wool and shibori folded fabric.
Date(s): June 27
Time: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Cost: $60.00
Notes: No experience necessary; all materials provided.
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Spinning 2 with Leslie
Broaden your spinning skills, learn an assortment of drafting skills so you can create the kind of wool you like. Learn how to make wool with character as we experiment with ply and twist.
Date(s): June 28
Time: 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Cost: $55.00
Notes: No experience necessary; participants must bring their own spindle
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Classes for July
Flower Fairies
Create a tiny fairy dressed in an embroidered wool felt coat, with faux silk wings and an acorn cap. Makes a 3" doll suitable for children over 3 years of age.
Date(s): July 12
Time: 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Cost: $50.00
Notes: No experience needed; supplies included, bring your own scissors.
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Classes for August
Knitting 101
Learn the basics of knitting; cast on, knit, purl, cast off. We will work on a neckwarmer/scarf. Class is a total of 4 hours in 2 sessions.
Date(s): Aug. 6 and Aug. 13
Time: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Cost: $50.00
Notes: Materials provided; No experience necessary.
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Knitting 101
Learn the basics of knitting; cast on, knit, purl, cast off. We will work on a neckwarmer/scarf. Class is a total of 4 hours in 2 sessions.
Date(s): Aug. 22 and Aug. 29
Time: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Cost: $50.00
Notes: Materials provided; No experience necessary.
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Upcycled Soaker
Join Tonia as she teaches you how to create a one of a kind soaker with recycled sweaters.
Date(s): Aug. 23
Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Cost: $30.00
Notes: No special skills necessary; All materials provided.
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