Knitting
2025/2026 Knitting Classes
*Refunds or credit are only offered up to 72 hours prior to the start of class or workshop. *Full list of policies here.
Coming Up:
Beginner Knitting
Jan Dates: Tuesdays, January 6, 13, 20 & 27th from 6:00-8:00 pm ~or~
Jan Dates: Wednesdays Jan 7, 14, 21 and 28th from 6:00-8:00 pm ~or~
Feb Dates: Tuesdays, February 3, 10, 17 & 24th from 6:00-8:00 pm ~or~
Mar Dates: Tuesdays, March 3, 10, 17 & 24th from 6:00-8:00 pm.
Photo courtesy of Jackie Blackmore
Ever wanted to learn how to knit & master the basics of knitting? Then this is the class for you!
Over 4 weeks, students will learn to: cast on and off, the knit stitch, the purl stitch, basic increases & decreases, and finishing skills. We will discuss needle sizes and yarn weights, gauge, how to read a yarn ball label & a knitting pattern.
Students will practice all the steps in class and then in week 3 & 4 will apply their new skills towards their first project: knit stitch-sampler hand warmers.
After completing this class, you will be well on your way to becoming a knitter!
Materials (Included in the cost)
- One pair of 5.00mm bamboo needles
- 100g of Cascade 220 worsted weight yarn.
- Locking Stitch Markers
- Darning needle for finishing
COST: $120 (+tax) All materials and pattern included. *Please note new price due to longer instructional time.
Jan Dates: Tuesdays, January 6, 13, 20 & 27th from 6:00-8:00 pm ~or~
Jan Dates: Wednesdays Jan 7, 14, 21 and 28th from 6:00-8:00 pm ~or~
Feb Dates: Tuesdays, February 3, 10, 17 & 24th from 6:00-8:00 pm ~or~
Mar Dates: Tuesdays, March 3, 10, 17 & 24th from 6:00-8:00 pm.
Minimum 3 participants and max 6
INSTRUCTOR: Jackie Blackmore
Jackie is an avid knitter, fibre artist & teacher. She appreciates how knitting keeps your brain sharp while still being so meditative, restorative and creative. She loves teaching knitting to new students and sharing all the helpful tools, tips and tricks she’s learned over the years.
Photos courtesy of Jackie Blackmore
Beginner Hat – On the C Train Class
Feb Dates: Sundays, February 8 and 22nd from 10:00am-12:00 pm
Please note the extra week between the sessions to allow time to work on the hat between classes.
Want to build on your basic knitting skills? The On The C Train Hat by Espace Tricot is the perfect next step pattern!
Learn to knit a classic ribbed style toque in the round on circular needles or DPNs, we will also cover how to determine the perfect length and fit, add a brim, shape for the crown and cinch up the top of your hat for finishing or adding a pom pom.
Knit with 1 strand of worsted weight wool and 1 strand of lace weight mohair your finished hat will keep you cozy & warm all winter long. Also, makes a wonderful Christmas gift too!
Prerequisites: Beginner knitting skills; Student should be able to cast on, knit, purl & cast off.
Materials Needed:
Notes on Yarn Options:
The pattern calls for one strand of Worsted weight yarn held together with one strand of Lace weight Mohair, but if someone is sensitive to mohair, suri alpaca would be a nice alternative. Alternatively you can hold a single strand of aran weight yarn as listed below.
Our store sample is knit using one strand of Drops Big Merino held together with one strand of Rico Essentials Glamorous Glitter
- 130 m (143y) of Worsted weight yarn (192 m/210y for a folded brim) such as
- DROPS Big Merino or Malabrigo Rios and 130 m (143y) AND of Lace weight mohair (192 m/210y for a folded brim) such as Pro Lana Kid Seta held together. ∼OR∼
- 130 m (143y) of Aran weight yarn (192 m/210y for a folded brim) held single such as DROPS Air.
- Needles
- Locking Stitch markers, darning needle & scissors
- A copy of On The C Train by Espace Tricot – pattern available to download for free on Ravelry.
Materials can be purchased at Baaad Anna’s Yarn Store.
DATES: Sundays, February 8 and 22nd from 10:00am-12:00 pm
Please note the extra week between the sessions to allow time to work on the hat between classes.
COST: $60(+tax) Materials not included
Minimum 3 participants and maximum 8
INSTRUCTOR: Jackie Blackmore
Jackie is an avid knitter, fibre artist & teacher. She appreciates how knitting keeps your brain sharp while still being so meditative, restorative and creative. She loves teaching knitting to new students and sharing all the helpful tools, tips and tricks she’s learned over the years.
Photo courtesy of © Espace Tricot
To register, call 604-255-2577, or register online here to reserve your spot!
Top Down Adult Sock Class
DATES: Mondays, November 3, 10 and 17th from 6:00-8:00 pm.
Ready to knit your first pair of adult socks? Sock knitting utilizes a few different and unique steps that once learned, make a very satisfying & portable project.
In this class, we will cover each step of knitting a top down sock that is custom fit to your foot size. Students will learn: how to pick up stitches, turn a heel, shape for the instep, size the foot and graft a toe.
We will be using the Rye Sock Pattern from Tin Can Knits which can be knit in either: Worsted or DK weight yarn for this class depending on your comfort & experience.
We have been given permission to use this free pattern for this class by the designer. Please visit their website and check out their other designs!
Prerequisites: Experienced Beginner to Intermediate knitting skills required; students should be comfortable with magic loop or knitting on double pointed needles before taking this class.
Materials Needed:
You can knit your socks in either Worsted or DK. You will also need two sets of needles: smaller needles for the cuff ribbing and larger needles for the rest. For socks you can use either a tiny circular needle, double pointed needles (DPNs) or a long circular and the magic loop method. Lighter colours are recommended for this class in order to see stitches clearly.
- Worsted Weight yarn such as Cascade Anthem or Cascade 220 (for thicker weight socks that knit up quicker on regular needles, best option for first time sock knitters)
Adult S, M, L (220, 280, 340) yards Worsted / Aran weight yarn
US #3 / 3.25mm dpns (or circular for magic loop) and
US #5 / 3.75mm dpns (or circular for magic loop)
- DK Weight such as Bramble Ridge DK or Estelle Double Knit (for medium weight socks & needles that aren’t quite so tiny, for knitters afraid of fine sock yarn & tiny needles)
Adult S, M, L (260, 320, 420) yards DK weight yarn
US #2 / 2.75mm DPNs (or circular for magic loop) and
US #3 / 3.25mm DPNs (or circular for magic loop)
- Stitch Markers – close to your needle size
- Tape Measure
- Darning Needle
- Pattern Rye by Tin Can Knits available for free on Ravelry. Please have downloaded and printed before the start of first class based on yarn choice.
Materials can be purchased at Baaad Anna’s Yarn Store.
DATES: Mondays, November 3, 10 and 17th from 6:00-8:00 pm.
COST: $95 (+tax) Materials not included
Minimum 3 participants and maximum 6
INSTRUCTOR: Jackie Blackmore
Jackie is an avid knitter, fibre artist & teacher. She appreciates how knitting keeps your brain sharp while still being so meditative, restorative and creative. She loves teaching knitting to new students and sharing all the helpful tools, tips and tricks she’s learned over the years.
Photos courtesy of Tin Can Knits
To register, call 604-255-2577, or register online here to reserve your spot!
DATE: Sunday, February 22, 2026 from 1:00-4:00 pm.
Learn the basics of sock knitting in 3 hours while knitting a cuff down mini sock!
Broken down into easy-to-follow segments you will learn: the anatomy of a sock, how to turn a heal, shape a gusset, determine the right size/length for your sock and shape a toe.
Students with leave the workshop with all the skills they need & a pattern to knit a pair of adult socks.
Prerequisites: Student can Knit, Purl, Increase & Decrease and have some experience knitting in the round.
Materials Needed:
- 4.5 mm(US7)Double Pointed Needles (DPNs) OR 1 or 2 sets of 4.5mm (US7) circular needles 24”-32” for either magic loop or knitting on two circulars. Whichever is your preferred method for knitting small circumference in the round.
- 25 g Worsted weight yarn such as Cascade Anthem or Cascade 220 or yarn similar from your stash. We recommend choosing a lighter colour yarn for learning.
- Stitch Markers
Materials can be purchased at Baaad Anna’s Yarn Store.
DATE: Sunday, February 22, 2026 from 1:00-4:00 pm.
COST: $45(+tax) Materials not included
Minimum 3 participants and maximum 8
INSTRUCTOR: Jackie Blackmore
Jackie is an avid knitter, fibre artist & teacher. She appreciates how knitting keeps your brain sharp while still being so meditative, restorative and creative. She loves teaching knitting to new students and sharing all the helpful tools, tips and tricks she’s learned over the years.
Photo courtesy of Jackie Blackmore
To register, call 604-255-2577, or register online here to reserve your spot!
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