Knitting
2024 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
MAY DATES: Wednesdays May 1, 8, 15 and 22nd from 6:30-8:30pm ~or~
JUNE DATES: Wednesdays June 5, 15, 19 and 26th from 6:30-8:30 pm.
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.
MAY DATES: Wednesdays May 1, 8, 15 and 22nd from 6:30-8:30pm ~or~
JUNE DATES: Wednesdays June 5, 15, 19 and 26th from 6:30-8:30 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
MAY DATES: Tuesdays May 7 and 14th from 6:30 – 8:30 pm
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.
- 130 m (143y) of Worsted weight yarn (192 m/210y for a folded brim) such as Cascade Anthem 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 double. ∼OR∼
- 130 m (143y) of Aran weight yarn (192 m/210y for a folded brim) held single such as DROPS Big Merino or DROPS Air.
- 4.5 mm (US 7) 16” circular knitting needles (or DPNs)
- 5 mm (US 8) 16” circular knitting needles (or DPNs)
- 5 mm (US 8) DPNs needed for crown shaping
- Locking Stitch markers, darning needle & scissors
Materials can be purchased at Baaad Anna’s Yarn Store.
MAY DATES: Tuesdays May 7 and 14th from 6:30 – 8:30 pm
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
Beyond the Basics Knitting Class
DATES: Thursdays May 2, 9 and 16th from 6:30-8:30 pm.
Do you have a knitting project you want to start, but need some guidance to get it right? Are you struggling with a project on your needles and need some help to take the next steps? This class is for you!
No need to abandon a project when help is here!
Materials Needed: Bring a pattern and materials as your project requires. Please call or email If you need help choosing a pattern or yarn a few days in advance of your class. Our staff will be happy to help you.
*No intarsia projects for this session please.
Materials can be purchased at Baaad Anna’s Yarn Store.
DATES: Thursdays May 2, 9 and 16th from 6:30-8:30 pm.
COST: $75.00 (+tax)
Minimum 3 participants and max 8
INSTRUCTOR: Dana Dekoven
Dana has been a passionate spinner, dyer, knitter, and all-round fibre enthusiast for most of her life. She brings a welcoming approach and more than two decades’ experience teaching engagingly hands-on workshops and courses. When not experimenting with fibres, yarn and dyes, she teaches knitting to seniors.