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
NOV DATES: Tuesdays November 5, 12, 19 and 26th from 6:00-8:00 pm ~or~
NOV/DEC DATES: Wednesdays November 13, 20, 27th and December 4th 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.
NOV DATES: Tuesdays November 5, 12, 19 and 26th from 6:00-8:00 pm ~or~
NOV/DEC DATES: Wednesdays November 13, 20, 27th and December 4th 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
Top Down Adult Sock Class
DATES: Mondays, November 18th and December 2 and 9th 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, DK, or Sock weight yarn 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.
DATES: Mondays, November 18th and December 2 and 9th 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!
Beyond the Basics Knitting Class
DATES: Thursdays November 14, 21 and 28th 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 November 14, 21 and 28th 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.
DATES: Tuesdays, Dec 3 and 10th from 6:00-8:00 pm.
Have you knit a basic hat already and feel ready to up your skills and try some colourwork?
Learn how to read a chart & practice stranded colourwork with 3 colours while knitting the Clayoquot Hat by Tin Can Knits. A fun quick knit project which makes a fantastic gift!
“Clayoquot Sound is home to many beasts of feather, fur and fin. Orca whales hunt salmon in the rich and bountiful waters, and put on a show for the tourists. Black bears shamble along the beaches and bald eagles soar overhead, keen eyes searching for their next meal”
–Tin Can Knits
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: Experience with knitting, purling, decreasing stitches; and knitting in the round. This should not be your first hat. The On the C train is a great first hat class to take before this class.
DEC DATES: Tuesdays, Dec 3 and 10th from 6:00-8:00 pm.
COST: $60 (+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, orregister online hereto reserve your spot!