Beginner Hat – On the C Train Class

NOV DATES: Sundays November 8 and 22nd from 1:00-3:00pm.

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
  • 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
• 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.

NOV DATES: Sundays November 8 and 22nd from 1:00-3:00pm.

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!

 First Raglan Sweater Class

DATES: Sundays October 18 & 25th, November 8 & 22nd and December 6th from 10:00am – 12:00pm.

Ready to knit your first sweater?? The Flax Worsted by Tin Can Knits is a simple classic raglan sweater that comes with clear pattern tutorials and helpful app support.

Over 5 classes spaced out over 2 months, you will be guided through each step of constructing a top down knitted sweater. With sizes ranging from 0-6 months to adult 6XL, the choice is yours.

Techniques Learned: Collar & cuff ribbing; raglan yoke shaping; German short rows (optional); splitting for the sleeves & body, finishing & blocking.

Prerequisites:

Novice knitting skills; Student need to be able to confidently cast on, knit, purl & cast off as well as have experience with knitting small circumference in the round.

Materials Needed:

• Pattern: Flax Worsted by Tin Can Knits available for free on Ravelry or TCK Website.
• Yarn: Worsted/Aran weight yarn such as Cascade 220, Cascade Eco+ or Cascade Anthem in the amount needed for your chosen size.
• Needles: a set of each of the following (or size to obtain gauge)for the adult XS to XL.
  • 16”, 32” circulars, and DPNs* in each size:
    • 4mm (US 6)
    • 5mm (US 8)
  • *Magic loop technique with a single 32″ circular needle can be used in place of DPNs if familiar with the technique.
    
• Stitch markers 
• Measuring tape
• Scissors
• Darning needle
• Pen

Materials can be purchased at Baaad Anna’s Yarn Store.

DATES: Sundays October 18 & 25th, November 8 & 22nd and December 6th from 10:00am – 12:00pm.

COST: $135.00 (+tax) Materials not included

Minimum 3 participants and maximum 6

Refunds or Credit for future classes will only be provided if we are notified either by phone, email or in person at least 72 hours in advance of the class or workshop.

We request you do not attend the class if you are feeling unwell, please note, partial class refund is not available, and the 72 hour cancellation policy applies.

Please check your spam or junk mail folder to make sure you don’t miss any of our emails.

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 Tin Can Knits

To register, call 604-255-2577, or register online here to reserve your spot!

 Knit and Crochet Clinic

DATES:

Wednesday October 21 from 4:00-5:00pm* ~or~

Monday October 26th from 4:00-5:00pm* ~or~

Sunday November 15th from 2:00-3:00pm* ~or~

Sunday December 6th from 1:00-2:00pm*.

Do you need some help with your knitting or crochet project? Are you stuck and no longer able to move forward? Join us at Baaad Anna’s for a Knit and Crochet Clinic!

Whether it’s fixing a dropped stitch or troubleshooting a tech issue, we will help guide you back on track and on your way with your current project!

Bring your project, pattern and tools with you.

This is a group class with a maximum of 4 attendees and the time will be shared amongst all the students.

Please note, this individual workshop is to help you on a project, and not for teaching specific stand alone techniques.

DATES:

Wednesday October 21 from 4:00-5:00pm* ~or~

Monday October 26th from 4:00-5:00pm* ~or~

Sunday November 15th from 2:00-3:00pm* ~or~

Sunday December 6th from 1:00-2:00pm*.

*Please note that if there are 3 or more participants an extra 30 minutes will be added onto the end of the session. 

COST: $35 (+tax) Materials not included

Minimum 1 participants and maximum 4

Refunds or Credit for future classes will only be provided if we are notified either by phone, email or in person at least 72 hours in advance of the class or workshop.

We request you do not attend the class if you are feeling unwell. Please note partial class refund is not available, and the 72 hour cancellation policy applies.

Please check your spam or junk mail folder to make sure you don’t miss any of our emails.

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.

To register, call 604-255-2577, or register online here to reserve your spot!