Weaving
2026 Weaving Classes
*Refunds or credit are only offered up to 72 hours prior to the start of class or workshop. *Full list of policies here.
Introduction to Loom Weaving
FALL 2026
Sept Dates: Saturday, September 19 & 26th from 9:30-12:30 pm ~or~
Oct Dates: Saturday, October 17 & 24th from 9:30-12:30 pm ~or~
Nov Dates: Saturday, November 31 & 28th from 9:30-12:30 pm ~or~
WINTER/SPRING 2027
Feb/Mar Dates: Saturday, February 27 & March 6th from 9:30-12:30 pm ~or~
April Dates: Saturday, April 17 & 24th from 9:30-12:30 pm ~or~
May Dates: Saturday May 22 & 29th from 9:30-12:30 pm.
This is a two day beginner weaving class using an Ashford Knitters Loom, and includes equipment rental for a 2.5 week period. Participants will learn how to set up and use the equipment. All materials included
MATERIALS (INCLUDED):
- Participants will receive a 3-week rental of an Ashford Knitters Loom
- 2x 100 grams of Cascade 220 in two colours of your choice.
FALL 2026
Sept Dates: Saturday, September 19 & 26th from 9:30-12:30 pm ~or~
Oct Dates: Saturday, October 17 & 24th from 9:30-12:30 pm ~or~
Nov Dates: Saturday, November 31 & 28th from 9:30-12:30 pm ~or~
WINTER/SPRING 2027
Feb/Mar Dates: Saturday, February 27 & March 6th from 9:30-12:30 pm ~or~
April Dates: Saturday, April 17 & 24th from 9:30-12:30 pm ~or~
May Dates: Saturday May 22 & 29th from 9:30-12:30 pm.
COST: $160 (+tax) plus $80 deposit on the Knitters Loom.
Minimum 2 participants and max 4
INSTRUCTOR: Ruth Griffiths
Ruth started rigid heddle weaving in the mid-eighties, and then moved on to a floor loom. She recently rediscovered it with added enthusiasm due to the direct warping method. She also spins, knits, dyes, weaves on both rigid heddle and floor looms, and plays with cats.
To register visit us in store, call 604-255-2577, or register online here to reserve your spot!
Beginner Inkle Loom Weaving Workshop
DATES: Fall Dates TBD!!!
*There will be a small break during the evening, so you are welcome to bring a sandwich or snack.
Update: More advanced workshops coming soon. Stay tuned!
An Inkle loom is a portable small weaving loom perfect for making durable narrow straps, belts, bands, or ribbons. Think of key fobs, bag handles, dog leads and collars, and even shoelaces. You can also use them as ribbons or decorative trim in sewing.
In this 4-hour beginner workshop, you will be guided through all the steps and techniques needed to weave your own wrist strap for carrying your keys or even your phone. Inkle loom rental and all materials included.
Cheryl will introduce you to the Inkle loom, explain how to read a pattern draft and how to customize your yarn colours. Then you will learn the steps to warping your loom for plain weave and have it ready to start your weaving. She will also demonstrate how to end and finish your inkle band for this project.
After the workshop, a 1-week rental of the Inkle loom is included so that you can finish your very own custom wrist strap at home. Some machine or hand sewing will be required.
Materials (INCLUDED): Participants will receive a 1-week rental of an Ashford Inklette Loom and all the materials needed to make your own wrist strap with one hardware (not exactly as pictured).
DATES: Fall Dates TBD!!!
*There will be a small break during the evening, so you are welcome to bring a sandwich or snack.
COST: $85.00 (+tax)*
*plus $50 deposit and Rental Agreement with a credit card required for the Ashford Inklette Loom*
Minimum 3 and maximum 6 participants
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: Cheryl Kao
Cheryl began her weaving journey back in 2009 with a 4-shaft table loom. Soon after, an 8-shaft floor loom took over a corner of her living room. Now, a cute little blue Inklette loom has entered her life and she wants to share the fun. Join her in a series of Inkle loom weaving workshops, from beginner plain weave all the way to tablet, pickup, and beyond.
Photos courtesy of Cheryl Kao
To register visit us in store, call 604-255-2577, or register online here to reserve your spot!
Next Steps in Rigid Heddle Weaving Class
DATES: Saturday, January 22 & 30th 2027 from 9:30-12:30pm.
Looking for the next step in your Rigid Heddle weaving adventures? This class encourages exploration
of how to use simple techniques (Brooks Bouquet, Danish Medallions, pick up) and simple tools to create more complex looking patterns in your weaving.
Each participant will create a sample which can be used as a small table runner using cotton yarn.
Prerequisites:
For those who know how to warp a loom and weave a plain cloth.Suitable for those who have taking our Introduction to Loom Weaving class
MATERIALS (INCLUDED):
- Participants will receive a 3-week rental of an Ashford Knitters Loom
- 2x SUDZ 200g
MATERIALS NEEDED: (Not Included)
DATES: Saturday, January 22 & 30th 2027 from 9:30-12:30pm.
COST: $160 (+tax) plus $80 deposit and credit card left on file for the Ashford Knitters Loom.
Minimum 2 participants and max 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: Ruth Griffiths
Ruth started rigid heddle weaving in the mid-eighties, and then moved on to a floor loom. She recently rediscovered it with added enthusiasm due to the direct warping method. She also spins, knits, dyes, weaves on both rigid heddle and floor looms, and plays with cats.
Photos courtesy of Ruth Griffiths
To register visit us in store, call 604-255-2577, or register online here to reserve your spot!