Let's get making!

Oct 10, 17, 24, 31

Thursdays 6:30-8:30pm

4 Sessions, 2 hrs ea

Each student will learn how to select yarns and calculate the warp for any project.  Using a rigid heddle, they will wind the warp, dress the loom and complete a multi textured scarf.   Materials for the first project will be provided.  There will be homework.   Based on the knowledge gained,  a second project may be created with purchasing supplies. After this class you will have a greater appreciation for fibre and the art of weaving.

Looms available for rent additional $20.

Oct 16 & Nov 20

Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm

2 Sessions, 2 hrs ea

*You must know the basics of knitting; cast on, knit, purl, cast off.

If you've ever worn handmade, hand knit socks you are lucky!  If you haven't, now is the time to learn to make your own!   In this class you will learn to knit 2 socks on a circular needle.  There is homework.

*All supplies will need to be purchased prior to class or bring your own supplies; 3mm-3.75mm circular needle with 32"-40" cord and 2 balls of sock/fingering weight.

Oct 26 & Nov 2

Saturdays 11-4pm

2 Sessions, 5 hours each

This class is to make a tuffet stool from start to finish.   Participants will need to be seasoned sewers and there will be homework before the second class.    Class fee includes tuffet supplies, pattern and instruction.  Fabric/Jelly roll NOT included.

*You will be required to bring your sewing machine and all necessary sewing tools.

Oct 23

Wednesday 6:30-8:30pm

1 Session 2 hours

Ages 12+

In this class you will learn enough to get started on free motion quilting with your home machine.  What some of the  tools to use are, some tips and a little bit of practice on some scraps.  

*Please bring your sewing machine, all feet, neutral thread and bobbin.

Nov 6 & 13

Wednesdays 6-8pm

2 Sessions, 2 hours each

Ages 12+

Drop Spindling is simply put, spinning yarn on a stick with a weight on it.  It is considered a primitive form of spinning thus inexpensive and very portable. Participants will learn a bit about fibre characteristics, cleaning raw fleece, carding but most of all " Spinning - the art of making a continuous yarn " and turning that single ply yarn into a 2 ply yarn.  Participants will get to a point where they go home, confident they will be able to continue on their own.  All supplies included.

Oct 9 & 30

Wednesdays 6:30-8pm

2 sessions, 1.5 hours each

Age 9+

Brand new to crochet? Want to learn to make those ever so popular dishcloths!  Learn the basics starting with tools, basic crochet terminology. You will learn the single crochet stitch, double crochet stitch, scalloped edge. All materials for learning will be provided.  New hooks and yarn are available for purchase in the studio.  This session is designed to learn at your own pace and move forward as your ability develops.

Oct 21, 28 & Nov 4 & 12

Mondays, 1 Tuesday

4 sessions, 1.5 hours each

Age 15+

Brand new to knitting? Or have you knit before but it’s been awhile and you’ve often thought about getting back into it? Learn the basics starting with needles, yarn, and basic techniques of casting on, knitting, purling, etc. All materials for learning will be provided.  You will have 2 completed projects.  This session of classes is designed to learn at your own pace and move forward as your ability develops.

Nov 27

Wednesday 6-9pm

1 Session, 3 hours

In this class you will learn how to draw, carve and create a block for printing your very own design on a fabric tea towel. All ages and experience levels welcome.

Nov 9

Saturday 2-4pm

1 Session, 2 hours

Have a sewing machine that's never been out of the box??!! Bring it in and we will teach you the ins and outs of putting it to good use.  You will leave here wanting to sew all the things. 

Oct 12

Saturday 11-4pm

1 session, 5 hours

Learn to make this beautiful tote bag.   Class fee includes pattern and tote bag kit.  Sewing level must be a confident beginner; some sewing experience and know the ins and outs of your machine.   **Must pick out lining fabric at the shop, no later than Oct 11, prior to class. 

*Please bring your sewing machine, all feet, neutral thread and bobbin. 

Dec 4

Wednesday 6:30-8:30pm

1 Session, 2 hours

Learn how to make these cute lined zip pouches.  Great for carrying all your treasures or gift giving too!  Sewing level must be a confident beginner; some sewing experience and know the ins and outs of your machine. All supplies included.

*Please bring your sewing machine, all feet, neutral thread and bobbin.

Nov 14 & 21

Thursdays 6:30-8:30pm

2 Sessions, 2 hrs ea

This is a continuation to the Intro to Weaving Part1.  This workshop the participant will be weaving a colour gamp, winding a warp of colour stripes using cotton with the colours provided & warp their loom. The hem stitch will also be introduced. The resulting cloth will be a colour study, as well as a table centre piece/wall hanging. Materials included are suitable for a rigid heddle or 4 shaft loom. 

Looms available for rent additional $20. 

Oct 25, Nov 1, 8 & 15

Fridays 3:30-5pm

4 Sessions, 1.5 hours each WITH SNACK

Age 9+

Kids can knit really well!  In this series everyone will learn to cast, garter stitch, some stocking stitch and cast off.  2 projects will be completed. The learning piece will be a facecloth.  The second project will be a pair of woolly finger-less gloves.

Yarn, needles and after school snack provided.

Nov 29

Friday 6-9pm

1 Session, 3 hours

Ages 12+

All you yarn lovers will loooove this one. Hand paint your own yarn to use for a project.  2 Skeins; 1 worsted and 1 sport weight.  Get creative, use all the colours or just a little speckle.  The options are endless and each skein will be so beautiful and original.  You’ll have a whole new appreciation for hand dyed yarn!! 

Nov 16 & 23

Saturdays 1-4pm

2 Sessions 3 hours

Ages 12+

This is a sewing class that will teach you techniques for sewing a mini wall quilt.  Some of these techniques include; piecing, free motion machine quilting, binding.  All of these techniques can be applied to larger quilts.  Some knowledge of basic sewing will be required.  This fee covers all fabric supplies and pattern to make the pineapple. 

October 25

Friday

7-9pm

1 session, 2 hours

Ages 19+

A little Halloween fun!  Get creative while enjoying an adult beverage.  It's Wine and Card Making night.  Your fun, easy projects will be a Halloween treat box, Halloween card and a bundle of greeting cards.  All supplies included, no experience necessary.

Nov 19, 26 & Dec 3

Tuesdays 6:30-8pm

3 Sessions, 1.5 hours each

Ages 12+

Learn the timeless craft of traditional rug hooking with yarn.  This project is sure to be the beginning of many great projects to come.  Once hooked it makes a great wall hanging, chair cushion, table mat or pillow.   All supplies included. 

Please bring a photo or have an idea of something you would like your completed rug to resemble.  There are plenty of fantastic ideas on the world wide web "Rug Hooking Images".

Oct 27

Sunday 11-5pm

1 Session

A little generosity goes a long way.  Use your sewing skills and give back.  Trendtex Fabrics and My Two Hands is hosting a Charity Sew-In.  All supplies included in the donation of $40, just bring your sewing machine.

Lunch, snacks and sewing goody bag also provided.

*Want to partake but can't make it Sunday, stop by the shop and pick up your kit and whip this small quilt up at your own leisure. 

2 Session, 1.5 hours each

Ages 12+

This workshop is to learn the basics of sewing. Get to know the tools, some tricks, how to cut fabric, different terminology, the basic guidelines. Get to know the basic features and parts of your sewing machine. NO actual sewing is done. Please see Basic Sewing 102 for hands on sewing basics.

*Please bring your sewing machine for Session2, all parts and attachments, and 1 spool of neutral coloured thread. 

1 Session, 3 hours

Ages 12+

This  workshop is designed to teach you the basic features of your sewing  machine and actually sew.  You will go home with 2 small projects; a pillow case and a 5"x5" fabric box.  All supplies included.

*Please bring your sewing machine, all parts and attachments, and 1 spool of neutral coloured thread.

1 Session, 2.5 hours

Ages 12+

Learn the basics of foundation paper piecing.  Take your points and corners to another level.  Go home with your own little heart wall hanging.

 *Please bring your sewing machine, all parts and attachments, and 1 spool of neutral coloured thread.