March 2015
Beginner Knitting
Whether you’ve never knit before or just need a refresher, this class will give you all the basics to get you started. We will cover the knit stitch, casting on, binding off, as well as some simple increases and decreases. With these tools, you’ll be ready to take on the world of knitting!
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May 2015
Intermediate Knitting Project: Socks! (3 weeks)
In this class, designed for the beginning-to-intermediate knitter, you will learn all of the techniques you'll need to knit yourself a comfortable and well-fitted pair of socks. Students should be familiar with the knit and purl stitches and some basic decreases, and we'll show you the rest. Some experience working at small gauges is an asset, but not necessary. This class runs for three weeks on Thursday nights, May 14, 21, and 28, from 7:30 to 9:30pm. You will receive…
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July 2015
MEND series #3: sew a button
Our MEND series focuses on basic hand sewing skills for repairing and improving your clothing and textiles. We will cover a different technique each week to help you give new life to your beloved, damaged items, ranging from simple repairs to decorative flourishes.
In this third instalment of MEND, you will learn one of life's most useful skills: sewing on a button. We will cover how to create a thread shank for any flat button, customized to suit the thickness of the fabric you're sewing it onto. You'll also learn some tips and tricks for preventing your buttons from falling off again!
No sewing experience is necessary.
Find out more »August 2015
Knit Night: August
Our casual monthly gathering for knitting and fibre arts. Show off projects, get help, or just drink tea and chat while knitting! All are welcome.
Please note that due to Levigator Press being on vacation the first week of August, this month's Knit Night will take place on the second Thursday instead of the usual first Thursday.
Find out more »Block printing on fabric
In this class, students will create richly coloured prints on fabric using linoleum, woodblocks, rollers, and letterpress blocks. We will cover some of the challenges of printing on fabric versus paper, and use pre-cut blocks and other print matrices to experiment with printing our fabrics both by hand and in a printing press. You will go home with a beautifully printed half-metre piece of fabric to enjoy as is or to use in future projects.
Find out more »September 2015
Knit Night: September
Our casual monthly gathering for knitting and fibre arts. Show off projects, get help, or just drink tea and chat while knitting! All are welcome. Tea and snacks will be provided.
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