November 2016
Colour woodcut: multi-block (4 week class)
Multi-block woodcut is a full colour printing method in which separate wood blocks are carved for each colour layer, allowing for a broader range of colour than the reductive method. In this four session class you will design and create an edition of six to ten woodblock prints using up to four separate colours. This is a fast paced class and we will get right into carving our blocks on the first day, so you should come prepared with an idea or a drawing for an 8×10 inch block.
This class runs Tuesday evenings for three weeks: November 1, 8, 15, and J22, from 6:30 to 9:30pm.
No printmaking experience is necessary.
Find out more »Lino block printing (2 week class)
In this class you’ll learn the basics of carving and printing a relief print from a linoleum block. You will design and carve your own block and learn how to print it by hand as well as on a press, and will leave the class with an edition of six completed prints. You will have the option to print your block in one colour, or to try selectively inking your block to make a two colour print in one press run.
This class runs Tuesday evenings for two weeks on Wednesday evenings, November 2 and 9, from 6:30 to 9:30pm.
No printmaking experience is required, and all materials, including paper, are provided.
Find out more »Knit night: November
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.
Find out more »Letterpress cards (2 week class)
In this hands-on introductory class you will learn the basics of setting type and designing your own unique cards using wood and metal type and letterpress ornaments.
This class runs for two weeks on Tuesday evenings, November 17 and 24, from 6:30 to 9:30.
All materials are provided, and you will create a set of ten cards of your own design.
Find out more »Trace monotypes
Trace monotype is a direct transfer method of printmaking that creates a one-of-a-kind printed image entirely by hand. It uses minimal space and tools and can be done at your kitchen table, yet produces a complex layering of rich, atmospheric marks. It can be combined with other methods of printmaking to add a unique hand drawn quality to your editions. Even if you don’t feel that drawing is your strong point, you can create beautiful trace monotypes.
Find out more »Bookbinding: hard cover stab binding (2 week class)
Stab binding is one of the simplest and earliest forms of bookbinding, using single sheets in which holes are stabbed or drilled and sewn on the outside using a variety of traditional stitch patterns.
In this class you will learn how to make a hard cover with a hinge, and create the decorative binding.
This class will run for two weeks on Monday evenings, November 21 and 28, from 7 to 9pm.
Find out more »Block printed holiday wrapping
Make your own one-of-a-kind gift wrap in this fun class! Students will use a variety of hand carved wood and linoleum blocks as well as letterpress type to create richly layered holiday wrap. We’ll be using oil based printing inks on kraft paper sheets, and you will go home with 4 sheets of beautifully printed 25x38" paper.
Find out more »December 2016
Knit night: December
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.
Find out more »Screenprinted tea towels (2 week class)
In this class you will learn the basics of how to create a silkscreen for printing your own tea towels. The first week will focus on creating your design, and you will learn how to make silk screen positives. In the second week you will expose a screen and print your towels with your own one-colour design.
This class runs for two weeks on Monday evenings, December 5 and 12, from 7-9:30pm.
Find out more »Letterpress greeting cards
In this hands-on introductory class you will learn the basics of setting type and designing your own unique cards using wood and metal type and letterpress ornaments.
This class runs for two weeks on Wednesday evenings, December 7 & 14, from 6:30 to 9:30.
All materials are provided (including envelopes for your cards!), and you will create a set of ten cards of your own design in your choice of paper colour.
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