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Knit-O-Matic Knitting & Crochet Classes
Feb 2012 - Sept 2012
 
1378 Bathurst St, Toronto ON, 416-653-7849
www.knitomatic.com   e-mail us
 
Unless otherwise stated, you must pre-register for regular classes by paying the class fee beforehand.
 
 
At Knit-o-Matic we offer a variety of classes, in knitting, crochet, and needle felting. We teach all skill levels, from absolute beginner to experienced, and everything in between. We also teach all ages, including kids
 
private classes
We can teach you anything you want to learn and help you with your projects! Private lessons are by appointment only (please call us ahead of time to make an appointment), Monday to Friday 11:30am to 4:30pm, $13.50/hour per person + materials and applicable taxes.

 

kids classes
We teach kids, but for a variety of reasons we don't schedule children's exclusive classes. Instead, we like to schedule kids for private lessons. You can pick the time that's just right for your schedule, and the kids get the hands-on attention they need. Kids are usually ready to learn knitting around the time they're 8 years old, or around grade 3. Children who attend Waldorf schools are usually ready around grade 2, due to the Waldorf curriculum's focus on handwork. Kids who are a bit too young to knit and/or crochet don't have to be left out, they often enjoy needle felting, and we can teach them that too.  We teach kids on their own, with their parents, or with a friend or two. To schedule a lesson call us at 416-653-7849, or e-mail us.
 
 
skill levels
beginner
acquiring foundation skills, learning how to cast on, cast off, knit, purl, knit in the round, read a pattern, weave in ends.
 
moderate beginner
have the basic foundation skills and want to diversify your projects.
 
adept beginner
have the basic skills, but need help learning slightly trickier techniques and more complicated projects.
 
intermediate
have confidence in skills, time to get technical!
 
 
beginner classes
 
introduction to knitting
Skill level: absolute beginner. Instructor: Liane Schwarz
Monday Feb 27 & Mar 5, 6:00-8pm
Tuesday May 8 & 15, 6:00-8pm
Monday July 16 & 23, 6:00-8pm
Tuesday Sept 4 & 11, 6:00-8pm
 
You'll learn all the basics: how to knit, purl, put stitches on your needle (cast on), finish up (cast off), change yarn in the middle of your project, weave in your ends, and how to read a ball band as well as a basic pattern. You should be able to make a scarf in this class (but you have to do your homework, so get ready to spend a few hours of down time working on your assignment in front of the TV).
  • Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
  • $40 (+ tax and materials)
 
knitted hat workshop
Skill level: beginner (after scarves). Instructor: Liane Schwarz
Tuesday Mar 27 & Apr 3, 6:30-8pm
Monday Sept 17 & 24, 6:30-8pm
 
The next step after making scarves is making hats! Hats are fast, easy, and very, very satisfying! With a choice of three great basic styles, we'll teach you how to knit in the round, how to knit on double pointed needles (the ones that look like little chopsticks), how to decrease stitches and how to read a pattern. Knowing how to cast on and knit is the only requisite.
  • Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
  • $85 + tax (includes materials)
 
knit mitten workshop
Skill level: beginner (after hats). Instructor: Liane Schwarz
Monday Mar 12 & 19, 6:30-8pm
 
The next step after making hats is making mitts! And like hats, mittens are extremely quick and satisfying, and make great, inexpensive gifts! We'll teach you how to knit in the round on double pointed needles, how to decrease and increase stitches, how to pick-up stitches and how to read a pattern. Knowing how to cast on and knit is the only requisite.
  • Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks.
  • $75 + tax (includes materials)
  • Receive a $10 discount if you take the hat class
 
moderate beginner classes
 
entrelac for beginners
Skill level: moderate beginner. Instructor: Liane
Tuesday Feb 7 & 21, 6-8pm
 
With a choice between a long, sumptuous cowl and a beautiful decorator pillow-case, this class will equip you with all you need to know for any future entrelac projects. Not only will you learn how to orchestrate all of the necessary tiers, but also how to see long colour-way yarn in a totally different light!
  • Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
  • $95 + tax (includes materials)

new! cabled headbands
Skill level: moderate-beginner, Instructor Liane Schwarz
Tuesday March 13 & 20, 6-8pm
 
This workshop offers a choice between two projects: a beautiful, chunky cabled headband (ideal for cable novices) and a lighter weight headband with more detailed cables (for those who like a challenge).With both, you will learn the necessary basics of cabling--how to manipulate a cable needle or hook, how to get the slant right, travelling twists and how to read cable patterns and charts.
  • Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
  • $85 + tax (includes materials)

slip-stitch colourwork hat
Skill level: moderate-beginner, Instructor Liane Schwarz
Monday Mar 26 & Apr 2, 6-8pm
 
Don’t shy away from colour work any longer! With this basic introduction to slip-stitch patterning, you will learn to how to make a hat of many colours in 2 easy lessons. Knowing how to knit in the round and how to use double pointed needles is an asset.
  • 2 sessions over 2 weeks
  • $90 + tax (materials included)
lacey spring cowl
Skill level: moderate-beginner, Instructor Liane Schwarz
Monday Apr 9 & 16, 6-8pm
 
Get ready for spring by learning how to make lace! In this class you will have a choice between two lace patterns that will teach you all the basics you need to know about making holes on purpose--yarn overs, slanted decreases, reading lace charts and blocking your cowl so it's ready to let the warm weather in.
  • Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
  • $90 + tax (includes materials)

new! easy baby hoodie
Skill level: moderate-beginner, Instructor Liane Schwarz
Tuesday Apr 24, May 1 & 7, 6-8pm
 
Whether you need baby steps to get you over the sweater hump or you need a present for your favourite munchkin, this is the class for you! While making this adorable hooded tunic, you will learn how to read a pattern, how to shape raglan sleeves, how to pick up stitches, how to maneuver a 3-needle bind-off and how to finish it all off.
  • 3 sessions over 3 weeks
  • $120 + tax (includes materials)

new! summer swing cardigan
Skill level: moderate-beginner, Instructor Liane Schwarz
Monday May 14, 21, & 28 6-8pm
 
A perfect addition to your wardrobe and your knitting repertoire, this textured, light-weight sweater will teach you how to construct a tapered yoke/arm piece and a flared bodice. Along the way, you will learn how to use increasing and decreasing for shaping, how to pick up stitches on the edge of your fabric, and how to sew seams like a professional.
  • Consists of 3 sessions over 3 weeks
  • $175 +tax (includes materials)
     
new! stained glass shawlette
Skill level: moderate-beginner, Instructor Liane Schwarz
Tuesday May 22 & 29, 6-8pm
 
A fun way to work with colour, this elegant shawlette will not only teach you how to wrap and turn short rows with ease, but also how to shape a hyperbolic plane.
  • Consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
  • $110 +tax (includes materials)

new! knitted lace bookmark
Skill Level: moderate-beginner. Instructor Liane Schwarz
Monday Jun 18 &25, 6:30-8pm
 
Who said you can't bring knitting to the beach! In this beginner workshop, we will teach you all the basic lace skills you will need to tackle that shawl project you've been eyeing--how to follow a lace pattern, how to manipulate yarns overs together with right and left-slanting decreases, and how not to lose your mind if you happen to drop a stitch.
  • 2 sessions over 2 weeks
  • $65 + tax (includes materials)

new! knitted baby bear
Skill Level: moderate-beginner, Instructor Liane Schwarz
Tuesday June 19 & 26, 6-8 pm
 
While making this adorable stuffie, you will learn how to work in the round, how to work on double pointed needles, how to pick up stitches, and how to use short-rows and duplicate stitches for shaping. What more can you ask for--fun and technique all rolled into one rolly-polly bear!
  • 2 sessions over 2 weeks
  • $95 +tax (includes materials)

new! mary-jane slippers
Skill level: moderate-beginner, Instructor Liane Schwarz
Monday July 2 & 9, 6-8pm
 
Keep your feet cozy with these great ballet-style slippers. With a choice between felted or non-felted versions, you will learn how to shape a sole, how to pick up stitches, work in the round, create a shaped instep, and make a decorative I-cord strap.
  • 2 sessions over 2 weeks
  • $85 + tax (includes materials)

falling leaves shawlette
Skill: moderate-beginner. Instructor Liane Schwarz
Tuesday July 17 & 24, 6-8pm
 
While you work on the beautiful leaf-lace pattern of this shawlette (which can also double as a great scarf) you will learn the basic principles of lace (yarn overs, fancy increases and decreases) and how to twist a basic cable (after all, the leaves needed a few stems).
  • Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
  • $100 +tax (materials included)
 
new! knitted animal hats
Skill Level: moderate-beginner. Instructor Liane Schwarz
Monday Aug 27 & Sept 10, 6-8pm
 
Animal hats aren't just for children anymore! In this workshop, we will make a great ear-flapped hat with one of three animal faces on it--a sock monkey, a bear or a bunny. And whether you make this for your toddler or yourself, you will have fun learning how to work in the round, how to pick up stitches and how to make creative embellishments.
  • 2 session over 2 weeks
  • $90 +tax (includes materials)
 
 
adept beginner classes
 
my first sock
Skill level: adept beginner. Instructor: Liane Schwarz
Tuesday Feb 28 & Mar 6, 6-8pm
Tuesday July 31 & Aug 7, 6-8pm
 
In this workshop you will make a beginner-friendly toe-up sock that will have you following a pattern, using double pointed needles, and learning how to work short rows with wrap stitches. And when you behold the beauty of your mitered toes and heels, you’ll see just how truly satisfying a pair of hand-made socks can be! You MUST know how to knit and purl, cast on and off.
  • Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
  • $85 + tax (includes materials)
 
new! entrelac hats
Skill: adept-beginner. Instructor: Liane Schwarz
Monday Apr 23 & 30, 6-8pm
With a choice between a fitted toque and a roomy slouch, this class will satisfy all your curiosities about entrelac, from how to orchestrate all of the necessary tiers to working this technique in the round and decreasing without losing the integrity of the beautiful woven pattern.
  • Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
  • $90 + tax (includes materials)
 
new! baby surprise jacket
Skill: adept-beginner. Instructor Liane Schwarz
Monday July 30 and Aug 6, 6-8pm
 
This cleverly designed cardigan will teach you just how truly useful mitering can be. In fact, you won't know what you're making until all the increasing and decreasing is done--hence the surprise. A beautiful Noro yarn will be used to make the most of this unique construction. Basic finishing techniques involved.
  • 2 sessions over 2 weeks
  • $100 + tax (includes materials)
 
intermediate classes
 
new! fair isle hats
Skill Level: Intermediate. Instructor Liane Schwarz
Tuesday Sep 18 & 25, 6-8pm
 
Learn the basics of fair isle colour work with these great hat projects! Here we will use three colours, work a variety of charts in the round, and learn how to strand a pucker-free fabric—all while making a beautiful accessory for yourself or that special someone.
Knowing how to knit in the round is an asset.
  • 2 sessions over 2 weeks
  • $95 + tax (includes materials)
 

crochet classes
 
introduction to crochet
Skill level: absolute beginner! Instructor: Liane
Monday Feb 13 & 20, 6-8pm
Tuesday Apr 10 & 17, 6-8pm
Tuesday June 5 & 12, 6-8pm
Monday Aug 13 & 20, 6-8pm
 
Crochet is fast, easy and becoming very popular. You'll learn all the basics: how to make a chain, the foundation stitches (single crochet, double crochet, treble crochet, slip stitch), how to crochet in the round, how to read a ball band and a basic crochet pattern. You should be able to make a scarf after this class and, if time and inclination are there, a granny square or a crocheted flower.
  • Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
  • $40 (+ tax and materials)
 
new! lacey crocheted shrug
Skill: Intermediate-beginner. Instructor Liane Schwarz
Monday June 4 & 11, 6-8pm
 
This great shrug will keep cool summer nighs at bay. In this workshop you will learn how to make crocheted lace, how to follow a crochet pattern and schematic, and how to shape a simple shrug that's a perfect topper for a summer dress or long T.
  • 2 sessions over 2 weeks
  • $105 + tax (materials included)
 
new! tunisian crocheted capelet
Skill : intermediate-beginner, Instructor Liane Schwarz
Monday Aug 14, 21, & 28 6:30-8pm
This sumptuous textured capelet will show you just how wonderful and satisfying Tunisian Crochet can be. In this workshop you will learn the basic Tunisian crochet stitch, how to shape through increasing, and how to work with 2 different yarns in alternation. The only pre-requisites are basic crochet skills.
  • 3 sessions over 3 weeks
  • $160 + tax (materials included)
 
needle felting classes
 
new! needle felted sock monkey
Skill Level: Beginner. Instructor Liane Schwarz
Tuesday Jul 3 &10, 6:30-8pm
 
Great for the whole family! Needle felting is one of the most fun and easy ways to be creative. We will teach you how to work with basic needle felting tools and how to form wool roving into something sculptural--whether you choose a sock monkey or one of your own favourite creatures.
  • 2 sessions over 2 week
  • $70 +tax (includes materials)
     
     

 

 

 

Knit-O-Matic   1378 Bathurst St, Toronto On M5R 3J1   (416) 653-7849   E-mail Us 

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