Spring Classes & Workshops
1378 Bathurst St, Toronto Ontario M5R 3J1 info@knitomatic.com 416-653-7849
* unless otherwise stated, you must
pre-register for regular classes by paying the class fee beforehand.
Beginner Knitting • Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: absolute beginner
Monday Apr 28 & May 5, 6:30-8pm both nights
Tuesday May 27 & June 3, 6:30-8pm both nights
Monday June 23 & 30, 6:30-8pm both nights
Tuesday July 22 & 29, 6:30-8pm both nights
Monday August 18 & 25, 6:30-8pm both nights
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 the information that comes on a ball of yarn. 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
• $55 + tax (includes materials).
NEW Autumn Beret Workshop • Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: intermediate-beginner
Tuesday August 19 & 26, 6:30-8pm
To get a jump on the fall season, try this hat class on for size. Here you’ll learn all the usual hat basics—knitting in the round, knitting with double pointed needles, increasing and decreasing, navigating a hat pattern--plus how to shape the crown for a stylish tam, and how to make an I-cord knot (optional).
You must know how to cast-on, cast off, knit, purl and read a basic knitting pattern for this class.
· Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
· $75 + tax (includes materials)
Felted Ballet Slippers Workshop • Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: intermediate-beginner
(stay tuned for fall/winter schedule or contact us to book a private lesson)
Find out why felting is so addictive! Learn how to shape a slipper and how to wet-felt in one fell swoop! You'll follow a pattern, use circular needles, increase and decrease stitches, pick up stitches, and find out why I call my washing machine “the Felter”.
• Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks.
• You must know how to knit, purl, cast-on & cast off for this class; knowing how to use circular needles is an asset.
• $80 + tax (includes materials)
My First Toe Up Sock Workshop • Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: advanced-beginner
Monday July 21 & 28, 6:30-8pm both nights
Socks seem hard, but they don't have to be. While you make your sock, you'll follow a pattern, use double pointed needles, increase, decrease and pick up and wrap stitches. You’ll also shape a toe without complicated grafting and turn a professional looking heel without the usual math. It doesn’t get any easier!
• Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks.
• You must know how to knit, purl, cast-on & off for this class; experience with double pointed needles is an asset. *$80 + tax (includes materials)
Diamond Lace Scarf Workshop • Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: intermediate
Tuesday May 13 & 20, 6:30-8pm
Lace is pretty, impressive and simpler than you think! While you fashion this beautiful scarf, you’ll learn lace basics, how to follow a lace pattern and chart, and many useful tricks to bring to your next project.
• Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks.
• You must know how to cast-on, knit, purl and read a basic knitting pattern
• $55 + tax (includes materials)
NEW Simple Knitted Cardi-Shrug Workshop • Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: intermediate
Monday June 9 & 16, 6-8pm both nights
An excellent way to get your sweater feet wet! In this workshop you’ll make a simple neck-down shrug that you can customize to fit your desires. Along the way you’ll learn the basics of shaping a raglan sweater, knitting sleeves, how to read a pattern, and simple finishing techniques. With this under your belt, you’ll have the courage to tackle that big pullover you’ve been dying to make.
· Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
· $125 + tax (includes materials)
Knitted Toy Workshop • Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: beginner/intermediate
Tuesday Apr 29 & May 6, 6:30-8pm both nights
Make an adorable stuffed animal for your child or grandchild while learning the basics of shaping (increasing and decreasing) and the techniques of finishing (esp. top stitching). An excellent way to make two birds with one stone!
• You should know how to knit, purl, cast on and off.
• $55 + tax (includes materials)
Beginner Crochet • Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: absolute beginner!
Monday May12 & 19, 6:30-8pm
Tuesday June 10 & 17, 6:30-8pm
Monday July 7 & 14, 6:30-8pm
Tuesday August 5 & 12, 6:30-8pm
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 follow a crochet pattern and read the information on a ball of yarn. You should be able to make a scarf after this class and if we have time (depending on student progress) a granny square or a crocheted flower.
• Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks.
• $50 + tax (includes materials).
NEW Crocheted Sun Hat Workshop • Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: beginner
Monday May 26 & June 2, 6:30pm-8pm
A great way to practice your beginner skills and acquire a few new ones. This workshop will teach you how to read a pattern, crochet in the round, increase & decrease, shape a dome and a brim, plus a few tricks of the trade to make sure this hat won’t blow off at the beach.
· Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
· $55 + tax (includes materials)
NEW Crocheted Sunrise Shrug Workshop • Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: beginner/intermediate
Tuesday June 24, July 8, &July 15 6:30-8pm
If you’ve been looking to step it up a notch, then this is the class for you! Improve your crochet skills while you make this beautiful accessory, perfect for spring and cool summer nights. This workshop will instruct you on how to crochet in the round (a semi-circle in this case), how to shape raglan sleeves, how to mix up your stitches creatively, and how to custom fit with just the right increasing and decreasing.
· Class consists of 3 sessions
· $ 100 + tax (materials included)
NEW Crocheted Cutie Booties and Baby Hat Workshop • Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: beginner/intermediate
Monday August 4 &11, 6:30-8pm
With that adorable little someone in mind, this class will show you how to make a matching set of baby booties and hat for a newborn. You will add to your skill set by working in the round, shaping a dome, and turning a pint-size heel. And so cute you may not want to wait for the baby to make them.
· Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
· $65 + tax (materials included)
Private Classes
Monday to Friday, 12pm to 4pm,
By appointment only
Class cost is $10/hour + materials + tax
Skill Levels
Absolute Beginner: Never done it before or you can’t remember for the life of you how to do it! You don’t know how to do anything and need someone to hold your hand.
Beginner: Just starting out, you’ve taken an intro class but you’re still making squares & scarves and it’s time to move on. Knitting: You already know how to cast on, cast off, knit and maybe purl. Crochet: you already know how to chain, single crochet, double crochet, maybe triple crochet.
Intermediate-Beginner: You’re getting into this thing and want to learn more skills. Knitting: you know how to decrease, read a simple pattern, maybe increase. Crochet: you know how to follow a simple pattern, maybe crochet in the round.
Advanced-Beginner: You’re in the groove, you’re becoming more independent and are ready to try some of the things that look hard. Knitting: you already know how to increase, follow basic patterns, consult a reference book or website. Crochet: you already know how to decrease, work in the round, follow basic patterns, consult a reference book or website.