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 Aug 18 & 25, 6:30-8pm
Tuesday Sept 9 & 16, 6:30-8pm
Monday Sept 22 & 29, 6:30-8pm
Monday Oct 27 & Nov 3, 6:30-8pm
Tuesday Nov 18 & 25, 6:30-8pm
Monday Dec 8 & 15, 6:30-8pm
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 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 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)
NEW Autumn Beret Workshop • Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: intermediate-beginner
Tuesday August 26 & Sept 2, 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)
My First Toe-Up Sock Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: advanced-beginner
Tuesday Nov 4 & 11, 6:00-8pm
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! You must know how to knit, purl, cast-on & off for this class.
· Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
· $80 + tax (includes materials)
NEW Easy Baby Cardi Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: intermediate
Monday Sept 8 & 15, 6:00-8pm
Whether you need baby steps to get you over the sweater hump or you need to outfit your favourite munchkin, this is the class for you. Learn how to read a sweater pattern, how to shape arms, necks and sleeves, how to add a basic button band, and how to put it all together in the end.
You must know how to cast-on, and how to knit and purl.
· Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
· $85 + tax (includes materials)
NEW Cabled Gauntlets Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: intermediate-beginner
Tuesday Sept 23 & 30, 6:30-8pm
Not quite ready for gloves or mittens? Try these beautiful wristlets. This class will teach you basic cabling techniques, how to use double pointed needles (without all the fuss), how to increase and decrease, and how to read a basic cable pattern. You must know how to knit, purl, cast-on & cast off for this class; knowing how to use circular needles is an asset.
· Class consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks
· $65 + tax (includes materials)
NEW Top-Down Cardigan Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: intermediate
Monday Oct 6 & 20, 6-8pm both nights
NB: Thanksgiving week gives you plenty of time to get your homework done before the 2nd class
An excellent way to get your sweater feet wet! In this workshop you’ll make a simple neck-down sweater that you can customize to suit 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 Hat Workshop Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: beginner (after scarves)
Tuesday Oct 7 & 14, 6:30-8pm
Monday Nov 24 & Dec 1, 6:30-8pm
The next step after making scarves is making hats! Hats are fast, easy, are very, very satisfying! We'll teach you how to knit in the round (on those funny looking Siamese twin needles), knit on double pointed needles (the ones that look like little chop sticks), decrease stitches and read a pattern. Knowing how to cast on and knit is the only requisite.
· Consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks.
· $65 + tax (includes materials)
Knit Mitten Workshop Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: beginner (after hats)
Monday Nov 10 & 17, 6:30-8pm
The next step after making hats is making mitts! Mitts are a lot like hats: fast, easy, satisfying, inexpensive, and they make great gifts! We'll teach you how to knit in the round, on double pointed needles, (the ones that look like little chop sticks), decrease stitches, increase stitches, pick-up stitches and read a pattern. Knowing how to cast on and knit is the only requisite.
· Consists of 2 sessions over 2 weeks.
· $55 + tax (includes materials)
· receive an $11 discount if you take the hat class
NEW Knitted Gloves Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: advanced beginner
Tuesday Dec 2 & 9, 6:00-8pm
Feel like making glove? If you’re ready for the challenge, this is a very satisfying experience. Learn how to manipulate double pointed needles like a pro as you turn wrists, fingers and thumbs. When you’re done, you may just need a cigarette.
· 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)
Beginner Crochet Liane Schwarz
Skill Level: absolute beginner!
Tuesday August 12 & 19, 6:30-8pm
Tuesday Oct 21 & 28, 6:30-8pm
Tuesday Dec 16 & Wednesday Dec 17 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.
· $55 + tax (includes materials).
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.