Schedule of classes and activities Spring 2008

Tuesday, April 8th to Saturday, April 12th.

Spring 2008 SHOW & SHARE.

This popular event features WOOL-TYME Kingston customers who are kind enough to share their crafted projects with the rest of us.

Please feel free to join the fun: Just bring in a finished knitted, crocheted, felted or hooked project before Mon. April 7th and we will display it for the week ending Saturday, April 12th.

A reception on Saturday the 12th will welcome all of you, and participants also receive a 15% coupon to the WOOL-TYME Kingston store as a special THANK YOU.

Don't miss out, plan now for what you would like to bring.

Saturday, March 15th
Introducing the ASHFORD KNITTERS' LOOM
with Roberta Mckinney
This is it, the greatest "stash-busting" tool in the world. Come and receive introductory instructions on using the beautiful Ashford Knitters' Loom. A beautiful table top loom that's easy to use and introduces you to the world of weaving, while making use of your beautiful knitting yarns.
Demonstration and hands on work will be available throughout the afternoon.
When: Sat. March 15th 1-4pm.
Cost: $15, refundable with purchase of the Ashford Knitter's Loom.

Saturday, March 29th:

DROP SPINDLE for beginners with KIM PARKINSON
The simplest way to discover the wonder of spinning fibres is with a drop spindle. Try your hand at it this age old craft .

When: Sat. March 29th 1-4pm

Cost: workshop $45. Includes a spindle to take home and a selection of fibres to work with.

Saturday, April 5th:

FINISH YOUR SWEATER TODAY!

Everyone has a project that is 95% finished, which haunts them from the back of the cupboard or under the bed. Well, this is C-DAY...Completion Day!

Bring your project and and tackle it from the safety of our class table with all the support, expertise and encouragement that you need to make a beautiful job of it.

When: April 5th from 10 am to whenever you're done (or 5:30 pm when we close, whichever comes first.)

Cost: $30. Class is limited to 5 participants so sign up early.

Saturday, April 19th - TELL YOUR NON-KNITTING FRIENDS

FREE - Learn to Knit class for complete Non-Knitters.

If you even think that you can knit and purl, this class is not for you. If you are over 15 years old and have always longed to knit but had no one to ask, we're here to teach you, for FREE! But you must register. Class is limited to 5 participants.

When: Sat. April 19th, 1-4pm

A small material fee ($5.) will be required at registration.

Saturday, May 10th:

NEEDLE-FELTING DEMO

Come and experience the fun of needle felting, the newest craft to catch anyone who can see colour and loves to play. See how you can embellish with wool fleece, yarn and pre-made felt accessories.

When: Sat. May 10th 1-4pm

Cost: FREE - but yarn or cash donation to PROJECT LINUS would be appreciated.

Saturday, May 31st

REVERSIBLE 2 COLOUR KNITTING with Sue Atkinson.

Anyone who has taken a course with Sue knows what a treat it is to have her with us again.

Go ahead and take a good look at this sample. See how the inside is the negative of the positive colour placement on the outside. This amazing technique is featured in the great new book: "Son of Stitch 'N Bitch". Using simple knit, purl and slip stitches, you can create truly reversible knitted fabric with shadow designs on both sides. This technique is ideal for scarves, hats with turned back brims, kids' wear, vests, sweaters and afghans. Explore interesting stitch patterns and learn how to seam, trim and finish your work to make it truly reversible.

When: Sat. May 31st 1-4pm

Cost: $45 Contact store for minimal supplies that you need to bring.

REGISTRATION DETAILS:

Free demos don’t require registration. Just drop in.

Registration for classes can be done in person or over the phone using a credit card.

Payment in full must be made upon registration.

Refunds will be given if cancellation is at least 3 days before the workshop and we are able to fill your spot in the class. (A credit for a future class will be considered if refund isn’t possible.)