We regularly offer weaving and spinning courses as well as half-day scarf and tapestry workshops in the Guild. All of our classes are available to the public and our members. To maximize learning, we limit enrollment to six students per class and provide looms or spinning wheels to all participants. Advance registration is required. Scroll down to the bottom of this page and email us to register for or learn more about upcoming classes and workshops.
Mother and son spend an afternoon together at a Scarf Workshop.
Scarf Workshop
Weave and take home a beautiful scarf while learning about weaving. Our scarf workshop is usually held on a weekend morning. Children aged 12 and up are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Email us using the form below with a group of two or more, and we’ll try to arrange a workshop at a time that’s convenient for you.
3 1/2 hours: $60 includes a choice of yarn.
Mother and daughter take on a Tapestry Workshop.
Tapestry Workshop
Weave a tapestry for yourself or as a gift! On a weekend morning or afternoon, learn some tapestry weaving techniques and weave your tapestry on a pre-dressed loom. Children aged 10 and up are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Email us using the form below with a group of two or more, and we’ll try to arrange a workshop at a time that’s convenient for you.
3 1/2 hours: $60 includes a choice of yarn.
A Weaving I student models her first project.
Weaving I
This course is for beginning weavers with little or no experience. You learn how to plan a project and estimate the materials needed; make a warp and prepare a loom for weaving; and read patterns. You weave a variety of sophisticated patterns and take home a tapestry sampler.
6 weeks: $250 non-members, $225 members; includes materials.
Weaving II
This project-based course is for those who have completed Weaving I or have other weaving experience. You will complete three or four projects using different materials, pattern techniques, and looms of various sizes. Typical projects include a cotton tea towel, a placemat, a table runner, a lap throw, or a small blanket.
4 weeks weaving instruction; 4 weeks supported studio time: $300 non-members, $270 members; includes materials.
Project Design
You will be guided through the steps of designing and planning your project, from drafting your idea to choosing weaving structures and colours and making yarn calculations. You can apply these steps to any project of your choice. This class does not involve weaving.
3 weeks: $75.
Participants can take home a spinning wheel during Spinning I.
Spinning I
This course introduces you to the art of spinning. You will learn the basics of spinning as well as drafting techniques with wool as the fibre. This course is suitable for anyone who would like to try spinning. No spinning wheel needed: you can take one home with you for the duration of the course.
6 weeks: $250 non-members, $225 members; includes materials.
Spinning II
This course is for experienced spinners. Topics include: spinning a colour wheel, spinning with beads, blending a graded batt, maintaining your spinning wheel, novelty and specialty yarns; exotic fibres; Navajo plying; spindles; and more. Participants bring their own spinning wheel or drop spindle.
6 weeks: $250 non-members, $225 members; includes materials.
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