I teach in person classes and workshops in-house at my yarn store, Baaad Rabbit Fibre Arts in New Westminster.
Private classes are also available at request.
Recent finsihed knits from my students
I love teaching beginners how to knit, in this class you will learn how to cast on, knit, purl and cast off whilst making cowl or wristwarmer.
In this 4 part class, you will learn the fundamentals of how knitted fabric is made and what happens when you knit or purl on the 'right' or 'wrong' side.
2024 Dates: In person at Baaad Rabbits
A beginner level class for anyone who has never picked up a hook or if you are in need of a refresh.
You will learn how chain stitch, single crochet, half double crochet and double crochet, then apply these skills to making a scrubby and an amigurumi rainbow.
Gains the skills to continue the full matching set on your own at the start of your crochet adventures.
2024 Dates: In person at Baaad Rabbits
BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE. You need to know how to knit and purl and fix basic mistakes to take this class.
Learn not only how to knit a sweater, but also how to make one that fits you the way you want it to in this in-depth five part class.
Making a sweater is reasonably straightforward, making a sweater that fits is entirely different.
2024 Dates: In person at Baaad Rabbits
A workshop for those of you who would like to learn how to fix your mistakes in knitting.
Regardless of how long you've been knitting for, you never stop making mistakes, the key is becoming confident in fixing them in an efficient and stress less way!
Dates: In person at Baaad Rabbits
Would you like to learn mosaic/ slip stitch knitting and how to read a chart? Join us for a 2 hour workshop at Baaad Rabbit's and we'll get you started on the stunning Pressed Flowers Cowl by Amy Christoffers.
During the workshop we will work a swatch of the pressed flowers motif, make sure you understand how to read the pattern and chart, and get you started on your cowl.
Dates: In person at Baaad Rabbits
If you are wanting to learn more about fibres, about how knitted fabric is constructed, how to read your fabric and fix mistakes then this 6 week/ 9 hour class is for you.
Yarn Tasting Shawl is a design and kit from WildWestDye, Six different yarns, six different textures and a great way to learn all about different yarns, fibres and textures.
Date: In person at Baaad Rabbits
Is steeking on your "learn to do wish list" but you're feeling a little daunted by this technique, you are not alone.
Taking a pair of scissors to your knitting can feel scary, especially if it is on a whole sweater! Fear not, over the two sessions you will be guided through two handed Fair Isle and how to catch your weaves confidently and not tangle your yarn!
In the second session we will STEEK! and not only that, we'll also cover best practices for picking up stitches and button bands.
Date: In person at Baaad Rabbits
Thursday February 1st & 15th, 6:30 - 8:30pm
This is an in person class taught at Baaad Rabbit.
Would you like to learn how to brioche? In this two hour workshop you will learn one and two colour flat brioche knitting.
Date: In person at Baaad Rabbits
Saturday February 3rd 11:30am - 1:30pm
Have you dabbled in crochet but not made your first shawl? Then this workshop is for you, together we will start Vayu by Lana Jois (Ravelry link).
Rebecca will take you through step-by-step, ensure you understand how to read the pattern and how to place stitch markers to make sure you are successful and can confidently complete the shawl by yourself.
Date: In person at Baaad Rabbits
Myself and Paula of Baaad Anna's have teamed together to open a yarn store!
Baaad Rabbit Fibre Arts is open for your yarn and fibre craft needs!
804 20th Street, New West, V3M 4W6.
If you have a question regarding one of the classes or would like to book a private lesson, contact me here.