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  • Spaces Left in Beginner Knitting Zoom Class January 6

    Spaces Left in Beginner Knitting Zoom Class January 6

    Knitting has been our anchor during the pandemic. If you know someone who would like to learn to knit, spread the word—we have a few spaces available in our Beginner Knitting Zoom Class starting January 6.

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  • New Zoom Classes Posted

    New Zoom Classes Posted

    Check out our new zoom class postings —from beginner learn to knit/crochet, to mittens, hats, sweaters and more.

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  • Beginners Crochet Class - On Zoom

    Beginners Crochet Class - On Zoom

    Curious about crochet? Join our Beginner Class via Zoom starting November 16. Registration is by phone (604-874-9665) or in person at the shop. Happy Crochet!

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  • New Virtual Alaska Hat Class

    New Virtual Alaska Hat Class

    Join the new session of our Alaska Hat Class to create a hat with Northern Lights and tree line motif using pastel shades of hand-dyed Koigu Wool KPM paired with Quince and Co Finch.

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  • Sherman the Sheep Amigurumi Zoom Class Spaces

    Sherman the Sheep Amigurumi Zoom Class Spaces

    Explore the world of amigurumi, the Japanese art of crocheted small stuffed creatures. A few spaces are available in our Sherman the Sheep zoom class starting October 27.

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  • Online Icelandic Sweater Class Almost Full

    Online Icelandic Sweater Class Almost Full

    One space remains in our on-line Zoom Icelandic Sweater Class starting September 20. Registration is by phone (604-874-9665) or in person at the shop.

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  • Additional Icelandic Sweater Class September 2020

    Additional Icelandic Sweater Class September 2020

    Our Icelandic Sweater Class filled quickly so we’ve added another session beginning September 20. Details can be found on the TBF website Classes page. Registration is by phone (604-874-9665) or in person at the shop. Happy Knitting!

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  • Online Beginner Knitting Classes

    Online Beginner Knitting Classes

    Spread the joy of handcraft! Our Beginner Knitting classes have moved online and the first session begins October 7. Melissa has created an exciting program for remote learning so hop on over to our website Classes page for more info.

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  • Icelandic Sweater Class

    Icelandic Sweater Class

    Check out our Icelandic Sweater Class beginning September 19. Registration is by telephone (604-874-9665) or in person at the shop. ​

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  • Online Classes via Zoom

    Online Classes via Zoom

    Next week we will post our class schedule for the fall season. If you're new to online interactive instruction, we think you'll be surprised at how well it works for needlecraft.

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  • The Alaska Hat - a Virtual Knitting Class

    The Alaska Hat - a Virtual Knitting Class

    Due to COVID we have sadly had to suspend our in-person knitting and crochet classes. However, we just posted our first virtual knitting class, The Alaska Hat , and, hey, the upside is you can join even if you don't live in Vancouver!

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  • Colour and Weave Class Availability

    Colour and Weave Class Availability

    Two spaces are available in the Colour and Weave class starting April 4. More information is available on our website Classes page. Rigid heddle looms are available for loan or purchase.

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  • Colour and Weave Classes 2020

    Colour and Weave Classes 2020

    Advance your weaving skills with our Colour and Weave class. We’ll meet on two Saturdays, April 4 and 18, from 9 to 11 am. Rigid nettle looms are available to borrow. More information on our website Classes page.

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  • Deconstructing Sophie’s Universe Crochet Class

    Deconstructing Sophie’s Universe Crochet Class

    A new session of the amazing crochet class, Deconstructing Sophie’s Universe, has just posted. The course starts in June, details on our website

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  • Beyond Beginner Hilo Hat Class 2020

    Beyond Beginner Hilo Hat Class 2020

    Interested in moving to the next level of crochet? Sign up for our Beyond Beginner Hilo Hat Class starting February 27.

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  • Beginner Crochet Classes March 2020

    Beginner Crochet Classes March 2020

    We’ve just posted a new session of Beginner Crochet classes starting March 3. Class meets Tuesday evenings, 7 to 9 pm. Details on our website. Call (604-874-9665) or stop by the shop to register. Happy Crochetting!

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  • Socks from Toe Up 2-at-a-Time Sock Class

    Socks from Toe Up 2-at-a-Time Sock Class

    Start of socks from our Toe Up 2-at-a-Time Sock Class. The best way to knit socks! Watch for postings coming soon for the next spring/summer sessions of this fun class. Details on our website Classes page.

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  • New Session of Beginner Crochet 2020

    New Session of Beginner Crochet 2020

    Curious about crochet? Join us to learn this fun craft. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or a knitter looking to complement your skills, this course covers all the basics.

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  • Sunny Spread Blanket Squares Workshop

    Sunny Spread Blanket Squares Workshop

    Join our one evening crochet workshop on Thursday, January 23 and learn to make squares for the lovely Sunny Spread blanket. This class is suitable for basic level crocheters who know single and double crochet.

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  • Sherman the Sheep Class 2019

    Sherman the Sheep Class 2019

    Join our Sherman the Sheep beyond beginner crochet class and explore the world of amigurumi, the Japanese art of small crocheted yarn creatures. So fun!!! Class meets on Tuesday evenings December 3 thru 17. More information on our website Classes page.

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