Kingcrafts' Studio Sale 2018 12936 Keele St. King City, Ontario Nov. 16th - 1 pm to 7 pm, Nov. 17th - 10 am to 7:30 pm, Nov. 18th - 10 am to 4 pm Nov. 24th - 10 am to 4 pm, Nov. 25th - 10 am to 4 pm Handcrafted weaving, needlework, rug hooking, fibre art, jewellery, pottery, enamelling, stained glass, decorative art, wire sculpture and fine art! Free parking & no sales tax     www.kingcrafts.ca

Nottawasaga Handweavers and Spinners is once again hosting Seasonal Wrapsody, a show and sale of fine handmade items by local artisans. Costs $2.00. Children under 12 Free.

Next-Step Spindle Spinning with Roslyn Darling Participants will continue exploring spindle spinning using bottom whorl, top whorl and support spindles. You will continue to work with wool, and will be encouraged to spin yarn in different thicknesses, from lace-weight to rug yarn. New fibres, including both cultivated and wild silks, will be introduced.  Advanced plying techniques and hand carding will also be taught, with the opportunity to try a variety of equipment. Spinning on a few spindle wheels will be…

This class runs from 17 November 2018 until 1 December 2018 Dates: Saturday, November 17, 2018 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Saturday, November 24, 2018 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Saturday, December 1, 2018 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Instructor: Marianne (Mandy) Heggtveit Level: Intermediate (I) Cost: $185.84+HST= $210 Members $238.94+HST= $270 Non-Member There are 2 spots remaining in this workshop In this workshop students will become familiar with weave structures and materials appropriate for home furnishings including draperies, upholstery, cushions, table cloths, blankets, pillows or…

See demonstrations of spinning and weaving, and try your hand at these activities. Shop for one-of-a-kind hand spun and hand woven items made by our Guild members. Crafters, stock up on supplies for your own creations. There will be fleece, roving, and curly locks from locally raised animals, in natural colours or dyed, for your spinning, felting, and other fibre arts projects. Knitters and crocheters will find unique hand spun and mill spun yarns, and hand turned yarn bowls and…

This class runs from 18 November 2018 until 9 December 2018 Dates: Sunday, November 18, 2018 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Sunday, November 25, 2018 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Sunday, December 2, 2018 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Sunday, December 9, 2018 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Instructor: Laurie Harkin-Chiasson Level: Beginner (B) Cost: $212.39+HST= $240 Members $265.49+HST= $300 Non-Member Class size: 6 Venue: Classroom There are 4 spots remaining in this workshop Description: A comprehensive introduction to the…

Come and Celebrate 70 Years of Spinning and Weaving with KHWS at our Annual Sale - 2018

Next-Step Spinning on the Wheel with Roslyn Darling After a quick review of the basics of spinning a continuous thread, participants will continue to work on control of yarn diameter and twist. New fibres will be introduced. Additional drafting and plying techniques will be taught, along with hand carding, with the opportunity to try a variety of equipment. $95.00 (+ HST) Plus $5.00 Instructor's Fee Spinning Wheel experience required.

This workshop explores painting using a 2-dimensional wool felting technique created by the instructor. Participants will create their own unique landscape using wet and dry felting techniques. Whether you are experienced or just want to "give it a try", this fun, relaxing workshop will not disappoint. Please bring: spray bottle, one large towel, one small towel, non-scented soap (Ivory), sharp scissors and photos of landscapes that inspire you. $50 + $20 material fee paid to instructor

VIBRANT - a Show and Sale of beautifully hand-made woven, spun and hand fashioned items. Wearable accessories, designer clothing, towels, runners, blankets, rugs and more. Gift items.

Make something special - a fabulous gift for your mother, friend or yourself. Weave a fabulous, cozy shawl, no loom required. Lots of colour options available. A cardboard loom will be provided for you along with instructions on how to make your own. $95 + $15 material fee payable to instructor

This class runs from 12 January 2019 until 26 January 2019 Dates: Saturday, January 12, 2019 9:30 am – 3:30 pm Saturday, January 26, 2019 9:30 am – 3:30 pm Instructor: Marianne (Mandy) Heggtveit Level: Novice (N) Cost: $106.19+HST= $120 Members / $132.74+HST= $150 Non-Member Class size: 8 Venue: Classroom There are 7 spots remaining in this workshop Description:  Are you a weaver who’s wild about colour?  You have already taken the Colour Theory 1 and 2 workshops and understand the principles of colour theory, however, you are still…

Suitable for beginners or more experienced felters, this workshop will begin with wet-felting basic techniques. Participants will learn about the different materials and tools of the trade and the proper layout for making strong, even, handmade felt. You will use a plastic resist to create a three-dimensional seamless vessel and explore possibilities for 3-D surface design. Bring two old towels and  $15 for materials payable to the instructor, Christianna Ferguson. Everything else you will need for the workshop will be…