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We regularly offer weaving and spinning courses as well as half-day scarf workshops at the Guild. All of our classes are available to the public and our members. To maximize learning, we limit enrolment to six students per class and provide looms or spinning wheels to all participants as noted below. All classes are held at the Guild Studio, 161 Stirling Ave. South, Kitchener, ON.
Advance registration is required.
As well, our classes tend to be very popular and space in them fills up rather quickly. As such, we maintain a contact list of people wishing to take a class and emails are sent to people on this list notifying them when a class enrollment will open. Enrollment in the class is based upon first come; first serve when enrollment opens. Scroll down to the bottom of this page and use our Classes Form to get notification of when enrollment will open.
Please note the following fine print:
Please note the following fine print:
We require a non-refundable deposit of $50 to secure a place in the course payable when the course is confirmed.
The full course fee is payable one week before the scheduled date of the first class.
Payment by e-transfer is preferred; please contact class@kwws.org for details.
Your payment can also be made by cheque, payable to KW Weavers and Spinners and mailed to KWWS Classes, 161 Stirling Ave S., Kitchener ON N2G 3N8.
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 with your interest using the form below. If the dates below do not work, we’ll try to arrange a workshop at a time that’s convenient for you. There is a minimum requirement of four people with a maximum of six.
3 1/2 hours: $60 includes a choice of yarn.
Next Workshops: This workshop is typically held once or twice a month. Use the form below to express your interest and to reserve your spot on our waiting lists.
4/26/2025 Saturday 9:30am-1pm
5/17/2025 Saturday 9:30am-1pm
6/21/2025 Saturday 9:30am-1pm
Mother and son spend an afternoon together at a Scarf Workshop.
Weaving I
Weaving I
Weaving I
This course is for beginning weavers with little or no experience. In six three-hour classes, you will learn the basics of making a warp, dressing the loom, reading patterns and estimating materials for weaving projects. Participants will have the opportunity to weave a variety of twill patterns and be able to take home their completed pattern samples and project. A reference booklet will accompany the course.
6 weeks: $250 non-members, $225 members; includes materials.
Next Session: Use the form below to express your interest and to reserve your spot on our waiting lists.
Weaving I students learn to warp a table loom.
Weaving II
Weaving II
This course is based on learning a variety of structures while completing projects on a floor loom. It is for those who have completed Weaving I or have other weaving experience. Weaving I concepts will be reviewed, however the goal of Weaving II is to learn to plan, set up, weave and finish projects. Over the eight-week course, you will complete several projects using different weave structures, pattern techniques and materials, all woven on full-sized floor looms at the Guild. The fee for the full eight-week course includes all materials and the use of looms at the Guild.
8 weeks of instruction and supported studio time: $300 non-members, $270 members; includes materials.
Next Session: Use the form below to express your interest and to reserve your spot on our waiting lists.
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.
8 weeks (2 hrs per week): $250 non-members, $225 members; includes materials. A deposit fee of $150 is required for the spinning wheel. This is refunded when the wheel is returned in good working condition.
Next Session: Use the form below to express your interest and to reserve your spot on our waiting lists.
Learn how to process raw wool in our Spinning Classes
Spinning II
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; and more. Explore fibre dying and colour blending and learn the techniques of chain plying, fractal spinning and how to create crepe yarn. Participants bring their own spinning wheel or drop spindle.
8 weeks (2 hrs per week): $250 non-members, $225 members; includes materials.
Next Session: Use the form below to express your interest and to reserve your spot on our waiting lists.
Our classes are very popular and usually are filled within a few days of opening registration. If you’re interested in a class or workshop, please use the form below or email directly to class@kwws.org to reserve your spot on our waiting lists.
We require a non-refundable deposit of $50 to secure a place in the course payable when the course is confirmed.. The full course fee is payable one week before the scheduled date of the first class. Payment by e-transfer is preferred; please contact class@kwws.org for details. Your payment can also be made by cheque, payable to KW Weavers and Spinners and mailed to KWWS Classes, 161 Stirling Ave S., Kitchener ON N2G 3N8.
Get Added to Our Contact Lists for Classes
Get Added to Our Contact Lists for Classes
Click the button to use the form to add your name to our contact list for classes. You will receive advanced notifications of when registration for a class opens. All class signups are on a 'first come - first serve' basis once registration opens for a class.
Class & Workshop FAQ's
Class & Workshop FAQ's
I signed up for a class but can no longer attend. Can I get a refund?
I signed up for a class but can no longer attend. Can I get a refund?
We are unable to refund the full price of the class. We require a non-refundable deposit of $50 to secure a place in the course. This fee covers administration of finding a replacement so the class can continue to run. Only if a class has been cancelled by KWWS, a full refund will be issued.
I signed up for weaving 1. Can I take a table loom home with me?
I signed up for weaving 1. Can I take a table loom home with me?
Unfortunately, looms must be used in our studio. However, if more time is needed to complete your project, please speak to your instructor about the possiblity of arranging extra weaving time.
When is payment for my class due?
When is payment for my class due?
We require a non-refundable deposit of $50 to secure a place in the course payable when the course is confirmed.. The full course fee is payable one week before the scheduled date of the first class.
Payment by e-transfer is preferred; please contact me for details. Your payment can also be made by cheque, payable to KW Weavers and Spinners and mailed to KWWS Classes, 161 Stirling Ave S., Kitchener ON N2G 3N8.
Individuals who have not paid before the class has started may lose their place in the class.
Can I bring my own spinning wheel to Spinning I class?
Can I bring my own spinning wheel to Spinning I class?
Yes, however if it is an antique/vintage flax wheel, you may want to use our supplied spinning wheels for the first little while. Those antiques, while we love them, spin fast. Very fast!
Why was my class cancelled?
Why was my class cancelled?
Each class has a minimum number of students that are required to be signed up prior to the class running. If we are unable to fill the minimum number of spots by the class deadline, we may cancel the class. A full refund will be available to all who have signed up and paid for the class.
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