FAQ

If you're new to weaving, start at Level 1. If you’ve woven before and know how to dress a loom, try Level 2. Advanced pattern work and multi-shaft techniques are in Level 3.

• Comfortable clothing; slim indoor shoes for floor looms.
• Please avoid rings/bracelets that can catch in yarns.
• Please refrain from strong scents or perfumes.

• If you need to reschedule, notify us at least 14 days before your class. A $30 rescheduling fee applies.
• We can often move you to a future date with enough notice.

See the full policy: Returns & Cancellations.

Some projects finish in-class; others may require time at home or an extra open-shop session. If you need instructor help outside class, additional teaching time can be booked.

Yes—bi-weekly or monthly. At least 50% must be paid before your workshop date. Email us to set it up.

Yes. Renters must have prior experience dressing a loom and weaving their own projects. Rentals do not include instruction.

Any day your project occupies a loom counts as a rental day. Studio closure days are not counted.

Reeds, warping tools, shuttles, and studio accessories are available. Materials are not included in rental fees.

Yes—see our table & tapestry home rentals. A deposit applies; GTA delivery is available.

Frame tapestry and circular weaving workshops for 3–6 hours. Kits are included for 3–5 hour sessions so participants can finish at home if needed.

Yes, within the GTA. Travel fee typically CA$25–CA$60 depending on location. Studio sessions are also available.

We are a small independent studio, and online orders are typically packed and shipped weekly on Wednesdays. In-stock orders are processed within 5–7 business days and often ship sooner when possible.

If your order includes a special-order item, the processing time listed on that product page applies. These items may take 1–4 weeks to process before shipping, as they are ordered from our suppliers after your purchase.

Estimated shipping transit times after your order has shipped:

• Ontario and nearby provinces: approximately 3–5 business days
• Eastern and Western Canada / remote areas: approximately 5–9 business days

Please note that carrier delays, weather, holidays, or other unforeseen circumstances may extend delivery times.

Express Shipping
Express shipping (1–3 business day transit) is available for customers who need faster carrier service. Please note that express shipping only reduces transit time after shipment; our 5–7 business day processing time still applies.

Please note that shipments to P.O. boxes may incur additional shipping fees that are not processes in the cart. If you would like a quote for a special order to a P.O. box, please email us info@loomstudio.ca.

Within Canada only: Flat-rate $6 drop shipping is available Canada-wide on orders over $750 before tax, on Leclerc items only. To place a qualifying order, email info@loomstudio.ca.

International (including the U.S.): We do not offer free or flat-rate shipping outside of Canada. Please email info@loomstudio.ca for a quote before placing your order. Shipping fees will be invoiced separately. Duties and import taxes are the buyer’s responsibility.

Please note that local pickup is not always faster than shipping. Pickup orders still need to be processed in the order they are received. You will receive a notification when your order is ready for pickup.

• Bolton pickup: Available by appointment only.
• Toronto pickup: Available during our weekly posted studio hours on google maps. For pickup outside of these studio hours, please contact us in advance and we will do our best to accommodate your request.

Orders must be picked up within 60 days of receiving your pickup notification. Orders left beyond this timeframe without communication may be considered abandoned and are no longer eligible for refund, replacement, or continued storage.

Some accessories and yarns are available for in-person purchase during studio hours. Current studio hours are always reflected on our Google Business Profile. Please check our current posted hours before visiting, as studio hours may change weekly.

Classes and merchandise sales are generally final. See full details here: Returns & Cancellations.

Yes! Digital gift cards are available here and can be used for classes and supplies.

We’re at 15 Adrian Ave, Toronto, ON M6N 5G4 (Unit 150 is the door to the right of the main entrance on Adrian Ave).

Yes—parking around the corner on Wiltshire Ave (signs may say private; tickets are not issued). Public transit on Symington stops near Adrian Ave.

The building does not have a ramp. We’re on the main floor with one step at the back door and four at the front. Email info@loomstudio.ca ahead so we can help.

Tapestry classes are great for ages 12+. Rigid heddle and floor-loom classes are generally 15+; see each class page for specifics. We also offer kids' workshops and birthday parties for ages 5+.

• Tapestry workshops: 4–10 students
• Table/floor-loom workshops: 2–6 students
• Private one-on-one teaching also available

Closed water bottles are great. Please avoid strong scents and keep open food away from projects. Classes include a 30-minute lunch break; we have a fridge, microwave and kettle.