Saturday, September 28 - 9:30am - 5:00pm Instructor: Joan Carrigan Learn to make a pine needle coiled basket using waxed linen thread as the stitching material. We will explore different ways of starting pine needle baskets and stitches such as plain and V-stitch patterns. Each participant can design their own basket working on ways to […]
Saturday, September 28 - 11:00am - 2:00pm Instructor: Eiddwen Thomas Eiddwen Thomas, floral designer and owner of Cantref Gardens will teach participants about flowers, grasses, herbs, and foliage for making gorgeous fall arrangements Find out about fall clean up and soil preparation for next year. Learn what bulbs and plants you can plant now for […]
What is it about miniature gardens that intrigues us? Is it the adorable tiny plants we choose to nestle into interesting and unusual containers…vintage, upcycled, or made? This workshop series will include a weekly project to create a fairy, alpine, succulent and terrarium garden. If you love miniatures of all kinds, give this garden series […]
Sunday, September 29 - 9:30am - 4:30pm Instructor: Joan Carrigan This is a variation of an oval rib basket which has 2 built-in side handles often called a potato basket. We will be using willow for the hoop and a combination of dyed reed and seagrass for the weaving. This is a lovely storage and […]
Sunday, September 29 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm Instructor: Jo Wyld You've grown your cannabis, now what do you do? In this workshop, we will explore the myriad ways to prepare your cannabis for personal use. Discussion will include methods of harvesting, curing, drying and processing your cannabis. The preparation and creation of oils, tinctures, cannabutter, […]
Saturday, October 5 & 12 - 9:00am - 12:00pm Instructor: Ryan Senechal Are you a hands-on gardener hesitant to prune small trees and shrubs in fear of injuring or undesirably altering them? This course with certified arborist Ryan Senechal will give you the skills you need to successfully prune your garden. In 2 sessions, basic […]
Sunday, October 6 - 9:00am - 12:00pm Instructor: Gordon Mackay The interest and popularity of this wonderful craft is increasing every year. It is very important to become familiarised with the hive and the honey bee before you get your bees to maximize your chances of success. This workshop will focus on the beginner beekeeper […]
We are becoming more aware of how our actions impact our planet. By starting with little changes at home, we can make a difference! In this workshop we will explore ways to reuse household items and use natural materials to save on waste while making great personal products to use at home and school. We […]
Saturday, October 19 - 10:00am - 1:00pm Instructor: Lily Fawn An herbal tincture is a very effective form of extracting the medicine from plants. It has a much longer shelf life than an infusion, decoction or oil and can be stored in your cupboard for years. Herbalist, Lily Fawn, shares the secrets of herbal tincture […]
Sunday, October 20 - 9:00am - 5:00pm Instructor: Andrew Kent Join artisan Andrew Kent from The Willow Way for this full day workshop. In one day, with Andrew Kent's expert instruction, you can make and take home your own Bent Willow Rustic Chair. This is a great introduction to rustic building. Learn how to make […]
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