Punch needle rug hooking emerged in the early 1800’s. It is considered a distinctly North American art form. In this class we will punch a trivet with a design of your choice. Cloth backing and wool yarns will be provided and a tool and frame can be borrowed for the class. There will be an […]

Learn to create a traditional candle mat by stitching woo pennies.  All materials will be provided. Beginners welcome 12y.o.+. Cost per person: $50 (no HST)

Make a beautiful Floral Embroidery on fabric  on a 7’’ inch diameter embroidery hoop. Your Daisies & Lavender Botanical will be ready to hang. All supplies included. Beginners welcome 16+. Register: Pre-register by July 3 at +16477166284 or email and e-transfer:hsausik6284@rogers.com Cost per person: $125 plus HST

Learn as a group to paint a unique detail of the Mill’s architecture in a monochromatic palette with earth tones, using gels, and acrylics mixed with sand to create a textural effect and give an old look to the overall artwork. Lydia Panart will guide you step by step through the painting process on a […]

Chain maille is an ancient jewellery making technique that dates back to the 4th century BC.  Originally used as armour in battle, during medieval times it began to be used to make jewellery pieces.  At the chain maille workshop, lead by Anne-Marie Warburton of Gallery Gemma, you will have the opportunity to create a sterling […]

Learn to create beautiful and unique botanical prints pounding real flowers and leaves into paper to release it’s natural dye, taking home your own Midsummer themed kind of artwork. You can finish you creations by adding the contours and shapes with pencils or ink. Plant material, hammers and slabs of wood, board and paper provided. […]

Midsummer Flower Crowns with Hildie Sausik A true midsummer craft of weaving the Flower Crowns by arranging fresh flowers, ferns, herbs and wild grasses. Part of traditional folk dress and popular in the ancient world, those wildflower creations can be worn on many occasions, especially summer festivals. Discover your inner goddess and wear your creation […]

Learn how to create a beautiful and unique Botanical print using a natural Eco Printing technique with flowers and leaves in a beautiful historic setting. During the class you will learn the basics of Eco Printing:  – getting to know plants for printing  – process for mordanting protein and cellulose fabrics   – eco printing with […]

Be immersed in the late 19th – early 20th century history of prosperous village of Alton, where on the banks of Shaw’s Creek local industrialists established as many as 12 different Mills, using the power of the river system. Only one historic Mill of such kind still exists in Canada, only one National Trust heritage […]