Upcoming events

Switch to Calendar View

• Floor Loom Weaving - Self-Directed Study

  • Start
    October 23, 2025
  •  
  • End
    December 18, 2025
  •  
  • Schedule
    9 sessions
  • Spaces left
    0

  Registration is closed

  MANDATORY PREREQUISITE APPLIES
  

  

  This self-directed class is for individuals who have some experience weaving on a 4- shaft floor loom, and who want to refresh their skills or learn new skills in a group setting.  The focus of the class will be weaving with “new-to-you” materials (e.g. silk, merino, linen, alpaca, etc).  Weavers will use a scarf pattern of their choice. Supplies can be purchased directly from a supplier. Jane Stafford Textiles (janestaffordtextiles.com) offers several scarf kits (see photos). Contact Person:  Cayley Thomas / Cynthia Levy Prerequisites:  Prior experience dressing and weaving on a 4-shaft floor loom.  Please contact the Guild before registration to validate your eligibility.  Age 16 or older. Cost:  $150 (includes 2.5 months of studio access and use of 4-shaft floor loom; participants must supply own scarf pattern and materials) Registration Opens:  September 3, 2025 @ 9:00 am Registration Closes:  October 10, 2025

  Show details
• Weaving - Introduction to Rigid Heddle Weaving

  • Start
    January 23, 2026
  •  
  • End
    January 25, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Spaces left
    6

  

  Learn the basic principles of weaving while making a cozy wool scarf! This class provides an introduction to weaving on a rigid heddle loom. The project is a plain (tabby) weave scarf made interesting by a combination of solid and self-striping yarn. The skills to be learned include direct warping of a rigid heddle loom, threading the warp and tying-on, hemstitching on the loom, working plain (tabby) weave, and adding knotted fringe. All skills are demonstrated and taught during the class. Registration fee includes all materials plus use of a rigid heddle loom for the duration of the weekend workshop. Instructor:  Constantina Tsetsos Prerequisites:  No prior experience necessary.  Age 16 or older.  Adult full membership. Cost:  $175 (includes materials and use of loom) Registration Opens:  January 6, 2026 @ 7:00 pm Registration Closes:  January 19, 2026

  Show details
• Stained Glass - Introduction

  • Start
    January 27, 2026
  •  
  • End
    March 03, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Spaces left
    8

  

  This introductory class will introduce students to the textures and colours of stained glass, glass working tools, and patterns. Students will learn glass scoring, breaking, grinding, copper foiling, soldering and finishing. Students will complete at least one sun catcher and another small 2-10 piece project of their choosing. A variety of patterns will be available for use in class. All necessary supplies and materials will be provided. Instructor:  Anna-Maija LaFlamme Prerequisites: No prior experience necessary.  Age 16 or older.  Adult full membership. Cost:  $268 (includes materials and use of tools) Registration Opens:  January 6, 2026 @ 7:00 pm Registration Closes:  January 22, 2026

  Show details
• Mosaics - Introduction to Mosaic

  • Start
    January 31, 2026
  •  
  • End
    February 01, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Spaces left
    8

  

  Learn the basics of how to mosaic by making your own trivet. During this short weekend class, students will learn how to design a mosaic, cut and and glue the tiles in place, and finish the trivet with grout. You will make an 8”x 8” mosaic tile trivet – perfect for use on your kitchen counter or dining table, or you could hang it on the wall. All supplies and equipment are provided. Instructor:  Dot Van Vliet Prerequisites:  No prior experience necessary.  Age 16 or older.  Adult full membership. Cost:  $116 (includes materials and use of tools) Registration Opens:  January 6, 2026 @ 7:00 pm Registration Closes:  January 26, 2026

  Show details
• Floor Loom Weaving - Self-Directed Study

  • Start
    February 05, 2026
  •  
  • End
    April 16, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    11 sessions
  • Spaces left
    3

  MANDATORY PREREQUISITE APPLIES
  

  

  This self-directed class is for individuals who have some experience weaving on a 4- shaft floor loom, and who want to refresh their skills or learn new skills in a group setting.  The focus of the class will be weaving a blanket or throw. Weavers will use a blanket pattern of their choice. Supplies can be purchased directly from a supplier. Jane Stafford Textiles (janestaffordtextiles.com) offers several blanket kits (see photos). Contact Person:  Cayley Thomas / Cynthia Levy Prerequisites:  Prior experience dressing and weaving on a 4-shaft floor loom.  Please contact the Guild before registration to validate your eligibility.  Age 16 or older. Cost:  $150 (includes 2.5 months of studio access and use of 4-shaft floor loom; participants must supply own blanket pattern and materials) Registration Opens:  January 6, 2026 @ 9:00 am Registration Closes:  February 1, 2026

  Show details
• Weaving - Tapestry Loom Weaving

  • Start
    February 20, 2026
  •  
  • End
    February 22, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Spaces left
    8

  

  In this weekend workshop, we will make a cardboard loom and use it to create a piece of tapestry weaving/art.  We will start by warping the loom with cotton cord.  Next, we will design your project on paper.  Then we will use a variety of yarns and a large-eyed needle to fill in the details. Designs can be a landscape (which the instructor seems to invariably choose) or any kind of abstract design.  Texture can be built though use of different thicknesses of yarn.  Bring a picture or idea with you to the first session and we can adapt it if needed. All materials will be supplied, but students are welcome to bring any leftover yarns that they might want to use up. Instructor:  Cathie Harper Prerequisites:  No prior experience necessary.  Age 16 or older.  Adult full membership. Cost:  $166 (includes materials) Registration Opens:  January 6, 2026 @ 7:00 pm Registration Closes:  February 14, 2026

  Show details
• Needle Felting - Penguin

  • When
    March 08, 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Spaces left
    8

  

  Feeling stressed?  Come out for some relaxation and stab some wool into a beautiful 3D object. In this class, you will learn how to needle felt and take home an adorable penguin. Needle felting is a textiles craft technique that can be used to create 3D objects.  It involves a special felting needle being used to stab and agitate wool fibers, so they join and bond together. Instructor:  Andrea Korpel Prerequisites:  No prior experience necessary.  Age 16 or older.  Youth aged 12 to 15 with registration of parent/guardian and approval of instructor (see note below).  Current membership at eligible level. Cost (Full Members):  $60 (includes materials) Cost (Casual Members):  $70 (includes materials) Cost (Child Members):  $60 (includes materials) Registration Opens:  January 6, 2026 @ 7:00 pm Registration Closes:  March 1, 2026 Note re Youth Participation:  Youth aged 12 to 15 may be permitted to participate in this workshop provided that their parent or guardian has registered for and participates in the workshop.  Email the Guild at ykguildwebsite@gmail.com to arrange for youth registration.

  Show details
• Wood Carving - Introduction to Green Wood Carving

  • Start
    March 09, 2026
  •  
  • End
    March 25, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Spaces left
    6

  

  This class will introduce participants to basic wood carving skills by working with a local medium - green birch.  The end product for each participant will be 1 or possibly 2 hand carved spoons or similar kitchen tools such as a spurtle or spatula.  The final products will be finished with a food-safe oil such as tung oil or walnut oil. All materials and tools, including green wood, will be supplied.  Participants may choose in advance to purchase their own carving tool kit to keep. Instructor:  Bruce Smith Prerequisites:  No prior experience necessary.  Age 16 or older.  Adult full membership. Cost:  $200 (includes materials and use of shared carving tools) Optional Tool Purchase:  $80 (carving tool kit) Registration Opens:  January 6, 2026 @ 7:00 pm Registration Closes:  February 15, 2026

  Show details
• Weaving - Introduction to 4-Shaft Table Loom Weaving (TEST CLASS)

  • Start
    March 13, 2026
  •  
  • End
    March 15, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Spaces left
    6

  MANDATORY PREREQUISITE APPLIES

  Learn the basics of weaving on a 4-shaft table loom while making some cute and useful mug rugs! This class builds on skills gained through weaving on a rigid heddle loom. The project is a set of 4 mug rugs featuring a variety of twill patterns. Skills to be learned include indirect warping using a warping mill or board, dressing a multi-shaft loom, weaving twill, and finishing with hemstitched fringes. Registration includes all materials plus use of a 4-shaft table loom for the duration of the weekend workshop. Instructor:  Cynthia Levy Prerequisites:  Completion of Rigid Heddle Weaving - Houndstooth Placemats/Towels or equivalent weaving experience approved by the instructor prior to registration.  Age 16 or older.  Adult full membership. Cost:  Test class so registration fee waived. Registration Opens:  January 6, 2026 @ 7:00 pm Registration Closes:  January 19, 2026

  Show details
• Basketry - Egg Basket (Rib-Style)

  • Start
    March 28, 2026
  •  
  • End
    March 29, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Spaces left
    8

  

  A tisket, a tasket, you will be making a beautiful egg basket!  This basket features a sturdy handle and "pockets" that are perfect for gathering eggs or Easter chocolates or whatever you choose to harvest. We will be using a rib-style construction with flat reed to create the basket.  Each participant will walk away with a 26 cm x 26 cm basket. Instructor:  Rosanna Strong  Prerequisites:  No prior experience necessary.  Age 16 or older.  Adult full membership. Cost:  $234 (includes materials) Registration Opens:  January 6, 2026 at 7:00 pm Registration Closes:  March 20, 2026

  Show details
• Weaving - Introduction to 4-Shaft Table Loom Weaving

  • Start
    April 10, 2026
  •  
  • End
    April 12, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Spaces left
    6

  MANDATORY PREREQUISITE APPLIES

  Learn the basics of weaving on a 4-shaft table loom while making some cute and useful mug rugs! This class builds on skills gained through weaving on a rigid heddle loom. The project is a set of 4 mug rugs featuring a variety of twill patterns. Skills to be learned include indirect warping using a warping mill or board, dressing a multi-shaft loom, weaving twill, and finishing with hemstitched fringes. Registration fee includes all materials plus use of a 4-shaft table loom for the duration of the weekend workshop. Instructor:  Cynthia Levy Prerequisites:  Completion of Rigid Heddle Weaving - Houndstooth Placemats/Towels or equivalent weaving experience approved by the instructor prior to registration.  Age 16 or older.  Adult full membership. Cost:  $200 (includes materials and use of loom) Registration Opens:  January 6, 2026 @ 7:00 pm Registration Closes:  March 27, 2026

  Show details
• Needle Felting - Sitting Fox

  • When
    April 26, 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Spaces left
    8

  

  Feeling stressed?  Come out for some relaxation and stab some wool into a beautiful 3D object. In this class, you will learn how to needle felt and take home an adorable sitting fox. Needle felting is a textiles craft technique that can be used to create 3D objects.  It involves a special felting needle being used to stab and agitate wool fibers, so they join and bond together. Instructor:  Andrea Korpel Prerequisites:  No prior experience necessary.  Age 16 or older.  Youth aged 12 to 15 with registration of parent/guardian and approval of instructor (see note below).  Current membership at eligible level. Cost (Full Members):  $60 (includes materials) Cost (Casual Members):  $70 (includes materials) Cost (Child Members):  $60 (includes materials) Registration Opens:  January 6, 2026 @ 7:00 pm Registration Closes:  April 19, 2026 Note re Youth Participation:  Youth aged 12 to 15 may be permitted to participate in this workshop provided that their parent or guardian has registered for and participates in the workshop.  Email the Guild at ykguildwebsite@gmail.com to arrange for youth registration.

  Show details
• Needle Felting - Dryer Balls

  • When
    May 03, 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Spaces left
    8

  

  Feeling stressed?  Come out for some relaxation and stab some wool into a beautiful 3D object. In this class, you will learn how to needle felt and take home a set of dryer balls. Needle felting is a textiles craft technique that can be used to create 3D objects.  It involves a special felting needle being used to stab and agitate wool fibers, so they join and bond together. Instructor:  Andrea Korpel Prerequisites:  No prior experience necessary.  Age 16 or older.  Youth aged 12 to 15 with registration of parent/guardian and approval of instructor (see note below).  Current membership at eligible level. Cost (Full Members):  $60 (includes materials) Cost (Casual Members):  $70 (includes materials) Cost (Child Members):  $60 (includes materials) Registration Opens:  January 6, 2026 @ 7:00 pm Registration Closes:  April 26, 2026 Note re Youth Participation:  Youth aged 12 to 15 may be permitted to participate in this workshop provided that their parent or guardian has registered for and participates in the workshop.  Email the Guild at ykguildwebsite@gmail.com to arrange for youth registration.

  Show details