Yellowknife Guild of Arts and Crafts upcoming events

Block Printing - Holiday Cards (October 26, 2026)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Personalize your holiday or greeting cards! Learn how to carve and block print beautiful cards. Print them over and over again or make custom bookmarks and gift tags.

Each participant will be given one rubber mat and learn how to use linoleum cutters to carve out a design. They will then learn to ink and print onto cardstock cards using various colours of block printing ink.

All supplies will be provided. Take home your handmade block printed cards to give away. Your custom printing block is yours to keep.

Instructor: Beth Cowan

Prerequisites: No prior experience necessary. Age 16 or older. Adult full or casual membership.

Cost (Full Members): $63 (includes supplies)
Cost (Casual Members): $73 (includes supplies)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: October 5, 2026

Floor Loom Weaving - Self-Directed Study (October 28, 2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

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 various twill patterns.

Weavers will use the Tuscan Twill Tea Towels kits available from Jane Stafford Textiles. Kits will not be supplied by the Guild so must be purchased by participants directly from Jane Stafford Textiles.

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. Adult full membership.

Cost: $150 (includes 2.5 months of studio access and use of 4-shaft floor loom; participants must purchase their own Tuscan Twill Tea Towels kit)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: October 10, 2026

Mixed Media - Scheduled/Drop-In Open Studio (October 29, 2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Scheduled mixed media open studio sessions operate on a drop-in basis on selected evenings. Silversmithing equipment is not available for use during open studio sessions but all other mixed media disciplines are welcome.

Each mixed media open studio is hosted by member with experience in one or more mixed media disciplines. Participants are expected to be able to work independently on their own projects as the host may not have the skills necessary to assist with all disciplines.

All participants must be full adult members of the Guild. The fee is $5 per drop-in session and must be paid online. Scheduled open studio sessions may be cancelled during holiday periods and do not run during the summer months.

Fibre - Scheduled/Drop-In Open Studio (October 30, 2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Scheduled fibre open studio sessions operate on a drop-in basis on Friday mornings from 9 am to noon. These sessions are restricted to clean and quiet disciplines such as weaving, knitting, and basketry.

Each fibre open studio is hosted by member with experience in one or more disciplines. Participants are expected to be able to work independently on their own projects as the host may not have the skills necessary to assist with all disciplines.

All participants must be full adult members of the Guild. The fee is $40 per month or $5 per session and must be paid online. Scheduled open studio sessions may be cancelled during holiday periods or if a host is not available and do not run during the summer months.

Potters' Fall Social Event (November 01, 2026)

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Board Meeting (November 02, 2026)

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Meetings of the directors of the Yellowknife Guild of Arts and Crafts are held on the first Monday of each month. In the event of the first Monday falling on a holiday, the meeting is deferred to the following Monday.

Stained Glass (Beginner) - Christmas Tree Ornament (November 03, 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Get into the holiday spirit and create a beautiful stained glass Christmas tree that sparkles and shines! In this fun hands-on class, you’ll learn the basics of stained glass while creating your own festive tree, finished with colourful gemstone beads for an extra touch of magic.

Choose your favourite colours, add a little sparkle, and let your creativity shine as you make a unique holiday decoration to display or gift.

No experience necessary; just bring your creativity and Christmas spirit! 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: $188 (includes materials and use of tools)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: October 27, 2026

Floor Loom Weaving - Self-Directed Study (November 04, 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

MANDATORY PREREQUISITE APPLIES

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. Adult full membership.

Cost: $150 (includes 2.5 months of studio access and use of 4-shaft floor loom; participants must purchase their own Tuscan Twill Tea Towels kit)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: October 10, 2026

Mixed Media - Scheduled/Drop-In Open Studio (November 05, 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Fibre - Scheduled/Drop-In Open Studio (November 06, 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Concrete Sculpture - Plant Pot (November 06, 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Create a faux-rock planter for your small potted plant out of concrete! Marcus is the carved concrete artisan behind Concrete Creations YK, and he will lead this class through the process of sculpting, carving, and painting concrete to achieve a realistic stone look.

By the end of the weekend, you will have completed a 4” diameter artificial stone pot, perfect for an indoor plant or just a unique desk ornament.

This class requires no previous experience with concrete or sculpting. Just bring a willingness to get your hands dirty and be prepared to find new appreciation for the variety in everyday rocks!

Instructor: Marcus Miller, Concrete Creations YK

Prerequisites: No prior experience necessary. Age 16 or older. Adult full membership.

Cost: $190 (includes materials and use of tools)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: November 4, 2026

Concrete Sculpture - Plant Pot (November 07, 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

By the end of the weekend, you will have completed a 4” diameter artificial stone pot, perfect for an indoor plant or just a unique desk ornament.

This class requires no previous experience with concrete or sculpting. Just bring a willingness to get your hands dirty and be prepared to find new appreciation for the variety in everyday rocks!

Instructor: Marcus Miller, Concrete Creations YK

Prerequisites: No prior experience necessary. Age 16 or older. Adult full membership.

Cost: $190 (includes materials and use of tools)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: November 4, 2026

Concrete Sculpture - Plant Pot (November 08, 2026)

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

By the end of the weekend, you will have completed a 4” diameter artificial stone pot, perfect for an indoor plant or just a unique desk ornament.

This class requires no previous experience with concrete or sculpting. Just bring a willingness to get your hands dirty and be prepared to find new appreciation for the variety in everyday rocks!

Instructor: Marcus Miller, Concrete Creations YK

Prerequisites: No prior experience necessary. Age 16 or older. Adult full membership.

Cost: $190 (includes materials and use of tools)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: November 4, 2026

Stained Glass (Beginner) - Christmas Tree Ornament (November 10, 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Choose your favourite colours, add a little sparkle, and let your creativity shine as you make a unique holiday decoration to display or gift.

No experience necessary; just bring your creativity and Christmas spirit! 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: $188 (includes materials and use of tools)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: October 27, 2026

Mixed Media - Scheduled/Drop-In Open Studio (November 12, 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Fibre - Scheduled/Drop-In Open Studio (November 13, 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Stained Glass (Beginner) - Christmas Tree Ornament (November 17, 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Choose your favourite colours, add a little sparkle, and let your creativity shine as you make a unique holiday decoration to display or gift.

No experience necessary; just bring your creativity and Christmas spirit! 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: $188 (includes materials and use of tools)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: October 27, 2026

Floor Loom Weaving - Self-Directed Study (November 18, 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

MANDATORY PREREQUISITE APPLIES

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. Adult full membership.

Cost: $150 (includes 2.5 months of studio access and use of 4-shaft floor loom; participants must purchase their own Tuscan Twill Tea Towels kit)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: October 10, 2026

Mixed Media - Scheduled/Drop-In Open Studio (November 19, 2026)

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Fibre - Scheduled/Drop-In Open Studio (November 20, 2026)

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Rigid Heddle Weaving (Level 2) - Festive Plaid Table Topper (November 20, 2026)

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 01:30:00 GMT

MANDATORY PREREQUISITE APPLIES

Learn more about the possibilities of rigid heddle weaving by making a festive plaid table topper!

This class builds on the basic skills learned in the introductory rigid heddle weaving class (direct warping and plain weave) but uses 4/8 cotton instead of wool. You will learn how to create a warp using multiple colours and discover how alternating weft colours can create a plaid pattern. You will also learn (whether you want to or not!) how important it is to weave nice straight selvedges.

Registration fee includes all materials plus use of a rigid heddle loom for the duration of the workshop. Students will have a choice between using red/green or blue/grey yarn colourways.

Instructor: Cayley Thomas

Prerequisites: Rigid Heddle Weaving (Intro Level 1). Age 16 or older. Adult full membership.

Cost: $239 (includes materials and use of loom)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: November 6, 2026

Rigid Heddle Weaving (Level 2) - Festive Plaid Table Topper (November 21, 2026)

Sat, 21 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

MANDATORY PREREQUISITE APPLIES

Learn more about the possibilities of rigid heddle weaving by making a festive plaid table topper!

Registration fee includes all materials plus use of a rigid heddle loom for the duration of the workshop. Students will have a choice between using red/green or blue/grey yarn colourways.

Instructor: Cayley Thomas

Prerequisites: Rigid Heddle Weaving (Intro Level 1). Age 16 or older. Adult full membership.

Cost: $239 (includes materials and use of loom)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: November 6, 2026

Rigid Heddle Weaving (Level 2) - Festive Plaid Table Topper (November 22, 2026)

Sun, 22 Nov 2026 16:30:00 GMT

MANDATORY PREREQUISITE APPLIES

Learn more about the possibilities of rigid heddle weaving by making a festive plaid table topper!

Registration fee includes all materials plus use of a rigid heddle loom for the duration of the workshop. Students will have a choice between using red/green or blue/grey yarn colourways.

Instructor: Cayley Thomas

Prerequisites: Rigid Heddle Weaving (Intro Level 1). Age 16 or older. Adult full membership.

Cost: $239 (includes materials and use of loom)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: November 6, 2026

Block Printing - Gift Wrapping Paper (November 23, 2026)

Tue, 24 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Personalize your gift wrapping paper! Learn how to carve and block print your image again and again to make a pattern on Kraft wrapping paper.

Each participant will be given one rubber mat and learn how to use linoleum cutters to carve out a design. They will then learn to ink and print onto 5 feet of Kraft wrapping paper using various colours of block printing ink.

All supplies will be provided. Take home your handmade block printed paper to wrap up your gifts. Your custom printing block is yours to keep and can be reused to make more custom wrapping paper.

Instructor: Beth Cowan

Prerequisites: No prior experience necessary. Age 16 or older. Adult full or casual membership.

Cost (Full Members): $63 (includes supplies)
Cost (Casual Members): $73 (includes supplies)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: November 9, 2026

Stained Glass (Beginner) - Christmas Tree Ornament (November 24, 2026)

Wed, 25 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Choose your favourite colours, add a little sparkle, and let your creativity shine as you make a unique holiday decoration to display or gift.

No experience necessary; just bring your creativity and Christmas spirit! 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: $188 (includes materials and use of tools)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: October 27, 2026

Floor Loom Weaving - Self-Directed Study (November 25, 2026)

Wed, 25 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

MANDATORY PREREQUISITE APPLIES

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. Adult full membership.

Cost: $150 (includes 2.5 months of studio access and use of 4-shaft floor loom; participants must purchase their own Tuscan Twill Tea Towels kit)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: October 10, 2026

Rigid Heddle Weaving (Level 2) - Festive Plaid Table Topper (November 26, 2026)

Fri, 27 Nov 2026 02:00:00 GMT

MANDATORY PREREQUISITE APPLIES

Learn more about the possibilities of rigid heddle weaving by making a festive plaid table topper!

Registration fee includes all materials plus use of a rigid heddle loom for the duration of the workshop. Students will have a choice between using red/green or blue/grey yarn colourways.

Instructor: Cayley Thomas

Prerequisites: Rigid Heddle Weaving (Intro Level 1). Age 16 or older. Adult full membership.

Cost: $239 (includes materials and use of loom)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: November 6, 2026

Fibre - Scheduled/Drop-In Open Studio (November 27, 2026)

Fri, 27 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Christmas Sale (November 28, 2026)

Sat, 28 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

The Yellowknife Guild of Arts and Crafts will hold its 2026 Christmas Sales on Saturday, November 28, 2026 and Sunday, November 29, 2026. These sales will be held in the Aurora Arts Studio located next door to the Guild building at 113 Kam Lake Road, Yellowknife, NT and run from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm on both days.

Christmas Sale (November 29, 2026)

Sun, 29 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Floor Loom Weaving - Self-Directed Study (December 02, 2026)

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 16:00:00 GMT

MANDATORY PREREQUISITE APPLIES

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. Adult full membership.

Cost: $150 (includes 2.5 months of studio access and use of 4-shaft floor loom; participants must purchase their own Tuscan Twill Tea Towels kit)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: October 10, 2026

Mixed Media - Scheduled/Drop-In Open Studio (December 03, 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Fibre - Scheduled/Drop-In Open Studio (December 04, 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Wet Felting - Sauna Hat (December 05, 2026)

Sat, 05 Dec 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Learn the art of wet felting and make yourself a sauna hat! This traditional quirky head covering serves a practical purpose of protecting your scalp and hair from extreme heat. Sauna hats allow you to remain comfortable for a longer sauna session.

Instructor: Pat Moore

Prerequisites: No prior experience necessary. Age 16 or older. Adult full or casual membership.

Cost (Full Members): $61 (includes materials)
Cost (Casual Members): $71 (includes materials)

Registration Closes: November 30, 2026

Bookbinding (Level 2) - Cork Covers (December 06, 2026)

Sun, 06 Dec 2026 20:00:00 GMT

MANDATORY PREREQUISITE APPLIES

Take your bookbinding to the next level. We will make 2 small books with cork covers with decorative stitches on the spine and with a decorative closure. These are small books, about 6” × 4” and with only 4 signatures. They make good gifts!

All supplies will be provided. Take home your handmade notebook, journal, recipe book – you decide how you want to use it!

Instructor: Jacquelyn Burles

Prerequisites: Completion of previous bookmaking workshop through Yellowknife Guild of Arts and Crafts. Age 16 or older. Adult full membership.

Cost: $72 (includes materials)

Registration Opens: October 8, 2026
Registration Closes: November 28, 2026

Board Meeting (December 07, 2026)

Tue, 08 Dec 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Floor Loom Weaving - Self-Directed Study (December 09, 2026)

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 16:00:00 GMT

MANDATORY PREREQUISITE APPLIES

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. Adult full membership.

Cost: $150 (includes 2.5 months of studio access and use of 4-shaft floor loom; participants must purchase their own Tuscan Twill Tea Towels kit)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: October 10, 2026

Mixed Media - Scheduled/Drop-In Open Studio (December 10, 2026)

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Fibre - Scheduled/Drop-In Open Studio (December 11, 2026)

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Floor Loom Weaving - Self-Directed Study (December 16, 2026)

Wed, 16 Dec 2026 16:00:00 GMT

MANDATORY PREREQUISITE APPLIES

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. Adult full membership.

Cost: $150 (includes 2.5 months of studio access and use of 4-shaft floor loom; participants must purchase their own Tuscan Twill Tea Towels kit)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: October 10, 2026

Mixed Media - Scheduled/Drop-In Open Studio (December 17, 2026)

Fri, 18 Dec 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Fibre - Scheduled/Drop-In Open Studio (December 18, 2026)

Fri, 18 Dec 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Floor Loom Weaving - Self-Directed Study (December 23, 2026)

Wed, 23 Dec 2026 16:00:00 GMT

MANDATORY PREREQUISITE APPLIES

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. Adult full membership.

Cost: $150 (includes 2.5 months of studio access and use of 4-shaft floor loom; participants must purchase their own Tuscan Twill Tea Towels kit)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: October 10, 2026

Floor Loom Weaving - Self-Directed Study (December 30, 2026)

Wed, 30 Dec 2026 16:00:00 GMT

MANDATORY PREREQUISITE APPLIES

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. Adult full membership.

Cost: $150 (includes 2.5 months of studio access and use of 4-shaft floor loom; participants must purchase their own Tuscan Twill Tea Towels kit)

Registration Opens: September 9, 2026 @ 9 am
Registration Closes: October 10, 2026