Curated for a festively creative HOLIDAY SEASON

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Traditional Hide Mitten Workshop with Maggie Stewart

Join the talented, local, Indigenous artist, Maggie Stewart, for a captivating workshop on crafting traditional hide mittens. Just in time for the festive season, this is your chance to create a heartwarming gift for yourself or a loved one.

Details:

Venue: Stone Manor Studios

Dates: Tuesday, November 7, 14, & 21

Time: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Highlights:

Dive into the rich heritage of Indigenous artistry.

All materials are thoughtfully provided for you.

Revel in the cozy ambiance of Stone Manor Studios, fostering creativity and learning.

Perfect for beginners, this introductory class focuses on the essentials: cutting, assembling, and sewing hide and fur. 

(Note: Beading will not be covered in this session, but keep an eye out for our advanced beaded mitten and moccasin workshops this winter!)

Combat the unpredictable Canadian chill with mittens crafted with love and skill.

Gift something truly special this holiday season—something handcrafted by you. And with the guidance of Maggie Stewart, it's bound to be a masterpiece.

Investment: $150.00 for a three-day session, inclusive of materials and unparalleled instruction.

Reserve your spot and make this winter a memorable one!

WORKSHOP COMPLETE!

Unlock the magic of the holiday season with our enchanting Heirloom Christmas Ornament Workshop. Sculpt, create and celebrate as you design your very own timeless ornaments that will become treasured family keepsakes for generations to come.

What You'll Experience:

🔹 Expert Guidance by Master Polymer Clay Artist, Maria Saracino. She will take you through the creative process in an easy-to-follow step-by-step format.

🔹 Unique Designs: Using vintage-inspired hourglass wooden spools and finials. Additional shapes and sizes are available as well to reflect your own personal style.

🔹 You will learn the basics of working with polymer clay and how to sculpt both a Santa face and a more feminine Mrs. Santa face. You will learn how to accessorize and assemble this unique heirloom ornament and how you can apply this same lesson plan to create other unique collectibles to give or keep.

🔹 Quality Time: Immerse yourself in the enchanting ambiance of the holiday season, complete with seasonal treats and music in the charming atmosphere of Stone Manor Studios.

🔹 What You'll Take Home: Each participant will leave with two handcrafted heirloom Christmas ornaments, plus supplies to create two more on your own, including tools, supplies, and PDF files of the lesson plan. A resource guide will also be provided.

WORKSHOP COMING AGAIN!

Master Polymer Clay Doll Artist, Maria Saracino joins us at Stone Manor Studios for an exclusive two-day workshop. "My Little Elves" is one of Maria's most popular workshops. You will learn how to make a poseable 12"-14" Elf loaded with personality. No experience is necessary.

Maria will take us through her step-by-step process to create a Christmas heirloom you and your family will treasure for generations to come. From building a body armature, and sculpting an Elf face, head, hands, and feet to costuming and accessories, you will leave with a finished masterpiece. 

All materials and tools are included and you'll take home a bag of goodies to help you make more Little Elves for yourself or to give as gifts. You will also receive the workshop lesson in a digital format that includes PDF files and video clips.

Day one is all about sculpting and creating the armature.

Day two is all about costuming and accessorizing. Maria provides both recycled real and synthetic furs. Don't worry if you can't sew, she provides all the costumes and patterns, plus all the tips and techniques to create additional patterns with or without a sewing machine.

As an added bonus, she brings along a basket of accessories you can choose from if you're looking for a little extra something to make your Elf stand out.

WARNING! Highly addictive - you'll want to make more than one!

Locally-sourced, farm-to-table lunches will be served with upscale attention to detail as well as unlimited tea and coffee and daily refreshments.  Take breaks in the Conservatory of the 1860s stone Manor House.  Walk the grounds and enjoy the path through the Forest Acre.  At Stone Manor Studios we provide a unique fusion of creativity and upscale service.  Here, you are our greatest treasures and we strive to make each moment a masterpiece.

JOYFULLY COMPLETE

Join us for a heartwarming and artful journey at Stone Manor Studios, where we weave creativity and connection into every stroke of your brush. Presenting "Joyful Tidings," an exclusive hands-on workshop designed to immerse you in the festive spirit while you craft your very own personalized watercolour holiday cards.

📅 Date: Sunday, November 12

⏰ Time: 1-4 pm

📍 Location: Stone Carriage House, Stone Manor Studios

In This 3-Hour Workshop, You Will:

🎨 Explore the vibrant world of watercolours, guided by an experienced instructor, Barb Lavoie, ensuring each card you create is unique and made the way you love it.

💌 Craft six unique, heartfelt holiday cards from patterns that will use and then let your creativity shine to convey your warm wishes to loved ones in the most personal way.

🎁 All materials are provided!  Inclusive of paints, brushes, cards, and packaging, ensuring a seamless and inspiring creative process.

Nestled within the historic manor estate at Stone Manor Studios, your workshop takes place in our cozy stone Carriage House, adorned with twinkling lights and festive decor, creating the perfect backdrop for your creative journey. Our philosophy is deeply rooted in encouraging creativity and fostering connections through immersive, high-quality art instruction, all within an inspired and nurturing setting.

Savor a locally-sourced, festive charcuterie, curated to tantalize your taste buds.

Enjoy coffee, tea, and refreshments to keep your spirits high and creativity flowing.