Textiles

Adult: Textiles

16 and up / Adult

Visible Mending + Sashiko

Learn the art of creatively repairing clothing with beautiful hand-stitching techniques. This hands-on class will teach you basic embroidery and mending techniques as well as explore Sashiko, a traditional Japanese form of mending. Bring your well-loved garments and give them new life with personalized, durable stitches. Perfect for beginners and anyone looking to make their […]

Date:March 13th, 2025  -  April 3rd, 2025

Time:6:30 pm

Fee:$125.00

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Adult: Textiles

16 and up / Adult

Beginner Sewing: Happy Pants

Learn how to run a machine and read a commercial pattern while making Happy Pants (soft fabric, elastic waisted pants, with side seam pockets), all in a weekend workshop with the helpful guidance of an experienced sewist. Sewing machines are available onsite. Registrants interested in learning their own machine are encouraged to bring it in. […]

Date:March 15th, 2025  -  March 16th, 2025

Time:12:30 pm

Fee:$125.00

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Adult: Textiles

16 and up / Adult

Night Out: Mini Punch Rugs

Punch needle embroidery is a fun way to experiment with textile art! Choose from an array of colours and designs, or a bring an idea to life by drawing or tracing your own pattern. Each participant needs to register, at $40 per person. Materials provided.

Date:March 23rd, 2025  -  March 23rd, 2025

Time:2:00 pm

Fee:$40.00

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Adult: Textiles

16 and up / Adult

Upcycled Patchwork Pants

Give your old clothes new life! Learn how to run a sewing machine and read a commercial pattern while making a unique pair of patchwork pants with upcycled clothing. Students bring 5 pieces of old clothing or blankets (hoodies, pyjama pants, fleece, etc.) to transform into a pair of comfy pants. Learn how to patchwork […]

Date:March 29th, 2025  -  March 29th, 2025

Time:11:00 am

Fee:$95.00

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Adult: Textiles

16 and up / Adult

Beginner Sewing: Basic Alterations

Learn to run a sewing machine, and repair/alter your own clothes, under the supervision of an experienced sewist in the Textile Studio. Sewing machines are available onsite. Students interested in learning on their own machine are encouraged to bring it in. Can be stored onsite between classes. Students must bring their own clothing to alter. […]

Date:April 12th, 2025  -  April 13th, 2025

Time:12:30 pm

Fee:$125.00

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Casa Program Guide

The Casa Program Guide is produced three times a year; Winter, Spring/Summer and Fall. Inside the guide find listings for the upcoming class and workshop schedule, upcoming exhibitions at The Gallery, information about artists in residence and seasonal events in the building. Program guides are free. Pick-up guides at Casa or at facilities throughout the city.