Textiles

Adult: Textiles

16 and up / Adult

AP – Patch Perfect: Intermediate

Embroider your own iron-on or sew-on decorative patches! Learn a variety of techniques in basic hand embroidery, or use a sewing machine for appliqué techniques and free motion embroidery. Use an existing image, design your own, or upcycle an image or motif from an old garment to make a decorative patch! Basic sewing experience, including […]

Date:March 22nd, 2026  -  March 22nd, 2026

Time:1:00 pm

Fee:$75.00

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Adult: Textiles

16 and up / Adult

AP – Patch Perfect: Beginner

Make your own iron-on or sew-on decorative patch! Use an existing image, design your own, or upcycle an image or motif from an old garment to make personalized patches. This workshop is beginner friendly – no experience required. Students will learn 3 techniques to make at least 3 patches. Materials provided.

Date:March 1st, 2026  -  March 1st, 2026

Time:1:00 pm

Fee:$60.00

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Adult: Textiles

16 and up / Adult

Beginner Sewing: Little Black Dress

Make your own little black dress – a simple dress (in any colour you like!) that fits you properly and is made with fabric you have selected. Learn how to read a pattern and fit it to your individual figure, sew a lining, and understand pressing and finishing techniques to give your garment a professional […]

Date:April 18th, 2026  -  April 19th, 2026

Time:12:30 pm

Fee:$125.00

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Adult: Textiles

16 and up / Adult

Indigo and Shibori

Explore the fundamentals of indigo dyeing and discover the beauty of shibori, a Japanese tie-dye method. Learn the essential techniques of binding, folding, stitching, and clamping to create stunning patterns and textures on fabric. Gain confidence in dyeing your own creations with indigo and discover the joy of transforming plain fabrics into precious textiles. Participants […]

Date:March 8th, 2026  -  March 8th, 2026

Time:10:30 am

Fee:$85.00

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Adult: Textiles

16 and up / Adult

AP – Whispering on Silk: Scarf Painting

Paint a silk scarf that is entirely your own—a piece you can wear, give as a meaningful gift for Mother’s Day, or simply keep for yourself. Using Gongbi (工笔), the refined method of Chinese court painting, you will learn to guide the brush with patience: beginning with clear lines, slowly outlining forms, then building colour […]

Date:March 10th, 2026  -  March 31st, 2026

Time:6:30 pm

Fee:$240.00

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Adult: Textiles

16 and up / Adult

Create-a-Date: Mini Punch Rugs – Section 2

Punch needle embroidery is a fun way to experiment with textile art. Choose from an array of colours and designs, or bring your idea to life by drawing or tracing from your own pattern. Materials provided. Beginners welcome, no experience necessary! Each participant must register individually to secure their spot.

Date:March 7th, 2026  -  March 7th, 2026

Time:6:00 pm

Fee:$40.00

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Turquoise blue guide of the Casa Winter Program Guide with a winter landscape and two penguins.

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.