Textiles

Adult: Textiles

16 and up / Adult

Felt Ornaments – Section 2

Traditional or unconventional, come enjoy an evening of felt ornament making. Learn to hand sew and embroider stuffed felt ornaments from start to finish. This workshop is a great opportunity to create a handmade gift, pick up a new skill, and express your creativity. Beginners welcome, no experience necessary! Materials provided.

Date:December 1st, 2024  -  December 1st, 2024

Time:2:00 pm

Fee:$40.00

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Adult: Textiles

16 and up / Adult

Beginner Sewing: Hoodies

Learn how to run a sewing machine and read a commercial pattern while making a hoodie (pull-over sweater with a hood). Students will learn buttonholes, top stitching, colour matching, how to sew channels, and threading a string. Sewing machines are available onsite. Students interested in learning on their own machine are encouraged to bring it […]

Date:September 10th, 2024  -  October 15th, 2024

Time:6:30 pm

Fee:$185.00

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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:November 7th, 2024  -  November 28th, 2024

Time:6:30 pm

Fee:$125.00

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Adult: Textiles

16 and up / Adult

Learn Your Sewing Machine

Become better friends with your sewing machine! Learn the parts of the machine, how to thread and clean your machine, to wind a bobbin, to use the buttonhole function, and to change your needle. Students will learn seam allowances and take pride in doing a few samples. This class is for sewing machine owners. Students […]

Date:November 3rd, 2024  -  November 3rd, 2024

Time:1:00 pm

Fee:$45.00

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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:November 30th, 2024  -  November 30th, 2024

Time:11:00 am

Fee:$95.00

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Adult: Textiles

16 and up / Adult

Intro to Crochet

Connect the knots! Learn how to properly use a crochet hook, master a variety of stitches, determine what hook size and yarn to use for specific projects, plus how to read and follow a pattern. Students will create a dish scrubber, scarf, beanie, shawl/baby blanket, and granny square. Crochet hooks and yarn for the first […]

Date:September 9th, 2024  -  October 28th, 2024

Time:6:30 pm

Fee:$165.00

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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.