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Everlea Weaving Party

Are you a weaving-curious crafter who would like an opportunity to learn some tapestry weaving skills, or are one of my past students who could benefit from having me around to answer questions while you weave? Come to the next weaving party!

Price: $15 includes snacks (I usually make pie!), Everlea Mini Loom rental if needed, yarn, and soft instruction. Registration is required. Opportunities to purchase yarns, looms and accessories are available. Low income people are welcome to come for free; use the code PARTYTIME to register at no charge.

What to bring: A loom if you have one, any yarns you may want to weave with, also provide a selection of yarns to play with.

Introduction to tapestry weaving – weave a tiny sunset

Learn the art of tapestry weaving using a handcrafted Everlea mini loom and a gorgeous array of naturally dyed yarns

This workshop will introduce you to the fundamentals of tapestry weaving, like building shapes and blending colors as well as some special techniques!

You will learn to use and take home the following:
-handcrafted mini loom
-5 naturally dyed card bobbins (enough to make 5 small tapestries
-weaving needle
-twine, magnet, pin – for mounting finished work
-support materials: ebook, access to online recording of learned techniques

Come gather with friends, learn something new, sip and snack!

Cedar + Devil’s Club Bracelet Workshop

Cedar + Devil’s Club Bracelet Workshop

Lead Artist: Jessica Silvey

Location: The Arts Center, 5714 Medusa Ave, Sechelt

Free, Drop-In, Max 12 participants

Learn how to weave a Cedar and Devil’s Club bracelet with shíshálh artist and weaver Jessica Silvey, and through this, learn about the relations between plants of the forest, their vulnerabilities and collaborations. Presented as part of syiyaya Days in collaboration with the District of Sechelt.

Seaside Art & Book Fair

For the first time at Seaside Centre visit an extraordinary gathering and collaboration of Sunshine Coast artists, photographers, and authors.

Art exhibits, photography display, book signings, literary readings, weaving demonstrations, workshops and more.

Artists, photographers, and authors to book your space, email sunshinecoastwritersandeditors.com

Hosted by the Sunshine Coast Writers and Editors Society.

Painting, Storms Pass, by Paddy Meade.

Seaside Art & Book Fair & Sale

Aug 18, 1-6pm; Aug 19, 10am-6pm; Aug 20, 10am-3pm. For the first time at Seaside Centre visit an extraordinary gathering and collaboration of Sunshine Coast artists, photographers, and authors.

Art exhibits, photography display, book signings, literary readings, weaving demonstrations, workshops and more.

Artists, photographers, and authors to book your space, email sunshinecoastwritersandeditors.com

Hosted by the Sunshine Coast Writers and Editors Society.

SCAC: Kids Camps: Fun with Weaving

July 17– 20, 2023 | Monday – Thursday | 10AM – 3PM

Cost: $200/$250 (Member/Non-Member)

Ages: 8-13, Max 14 participants

Instructor: Ali Casey

This year we are delighted to offer 3 kid’s summer workshops, each combining art making with outdoor exploration.  In the morning participants learn to work with textiles, weave, or paint led by a senior artist/teacher. In the afternoon, walks and discussions take over as we explore natural spaces near the Art Centre. Workshops run 10:00 – 3:00 each day, with a break provided for lunch. Participants must bring their own lunch, a water bottle and a mask if needed for any indoor activities.

2nd Annual Sunshine Coast Art & Words Festival

Surround yourself in art, literary voices, and live music by the lovely sea wall. Immerse yourself in one or more of fourteen workshops for artists, photographers and writers. This August 10-13th at the Gibsons Public Market, let the magic happen again.

After School Kids Weaving Class (ages 8+)

Tuesdays to Oct 4th. Join artist and art teacher Ali Casey for a 5 week weaving course at Red Cedar Woman Weaving Studio. Tuesdays, September 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th & Oct. 4th from 4 – 5:30. Students will be weaving with red cedar, wool and macrame cord for 5 weeks of beautiful and functional projects.
$250.00 all materials included.
register @www.redcedarwoman.com or email: redcedarwoman@gmail.com

After School Kids Weaving Class (ages 8+)

Tuesdays to Oct 4th. Join artist and art teacher Ali Casey for a 5 week weaving course at Red Cedar Woman Weaving Studio. Tuesdays, September 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th & Oct. 4th from 4 – 5:30. Students will be weaving with red cedar, wool and macrame cord for 5 weeks of beautiful and functional projects.
$250.00 all materials included.
register @www.redcedarwoman.com or email: redcedarwoman@gmail.com

After School Kids Weaving Class (ages 8+)

Tuesdays to Oct 4th. Join artist and art teacher Ali Casey for a 5 week weaving course at Red Cedar Woman Weaving Studio. Tuesdays, September 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th & Oct. 4th from 4 – 5:30. Students will be weaving with red cedar, wool and macrame cord for 5 weeks of beautiful and functional projects.
$250.00 all materials included.
register @www.redcedarwoman.com or email: redcedarwoman@gmail.com

After School Kids Weaving Class (ages 8+)

Tuesdays to Oct 4th. Join artist and art teacher Ali Casey for a 5 week weaving course at Red Cedar Woman Weaving Studio. Tuesdays, September 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th & Oct. 4th from 4 – 5:30. Students will be weaving with red cedar, wool and macrame cord for 5 weeks of beautiful and functional projects.
$250.00 all materials included.
register @www.redcedarwoman.com or email: redcedarwoman@gmail.com

Hackett Park Artisan Fair

The Hackett Park Artisan Fair is an annual gathering of local and regional vendors. The Fair has been an annual tradition on the Coast for 34 years, and attracts close to 5000 visitors seeking to discover the creations of artisans who are jury selected based on talent, originality, and the unique items they have to offer for sale. In keeping with our ongoing tradition, the fair will coincide with the popular Festival of the Written Arts (August 11th-14th, 2022, celebrating 40 years!)
This year’s Fair will take place in the lower field of Hackett Park and at the Arts Centre.
We will have live musicians in Hackett Park’s new amphitheatre and fun activities at the Arts Centre. There will be a large variety of artisans, artists, entertainers, and food vendors!
Entrance by donation!

Kids Camps: Fun with Weaving

July 13– 15, 2022 | Wednesday – Friday; 10 – 3pm

Ages: 8-13, Max 12 participants

Cost: $140/$180 (Member/Non-Member)

Instructor: Ali Casey

This year we are delighted to offer 3 kid’s summer workshops, each combining art making with outdoor exploration.  In the morning participants learn to weave, collage or paint led by a senior artist/teacher. In the afternoon, walks and discussions take over as we explore natural spaces near the Art Centre. Workshops run 10:00 – 3:00 each day, with a break provided for lunch. Participants must bring their own lunch, a water bottle and a mask if needed for any indoor activities.

Kids Camps: Fun with Weaving

July 13– 15, 2022 | Wednesday – Friday; 10 – 3pm

Ages: 8-13, Max 12 participants

Cost: $140/$180 (Member/Non-Member)

Instructor: Ali Casey

This year we are delighted to offer 3 kid’s summer workshops, each combining art making with outdoor exploration.  In the morning participants learn to weave, collage or paint led by a senior artist/teacher. In the afternoon, walks and discussions take over as we explore natural spaces near the Art Centre. Workshops run 10:00 – 3:00 each day, with a break provided for lunch. Participants must bring their own lunch, a water bottle and a mask if needed for any indoor activities.

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