Workshops

Spinning Workshop
with Paul Sparling
Saturday, March 21, 2026
from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
- $75.00 + GST per participant, payable online
- $67.50 + GST per MSBM member, payable online with coupon
Ever wanted to learn more about how yarn was made? Come find out yourself how to spin yarn on spindles and get a shot at trying out the old school spinning wheel! You will also be taught about different types of spindles, techniques and so much more!
You will get to go home with a kit of materials from the workshop.
Workshop is delivered in English.
Past Workshops

Voyageur Capote Workshop
with Nancy Gouliquer
Saturdays, January 17 and January 24, 2026
from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- $110 + GST per participant, payable online
- $99 + GST per MSBM member, payable online with coupon
- Slightly Used Blanket: From $150 — $300, payable to the Artisan (cash only)
Make your own voyageur capote from a point blanket!
ADVANCED- Beadwork: Fire Bag Making
with Prairie Owl Beads
Every Thursday, from April 3 to May 29, 2025
from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- $250.00 + GST per participant, payable online
- $237.50 + GST per MSBM member, payable online
Prairie Owl Beads offers an 8-week project on fire bag making from start to finish! If you can bead, this is the project for you!
Workshop includes :
- eight (8) sessions of two (2) hours each
- project materials
Places are limited, so register today!
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned crafter, this workshop is open to all! Just a friendly heads-up: some experience with sewing and/or beadwork will be helpful to keep things on track. Participants are expected to attend all sessions to complete the project, and a bit of 'homework' may be required to ensure everything is finished on time! (no workshop on May 1)
*$50 non-refundable refund processing fee