Scrappy Saturday!
Apr.
27
8:30 a.m.08:30

Scrappy Saturday!

Come get some FREE fabric scraps!

  • fabric cuttings

  • vinyl and leather scraps

  • discontinued fabric and wallpaper books

  • upholstery foam scraps

  • cardboard tubing

It’s all FREE. That’s right, we are giving it all away. We think it’s better used towards your projects than to be thrown out and no decomposing in the landfills.

  • Quilting

  • Pillows and bags

  • School crafts

  • Cosplay

    So much more!

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Scrappy Saturday!
Mar.
30
8:30 a.m.08:30

Scrappy Saturday!

Come get some FREE fabric scraps!

  • fabric cuttings

  • vinyl and leather scraps

  • discontinued fabric and wallpaper books

  • upholstery foam scraps

  • cardboard tubing

It’s all FREE. That’s right, we are giving it all away. We think it’s better used towards your projects than to be thrown out and no decomposing in the landfills.

  • Quilting

  • Pillows and bags

  • School crafts

  • Cosplay

    So much more!

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Scrappiest of Saturdays!
Feb.
24
8:30 a.m.08:30

Scrappiest of Saturdays!

We are holding our largest gathering of upholstery and craft items!

  • Remnant fabrics

  • fabric cuttings

  • vinyl and leather scraps

  • discontinued fabric and wallpaper books

  • upholstery foam scraps

  • cardboard tubing

It’s all FREE. That’s right, we are giving it all away. We think it’s better used towards your projects than to be thrown out and no decomposing in the landfills.

  • Quilting

  • Pillows and bags

  • School crafts

  • Cosplay

    So much more!

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Workshop Weekend
Dec.
9
9:30 a.m.09:30

Workshop Weekend

Welcome to the Workshop Weekend Event.

We are hosting a day long Christmas crafting workshops December 9th starting at 9:00. Choose one or stay for more! See the workshops posted below.

We will have some snacks but feel free to bring a lunch and water.

Save 5% if you are joining 2 or 3 and save 10% if you are staying for all 4. Registration is a must so click the button today.


COST: $65 + HST ($73.45)

TIME: anytime between 9 & 5 (2 hours)

CAPACITY: 12 people

AGES: 16+

INCLUDED: wood cuts, use of paints, stains and brushes. Leave the clean up to us!


COST: $30 + HST ($33.90)

TIME: anytime between 9 & 4 (1 hour)

CAPACITY: 12 people

AGES: 16+

INCLUDED: 2 x 2pc ornaments, use of paints, stains and brushes. Leave the clean up to us!


COST: $65 + HST ($73.45)

TIME:anytime between 9 & 4 (2 hour)

CAPACITY: 12 people

AGES: 16+

INCLUDED: wood sticks, ribbon, base plate, use of paints, stains and brushes. Leave the clean up to us!


CHOOSE TO STENCIL ONE OF :

  • 20 x 20” cushion

  • coir door mat

  • wood slice ornaments

  • wood wall canvas

    first come, fist dibs on available quantities.

COST: $45 + HST ($50.85)

TIME: anytime between 9 & 4(1 hour 45 min)

CAPACITY: 12 people

AGES: 16+

INCLUDED: Stencil base of your choice, use of paints, stains and brushes. Leave the clean up to us!

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DAIKU Chair Building Workshop
Nov.
18
9:00 a.m.09:00

DAIKU Chair Building Workshop

You asked for it, time to up your upholstery game!

COST: $599+ HST ($676.87) Payment due at the time of registration

WHEN: Saturday November 18

TIME: 9:00am - 4:00pm

BOOKING DEADLINE: November 4, 2023

CAPACITY: 6 chairs per class (You can bring in a building buddy!)

NOTE: Minimum of 4 chairs booked to run this workshop.

We are teaching you how to build and upholster a full size, fully upholstered arm chair! Join in on this exciting building experience. You have a choice of 4 colours or go off grid and submit your own fabric for us to pre sew for a small upcharge.

Chair is a tight seat & tight back and approx 32”W x 34”D x34”H

DAIKU (Japanese for Carpenter) was an idea created by Alex and myself to meet the demands of all our wonderful workshop past participants requesting a challenge. The idea struck when both Alex and I had our travels to Japan and admired the furniture that married simple lines and great function with adaptability. Over a year in the making and now available to DIY!

What you need:

  • working clothes (wear layers)

  • water

  • creative pants on

  • fabric choice by Nov 4th

What we provide:

  • Daiku Furniture Kit

  • Workshop space and all our tools

  • step by step instruction

  • entertainment!

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pepper

crimson

denim

Make it personal:

  • add buttons.

  • add decorative tacks.

  • make your mark inside the frame to be seen when it gets reupholstered in the years to come.

  • optional expander kits to create loveseat or sofa!

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Cushion Stencil Workshop  $
Jul.
15
11:00 a.m.11:00

Cushion Stencil Workshop $

Let’s get creative!

Join us for a cushion stenciling workshop during the Under the Tent UPCYCLING EVENT!

Cost: $20 per person (reg $55)

Capacity: 10 people , no registration required, first come basis

Age: everyone over 16

What you get:

  • 20 x 20 cotton cushion cover

  • use of our paint supplies

  • use of our brushes and stencils

  • let us do the clean up!

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Furniture Flea Market!
Jul.
15
9:00 a.m.09:00

Furniture Flea Market!

The best place to find used furniture!

Join us from 9-5 Saturday for our Furniture Flea Market under our tent in front of our showroom at 1060 Railway Street, Kenora.

We will be continuing our Upcycle Event today with workshops and Free demos during the sale.

We will be accepting cash sales only.

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Reupholstery Demonstration  [FREE]
Jul.
14
3:00 p.m.15:00

Reupholstery Demonstration [FREE]

This is the place for questions

if you are thinking about your upholstery DIY projects. Laura will be there to talk about how to start, what to look for, best prep and everything up to being able to sit in it again while she works on a piece right in front of you.

We encourage you to bring your (small) project to the tent and Laura can help walk you through your steps in the Q&A portion of the demonstration. Bring a Pen and Paper!

Laura is here to answer all your upholstery questions!

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Small Project Painting Workshop  $
Jul.
14
1:00 p.m.13:00

Small Project Painting Workshop $

Come Paint With Us!

Register for this event and bring a small item to paint under the tent on Friday 14th from 1-3pm.

Cost: $45 per person (regular $90)

We will contact you to confirm your registration and payment.

Capacity: 8 people (You must be registered)

Age: everyone over 16

What You Get:

  • A Pint of paint of your choosing

  • Use of our brushes

  • additional use of our paints

  • use of embellishing products

  • Leave the clean up to us!

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Upcycle Table Leg Workshop  $
Jul.
14
11:00 a.m.11:00

Upcycle Table Leg Workshop $

Make a pillar candlestick.

Create a unique statement piece by embellishing old table legs into a pillar for candles, plants or anything you can think of.

Cost: $20

Capacity: 8 people (first come, first crafting)

Age: everyone over 16

What you get:

  • Hardwood table leg

  • base and top plate

  • use of our paints and finishes

  • use of our brushes and tools

  • leave the clean up to us!

Sample photo by Pretty DIY Home

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Kitchen Chair Upholstery Demonstration  [FREE]
Jul.
14
10:30 a.m.10:30

Kitchen Chair Upholstery Demonstration [FREE]

Learn the basics

on how to upholster your own kitchen chairs and the techniques used for a professional look. Understand the fabrics best used and the padding required.

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The first 6 attendees can roll up their sleeves and try their hand during the demonstration.

Plenty of chairs for all others to watch and take notes.

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Driftwood Sign Workshop  $
Jul.
13
3:30 p.m.15:30

Driftwood Sign Workshop $

Repurposing lost lumber

makes a great base for so many upcycling projects. Today we will be making signs with wood collected from the Winnipeg River. Let’s get creative! No Registration needed

Cost: $20 per person (regular $55)

Capacity: 6 people (first come basis)

Age: 16+

What do you get:

  • An approx. 90-100 cm driftwood plank

  • hanging hardware/materials

  • Use of our stencils

  • Use of our paint and brushes

  • Let us do all the cleanup!

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Door Mat Stenciling Workshop  $
Jul.
13
1:00 p.m.13:00

Door Mat Stenciling Workshop $

Make A Statement

at your door with a custom coir door mat using Fusion Mineral Paint and Muddaritaville Stencils.

Cost: $20 per person (Reg $55)

Capacity: 5 people (first come, first stenciling)

Ages: 16+

What Do You Get:

  • coir door mat

  • use of our paint and brushes

  • leaving the clean up to us!

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