In this two-day beginner workshop, Alison will introduce you to a wonderful and relaxing craft with a rich history in Nova Scotia: punch needle rug hooking. We'll learn all the basics, from transferring a pattern, to selecting a backing fabric, to all the varieties of fiber that can be used.

This one-day workshop focuses on learning different decorative (North American) smocking techniques for use in garments and other textile applications. Throughout the class participants will learn the three types of sewing stitches used in decorative smocking, how to read smocking patterns, and ways

In this one day workshop, we'll explore places as sources of meaning, be they in nature, at home or elsewhere. We'll look at inner landscapes and bring them to light through writing.