If you’re still searching for the holiday spirit, there’s no better way to get into the festive swing of things than with a little creative project! Roll up your sleeves and channel your inner elf with a crafty distraction from your shopping list. With these local classes around the Lower Mainland, you can ease into the season at your own pace and go home with some new Christmas decor while you’re at it!
Langley
December 7
Cedar Rim Nursery Ltd, Glover Road, Langley Township
Add gorgeous, fresh winter greens and seasonal decorations to this grapevine wreath structure. What a way to welcome guests to your home for the winter season!
Vancouver’s North Shore
December 12
Cityscape Gallery 335 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver
A unique workshop to upcycle and mend holiday sweaters, turning them into stylish and festive clothing. Participants will learn decorative embroidery techniques and embellish their garments with beads, sequins, and rhinestones.
Whistler
Tallu Holiday Candle-Making Workshop
December 10
Audain Art Museum, Whistler
Join the Audain Art Museum for a cozy Holiday Candle-Making Workshop with Tallu & Co on December 10. Get into the festive spirit as you craft your own beautifully scented candles while enjoying a glass of wine. Participants will take home their custom candle along with a luxury room spray ($75 value). With expert guidance, you’ll learn the art of candle-making in a relaxed and fun environment.
Burnaby
December 8
GARDENWORKS Burnaby, 6250 Lougheed Highway Burnaby
Be transported right into Whoville with this whimsical and festive Grinch tree! Create this Dr. Seuss inspired holiday classic for a fun tabletop display for your holiday home. Add finishing touches with fresh greenery and a small ball ornament and festive ribbon.
Vancouver
December 5
721 Gore Avenue
Come join us for a fun and creative Pottery Christmas Ornament Workshop at Pot Spot Studio! Get into the holiday spirit and make your own unique ornaments to decorate your tree or give as gifts. Clay and tools provided. You can make up to 5 ornaments with the option to make more (at an extra cost). Bring your ideas to life.
December 8
Slice of Life Gallery -1636 Venables St
Did you know you can embroider on more than just clothing and fabric?
Join Sadie for a mixed-media embroidery workshop where we will be creating holiday cards for your loved ones. Fuse Collage and Embroidery together to make a unique piece of artwork to spread the holiday cheer. Come, collage and learn how to incorporate embroidery into your art practice. Sadie will teach you some embroidery basics to help you bring your visions to life. All supplies will be provided by the artist, but if you have magazines, books, or embroidery supplies you want to collage with, please feel free to bring them!
December 14
The Cut Fashion Design Academy – 1888 West 1st Avenue
Join The Cut Fashion Design Academy for a fun and creative Macrame Workshop! Learn how to create stunning Christmas Tree Ornament
