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Introduction to bookbinding – Repairing books

Is the precious book your grandmother gave you falling apart? Would you like to glue back the torn pages of your comic book collection?

In this 3-hour workshop with Delphine, our art bookbinder, you’ll learn how to carefully repair the books you love so much, and give them a new lease on life.

After a historical background, you’ll learn the theoretical concepts you need to know to make a diagnosis. Then, using your own books, if appropriate, or “martyred” books as guinea pigs, you’ll learn how to reposition a page, reattach a cover or repair a tear.

Skills required: none, apart from an appetite for good reading!

The price includes all necessary materials and lots of tips from a pro!

 

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Making chocolate mousse – madeleine – financier

Would you like to make delicious cakes and chocolate mousse just like Willy Wonka in your own kitchen? Would you like to turn snack time with your kids into a real pleasure?

This 3-hour pastry workshop will plunge you into the regressive world of children’s sweetness. Equipped with whisks and marys, we’ll learn how to make the must-have treats: chocolate mousse, madeleines and financiers.

After reviewing all the ingredients, we’ll learn how to beat egg whites to obtain a successful airy chocolate mousse, and discover the secrets of a soft madeleine and a melting financier.

Skills required: none! This workshop is open to all gourmands.

The price includes all necessary materials, kitchen equipment and raw materials.

Note: remember to bring your own containers so you can take home the products you’ve made.

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Introduction to woodturning – making a spice mill

Would you like to learn the art of woodturning? Would you like to make an everyday object that will stand elegantly on your dining table?

In this 4-hour workshop, we’ll cover the basics of woodturning by creating an elegant spice mill that can hold peppers, coriander, salts and chillies of all kinds!

We’ll discover the wood lathe, its functions and associated tools. We’ll then take a look at the basic techniques of interlocking turning and the various stages involved in making an object: drawing, using roughing and profiling gouges, tracing, profiling, understanding sanding and preparing the piece for finishing. Once the base has been turned, the mill mechanism will be installed. You’ll be able to choose from a range of designs to create a unique object.

Skills required: none, everyone is welcome, even those who don’t cook!

The price includes all necessary materials, professional advice and unlimited wood chips!

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Basketry – Making a storage basket with wooden handles

Would you like to discover the art of rattan weaving? Would you like to store your belongings in a large, elegant basket?

In this 4-hour workshop, basketry craftswoman Fabienne Clément immerses us in the world of basketry, making a large storage basket with wooden handles! This beautiful, customizable basket, made from natural materials, will be ready to hold linens, children’s toys, pets, books or vegetables from the garden.

We’ll cover the various basic techniques for weaving and tightening rattan. We’ll learn continuous finger-weaving from a closed woven base. Wooden handles and a touch of color will also be added (several colors available).

Dimensions: 22 X 12 X 8 in (56 X 30 X 20 cm).

Price includes all materials, tools and Fabienne’s good humor!

NB: Workshop time is indicative, and may take longer for some participants. We therefore recommend that you don’t schedule an appointment right afterwards!

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Sewing – Making your own tunic dress

Do you dream of a one-of-a-kind dress with the arrival of warm weather? Would you like to learn how to make a garment?

In this 4-hour workshop, Kathryn, a seamstress with a passion for fabric upcylcing, will help you make a beautiful tunic dress! Each participant will be able to personalize their project by choosing fabric from a varied selection.

We’ll cover the basics of sewing and how to use a sewing machine and serger. We’ll learn various garment design techniques, such as: threading and setting up a machine; sewing several layers together; practicing straight and curved seams; topstitching; finishing seams with the serger; and hemming.

Skills required: none, this workshop is open to anyone interested in reusing materials.

The price includes all necessary materials, beautiful, colorful fabrics and lots of advice!

NB: Workshop time is indicative, and may take longer for some participants. We therefore recommend that you don’t schedule an appointment right afterwards!

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Introduction to basketry – Making a large shopping basket

Would you like to learn how to weave baskets? Would you like to have a large, sturdy and elegant basket to take to the grocery store or the park?

In this 4-hour workshop, basketry craftswoman Fabienne Clément will introduce you to the art of basketry by creating a large shopping basket with a cotton cord. This beautiful, customizable basket, made entirely from natural materials, will accompany us on all our outings: to the market, to the park, to the beach, to the vegetable garden…

We’ll cover the various basic techniques for weaving and tightening rattan. We’ll learn continuous finger-weaving from a closed braided base. We’ll also add a touch of color and insert a cotton braid (choice of colors).

Dimensions: 17 x 33 x 31 cm / 6 1/2 x 13 x 31 in.

Price includes all materials, tools and Fabienne’s good humor!

NB: Workshop time is indicative, and may take longer for some participants. We therefore recommend that you don’t schedule an appointment right afterwards!

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Learn to identify and choose the right fabrics

Don’t know which fabrics to use to make your clothes, or which are compatible with each other? Would you like to combine fabrics skilfully without getting a nasty surprise in the first wash?

In this mostly theoretical 3-hour workshop, led by a sewing specialist, you’ll learn the best ways to distinguish the different fabrics used to sew garments, and how to make the wisest choices. You can expect to:

  • – Learn to identify fabrics through observation with a magnifying glass and touch.
  • – Differentiate between the characteristics of different types (fit, weight, fall and appearance).
  • – Learn about the various interlining options available and choose the right fabric to sew a prototype for your project.
  • – Understand the criteria and descriptions on a pattern pocket to buy the right fabric in a store or online.
  • – Know how to care for and prepare fabrics for sewing.

Skills required: none, this workshop is open to all!

The price includes all the necessary equipment and lots of useful tips!

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Pyrogravure – decorating wooden bookmarks

Do you love wood and want to discover pyrography? Would you like to learn how to personalize all your wooden objects?

In this 3-hour workshop, Isabelle will introduce you to the decorative art of wood pyrography, creating personalized wooden bookmarks to accompany your reading!

We’ll cover the basics: the equipment needed; tracing and transferring a sketch; pyrography methods; and the types of tips to use. We’ll then explore universal, tracing and shading tips, followed by basic techniques for filling, texturing and relief. We’ll also learn how to add a touch of color to our projects, using watercolors!

Each participant will be able to decorate two wooden bookmarks, giving free rein to their creativity and choosing from a variety of motifs, colors and decorations, for unique results!

Skills required: none, not even reading.

Price includes all materials, plus lots of tips and laughs!

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Cooking – Making risotto and tiramisu

Have you always dreamed of cooking classic Italian dishes? Would you like to turn your kitchen into a tratorria and make a romantic dinner for your girlfriend or boyfriend?

In this 3-hour workshop, we’ll discover two classic Italian dishes. Using simple kitchen utensils, we’ll learn how to prepare a vegetarian risotto and a tiramisu, two recipes that require both technique and sensitivity.

With Clément, we’ll look at cooking techniques and learn how to strike the right balance between flavors for a successful risotto. We’ll then look at the key factors in choosing the right ingredients for a perfectly textured tiramisu.

Everyone will leave with a gourmet two-course meal, 100% homemade!

Skills required: none! This workshop is open to anyone who loves good food.

The price includes all necessary materials and kitchen equipment.

Note: remember to bring your own containers so you can take home the products you’ve made.

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Cooking – Making pasta sauces, romesco, arrabiata, pesto, rosée

Would you like to learn how to make your own homemade pasta sauces? Do you dream of enhancing pasta dishes with something other than spaghetti sauce?

In this 3-hour workshop, we’ll show you how to prepare four emblematic sauces that will add a new dimension to your pasta dishes.

Equipped with basic kitchen utensils, we’ll make 4 different sauce recipes together: an arrabiata sauce, a romesco sauce, a traditional basil pesto and a rosé sauce.
After discussing the importance of choosing the right ingredients, we’ll learn more about blending techniques and the nuances of flavors and textures, then move on to preparation and cooking, so that everyone leaves with four jars of sauces, about 250ml each.

Skills required: none, this workshop is open to all enthusiasts!

The price includes all necessary materials, kitchen equipment, raw materials and good humor!

Note: remember to bring your own containers so you can take home the products you’ve made.

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