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Discover wood bending – make a floating display stand

Do you love woodworking and want to discover new techniques? Do you dream of a world of soft curves?

This 4-hour workshop will be the perfect opportunity to discover woodworking in a different way. We’ll learn the basics of steam bending solid wood, while making a beautiful floating display with harmonious curves!

First, we’ll cover the theory of bending and how a steamer works. Then, after a demonstration, we’ll work in teams to bend a piece of wood that will make up the display. We then move on to the use of different machines, such as: the bench saw, to make cuts; the router, to create the invisible wall-hanging system; and the sanders, for a beautiful final result.

Everyone will leave with a solid wood display unit measuring approximately 10″ wide X 9″ high X 2.5″ deep.

Skills required: none, apart from a little curiosity.

Price includes all necessary materials and lots of knowledge!

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Woodcarving – making a Dala horse

Would you like to learn the delicate art of woodcarving? Would you like to learn how to handle a carving knife and bring a piece of wood to life?

In this 3-hour workshop, woodcarving enthusiast Jesse takes us on a journey of discovery into a traditional Swedish craft, while creating a Dala horse! Carving horses is a great way to master the oldest woodworking tool: the carving knife. With its smooth curves, it’s also a zen-like way to express your creativity.

After an introduction to Scandinavian carving and the legend of the Dala horse, you’ll learn about basic tools and safety precautions. We’ll then move on to learning cutting, shaping and finishing techniques.

Skills required: none, apart from a little patience!

The price includes all necessary materials, professional advice and thousands of chips.

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Mastering lacto-fermentation – How to make your own ketchup, kimchi and fermented carrots?

Would you like to take another step towards self-sufficiency? Would you like to discover the basics of lacto-fermentation?

During this 3-hour workshop, you’ll discover the basic principles of fermentation, as well as the benefits and challenges of this food processing and preservation method.

In addition to limiting waste, we’ll learn how to make a success of your fermentations, so that you always have on hand products that are good for your health and the planet, and that meet your dietary needs, whatever the season.

We’ll talk about the different ingredients, their specific characteristics and reactions. We’ll also go over the necessary equipment before getting down to the business of making three customizable fermented recipes!

Everyone will leave with the following condiments: Tomato ketchup, kimchi and fermented carrots

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Make a small wooden wall cabinet

Do you think a small wall-mounted cabinet in your bathroom would keep everything from hanging over the edge of the sink? Would you like to work with wood to create a practical storage unit?

In this 3-hour workshop, Guillaume will guide you through the creation of a wood wall cabinet with sliding Plexiglas doors. It can be integrated into your bathroom, but can also be used as a storage unit in your hallway, living room or bedroom…

You’ll have the chance to try out a saw bench, a miter saw, a pneumatic nailer and sanders.

Cabinet dimensions (H x W x D): 20″ x 24″ x 4″

You’ll be able to choose the layout of the interior shelves and the size of the sliding Plexiglas doors, which you can leave transparent or work with to give them a frosted appearance.

Skills required: none, apart from a curiosity about woodworking.

Price includes all materials and lots of woodworking tips!

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Creative pyrography – make your own wooden coasters

Do you love woodworking and the smell of campfires? Would you like to discover pyrography on wood and create decorative objects that will add a natural touch to your aperitifs?

In this 3-hour workshop, Isabelle will introduce you to the decorative art of wood pyrography, by creating a set of 4 personalized coasters!

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.

Each participant will be able to choose from several designs, and will leave with a set of 4 freshly engraved wooden coasters (size: 4×4 in.)!

Skills required: none, apart from giving free rein to your creativity.

The price includes all materials, good humor, a little chat and lots of advice!

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The fundamentals of electrode welding

Would you like to learn how to use a welding machine, understand the various welds and be able to create and repair a wide range of metal objects?

This 3-hour workshop has been designed to do just that. You’ll learn about

  • – physical theory (metal behavior, temperatures, distortion, types of metal…)
  • – the equipment needed for safe and enjoyable practice
  • – soldering techniques (use of the soldering machine, points, rounds, waves, short and long soldering seams…)

We promise you intensive practice and lots of fun fastening pieces of metal together.

Skills required: none. This workshop is open to anyone who loves to create sparks!

The workshop includes all materials and tons of tips from a welding pro.

Closed-toe shoes are mandatory. And although we offer a large apron and protective sleeves, long clothing is strongly recommended. Ideally not the clothes you hold most dear, in case a stray spark gets clumsily deposited.

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Introduction to Interior Design: Trends, Styles and Atmospheres

Would you like to learn about different styles to determine your own? Do you like to discover current trends while making judicious choices that suit your tastes, so you can live in an environment with a timeless look? Are you wondering how to change the ambiance of a room or add a touch of modernity and freshness without changing everything?

In this 3-hour workshop, interior designer Nico will share his tips for developing a meticulous instinct and help you make informed choices. We’ll discuss contrasts, textures and the right lighting, as well as the more subtle decorative touches that add personality and boldness!

Over tea or coffee, we’ll share tips on how to complement, accentuate and energize your home with visual effects. The workshop is mostly theoretical, but includes a period of practice to let you play with colors and materials, develop your own ideas and benefit from Nico’s on-site advice.

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

Price includes all materials and professional advice.

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Introduction course to stained glass: Creating a small modern panel

Are you fascinated by stained-glass and the colorful light that shines through it? Would you like to learn how to make a stained-glass window and go deeper into the techniques involved?

In this workshop of 4 sessions of 3-hour, Isabelle will guide you through the basic techniques of the copper ribbon method, also known as the Tiffany technique.

You’ll develop your skills by making a small modern panel and using the tools, while experimenting with the techniques.

You can expect to :

  • – Practice cutting and grinding glass.
  • – Choose your pattern, the glass and plan the cuts
  • – Cut and grind all parts
  • – Clean parts and apply copper tape
  • – Soldering, final cleaning and patina (if desired)

At the end of the course, you’ll leave with your own creation.

You’ll be able to choose from several patterns in different styles, and select the colors of your glass pieces from our inventory, made available to you for the course.

Skills required: none, this workshop is suitable for beginners.

The price includes tools, glass and accessories, as well as good advice from a stained-glass expert.

This “Introduction course” in stained-glass, unlike the shorter “Introduction training” in stained-glass, allows you to take the time to learn the techniques in greater depth and achieve a final result with a more meticulous finish. The length of the course also enables you to better assimilate the entire stained glassmaking process.

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:date: The dates of our courses: 

MILE-EX:

  • –  Starts on Thursday, March 6 and continues on Thursdays March 13, 20 and 27 from 6pm to 9pm.
  • –  Starts on Thursday, April 17 and continues on Thursdays April 24, and May 1st and 8th from 6pm to 9pm.

 

:danger: INTENSIVE courses (4 sessions of 3 hours, over 2 days) will take place one week apart. Don’t forget your lunch!
  • – Starts on Sunday, April 6 and continues on Sunday, April 13 from 10am to 1pm, and then from 2pm to 5pm.

 

:danger: WEEKEND INTENSIVE courses, 4 sessions of 3 hours, over 2 consecutive days. Don’t forget your lunch!
  • – Starts on Saturday, March 15 and continues on Sunday, March 16, from 10am to 1pm, and then from 2pm to 5pm, both days.
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Introduction to fishmongery – Cooking fish from head to tail

Do you love the sea air and have always wondered how to cook all your fish without wasting anything? Would you like to impress your guests at your next dinner party?

In this 3h workshop, we will show you how to cook your fish in its entirety! Using a work board and a fillet knife, we’ll create three recipes. Tartare, en papillote and a fish fumet.

We’ll cover the important points for choosing the right fish, recognizing its freshness and knowing what nutrients are present in our plate. We’ll discover the techniques for cutting, lifting and boning a fillet, then learn how to cook, season and cook a fish without forgetting anything.

Skills required: none! This workshop is open to all, whether you’re a passionate amateur or a budding chef.

The price includes all necessary materials, kitchen equipment, raw materials and lots of fun!

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

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Cooking – All about beef

Are you a foodie who’s always wanted to know all about beef? Want to impress your friends at your next BBQ?

In this 3-hour workshop, we’ll dive into the world of beef. Using simple kitchen utensils, we’ll learn how to prepare a beef tartare, as well as master cutting techniques and pan-frying like a chef!

We’ll see how to recognize the different parts and pieces of this meat, the secret of the Maillard reaction and the internal cooking temperatures to obtain perfectly cooked pieces every time. We’ll arm ourselves with sharp knives and explore the different techniques for preparing and cooking beef like a pro.

Skills required: none! This workshop is open to all carnivores!

The price includes all necessary materials, kitchen equipment and guaranteed fresh meat!

Cooking workshops are held in the kitchen of the Centre de Ressources et d’Action Communautaire de la Petite-Patrie (CRACPP), at the corner of Drolet and Bélanger. We’ll let you know the exact address once you’ve registered.

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

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