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Introduction to enameling – Making soap dishes

Would you like to learn the art of ceramic enameling? Would you like to add color and style to your bathroom?

In this 3-hour workshop, Ricardo will introduce us to the basics of ceramic enameling, by creating a set of two personalized soap dishes!

After an introduction to this decorative art, which involves mixing fine powders, mainly silica, and fusing them at high temperature to form a waterproof layer or coating, we’ll discover all the necessary tools. We’ll then learn how to cut and manipulate clay, and move on to the various techniques involved in making it.

Everyone will make a set of two soap dishes, in the colors and textures of their choice! Firing will take place on site, after the workshop, and your projects will be delivered to Les Affûtés Village a few days later.

Skills required: none, apart from a little curiosity.

Price includes all necessary materials, zenitude and lots of advice!

The workshop will be held at the Montréal Tile Lab studio, on Promenade Masson. We’ll let you know the exact address once you’ve registered.

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Formation Pâtisserie – Mastering the art of viennoiserie: Croissant, chocolatine and raisin bread

Are you a chocolate lover who’s always wondered how to make a good viennoiserie? Would you like to enjoy the smell of a fresh croissant in the morning with your tea or coffee?

In this 6-hour workshop with Édouard, we’ll learn how to master the delicious art of viennoiserie. Using our hands and equipped with a rolling pin, we’ll discover all the steps involved in rolling a successful puff pastry. Everyone will leave with 4 croissants, 4 chocolatines, 4 raisin bread and 4 chocolate rolls..

After discussing the importance of choosing the right ingredients, we’ll go into detail on the technical aspects of hand kneading, fermentation and temperature balance. We’ll make croissant dough and crème pâtissière, and learn how to roll croissants by hand.

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

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

Note: Remember to bring your lunch for the lunch break, and bring containers big enough to take home all the pastries you’ve made.

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Making a cell phone case from recycled leather

Are you always losing your cell phone in your bag? Would you like to discover the know-how of the leather industry, while recycling materials?

In this 3-hour workshop, you’ll learn all the steps involved in making a customizable cell phone case, using leather from the circular economy! We’ll learn a number of basic techniques for creating your first leather project: cutting the material, marking and opening stitches, hand-stitching with waxed thread, and riveting. We’ll also install an adjustable cord, so we can wear our cell phones around the neck or over the shoulder.

You’ll be able to choose from several colors of cord, thread and leather, as well as a suede or smooth exterior.

The price includes all materials (leather, cord, rivets, thread), attention to detail and lots of pro tips!

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Repairing small appliances – Combo levels 1 and 2

Are you the kind of person who wonders how small appliances work so you can fix them ? Would you like to bring back to life the beautiful blender your grandmother gave you?

This course combines our two Repairing Small Appliances workshops (Level 1 and Level 2, each lasting 3 hours) condensed into a single day.

The first part of the course covers :

  • – The function of the main electrical and mechanical components of small electrical appliances, how to check them and analyze typical electrical diagrams.
  • – The multimeter: understanding how it works to check the various electrical components.
  • – Troubleshooting, repair techniques and their application to various household appliances.
  • – Tools needed for repairs, how to use them and build your own toolbox.
  • – The various parts and materials needed for repairs: switches, fuses, plugs, connectors, cleaners, bulbs, heating elements, tin, heat-shrink tubing, connection caps, etc.
  • – Resources for obtaining reference information and purchasing parts and tools.

In the second part of the course, we’ll look at :

  • – Introduction to soldering. You’ll learn about safety, then assemble a small electronic circuit using a soldering iron. You’ll also learn how to desolder.
  • – Repairing an electrical device. After experimenting with working on an electronic circuit board, you’ll dismantle a faulty small household appliance and, using a multimeter and the techniques learned in the Level 1 workshop, identify the cause(s) of the problem. You can then propose a solution to repair the appliance.

To make sure we have time to cover all the material, if you bring an electro from home, a diagnosis of the problem can be made, time permitting.

Skills required: None, just curious about how our equipment works!

The cost of the training includes all the equipment and, most likely, some great discoveries!

Note: As there will be a one-hour break between the two workshops, don’t forget to bring your lunch!

 

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Making breads of the world – Panettone, kouglof, brioche and orange marmalade

Would you like to get your hands dirty and turn your kitchen into a creative culinary stage? Are you looking for ideas to prepare a dessert that will delight your loved ones?

In this 3h30 workshop, we’ll make a traditional Italian cake with grapes, candied fruit and citrus zest, and we’ll cook a kouglof, another traditional recipe based on brioche dough. Using whisks and pans, we’ll learn fermentation techniques, how to knead with our hands, and the secrets of masterful baking.

After reviewing the necessary ingredients, we’ll learn to understand the textures of a dough and make an orange marmalade to accompany your favorite desserts. Everyone leaves with a panettone, a kouglof and a jar of marmalade.

Skills required: none! This workshop is open to all gourmets and the curious.

The price includes all necessary materials, kitchen equipment, raw materials and lots of professional advice.

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

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Repairing small electrical appliances like a pro – Level 2

Did you discover a whole new world in Repairing Small Electronics like a pro – Level 1 ? Would you like to learn more?

In this 3-hour workshop, we’ll take a closer look at diagnostics, and you’ll learn how to assemble a small electronic circuit by soldering with tin. You’ll become an even better troubleshooter!

Here’s what you’ll learn:

  • – Part 1: Introduction to soldering. You’ll learn about safety, then assemble a small electronic circuit using a soldering iron. You’ll also learn how to desolder.
  • – Part 2: Repairing an electrical device. After experimenting with working on an electronic circuit board, you’ll dismantle a faulty small household appliance and, using a multimeter and the techniques learned in the Level 1 workshop, identify the cause(s) of the problem. You can then propose a solution to repair the appliance.

Skills required: Completion of Repairing Small Appliances like a pro – Level 1 (See here).

The cost of the workshop includes all materials, lots of advice and perhaps the pride of having brought a small appliance back to life!

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Introduction to mosaics – creating a set of bookends

Would you like to discover the world of decorative mosaics? Would you like to add a touch of color to your library?

In this 4-hour workshop, Ricardo will take us through all the steps involved in creating a mosaic, by creating a set of two bookends!

After an introduction to this art form, we’ll take the time to think about the design and choose the colors to create a unique personalized mosaic. We’ll then discover the right tools and how to cut the pieces using pliers. A number of tesserae placement and installation techniques will be covered before moving on to gluing and finalizing the project.

Creativity is more than welcome in this workshop: you can come with a design idea or a drawing!

Skills required: none, apart from a bit of attention to detail.

Price includes all materials and lots of fun!

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Making your own bagels – Preparing dough, brine and sweet and savoury variations

Have you always wanted to make your own homemade bagels? Would you like to know all the secrets to varying your favorite flavors?

In this 3-hour workshop, we’ll learn how to make bagel dough by hand and cream cheese. Equipped with basic kitchen utensils, we’ll make plain, sesame or poppy seed bagels, a cream cheese, a cucumber pickel and a chocolate spice spread with coconut milk.

After reviewing the ingredients, we’ll learn how to knead the dough by hand, the brine technique for the condiments and how to assemble the ingredients. Everyone will leave with 4 customizable bagels, a jar of pickle, cream cheese and chocolate spread.

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

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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Make your own reversible quilted sleeveless jacket

Would you like to wear something comfortable and stylish all year round? Do you dream of being able to change your style as easily as turning your jacket inside out?

This 3-hour workshop, led by Doriane, is the perfect opportunity to discover the fundamentals of sewing and machine use, while making an elegant and versatile garment: the quilted sleeveless jacket! What’s more, this version is reversible, so you can multiply your styles. You’ll learn how to work with quilted fabric, as well as how to apply bias for a neat finish.

Each participant can choose between two colors of reversible fabric.

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

Price includes all materials 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 immediately afterwards! 

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Making a handbag from recycled leather

Would you like to make a leather handbag to complement all your outfits? Do you like the idea of learning to sew while reusing materials?

In this 3-hour workshop, Doriane will guide us through the creation of a timeless bucket bag, using leather from the circular economy! We’ll cover the basics of sewing and how to use the machine. This will also be an opportunity to learn a number of techniques, including the specifics of sewing leather with a domestic machine; fitting bias and eyelets; and making an adjustable shoulder strap.

Each participant will be able to choose from a range of leather colors, with the option of a suede or smooth exterior.

The price includes all materials, attention to detail and lots of professional 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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