Artisans Centre Peterborough upcoming events

ACP Open Studio Night (17 Apr 2026)

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join us for some fun, drop-in, community driven Open Studio time with the ACP. Open to the public and studio members alike, all are welcome to attend!

Bring any crafts or projects you're working on, hang out and visit with other crafters, or get advice and questions answered by one of our resident experts in knitting , crochet, weaving, spinning, sewing, felting...and so much more!

Open Studio Night will take place on the 3rd Friday of every month, from 6 pm to 8 pm. There is no fee but donations are always greatly appreciated.

Beginner Spinning (18 Apr 2026)

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Learn to spin sheep's wool into yarn! Come out and have some fun learning an age old craft.

Play with a drop spindle, set up a spinning wheel, wash some wool (if desired) and have some fun colour blending to make your own personal fun art yarn!

All materials will be provided for the class.

Instructed time of 9 hours over 3 sessions.

Class maximum is 6 students.

Class Price - $250.00 ACP Members - $215.00

Instructor: Darlene Fallis

Crochet - Next Steps (29 Apr 2026)

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Have you started Crocheting?

Did you take the beginner class and are looking for help starting another project or finishing what you started?

Bring in your project, yarn and hook and get motivated to create!

Prerequisite: Learn to Crochet- The Basics or existing experience with crochet.

Class time 2 hours. Class maximum is 6 students.

Class Price - $50.00 ACP Members - $45.00

Instructor: Dawn Johnson

Beginner Spinning (2 May 2026)

Sat, 02 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Learn to spin sheep's wool into yarn! Come out and have some fun learning an age old craft.

Play with a drop spindle, set up a spinning wheel, wash some wool (if desired) and have some fun colour blending to make your own personal fun art yarn!

All materials will be provided for the class.

Instructed time of 9 hours over 3 sessions.

Class maximum is 6 students.

Class Price - $250.00 ACP Members - $215.00

Instructor: Darlene Fallis

Intro to Weaving (7 May 2026)

Thu, 07 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

In this introductory class, using provided 15" table looms, you will complete all the steps needed to plan and complete your first handwoven project! You will learn how to measure a warp for your project, how to calculate yarn requirements, how to wind the warp onto the loom (called dressing the loom), and then thread a pattern and weave a sampler.

Cost fee: $320 ACP member: $275

Class size: 4 participants

Class Instructor: Peterborough Weavers and Spinners Guild member Kristina

Beginner Spinning (9 May 2026)

Sat, 09 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Learn to spin sheep's wool into yarn! Come out and have some fun learning an age old craft.

Play with a drop spindle, set up a spinning wheel, wash some wool (if desired) and have some fun colour blending to make your own personal fun art yarn!

All materials will be provided for the class.

Instructed time of 9 hours over 3 sessions.

Class maximum is 6 students.

Class Price - $250.00 ACP Members - $215.00

Instructor: Darlene Fallis

Machine Sewing - Pillow Case (12 May 2026)

Tue, 12 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT

PRACTISE your newly acquired sewing skills by custom making your own size pillow case for book lovers, sports fans, or that special person.

LEARN to measure and cut out your fabric, sew your pieces together using the special burrito method and French seams for your finishing touch.

*Basic sewing skills and machine knowledge required.

MATERIALS REQUIRED (preferably cotton or cotton blend)

Main Pillowcase fabric 27” ~(69 cm) x 45”( or Width Of Fabric)
Trim Fabric 4” ~ (10 cm) x 45” (or WOF)
Cuff Fabric 12” ~(30 cm) x 45” (or WOF)
Matching thread

Sewing machines are available at the ACP, however, preference is to bring your own. (Ensure it is currently in good working condition). Please let the instructor know if you require a machine.

Class maximum is 4 students

Cost: Class price -$56.00 ACP Member - $50.00 Student - ID required - $28.00

Instructor: Donna Walker

Intro to Weaving (14 May 2026)

Thu, 14 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Cost fee: $320 ACP member: $275

Class size: 4 participants

Class Instructor: Peterborough Weavers and Spinners Guild member Kristina

ACP Open Studio Night (15 May 2026)

Fri, 15 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join us for some fun, drop-in, community driven Open Studio time with the ACP. Open to the public and studio members alike, all are welcome to attend!

Open Studio Night will take place on the 3rd Friday of every month, from 6 pm to 8 pm. There is no fee but donations are always greatly appreciated.

Intro to Weaving (21 May 2026)

Thu, 21 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Cost fee: $320 ACP member: $275

Class size: 4 participants

Class Instructor: Peterborough Weavers and Spinners Guild member Kristina

Intro to Weaving (28 May 2026)

Thu, 28 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Cost fee: $320 ACP member: $275

Class size: 4 participants

Class Instructor: Peterborough Weavers and Spinners Guild member Kristina