Student Classes

Switch to Calendar View

• Needle Felt - Landscape

  • When
    5 Sep 2026
  •  
    9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Artisans Centre Peterborough
  • Spaces left
    8
  • Registered
    Be the first

  Register

  

  Learn the basics of needle

  felting through creating your own felted landscape. We provide a kit with all the tools and materials you'll need to create a 

  6"x 8" piece. Register with a friend for a fun and creative day out!

  The landscape theme for this class is:  Mountains!

  All skill levels are welcome! 

  Class Price: $90          ACP members: $75      Students (16+ with valid ID):  $45

  Instructor: Darlene Fallis

  Show details
• Basic Earring Making

  • When
    12 Sep 2026
  •  
    1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
  • Location
    Artisans Centre Peterborough
  • Spaces left
    5
  • Registered
    Be the first

  Register

  

  Learn the basics of how to make your very own earrings! 

  Using just a few beads, headpins, and earring  wire, participants will learn how to create their own colourful accessories! Gold and silver coloured hardware options will be available. Each participant will leave the class with three pairs of brand new beaded earrings!

  All materials and tools will be provided for the class.

  

  Class Duration: 2.5 hrs.

  Class Price: $65         ACP Members: $60    

  Students (16+):  $32* 

  *Valid student ID required (Minimum of at least 2 student registrations required to run a class)

  Instructor: Marnie Clement

  
  

  Show details
• Intro to Alcohol Inks on Tile

  • When
    19 Sep 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Artisans Centre Peterborough
  • Spaces left
    8
  • Registered
    Be the first

  Register

  Create your own custom designs on ceramic tile!

  In this introductory workshop, participants will learn the basics of working with alcohol inks. The class will begin with a turorial of using the inks on Yupo paper. Then, participants will transition to learning to manipulate and design with the inks on ceramic tiles, including use of an air blower for abstract motifs, masking techniques, and lots of time for experimentation!

  Participants will leave the class with their Yupo paper samples, up to 3 decorated ceramic tiles of varied sizes, and a printed resource handout. 

  All materials will be provided.

  Class Duration: 3 hrs

  Class Price: $85          ACP Members: $80    

  Students (16+):  $42* 

  *Valid student ID required

  Instructor: Kathleen Thompson

  
  

  Show details
• Intro to Machine Sewing

  • When
    22 Sep 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Artisans Centre Peterborough
  • Spaces left
    3
  • Registered
    1 registrant

  Register

  

  Just got a new machine?…Want to start sewing some easy projects?…Need to do some mending?…This is the class for you!

  In this introductory course we will walk through the basics of using a sewing machine, including needle types, stitches, tension, and essential sewing tips!  Participants will produce a small project by the end of the class.

  Requirements:  Bring your own sewing machine and a spool of good quality white thread (Gutermann or equivalent). If you do not own a machine, please contact us to request use of one of ours.

  All other materials will be provided in this class. 

  Class maximum is 4 students.

  Class Price: $60.00          ACP Members: $54.00   

  Student (16+):  $30.00* 

  *Valid student ID required

  Instructor: Donna Walker

  Show details
• Needle Felt - Landscape

  • When
    24 Sep 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Artisans Centre Peterborough
  • Spaces left
    6
  • Registered
    2 registrants

  Register

  

  Learn the basics of needle

  felting through creating your own felted landscape. We provide a kit with all the tools and materials you'll need to create a 

  6"x 8" piece. Register with a friend for a fun and creative day out!

  The landscape theme for this class is:  Mountains!

  All skill levels are welcome! 

  Class Price: $90          ACP members: $75     

  Students (16+):  $45* 

  *Valid student ID required

  Instructor: Darlene Fallis

  Show details
• Weaving - Flower Wall Hanging

  • When
    26 Sep 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Artisans Centre Peterborough
  • Spaces left
    4
  • Registered
    Be the first

  Register

  Come and learn an easy weaving technique and make a small wall hanging ! 

  This little hanging combines weaving on a small loom with needle felting a flower. Students will choose their own colour scheme.

  All materials and equipment are supplied.

  Bring a friend and enjoy a fun summer afternoon.

  All skill levels are welcome!
  

  Class maximum is 4 students.

  Cost: $75.00      ACP Members: $60.00

  Instructor: Lois Watson

  
  

  Show details
• Machine Sewing - Pillow Case

  • When
    6 Oct 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Artisans Centre Peterborough
  • Spaces left
    4
  • Registered
    Be the first

  Register

  

  PRACTICE your newly acquired sewing skills in this Next Steps level workshop by creating your very own custom pillow case!

  Learn to measure and cut your fabric, sew the pieces together using the special burrito method, and use French Seams for a finishing touch. 

  *Prerequisite: Basic sewing skills and machine knowledge. 

  REQUIRED MATERIALS: (preferably cotton or cotton blend)

  1. Main Pillowcase Fabric: 27” (~69 cm) x 45” (or Width of Fabric)
  2. Trim Fabric: 4” (~10 cm) x 45” (or WOF)
  3. Cuff Fabric: 12” (~30 cm) x 45” (or WOF)
  4. 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 contact us a head of time if you require use of a machine.

  Class maximum is 4 students.

  Class Price: $56.00       ACP Member: $50.00     

  Student (16+):  $28.00* 

  *Valid student ID required

  Instructor: Donna Walker

  Show details
• Alcohol Inks on Tile - Autumn Halloween Theme

  • When
    29 Oct 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Artisans Centre Peterborough
  • Spaces left
    8
  • Registered
    Be the first

  Register

  Create your own festive autumn designs on ceramic tile with vivid alcohol inks!

  All skill levels are welcome! Participants can begin by mocking up thier designs using the inks on Yupo paper. Then, participants will transition to learning to manipulate and design with the inks on ceramic tiles, including use of an air blower for abstract motifs, masking techniques, and lots of time for experimentation!

  Participants will leave the class with their Yupo paper samples, up to 3 decorated ceramic tiles of varied sizes, and a printed resource handout. 

  All materials will be provided.

  Class Duration: 3 hrs

  Class Price: $85          ACP Members: $80    

  Students (16+):  $42* 

  *Valid student ID required

  Instructor: Kathleen Thompson

  
  

  Show details
• Intro to Machine Sewing

  • When
    3 Nov 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Artisans Centre Peterborough
  • Spaces left
    2
  • Registered
    2 registrants

  Register

  

  Just got a new machine?…Want to start sewing some easy projects?…Need to do some mending?…This is the class for you!

  In this introductory course we will walk through the basics of using a sewing machine, including needle types, stitches, tension, and essential sewing tips!  Participants will produce a small project by the end of the class.

  Requirements:  Bring your own sewing machine and a spool of good quality white thread (Gutermann or equivalent). If you do not own a machine, please contact us to request use of one of ours.

  All other materials will be provided in this class. 

  Class maximum is 4 students.

  Class Price: $60.00          ACP Members: $54.00   

  Student (16+):  $30.00* 

  *Valid student ID required

  Instructor: Donna Walker

  Show details
• Needle Felt - Farm Critter

  • When
    12 Nov 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Peterborough Square
  • Spaces left
    8
  • Registered
    Be the first

  Register

  

  Learn the basics of needle felting and create your very own felted friend! The theme for this class is: Farm Animals!

  Participants will be provided a kit with all the tools and materials needed to create a festive and fuzzy little critter, plus instruction from an expert felter!

  

  All skill levels are welcome. Register with a friend for a fun and creative time out!

  Class Fee - $65

  ACP Members - $55

  Students (16yrs+) with valid ID - $32.50

  Class maximum is 8 people.

  Instructor: Darlene Fallis

  
  

  Show details