November Classes!

Hi Everyone! we have a few classes coming
up real soon! Spaces are limited so sign up
today! You can give us a call at the shop
(613) 789-5534 or sign up in person.


Beginner Knitting:  November 10th and 17th, 6pm to 7:15pm.
$57, all materials included. Learn to knit a scarf.

Intermediate Knitting: November 10th, 17th and 24th, 7:30pm to 8:45pm.
$57, all materials included. Learn to knit a hat on double pointed needles.

Earring Love: November 11th, 6pm to 9pm.
$45, all materials included.

Workshop Studio and Boutique on CBC Television's Living in Ottawa

Living in Ottawa, your guide to living it up in the city is back for
its third season on CBC Television. The show's new host Maureen Welch is
your personal tour guide to the hidden gems, delicious eats and of
course fun things featured right in your community. Watch for great tips
on living well, living actively and even stylishly, starting with a
story that features the Workshop Studio and Boutique located in the
Byward Market.

Watch for stories with Stacey Bafi-yeboa, clothing designer of Kania
Fashion, a line that combines both comfort and style. And don't forget
to check out a jewelry workshop with Bridget Remai, do-it-yourself
earring extraordinaire! The Kania Fashion segment airs Tuesday October
28th, and the Jewelry-workshop segment Wednesday October 29th. If you
miss any of those segments or would like to catch more, all of our
episodes are available online at www.cbc.ca/livinginottawa.

Remember you can watch Living in Ottawa every weekday at 3:00pm on CBC
Television.
Channel 8 - Rogers Cable
Channel 208 - Bell ExpressVu
Channel 303 - Star Choice
Channel 4 - with antenna
Channel 2 - Videotron Cable - Gatineau

Dagg and Stacey has arrived

We have finally received our first shipment of Dagg and Stacey! As usual inspiration comes from unusual places. Influenced by the pages of a year book, Dagg and Stacey's Fall/Winter 2008 Collection hearkens to the Ivy League colleges of the early 1970's. A modern silhouette is fused with the classic reminders of scholastic style.

Here are two of the pieces that arrived today!

Vassar Dress In "Denim" Tweed

Yale Blazer in "Oak" Tweed

Look "hoo" just arrived at Workshop!

We are so thrilled to introduce you to a brand new designer! Squishyfish is a line of adorable plushy creatures from the super talented Ottawa native, Tracy Lam.

Each of Tracy's little owls is made from a variety of fabrics often incorporating recycled materials make each one unique. We have a dozen little owls looking for a new home so if you'd like to adopt one come and visit us! ($ 29 - $40 each)

Workshop is looking for a new staff member!

The lovely and talented Pauline is leaving us at the end of the summer to head out to the West Coast and we would like to fill her position with someone equally creative and enthusiastic! We are looking for someone with...

- a creative vibe, someone who likes to play around with needles and thread, paint, fabric, etc.

- a lot of energy! We love chatting with our customers and we have a lot of fun working at the shop! We are looking for someone who will enjoy it too!

- maturity, ideally we would like to find a lovely lady in her 20s or 30s who believes in the importance of promoting independent designers and finding funky clothes to fit customers of all ages and sizes,

- flexibility, we are filling a part time position and some alternate shifts.

We wanted to let you all know that we were looking for someone because we know that you know our shop and our vibe and may know someone who would work well for us!

If you do, please e-mail us a resume at info@workshopboutique.ca.

Deadline for resumes is Friday, July 25th.

Sale and Classes!

Hi Everyone!

Hope everyone is enjoying the summer! We have a couple classes at the end of july for those who are looking to do some jewellery making or sewing.

Sewing Basics
Wednesday, July 30th 6-9pm
$45 + tax, materials included
Have a sewing machine but don't know how to use it? This class will
familiarize you with your machine and teach you the basics of sewing while making your very own tote bag! The class includes fabric and thread, but if you would like something specific, please feel free to bring your own. Students must bring their own sewing machine and manual.

Earring Love
Tuesday July 29th 6-9pm
$45 + tax, all materials included
Learn the basics of jewellery making and go home with a bunch of great earrings!


Space is limited, so register early!
Register by calling us at (613) 789-5534


We are also having a sale!

We have a few of our favourite lines marked down so if you’ve been eyeing up a certain favourite workshop piece it may very well be on sale!

Some of the discounted lines include Dagg & Stacey, Alison Wonderland, Snoflake, Soi Disant, Annie 50, Bookhou, Grob, Nude Clothes, Precocious, I clothing and Domistyle Aprons.

xoxo
The Workshop Gals!

LADYFEST SPRING CRAFTSALE TOMORROW

Often Imitated – Never Duplicated:

Ladyfest Ottawa’s “Not Your Grandma's Craft Sale” is back!

Ladyfest Ottawa, in collaboration with punkottawa.com, presents a craft sale like no other. Featuring the hip, unique work of local and national artists and crafters, Not Your Grandma's Craft Sale takes place Saturday, May 10th, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Jack Purcell Community Center.

More than 6 years since they’re inception, Ladyfest Ottawa craft sales have become one of the most anticipated events of the year for Ottawa’s growing DIY movement. Attracting more and more crafters of national repute, this year’s spring sale promises to be the best yet with exciting new crafters showcasing clothes, jewellery, paper goods, house wares and so much more.

Those looking to find hip and unique handmade gifts have made this craft sale an anticipated event. Not Your Grandma's Craft Sale is an edgy, DIY twist on the traditional craft bazaar. From “cute but evil” accessories to recycled leather cuffs, belts and wallet, hand-painted shoes and purses to log-shaped pillows and retro wood-grain clocks, this craft sale is a great source for one-of-a-kind gifts.

Ladyfest Ottawa is part of a tradition of grassroots-organized festivals showcasing the talents of female artists. Now in its eighth year, Ladyfest Ottawa strives to build relationships and collaborations with local artists and businesses, in order to provide women with a venue for artistic expression that is open to everyone. More info on Ladyfest Ottawa and the craft sale can be found at www.ladyfestottawa.com.

Ladyfest Ottawa, en collaboration avec punkottawa.com, présente une vente d’artisanat comme aucune autre. Présentant le travail hip et unique des artisants locaux at nationaux, Not Your Grandma's Craft Sale prend place le samedi 10 mai 2008, de 10 h à 16 h, au centre communautaire Jack Purcell.

Après plus de 6 ans depuis sa création, les ventes d’artisanats de Ladyfest Ottawa sont devenues l’un des événements les plus anticipés de l’année à Ottawa pour le mouvement grandissant du movement DIY (faites le vous-même). Attirant de plus en plus d’artisants ayant un réputation nationale, la vente de ce printemps promet d’être une des plus excitante avec plusieurs nouveaux artisants exposants des vêtements, des bijoux, du papier, des biens pour la maison et encore plus..

Ceux qui recherchent des cadeaux faits è la main qui sont uniques et ont du flair ont faits de cette vente d’artisanat un événement anticipé. Not Your Grandma's Craft Sale est une variante remplie de flaire et de charme de la vente d’artisanat tradinionelle. Variant avec des accessoires « mignons mais démons » à des barcelets de cuirs recyclé, ceintures et porte-monnaie, des souliers peints à la main, des bourses, des oreillers et des horloge en bois, cette vente d’artisanat est une merveuilleuse source pour de cadeaux uniques.

Ladyfest Ottawa fait partie de la tradition des festivals orgnaisés locallements qui démontrent le talent des femmes artistes. Maintenant à sa huitième année, Ladyfest Ottawa désire battir des relations et collaborer avec des artistes et des entreprises localles, afin de fournir un lieu d’expression artistique pour les femmes qui est ouvert à tous. Plus de renseignements sur Ladyfest Ottawa et la vente d’artisanat sont disponible à : www.ladyfestottawa.com. Date: Saturday, May 10th 2008
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Jack Purcell Community Center,
320 Elgin St (at Lewis)

Date: Samedi, 10 May 2008
Heure: 10 h à 16 h
Lieu: Centre Communautaire Jack Purcell,
320 rue Elgin (coin rue Lewis)

Vendors at this year’s sale are/Les vendeurs à la vente de cette année sont:

• abi lyon wicke
• Auntie Loos' Vegan Treats
• Bicicletta
• Caro Moffatt
• Catch Frames
• Damned Dollies
• Dan Campbell
• Dirt Hag
• Encore Creations
• Excedera
• Fabricawakuwaku
• Fish on Fridays
• Frash Femme
• FURNI
• Headquarters Galerie & Boutique
• House of Worn
• Indie Go Designs
• Liebchen Designs
• Lilybug
• Liv & Lucy
• Lola Gouine
• Marc Simard
• Morgana LeBlanc
• Miss Twiss
• MizDragonfly
• Nadz c.leb
• Niama Coe
• Nic Riess
• Ottawa Roller Derby
• Paul Sharp
• Pink Wagon Designs
• Pin Pals
• Rachel.f.
• Red Wagon Designs
• Roadkill
• Phlox.Designs
• Sarah Hallman
• Sarcastik
• Spins & Needles
• Supayana
• Veronique Berube
• Wa’Ou
• Wine on Sundays
• Loot by Stina B.