Got a portable craft project? Bring it along and chat with some fellow crafters while you work! Share your expertise if you're comfortable, and learn about what other folks are working on (or just make friends and bond over your latest tv show obsession)! Knitting, crochet, embroidery, felting, beading, and more.
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Wednesdays, Nov 29, 2023 - Dec 27, 2023
6:30pm
90 minutes5 sessions remaining
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Thursday Nov 30, 2023 at 5:30pm
150 minutesCreate an original artwork with professional artist Stephanie Browness. Get step by step instructions in real time as you create your own version of a pre-planned "Fall Flowers" themed acrylic on canvas work of art. All experience levels welcome. All supplies provided! Registration required - spaces are limited.
Stephanie Browness is a painter and art instructor who has been teaching in Ottawa for 20 years. She has worked with all age groups and firmly believes that anyone can make art. Stephanie holds a BFA in fine arts from the University of Ottawa and Master's in art history from Carleton University.
With special thanks for the Friends of the Ottawa Public Library Association (FOPLA) for generously funding this Centennial branch program.
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Tuesday Dec 05, 2023 at 6:30pm
60 minutesSorry this event and its waiting list are full
Adults are welcome to join as we learn how to create unique designs with this mediative art form. Zentangle is a form of art that involves drawing patterns and lines. Supplies and instructions are provided.
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Thursdays, Dec 07, 2023 - Dec 21, 2023
11:00am
90 minutes2 sessions remaining
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Join us at our new yarn club!
Knitters, crocheters, needle workers, rug hookers – all are welcome to socialize with fellow yarn crafters and work on their latest project.
Drop-in program.
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Saturday Dec 16, 2023 at 10:30am
60 minutesSorry this event and its waiting list are full
Let your creativity flow with Pop-up Painters. Transform a blank canvas into a majestic snowy trees painting! Guided tutorial and supplies will be provided. Registration is required. Ages 8 and up.
This program is made possible with support from Friends of the Ottawa Public Library.
Paint me a Picture workshop is part of Emerald Plaza’s Holiday Open House. Throughout the day enjoy light refreshments, make holiday gift supplies at our crafting table, and play Chocolate Bar Bingo in the afternoon.
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Saturday Dec 16, 2023 at 2:30pm
60 minutesSorry this event and its waiting list are full
Create intricate paper art perfect for the season in a simple, easy to follow craft. Enjoy a calm atmosphere, good conversation, and discover how to turn swirls of paper into a wintery art piece or holiday card that is sure to impress.