Gather together with makers of all levels to learn new skills and celebrate traditional crafts and regenerative living. Whether you’re interested in half-day workshops or multi-week courses, there’s something for everyone! Located in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada, we offer hands-on experiences in a variety of subjects, all taught in either the beautiful studios at the New Brunswick College of Craft & Design (NBCCD) or one of our partnering locations.
Learn blacksmithing basics in this 1-day workshop, and step into a world of rhythmic hammer strikes and glowing metal.
In this 7-week beginner pottery course, you will gain the basics of clay and finally get your hands dirty to create your own ceramic pots!
Under guidance of Blacksmith Tom Toogood, learn blacksmithing basics and shape raw metal into a beautiful collection of kitchen essentials!
Learn the basics of clay and finally get your hands dirty to create your own ceramic pots and mugs in this 7-week beginner pottery class!
In this 7-Week course you will learn weaving basics, from measuring your warp threads to cutting your first project off the loom!
In this 7-week course, learn jewellery making under the expert tutelage of Mackenzie Russell. Gain the basics to make your own beautiful pieces!
In this 7-Week course, you will learn more advanced ceramic techniques to attach and build by hand in a way that is enjoyable and fun!
Learn the ins-and-outs of the sewing machine, from threading, to winding a bobbin and sewing straight and curved seams in this 7-week course!
In this course, you will explore the art of free motion embroidery, and delve into the basics to create beautiful landscapes!
In this course you will learn traditional wood carving, working with carving knives and chisels and utilizing wood straight from the tree
Sign up for this seven-week beginner stitching course to craft handmade gifts with the talented Cat Candow!
Craft a beginner necklace in this half-day workshop, led by Cat Candow, and learn embroidery skills to craft your own art!
Refunds
If a request for a refund is made between 8 and 14 days before the course begins, a 95% refund will be granted (5% will be retained to cover processing fees). If a request for a refund is made 7 days or fewer before the course begins, a refund will only be granted if the participant’s spot is able to be filled.
If a participant is unable to attend a course due to illness or family emergency, they may be eligible to receive a voucher for a portion of the course fee. The participant must notify the HFS Coordinator at HoneybeeFolkSchool@nbccd.ca as soon as possible. The voucher amount will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may be up to 75% of the course fee.
Cancellations
If a workshop is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances regarding the instructor, facilities or low enrolment, a 100% refund will be granted to registered participants.
If a class is cancelled due to inclement weather a new date will be set. If a participant cannot attend the rescheduled time, you will be granted a 100% refund.
For more information regarding cancellations, refunds, and our policies, please refer to our list of frequently asked questions.