CLASSES- Winter 2026

Traditional Beadwork                                                                                                                          Join in with the growing number of people who are finding beading to be a relaxing, centering experience.  Learn one or more of the various methods of beadwork:  Applique; floral or geometric, Lazy Stitch, Loom or Peyote
One day workshop, choose any date, or all:
Saturday, February 7, 2026
Saturday, March 7, 2026
Saturday, April 11, 2026                                                                                                                          Saturday, May 2, 2026
Time: 10:30 am - 4:00 pm
Each session: Cost $90.00 plus materials.

Traditional Art Retreat
Come join us for a day of hands-on indigenous traditional art, including lunch and refreshments. During this one-day retreat, you will create your own fish scale art and a bone and bead lanyard. Join us for a day of conversation and teachings.
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 10:30 am - 4:00 pm                                                                                  Cost $95.00 materials included                                                                                                  

Ceremonial Drums
Create your own ceremonial drum that will assist you in tuning into your inner voice and the vibration of Mother Earth. Drumming raises your inner awareness, brings healing, and helps to build community.
Friday, February 27, 2026, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm and
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
$300.00 Materials included.

Dream Catcher Making
Learn how to make your own dream catcher for yourself or a special gift.
Saturday, March 14, 2026 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cost $45.00 per session, all materials included.

Moose and Caribou Hair Tufting Retreat                                                                                            Come join us for two-day of hands-on learning a traditional art form including lunch and refreshments. During this retreat, you will sort, dye and sew on hide or velvet to create floral art.  It can also be applied to moccasins and garments. Two Day Retreat

Saturday, March 21, 2026, 10:30 am - 4:00 pm and Sunday, March 22, 2026, 10:30 am - 4:00 pm              Cost:$160.00 Materials included.              

Moccasin Making
Make yourself or your loved one a pair of Cree style moccasins. Decorate with beadwork if you already have the skill and finish in a variety of styles.
Two Day Workshop
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 10:30 am - 4:00 pm and
Sunday, March 29, 2026, 10:30 am  - 4:00 pm

Must have basic hand sewing skills.
Cost $125.00 plus materials (price varies depending on hide used)

Talking Stick
In the medicine wheel teachings, we honor the four directions and the elements of earth, wind, fire & water. These will be incorporated into these sticks: when used with intent it will assist in neutralizing negative emotions and help you to speak from the heart.  Create your own talking stick and learn how to use it in ceremony & meetings.
Saturday, April 18, 2026, 11:00 am -3:00 pm
$100.00 Materials included.                       

Porcupine Quillwork                                                                                                                                Learn the ancient art of applying porcupine quills on garments, bags, footwear etc.  This is an art form that has become almost obsolete. Become a part of reviving it.

Two-day workshop.

Saturday, April 25, 2026, 10:30 am - 4:00 pm   Cleaning, sorting, and dying quills.

Sunday, April 26, 2026, 10:30am - 4:00 pm      Basic techniques of sewing quills on hide                              Cost $160.00 Materials included                                                                                                    

Medicine Wheel Teaching

By learning about the wheel, we gain a deeper respect for Mother Earth and all that exists. Through understanding the travel around the wheel, we bring life-giving changes into our lives and into the world. This workshop gives insight into the ancient teachings and protocols around ceremony of our First Nations people.  From birth to Elder, learning to balance mental, spiritual, physical, and emotional being and connecting to your spirit guides/power animal is all part of the journey. Feast and lunch included.           Instructor: Yvonne Jobin, Cree Elder                                                                                                                                                  

May 9, 2026, 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
Cost $125.00

Class Cancellation Policy

• A full refund is given if a course is cancelled by Moonstone Creation. An administrative fee of $25 will be charged for each withdraw request; however, the administrative fee will be waved for a transfer to another course.
• Refunds will not be issued for any transfers.
• Refunds will not be issued for any withdraws processed within 5 business days (Monday-Friday) of course start.
• Refunds are not issued once the classes have begun or for non-attendance.                                                                           

Location: Moonstone Creation Native Gallery & Gift shop
1219 – 10 Ave SE Calgary, AB T2G 0W6                                                                                         Email: kim@moonstonecreation.ca or call (403) 261-2650
Please register at least one week prior to the class start date
Visa, MC, Debit or Cash accepted.
Instructor: Yvonne Jobin or Kim Brothers  www.moonstonecreation.ca