On June 1st, our friend, Haudenosaunee artisan, Susan Hill, will be returning to McDougall Cottage to lead another of her popular beading workshops. This time around, Susan will be showing participants how to create an Orange Shirt Day pin. This special symbol is worn on September 30th in the spirit of Truth and Reconciliation and to show a collective commitment to ensure that Every Child Matters.
Over the course of the afternoon, Susan will be teaching participants how to create this beaded pin on a leather backing and everyone will take with them a very special handmade piece.
This workshop is best for people age 12 years and up.
Susan’s workshops fill up fast, so be sure to reserve your spot today! Space is limited.
Cost: $60 per person, plus HST (includes all materials and instruction)
Indigenous members of the community will receive a discounted workshop fee by using the code: Beading90
PLEASE NOTE:
March 7 to May 1– Priority registration for Indigenous members of the community.
May 2 to May 26– General registration.
About Susan:
Susan Hill is a Haudenosaunee artisan and member of the Cayuga Nation living in Ohsweken on Six Nations of the Grand River Territory. She is self-taught in making moccasins and was mentored by her mother Millie throughout her years of beading. Susan is the sole proprietor of Hill's Creations with over 25 years of experience.
