October 1st, 2009
Hi Workshoppers,
Thanks to everyone who came out for the Trunk Sale. It’s hard to believe that it was exactly one week ago! We saw so many happy ladies walk away with their “steal of a deal” deals safe in their Workshop bags. Judging by the smiles on your faces, we’re guessing that you had as much fun as we did!
Emily rocks the black 3/4 length sleeved Anna Zygowski top...
But that was then, and this is now.
And right now, we want to show you photos of some of the brand new Anna Zygowski jersey tees. Check out lovely staffer Emily modeling the gorgeous jersey tees, then come to the store to see them in person. At $65 for the 3/4 length sleeve tees and $60 for the short sleeve tees, they won’t last long!
...and the gray!
New autumn pieces are arriving at the store daily, so why not pay us a visit this weekend?
♥ Workshop.
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September 21st, 2009
Okay Workshoppers, here is our first Trunk Sale sneak peek!
When the great big box from Grob arrived at the store, we just couldn’t wait to open it. And we won’t make you wait any longer for photos.
Here is just a taste of what you’ll find at the Trunk Sale in four short days:
Super sweet tee - Past season - reg $80 - trunk sale $25!!
Gray and black top with drawstring at the waist - reg $86 - trunk sale $15! (apparently there is a defect but we couldn't find anything wrong with this sweet T!)
Brown jacket with plaid detail and buttons - Past season - $25!!
See you on Thursday, September 24, 2009 at the store (242 ½ Dalhousie St) from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm.
♥
Workshop
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September 17th, 2009
Independent designers…They are amazing, creative, brave…I love them! They have the courage to put their ideas and their style out there. Many of our designers quit stable and well-paying jobs to create for a living. That takes guts and conviction.
Day after day, they pour their hearts into creating unique and unconventional things that are fun to wear…When I try on a wacky piece by some out-there lady using a blowtorch on her kitchen table, I never fail to smile and my day becomes brighter.
Independent designers care about the people that work for them…The people who give their designs life. They choose quality over quantity every time. When a design (especially a CRAZY one) is a little off, designers work so hard to fix and adjust over and over so that it turns out just right. Don’t you think that’s lovely?
As a busy woman (and Mom to an adorable 1 ½ year old girlie!), it isn’t always easy to buy only from independent designers. I’m not a perfect soul and sometimes I just want a plain black tee or a pair of jeans. I struggle…sometimes I waver…but ultimately I love where my money goes when I buy local and when I buy Canadian. It’s just a small step but, then again, isn’t that what the bigger steps are made of?
Speaking of independent designers, the Workshop trunk sale is only one week away and I’m soooo excited! A bunch of our designers are shipping us a ton of way discounted stuff…It’s like the Holy Grail of boutique shopping…I got a haul last year. So join us on Thursday, September 24th…I’ll be the crazy one! 
♥ Bridget.
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September 10th, 2009
Have you heard? Cherry Pie is back!
Meet Christina and one of Workshop’s new recruits, the fabulous Emily, at Cherry Pie on Tuesday, September 22nd. The event starts on 7:00 pm and will be held at Lago on Dow’s Lake.
If this is your first time, Cherry Pie is “For women in business who mean business” and it’s a ton of fun. Bring your business cards, resumes, ideas and business plans and come out to schmooze with Ottawa’s best and brightest.
As well becoming inspired and energized by the amazing Ottawa women that you’ll meet, you’ll also have the opportunity to talk to the Business Development Bank of Canada who will help you understand what the bank needs to know about your business plan before you approach them for a loan. The Gowlings team of professionals will also be on hand to answer your business questions relating to taxes, contract, employees, trademarks and company protection. The cherry on top? An interactive barter board and career bar!
Doesn’t this sound sweet? It gets even sweeter: All fundraising initiatives go to the Ottawa Canine Rescue Team.
Regular tickets are $15 and they are $8 for students. To RSVP or to find out more, contact Catherine Landry by email (catherineknows@videotron.ca) or by telephone (819-776-5161).
Stay crafty kids,
♥ Workshop.
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September 3rd, 2009
You asked for it, Workshoppers!
We are so excited to announce our second TRUNK SALE of the year! The sale was such a big hit last spring that over 600 savvy shoppers came to indulge in the sweet, sweet deals.
Mark your calendars and join us at the store (242 ½ Dalhousie Street) on Thursday, September 24th, 2009 from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm.
At the sale, you’ll be treated to amazing savings of up to 70% off on past collections and samples. We’ll have extra change rooms (at least 6!) and all of our expert and helpful staff will be on hand to help you snag your deals, and generally gush about the amazing clothes and jewelry that will be on hand. Joining our lovely salesladies will be a special celebrity saleslady (hint: one of our very own fabulous designers). As if all this isn’t enough, we will also have plenty of yummy treats to keep your strength up and drinks to keep you hydrated right ’til 9:00 pm.
Are you excited yet? Because there’s more! We’re going to snap photos of the Trunk Sale stock as it arrives in the store and we’ll be posting photos on our blog so you can pick out your favourites before the big day.
We can’t wait to you on September 24th!
Stay crafty,
♥ Workshop.
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August 27th, 2009
Hi there, Workshoppers, and welcome to our new blog!
We are bursting with exciting things to blog about and we are going to be using this space to share all our great Workshop news, events, and classes.
Our blog will be so jam-packed that it’s hard to list everything that we’ll be sharing! You’ll learn all about our fabulous designers and we’ll share some cool patterns so you can be crafty along with us! You’ll hear from our fearless leaders, Bridget and Christina, as well as exciting guest bloggers. We’ll take photos of our favourite pieces and give you tips on how to wear some of our lovely and more esoteric pieces in a feature called, “How do you wear that?”.
For readers in the Ottawa area, we will be highlighting events around the capital that we think you’d like to check out. And while we’re thinking of it, we’d like to invite you to tell us about events that YOU think WE would love to check out and we’ll post it on our blog. If you see us out and about, don’t be shy, come say “hi”. We love bumping into you when we’re out on the town.
We think this is going to be a lot of fun and we’d love to know what you think so please comment away!
Til next time, stay crafty!
♥ Workshop.
PS: don’t forget to subscribe to this blog…We’ll be updating it with fresh and juicy posts every Thursday!
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February 18th, 2009
We are soooo excited to announce that Workshop’s own knitting instructor/knitwear designer and all around amazing lady, Caddy Ledbetter, is now a published author!
To celebrate the launch of her new book, written with her equally fabulous mom, Sally Melville, we are throwing a party!
Join Caddy, Sally and the rest of the Workshop gang for live music, delicious food, prizes and give aways!
We will also have copies of the book for sale so you can have buy your own copy of Mother Daughter Knits and have it signed by the authors.
Thursday March 26th, 2009
6pm to 9pm
Hope to see you there!
xoxo
The Workshop Gals
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February 18th, 2009
We’re super excited to announce our first ever trunk sale!
On Thursday March 5th from 6 to 9pm we will be selling items 5 of our
fabulous workshop designers!
Come early and check out the deals on previous collections and samples from:
KaniaDagg & StaceyGrobSoi DisantI Clothingand more!
There are lots of great deals to be had and savings of as much as 70% off! We will also have some raffle prizes and delicious treats prepared by the lovely April from Empty Pantry Solutions!
See you there!
xoxo
The Workshop Gals
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January 26th, 2009
It may be cold and wintery out there but we have afew good reasons for people to leave their housesthis month! We have sewing, knitting and jewelleryclasses coming up in February so sign up and warmup at Workshop while learning some new craftyskills!!
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: Monday Feb 9th and 16th,6pm to 7:15pm.$57, all materials included. Learn to knit a scarf.
Intermediate Knitting: Monday Feb 9th,16th & 23rd7:20pm to 8:45pm.$57, all materials included.Learn to knit a hat on double pointed needles.
Earring Love: Tuesday February 17th 6pm to 9pm.$45, all materials included.
Sewing BasicsMonday Feb 2nd 6 to 9pmORTuesday February 24th 6 to 9pm
$45 + tax, materials includedHavea sewing machine but don’t know how to use it?This class will familiarize you with your machineand teach you the basics of sewing while makingyour very own tote bag! The class includes fabricand thread, but if you would like something specific,please feel free to bring your own. Students mustbring their own sewing machine (and manual if youhave it).
**If you don’t have a machine we may havea couple on hand for use
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January 6th, 2009
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: Wednesday January 21 & 28, 6pm to 7:15pm.
$57, all materials included. Learn to knit a scarf.
Intermediate Knitting: Wednesday January 21 & 28
7:20pm to 8:45pm.
$57, all materials included. Learn to knit a hat
Sewing Basics
Monday January 19th 6-9pm
OR
Monday FEB 2nd 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.
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