Key to My Heart - Beginner Beading Workshop
Schedule
Thu Mar 26 2026 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Arlington Five | Ottawa, ON
About this Event
Beadwork 101: Heart Keychain Workshop
Thursday, February 26th 6-9PM
Come hang out for a cozy evening of beading, snacks, and community ✨
We’ll be creating heart shaped flat stitch beaded keychains.
I’ll guide you through the flat stitch process step by step, so no experience is needed. You’ll leave with a finished piece (handmade by you!) and all the skills to keep beading on your own. Whether you’re a first-time beader or looking to deepen your craft, this is a relaxed, supportive space to learn, create, and connect.
🎟️ Tickets
Sliding Scale (Pay $25, $45, or $65 + HST)
Your ticket includes:
- A personalized beading kit with everything you’ll need
seed beads, keychain parts, leather backing, felt, needles, bead mat, travel kit, and a printed template designed by me - Shared tools and extra supplies
- Three hours of instruction and guidance
Sliding scale pricing helps keep beading accessible while still honouring the time, energy, and materials that go into each workshop. The true value of this experience is $65 + HST — please pay what feels appropriate for you 💖
I use Pay What You Can (PWYC) pricing to keep workshops accessible. Choose the option that fits your situation:
- STANDARD ($65)
- PAY45 ($45): Low-income with some family support or disposable income, unable to attend otherwise.
- PAY25 ($25): Low-income, no savings, minimal disposable income, unable to attend otherwise.
- SPONSORED (FREE): These tickets are available for folks who are low-income, no savings, minimal disposable income, unable to attend otherwise. Email [email protected] to claim a spot, pending availability based on donations. No explanation necessary.
- PAY IT FORWARD ($65+): Pay it forward and help keep this business sustainable while making space for others to attend.
About Me
Hi! I'm Kaytlyn Nadjiwon, a queer ojibwe beadwork artist in Ottawa. My work is all about building connection, sharing culture, and celebrating creativity. I design and create handmade beadwork pieces & facilitate private, public, and corporate workshops. To learn more about me, follow me on Instagram: ❤️
Agenda
🕑: 05:45 PM - 06:00 PM
Check-In & Get Comfy
🕑: 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Workshop
Info: Intros, Set Up, Instructions, Beading, Guidance, Chill Community Crafting! Instructions will be provided. I'll be there to help every step of the way!
🕑: 09:00 PM - 09:15 PM
Wrapping Up
Where is it happening?
Arlington Five, 5 Arlington Avenue, Ottawa, CanadaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 31.59 to CAD 79.73
