Shop Canadian Small Businesses
As a small, woman-owned, Canadian business, supporting other small, women-owned, Canadian businesses is at the heart of what we do at the workroom.
From sewing patterns designed in Montreal to embroidery kits stitched in Nova Scotia, publications conjured in Calgary, and dye kits grown right here in Toronto, we love bringing you beautifully made, thoughtfully designed products from across Canada. We've made it easier than ever to spot these Canadian makers with a special flag as you scroll through our site.
Here are just a few of the incredible makers and brands we carry:
+Kiriki Press – Cute embroidery kits from Toronto - JUST RESTOCKED!
+Hook Line & Tinker – Modern embroidery patterns from Nova Scotia
+Capstone Patterns - Thoughtful garment patterns and labels from Ontario
+Steingut Pottery – Handmade ceramics from Toronto
+Blume – Superfood latte blends from Vancouver
+Kitten and the Bear – Small-batch preserves from Toronto
+Love of Colour – Gorgeous dye kits curated in Toronto
+Closet Core – Inspiring sewing patterns from Montreal
+Soak Wash – Eco-friendly garment care made in Canada
+Sew Fine Thread Gloss – Handmade thread conditioner from Ontario
+Johanna Masko - Beautifully designed cross stitch patterns from Toronto
+Uppercase Magazine - Independently published creative books and magazines from Calgary
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Printed & Inspired : This Week’s PDF Pattern Picks
We’re constantly discovering new indie PDF sewing patterns through your A0 Wide Format print orders. Bags have been especially popular recently as well as patterns for some of our upcoming classes.
Printed & Inspired : Vintage Patterns and Class Projects
January is almost over and your A0 wide format pattern orders continue to inspire and help us discover new designers! Patterns for class like the zipper expansion pack for the Lander Pants, the Coe Trousers after our Pattern Lab earlier this month and some vintage inspiration from Charm Patterns are just a few patterns that have printed in the last couple of weeks.
Printed & Inspired : A0 Highlights To Start The New Year
The new year has begun and your A0 wide format pattern orders continue to inspire! It looks like there are some serious making plans for these cosier months and we are excited to play a part in your process. Accessories and bags have been popular recently as well as some warmer weather skirts and dresses.
