I’m a maker, teacher, and founder of the workroom, a fabric shop, a creative sewing studio and community space nestled in a historic general store in Sprucedale, Ontario. My roots are in photography, colour theory, and design. My passion is helping people feel confident, calm, and connected through making.
What’s lighting me up right now:
Making with Meaning, creating colour palettes, and the shared joy of learning something new in community.
A warm, welcoming space to connect, learn, and make together, wherever you are. Join the workroom studio, our online membership community.
Retreats, workshops, and seasonal events held at our studio in Sprucedale. Gather with others for rest, inspiration, and deep making.
Be the first to know what's happening at the workroom with a weekly note from Karyn, landing every Friday. Expect reflections, behind-the-scenes peeks, workshop news, and thoughtful things to inspire your weekend making.
Want to keep up with what I’m making, sharing, and thinking about?
Instagram : @make_something - daily peeks into my handmade life + Me-Made May
Blog : www.makesomething.ca - an archive of my personal projects
Substack : @karynvalino - Make Something Gems, my newest project for makers who want to level up their craft, one gem at a time.
