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Heartful Classes

Come create with us.

Everything Heartful Abilities is running right now, online and in person around Ottawa.

Start Your Own BusinessIn personIn the communityOnline classesFor organizations

Special program

Our featured program for adults with developmental disabilities.

Heartful Ventures Start Your Own Business flyer
Special program · Small groups

Start Your Own Business

9 sessions · groups of up to 5

A small-group series helping adults with developmental disabilities plan, build and promote their own business, including a website, video, social media and selling online.

9 small-group sessions · A new group starts once 5 people sign up

In person, Ottawa area

Hands-on workshops with all materials ready for you.

Bling It On! Jewelry Art and Instant Pot Morning flyer
In person · Silver Spring Studio

Bling It On! Jewelry Art & Instant Pot Morning

Saturday, Nov 7 · 9:30 am–1:00 pm

Two workshops in one morning. Create a sparkling 5×5 framed holiday piece (snowman, holiday tree, holiday bulb or wreath) from vintage pieces, costume jewelry, pearls and crystals, then watch an Instant Pot cooking demo and enjoy lunch together. No experience needed. At Silver Spring Studio, 1705 Robertson Rd., Ottawa.

$45 per person, kit and lunch included · Only 20 spots · Specially priced because this morning will be photographed, filmed and livestreamed
Deck the Halls with Darlene flyer
In person · The Well Café

Deck the Halls with Darlene

Saturday, Nov 28 · 1:00–4:00 pm

Make a holiday wreath or outdoor urn arrangement. Evergreen is provided; bring a wreath or urn and holiday decor to use.

Free · Please bring a non-perishable food item for the Lanark County Interval House pantry
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In person · Book a date

Jewelry Art Workshop

6 hours · scheduled with you

A full-day, hands-on class turning vintage pieces, costume jewelry, pearls and crystals into a framed piece of art. No experience needed.

$100 per person

Where I'm teaching in the community

Classes I've been booked to lead for community partners. Registration is through each host.

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Hosted by the Town of Arnprior

Holiday Wreath-Making Workshop

Friday, Dec 11 · 1:00–3:00 pm · Arnprior

A hands-on wreath-making workshop led by Darlene. Materials are provided by the host.

Registration and location details through the Town of Arnprior.

Online, live on Zoom

Your kit is mailed to you, and you create along with Darlene from home.

Holiday tree jewelry art in a white frame
Online · Live on Zoom

Holiday Jewelry Art Series

Tuesdays, Nov 10 – Dec 1 · 7:00–8:30 pm ET

Four evenings, four framed 5×5 keepsakes: Snowman, Holiday Tree, Holiday Bulb and Wreath. Your kit is mailed to you, and Darlene guides you step by step.

$55 per class with kit · $199 for all 4
An angel jewelry art kit unpacked: frame, jewelry pieces, pattern and tools
Online · Live on Zoom

Holiday Gift Classes

Wednesdays · 7:00–8:30 pm ET

Make a one-of-a-kind gift, one class at a time. Initial (Nov 11 & Dec 2) · Flower Bouquet (Nov 18 & Dec 9) · Angel (Nov 25). The Dec 9 class dries in time to wrap.

$55 per class, kit included · $199 for all 4 · Shipping extra
For Organizations

Bring a workshop to your group.

Workshops for community centres, churches, workplaces, retirement residences, day programs, group homes and public events. 35+ years serving our community. Vulnerable sector screened.