we’ve just confirmed a bunch of upcoming workshops! here they are…

knitting the first stitch
friday september 21, 28 and october 5
6:30-8:30
cost $40
includes a ball of yarn in your choice of colour (image above)

this class is for complete beginners.  this three evening class will get you started on the basics of knitting including how to cast-on, knit, purl and cast-off.  while we knit we will also discuss the basics of needle and yarn selection, tension, and reading patterns. you will complete a darling coffee cup cozy which you will be sure to want to make again and again for gifts.  please bring a pair of 4.5 mm needles to the first class.


crocheting the first stitch
friday october 19 and 26
6:30-8:30
cost $25
includes a ball of cotton yarn

learn the basics of crochet in this fun two evening course.  you will learn how to chain, single and double crochet and how to apply these new skills to make a really cute cotton dishcloth! please bring a 5mm crochet hook to the first class.


knit headband
saturday november 3 and 10
6:30-8:30
cost $30
includes a ball of yarn in your choice of colour (image above)

this two evening class is for those who have basic knitting skills. making this lovely wool headband project will help you expand your skills in increasing, decreasing, ribbing, and reading abbreviated patterns. please bring a pair of 4.5 mm needles to the first class.


crochet flowers
friday november 16
cost $20
6:30-8:30
includes a ball of yarn in your choice of colour (image above)

this fun one evening class is for those who have basic crocheting skills. learn to read abbreviated patterns while you whip up several different lovely flowers which can be used to embellish any project. please bring a 4.25 mm crochet hook to the first class.



spaces are limited so register early by stopping by the shop and paying in person or by phoning the shop with a Visa or Mastercard. you can choose from the yarn colours above and we will make sure we hold it for you when you pay.  please note that 48 hours notice must be given if you are not able to make it to a class. if you are unable to attend and you have given the required notice, your class fee will be converted into store credit that may be used in the shop or on a future class.

we are also hoping to host a few ‘sew free winnipeg’ evenings with melanie wesley.  this is a “student” lead sewing class where you decide how often to come and what skills you would like to learn…make sewing your own. melanie is an inspiring instructor who’s goal is to share her love of sewing with others. we would supply the machines and any help to questions you may have! we would love to hear your thoughts, and if this would be something people are interested in!
getting crafty makes you happy!
see you soon!

we are so excited to have work by Takashi Iwasaki in the gallery this month! we are long term admirers, and feel quite lucky that we get to admire these treasures every day for a month!
this friday will be the opening for the show, along with punch and treats. we would love to see you there!

We would like to extend a HUGE thank you to those of you who came to our Winnipeg grand opening in June. It was such a lovely night to be able to welcome friends, new and old into the Studio Boutique to celebrate with us. We had such a fun time shopping, knitting, eating, drinking, visiting, and laughing with you all!

There is so much coming up in-store in the next month, so please check back later in the week to see the lovely events and workshops that are taking place.

Hello, new friends and welcome to our pretty little corner of the internet. we can’t wait to meet you, whether you are able to pop by one of our two physical spaces or not! We really hope you can drop by to say ‘hi’, look at the things, take in a workshop, make a friend, get inspired, and do some shopping. There is always something lovely going on and sweet people hanging around, so if you are in Nelson or Winnipeg please come in!

You might be wondering, what is a studio boutique? Well, Tara loves making things and loves talking to people and helping them acquire said gorgeous things. So why should she be stuck in a studio all day producing and making and crafting and creating, all alone? She had the idea to create a hybrid of the traditional artist’s studio and a boutique to feature her creations - and the creations of over 50 other Canadian makers. A studio boutique brings art and the artist to you. It’s also about community - building a community right at the studio boutique through workshops and art openings, but supporting the greater community as well by supporting local organizations and with “Working Together Wednesdays”.

We’re not pretentious, we think handmade is for everyone. You don’t have to be quirky or hip or super alternative or anything to enjoy a tiny delight. Handmade is good for the environment, supports local economies, and preserves tradition - but we won’t get preachy! It is impossible to escape mass-produced things these days, but choosing the perfect little handmade things to decorate your days and brighten your existence is is definitely manageable.

The truth is handmade is beautiful. The makers are truly, truly delighted by what they do and we think that comes through the item. Every piece holds a story, every element has been purposefully thought out - how can that not bring a smile to your face?