Well, School is back in full swing. Whether you have to get up every day and actually leave your house to attend or you just roll out of bed and login into your computer to join online classes, you will probably need a pen at one point or another. Who says those pens have to … Continue reading Marbleized Pencils
Piet Mondrian — Composition Red, Yellow and Blue Suncatcher Art
Add some colour to your windows by recreating a simple yet sophisticated suncatcher in the style of Piet Mondrian an abstract artist popular during the first half of the 20th century. Window Paint -- White Glue mixed with a couple of dollops of paint to tint the glue for paintingWax paperRuler or a straight edgePencilPaint … Continue reading Piet Mondrian — Composition Red, Yellow and Blue Suncatcher Art
Festival du Voyager Activities
Every Year, during one of the coldest weeks of February, Manitobans hold a giant out door festival celebrating the history of the fur trade. It brings French Canadian Voyageurs, Metis and First Nations histories back to life in one of the largest winter festivals in Western Canada. Each year there are Fiddling & Jigging Contests, … Continue reading Festival du Voyager Activities
Wooden Canoe
Going on a canoe trip is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and to explore much of Canada. It was also the main mode of transportation for the Voyagers of the fur trade. They crossed the country countless times down rivers and streams with their canoes and when traveling by river was not possible … Continue reading Wooden Canoe
Métis-Inspired Sash Bracelet
The Sash is a big part of the Metis and Voyager culture. The sash was used by the Métis as a practical item of clothing. It was decorative, warm and could be used to replace a rope if needed. The sash is one of the most recognized garments worn by the Métis. Traditionally, the sash … Continue reading Métis-Inspired Sash Bracelet
Chocolate Pear Cake
Halfway through January, you know the weather is only going to get colder, and cold weather calls for baking. Muffins, cookies, cupcakes, breads, and cakes. Its a time to bake all your old favorites and to try new ones. This Chocolate Pear Cake is sure to become one of your all time favorites and the … Continue reading Chocolate Pear Cake
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