Introduction to Leatherwork and Beadwork Workshop

During this workshop, participants will learn to make their own beaded medicine pouch. Participants will learn flat stitch beadwork and have access to traditional materials, including moose and deer leather. Traditional teachings are woven throughout the workshop lesson. Some examples include beading as medicine, sacred medicines, and how to harvest in accordance with Anish ways.

All materials are provided.

Saturday, August 9 from 10:00 AM- 2:00 PM. There will be a 30-minute break for lunch. We recommend bringing a lunch or stopping by the Dandelion Cafe on site.

Registration: Public $67, TBG Members $57 (plus applicable taxes and fees)

About Lee Ouimette

Lee Ouimette is a member of Adele’s Bear Band, Robinson Huron Treaty of 1850. Lee learned the art of beading as a child from a healer in the Grand River community. Lee loves to teach the art of leatherwork and beadwork because it is a form of Medicine to her, allowing her to continue to pass on her knowledge and ensure the next generation has the chance to access traditional ways of knowing and being.

Lee holds a B.A. in paralegal studies. Lee published an article through Humber College in 2019 titled “Education and Indigenous Access to Justice.” Lee’s Indigenous Boutique began operations in 2020 after the Pandemic shut down the Pow Wow Trail, leaving the family business and launching an exclusive beadwork & medicine website. In 2022, Lee expanded her business and now offers catering for private events. The limited menu showcases traditional compote and post-colonial indigenous foods.

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