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Join a festive workshop in Oshawa to craft your own holiday-themed clay earrings and personalized charm necklace. No prior experience needed—just bring your creativity to this unique seasonal experience!
Join a festive workshop in Oshawa to craft your own holiday-themed clay earrings and personalized charm necklace. No prior experience needed—just bring your creativity to this unique seasonal experience!
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Operated by Parkwood National Historic Site · Oshawa, Ontario
Located in Oshawa, Ontario, the Holiday Clay Earring and Charm Necklace Workshop offers a hands-on, festive crafting experience that blends creativity with seasonal cheer. Hosted inside the charming McLaughlin Room - Carriage House at Parkwood Estate, this 2.5-hour session welcomes participants of all skill levels—no prior jewelry-making experience is required. Under the expert guidance of Jamie from Get Clayed, you’ll learn the essentials of shaping and designing lightweight holiday-themed clay earrings, choosing from classic, recognizable motifs like Christmas trees and ornaments to complement your winter wardrobe.
What truly sets this workshop apart is the carefully curated charm bar, featuring an array of high-quality gold plated, zircon, sterling silver, stainless steel, and enamel pendants. While your earrings bake to perfection, you’ll dive into assembling a unique necklace. You can opt to adorn your piece with a single charm on either an 18k gold plated or 925 sterling silver chain, or go all out by selecting up to five charms, crafting a necklace that speaks to your personal style and festive spirit. Each creation is finished with a polishing cloth, an elegant earring/necklace card, and a delicate organza bag—perfect for gift-giving or treating yourself.
Located in the heart of Oshawa, the workshop benefits from the historic ambiance of Parkwood Estate, a well-loved local landmark that enhances the entire creative process. This venue's accessibility, including wheelchair-friendly facilities, ensures a welcoming environment. The session is ideal for holiday travelers and locals alike looking to add a handmade touch to their seasonal celebrations or find a unique gift option.
With a group size capped at 30, the workshop maintains a friendly, intimate atmosphere, making it easy to connect with others who share your enthusiasm for crafting. Ample nearby parking is available, though carpooling is recommended due to limited spaces, and alternative parking can be found in adjacent neighborhoods or at Lakeridge Health facilities.
Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a first-time jewelry maker, this festive workshop combines the joy of hands-on creativity with the spirit of the holidays, right in the vibrant community of Oshawa. Perfect for a casual outing or a special occasion, it offers a memorable way to celebrate the season while taking home holiday keepsakes you made yourself.
easy.
2–3 hours.
No special fitness required; this is a seated crafting workshop suited to a wide range of physical abilities.
No experience is required; detailed step-by-step instructions and all materials are provided.
Participants must be at least 14 years old to join this workshop.
Yes, all necessary tools and materials including charms and jewelry components are included.
Absolutely! You can personalize your necklace by choosing between a single charm or multiple charms from the high-end charm bar.
Yes, the McLaughlin Room at Parkwood Estate is wheelchair accessible.
Parking is limited onsite; additional free parking is available in adjacent neighborhoods, with paid options at Lakeridge Health lots.
Parkwood Estate, built in the early 20th century, is a National Historic Site showcasing Edwardian architecture and elegant gardens in Oshawa.
Parkwood Estate promotes sustainable cultural tourism by preserving its historic buildings and natural landscape for future generations.
Parkwood National Historic Site in Oshawa, Ontario preserves a rich cultural setting and offers a broad calendar of public programming that blends historic interpretation with hands-on experiences. The site presents guided tours and interpreted performances such as Servants' Tours and themed walks, alongside practical workshops in crafts, food, and floral design. Programming includes seasonal markets like Retro Fest Vendor Market and Winter Fest Vendor Market, community-focused events such as Parkwood Christmas Tours and The Way Home Film Location Bus Tour, and creative workshops covering stained glass, candle making, holiday wreaths, pottery, perfume making, and culinary demonstrations. Several workshops are taught by named instructors or partners noted in event listings — for example, stained glass sessions led by Emilie Shipman-Wight and Meghan Murphy and perfume-making presented by Dakaari Fragrance House. Parkwood also stages horticultural programs in its greenhouses, including floral arrangement workshops and guided garden tours led by site staff. Parkwood’s event listings show a mix of ticketed and free events and seasonal sell-outs, reflecting active community engagement. The site's public programs combine interpretive tours with hands-on learning opportunities across craft, food, horticulture, and holiday-themed experiences. All descriptions and event listings are presented in third person and reflect the programming and partnerships publicly listed for Parkwood National Historic Site.
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