Skills Shop North

05/30/2026

☀️ Too hot to sit outside? Come escape the heat and spend the afternoon beading with us, Today Saturday May 30th from 1:30pm-5:30pm!

Join us for a FREE Beaded RFID-Blocking Wallet Workshop and create a beautiful handmade wallet that's as practical as it is unique. Thanks to Vale for sponsoring these workshops in support of Mental Health Awareness Month, all materials and instruction are fully covered.

Choose from a variety of faux leather colours and fabric linings to make your wallet truly one of a kind. Each wallet also includes RFID-blocking material to help protect your cards from unwanted scanning while they're safely tucked inside.

Our shop may not have air conditioning, but with 6 large ceiling fans keeping the air moving, it's a great place to relax, bead, chat, and enjoy some good company away from the summer sun.

📍 Skills Shop North – 57 Hayes Rd, Bay 8, Thompson, MB

✨ Location tip: We are located in the Pro-Start building. Our entrance is on the back right side of the building, across from Norman Glass.

✔️ Free workshop
✔️ RFID-blocking material included
✔️ Beginner-friendly
✔️ Choose your own colours and fabrics
✔️ Beautiful selection of miyuki seed beads to choose from
✔️ Limited seating available

Drop in and create with us! Most wallets take approximately 3 hours to complete, so feel free to join us for a relaxing afternoon of beading and conversation.

Send a message to learn more

05/26/2026

✨ Looking for something fun to do tonight from 6–8pm?

We’ve got 5 spots open for tonight’s Flat Beaded Keychain Workshop!

No need to register on Eventbrite for these last 5 spots. Come down to 57 Hayes Rd., Bay 8, Thompson, MB (ProStart building/ back right side) and bead with us 🙂 First come, first serve! Beginners welcome.

05/23/2026

✨ Last Minute Opening! ✨

We have one spot that has opened up for today’s Beading Wristlet Workshop starting at 1:30 PM at Skills Shop North!

If you’ve been wanting to learn beadwork and make your own wristlet, this is your sign 👀

Come spend the afternoon creating with us in a fun and welcoming space.

Address: 57 Hayes Rd, Bay 8, Thompson, MB (parking and door is on the right side of building behind the white utility truck)
Time: 1:30 PM today

⚠️ Only 1 spot available

Register on Eventbrite through this QR code or on the app/website before it’s over

05/21/2026

🌟 Attention 🌟

We would like to inform you that we will be closed today from 3 PM to 5 PM. However, we will reopen our doors from 5 PM to 8 PM. Thank you for your understanding! We look forward to seeing you later! 🛠️ -Brittany

05/08/2026

🌟 Important Update! 🌟

We're currently closed as I’m out dropping off flyers around the community. We’ll be back open today from 6 PM to 8 PM!

Feel free to stop by then to grab some info and say hi. Thanks for your understanding! 😊

Skills Shop North
Brittany McIvor

05/07/2026

🌸 MAY WORKSHOPS ARE HERE 🌸

We’re excited to announce that SIX community workshops this month are proudly sponsored by Vale at Skills Shop North! Thanks to their support, all material, instructors, and shop fees are fully covered for participants.

This month’s sponsored workshops include:
Beaded Wristlet
Flat Beaded Keychain
5" Dreamcatcher
RFID Blocking Beaded Wallet
6" Dreamcatcher

Whether you’re interested in beadwork, cultural crafting, or learning something new in a welcoming creative space, there’s something for everyone this month 🙂

📍 Skills Shop North
57 Hayes Rd, Bay 8, Thompson, MB

⚠️ Registration is required and limited to one spot per person to help keep attendance organized and fair for all participants. Please sign up with a valid email as we will send confirmation near the workshop date you signed up for.

Sign up on Eventbrite by scanning the QR code on the calendar or by searching “Skills Shop North” on the Eventbrite app or website.

Ekosi/Masi Cho/Thank you to Vale for helping make these workshops accessible to our community 💚

04/11/2026

Hey everyone! 👋🏽

We wanted to let you know that our shop will be closed today due to city water repairs. But don’t worry!

We’ll be back and ready to serve you on Tuesday from 3 PM to 8 PM. Thank you for your understanding, and we can’t wait to see you then! 😊😊 -Brittany

03/27/2026

We are hopping into spring with an Easter-themed workshop, a beading workshop, and three woodworking workshops 🙂

Join us for a relaxed afternoon of painting, a calm evening of beading, and a hands-on experience bringing your own woodworking project to life.

Taking place at Skills Shop North, 57 Hayes Rd, Bay 8, R8N1M3, Thompson, MB.

Registration is required.

The cost covers materials.

Sign up on Eventbrite by scanning the QR code or by searching for Skills Shop North on the Eventbrite app or website.

03/07/2026

Thompson friends, want to learn how to make your own beaded wallet that actually protects your cards too?

💳✨ Make Your Own Beaded RFID Wallet! ✨💳

Learn how to create a stunning hand-beaded wallet while adding a hidden RFID-blocking layer that helps protect your debit and credit cards from electronic scanning.

This workshop is perfect for beginners and anyone who loves beadwork, handmade crafts, or learning new skills.

Costs includes: All materials, just show up and bead!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1984162126332?aff=oddtdtcreator

03/06/2026

Skills Shop North – March Workshop Lineup!

Looking for something creative to do this March? We’ve got a full lineup of hands-on workshops where you can learn new skills, make something amazing, and spend time creating with community.

This month’s workshops include:
✨ Medicine Bag Making
✨ Dreamcatcher Workshop
✨ Beaded Fringe Earrings
✨ Beaded Wristlet Workshop

All workshops are beginner-friendly and the cost covers all materials needed to complete your project. Whether you're brand new or experienced to beading, love working with your hands, and trying something new. These sessions are a great way to relax, learn, and create something meaningful.

📅Check out the March calendar for dates and times.
🎟Spots are limited for each workshop.

Register on Eventbrite by searching Skills Shop North or scanning the QR code on the calendar.

Bring a friend and come create with us this March!