Creative team building through beadwork
CORPORATE BEADWORK WORKSHOPS IN OTTAWA
Make something together. Connect along the way.
Bring your team together for a welcoming, hands-on beadwork workshop led by Ottawa-based Ojibwe artist Kaytlyn Nadjiwon, founder of Indigenous-owned Soft But Sturdy Beadwork.
Designed for staff retreats, team-building days, and employee engagement events, these beginner-friendly workshops offer a chance to slow down, learn something new, and connect through the shared experience of creating.
With step-by-step guidance, room for creativity, and all materials provided, each workshop is thoughtfully adapted to your group's needs.
A hands-on way to bring your team together
MAKE something together
Participants learn and create side by side, with room for conversation and individual creativity. These workshops work well for staff retreats, team-building days, and onboarding, giving colleagues time to learn a new skill and make something together.
BeGINNER-FRIENDLY workshops
Clear, step-by-step guidance helps first-time beaders get started.
Materials included
Beading materials and a take-home kit are included for each participant.
90 MINUTES
CREATIVE CONNECTION
A short, beginner-friendly project with prepared designs and a limited colour selection. Materials are included.
$650
up to 10 participants
+$45 per additional participant
Maximum group size: 20
3 HOURS
BEADWORK 101
A longer beginner-friendly workshop with more time to learn and create. Materials are included.
$900
up to 10 participants
+$60 per additional participant
Maximum group size: 20
5 HOURS
Creative Immersion
More time to explore beadwork techniques and complete a more involved project.
Custom Quote
Pricing depends on the project and group size.
All prices are in Canadian dollars, plus applicable taxes.
Community & nonprofit workshops
I’m especially interested in working with organizations whose values align with mine.
If you’re part of a nonprofit, registered charity, or grassroots community group, I’d love to hear about your work and explore whether a beadwork workshop could be a good fit.
A limited number of reduced-rate workshops may be available, depending on the project, budget, and schedule.
What Beadwork Has Taught Me
In my workshops, your team steps out of the usual pressure to solve and produce. I guide everyone through a beginner beadwork project from my own perspective and practice. With your hands busy, there’s room to slow down and be in the moment. Beadwork helps me quiet my mind, and I’ve found that quiet can make room for fresh ideas. I bring that unhurried feeling into the workshop, without any pressure to get it perfect.
Beadwork connects me to my culture and has taught me that teaching a skill can also be a shared experience. In my workshops, I carry that forward by sharing what I’ve learned and helping participants find confidence in their own work.
featured by the ottawa hospital
In June 2025, The Ottawa Hospital invited Kaytlyn to lead a beading workshop for Indigenous and 2SLGBTQIA+ staff and their allies: a collaboration between the hospital's Indigenous Employee Network and Pride Community@TOH. Over two hours, participants filled a boardroom with conversation, laughter, and colourful seed beads, leaving with both a handmade piece and a take-home kit to continue at their own pace.
The Ottawa Hospital documented the experience in a full photo essay, capturing what happens when people slow down, make something with their hands, and let their guard down together.
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Booking Logistics
Location and setup
Workshops are held at your venue. The room should have tables, chairs, good lighting, and access to outlets. A TV or projector and Wi-Fi help with demonstrations. Shared tools and workshop materials are provided. If you need a venue, I can look into rental options at additional cost.
Accessibility
Please share accessibility needs in advance so we can discuss the project and setup. Bead size is the main practical limitation.
Travel
Travel within Ottawa is included. Travel outside Ottawa will be included in your quote.
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No. Workshops are beginner friendly, with step-by-step instruction.
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Workshop materials are included, along with a take-home kit for each participant. Shared tools are provided.
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Workshops are typically held at your venue. If you need a venue, I’m happy to look into rental options at additional cost.
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Send an inquiry with your preferred date, estimated group size, and workshop choice. I’ll follow up about availability and a quote.
frequently asked questions
Plan a workshop for your team
Tell me a little about your group, preferred date, and workshop idea.
If you’re planning programming for Indigenous History Month, Orange Shirt Day, or Pride Month, please include the event’s context and goals so we can discuss whether a beadwork workshop would be a good fit. I’ll follow up about availability and next steps.