{"title":"Workshops","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"button-carving-workshop","title":"Button Carving Workshop","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAn intimate button-making workshop inspired by the collaboration of Katya Koroscil and Grays and the Ontario wool High Neck Coat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis three-hour workshop guided by Katya Koroscil will explore the translation of hand-carved wax into lasting metal objects. Working with wax as a responsive and temporary medium, participants will develop a small series of button studies, refining forms through direct material engagement before selecting one or more pieces for casting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-ff9b856c-7fff-9ed5-2f5f-f17f58a18078\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJune 11th, 2026 | 6:30–9:30 pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$225 per participant | 12 spots\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e-What's Included-\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3-hour guided workshop\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWelcome beverage courtesy of Grays\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWax materials and carving tools\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstruction and design support\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExploration of multiple button forms\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelection of one or a small series for casting\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$50 casting credit applied to final metal pieces\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolishing and finishing service included\u003cbr\u003eNatural Wine, Cider, and Beer available for purchase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e-What to Expect-\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe'll move through material exploration, hand carving techniques, and a sand casting demonstration. The focus is on process, touch, and proportion, how small, intuitive actions become permanent forms in metal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo prior experience with wax carving or metalwork is required. All instruction, materials, and tools are provided.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-Participant Options-\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate multiple button designs during the workshop\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelect one or a small series for casting\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePay additional casting cost beyond credit if needed\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePay additional for mounting hardware options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-What to Bring-\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-0d570f1c-7fff-eb64-8a44-cf121f2b6984\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eImages, examples, or a garment you'd like to design for, or simply come ready to explore form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e-Casting Options-\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelect one piece or a small series in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esterling silver, yellow bronze, white bronze, or pewter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with your choice of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehigh-shine polish or brushed finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour workshop includes a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$50 casting credit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (one 20mm sterling silver button, or multiple bronze\/pewter buttons). Larger or additional buttons are charged at the current market cost and can be weighed during the workshop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptional upgrades: gold, rush casting, special finishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-Metals Available-\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSterling silver\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePewter\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYellow bronze\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite bronze\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-Current rates (May 18, 2026)-\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-94c58467-7fff-ee6b-ea89-cb98cfa81426\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eSterling Silver $9\/g • Bronze $3–3.50\/g • Pewter $1\/g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e-Safety-\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis workshop involves sharp carving tools and open frames. When you arrive, you’ll be asked to sign a simple safety release form before we begin. Please tie back hair that is longer than shoulder length. We also recommend keeping nails short, as filing can be easier that way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticipants under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian and will use alternate tools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"grays","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42803771408446,"sku":"EVENT-BUTTONWORKSHOP","price":225.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/6166\/9950\/files\/ButtonWorkshop-Poster.jpg?v=1779216473"}],"url":"https:\/\/graystoronto.com\/fr\/collections\/workshops.oembed","provider":"grays","version":"1.0","type":"link"}