Store Events


Take a look at all the fun things we have planned for you! This page is updated regularly, but you can also sign up for our newsletter and follow us on Facebook or Instagram so you won't miss a thing!


Official Janome Launch Event

Join us as we host Janome Canada Education Manager Michael Smith for our official Janome launch!

For over 100 years, the Janome brand has pushed the boundaries of the sewing market, inspiring creativity in every stitch. Since 1978, Janome has proudly operated within Canada, providing sewists across the country with industry-leading home sewing, quilting and embroidery machines.

On the weekend of September 20-21, we will be hosting a series of lectures and demonstrations of these amazing machines, with Janome expert Michael Smith. Learn about the incredible capabilities of Janome machines and specialized feet- check out the website for more detailed info on each session.

Please note: You may sign up for multiple sessions. Refreshments will be provided and you'll receive $10 off (per session booked) on any purchases made during the launch event.

Find more details about individual sessions and sign-up info here.

Summer BINGO

School's out, and camping/cottage/beach/market/too-hot-to-leave-the-house season is here- but we'd love to see you over the summer!

We've put together a fun little BINGO sheet for you to play throughout July and August. Pick up a copy in-store or request one in your online order, and check off the boxes that apply. For every line you complete (vertical, horizontal, diagonal, or four corners) you'll receive a 10$ Fabrications gift card! Fill out the whole card and submit it by August 31st, to be entered to win a 100$ gift card!

Match each purchase to a single BINGO square; individual purchases can not be used to fill multiple squares. There are also many squares that don’t require making a purchase, like following us on TikTok or leaving a Google review. And don't forget the FREE space in the middle! To claim your prize, simply show us your completed card! Either bring it in to Fabrications, or email us a photo.

Maker's Dozen Challenge

Join our monthly challenge to make things from your stash!

Each finished object is worth one entry into the monthly draw for one of three $25 gift cards. If the FO meets the month's craft theme or colour, additional entries are earned. If you share your project on our Facebook Sewcial Group, or tag us on Instagram you’ll receive another bonus entry. FOs can be any category of fibre art (knitting, crochet, weaving, sewing, quilting, embroidery, cross stitch) in any month. There is no need to always make an item that matches the craft theme or colour of the month.

Download the printable HERE to help you keep track, or find it under Freebies

Please use this Google form to submit your draw entries: bit.ly/40qCUaf 

Number of entries is unlimited. Draw for a 25$ gift card will take place on the last day of each month, via random number generator.

At the end of the year, we will draw from all of the entries for three grand prizes of $100 each!

Calabogie Sewing Retreat

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If you'd like to be added to the waitlist, please send us an email at hello@fabricationsottawa.com 

Fabrications invites you to join us for our first sewing retreat since 2019!  Enjoy a weekend getaway at the foot of scenic Dickson Mountain for three days of sewing, community, and relaxation. Retreat attendees will spend a three day weekend at the newly renovated Calabogie Peaks Resort Hotel.  Bring your own projects and let us take care of everything else.  We'll have experienced staff on hand to give guidance and advice about a wide range of projects, and help you make the most of your time.Space is limited to just 24 attendees. What's included:
  • a casual check-in, anytime after 2pm (exact time to be confirmed closer to the date) on Thursday evening
  • access to our sewing room from check in, all day Friday, all day Saturday, and until lunch time on Sunday.  Exact hours when the room will be locked and unlocked for security purposes to be determined closer to the date
  • all meals, refreshments and snacks on Friday and Saturday
  • breakfast, lunch, and refreshments on Sunday
  • a luxurious room shared by just two people
  • nightly bonfires for decompressing and relaxing
  • a fun group mystery sew-along, with all supplies and tools included
  • swag bag with the basics you may have forgotten to bring, plus fun goodies
  • specialty tools, machines, irons and ironing boards brought from the store.  No need to bring your own. 
  • exclusive access to fresh new products, and premium irons and ironing boards used during the retreat at amazing discounts.
  • games and surprises all weekend
  • use of the hotels pool and outdoor hot tub
  • free access to the Resorts property and walking trails
Fees:
  • Retreat may be paid in full for $650
  • or
  • You can secure your seat for a non-refundable deposit of $250, with $200 installments made on April 1st and August 1st
  • Retreat is non-refundable, but if you find you need to withdraw, we can offer you store credit, minus the deposit of $250 until August 15th.  After August 15th, no refunds are possible. 
  • Retreat fees do not include room charges.
We have reserved 12 rooms, each with two Queen beds. We will assign Retreat attendees to shared rooms, or match you with a friend upon request. Registration fee does not include the room booking fee.  Upon registration you will be contacted with information on how to reserve your shared room directly with Calabogie Peaks Resort. Shared rooms are an additional $97.50 per night ($292.50 in total) plus taxes, to be paid directly to Calabogie Peaks Resort upon check-out. The Resort does have a few rooms with single King sized beds.  If you would like to attend the retreat and bring along a guest or partner who would like to golf, mountain bike, relax, or explore the area, please contact us.  We can add your guest to our meal plan for an additional fee, and facilitate reserving a King room for you and your guest. King rooms can be booked with the hotel for $195 per night. Guests are welcome to arrive early on Thursday (exact time TBD) and can either dine in the Hotel restaurant, or at one of the delicious cafes in Calabogie.  You are welcome to set up as soon as you arrive and start sewing right away! The Resort has elevators to access rooms on the second and third floors, and there are no steps from the parking lot to the conference room where we will be sewing.  There is ample free parking as well.  Calabogie Peaks Resort is approximately a 1 hour drive from the store, and we're happy to help connect Retreat attendees who would like to carpool.