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SUMMARY:Sink & Faucet Repair carryingplace
DESCRIPTION:Stop the Drip. Start the Doing.\nA Hands-On Sink & Faucet Repair Workshop for Women\nOnly 8 Spots Available \n\n📅 Wednesday\, April  22\, 2026\n🕡 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM\n📍 Fawn Over Market\, 22186 Loyalist Pkwy\, Carrying Place\n\nThe Promise\nMaster your plumbing on a real sink mock-up before you ever touch your own pipes. \n👉 Reserve one of 8 spots \nWhy This Workshop Exists\nSmall plumbing issues turn into big stress fast. \nA dripping faucet wastes water. A clogged P-trap becomes an emergency. But the biggest drain isn’t the leak — it’s the mental load of not knowing what’s happening under your own sink. \nUnderstanding your home reduces stress\, saves money\, and builds independence. This isn’t about becoming a plumber. \nIt’s about not feeling helpless in your own house. \nWhat Makes This Different\nYou won’t just watch. You’ll work on a custom sink mock-up rig (no running water\, no pressure\, no risk). \nYou’ll: \n\nFeel the tension of the wrench\nPractice removing and reinstalling parts\nMake mistakes safely\nBuild muscle memory before you ever touch your own sink\n\nNo rushing. No mansplaining. No one taking the tools out of your hands. \nIn Two Hands-On Hours\, You’ll Learn:\n\nHow to safely shut off water and avoid a flood.\nThe difference between washer and cartridge faucets — and how to diagnose each.\nRemove and reinstall a faucet confidently.\nTake apart and clean the drain properly (the #1 cause of slow sinks).\nWhat you actually need — and what’s overkill.\nWhen to DIY — and when to call a plumber.\n\nLet’s go from “What if I mess this up?” To: “I can handle this!” \nChoose Your Experience\nThe Essential Workshop – $85\n✔ Full 2-hour hands-on workshop \n✔ Practice time with the mock sink \n✔ Pro-grade Teflon tape \n✔ “No-Panic” Sink Repair Guide \nThe Ready-For-Anything Bundle – $120\n✔ Everything in the Essential Workshop \n✔ Sink Saviour Bundle\, including: \n\n\n\nLow-profile catch bucket (fits tight cabinets)\nReplacement P-trap assembly\nZip-It drain cleaning tool\n\n\n\nBest value for those who want to leave fully equipped. \nThis Workshop Is For You If:\n\nYou’re a new homeowner tired of feeling unsure\nYou’re managing repairs on your own\nYou’ve used tools before but want clarity\nYou’re done avoiding plumbing because it feels intimidating\n\nThis is practical\, foundational confidence. \nThis Is NOT For:\n\nLicensed plumbers.\nTrade certification seekers.\nFull renovation training.\n\nThis is real-world homeowner skill-building. \nMy Guarantee to You\nIf you don’t leave feeling significantly more confident handling a sink leak\, come talk to me at the end of the night and I’ll make it right. \nNo stress. No leaks. Just empowerment. \nSeats are intentionally limited so everyone gets real sink time. \nClick HERE to Register!
URL:https://canadianhandywoman.com/event/sink-faucet-repair-carryingplace/
LOCATION:Fawn Over Market\, Carrying Place\, 22186 Loyalist Pkwy\, Carrying Place\, ON\, K8V 5P7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Handywoman Event,In-person Event
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SUMMARY:Patch & Paint Workshop May 5 2026
DESCRIPTION:Wall Rescue: Patch & Paint Essentials Workshop\nGot a scuff\, dent\, or hole in your wall that’s been bugging you? It’s easier to fix than you think — and I’ll show you how. \nJoin me\, Tammy from Canadian Handywoman\, for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to patch and paint like a pro. Designed by women\, for women\, this session covers everything from small drywall repairs to painting tips for crisp edges and smooth finishes. You’ll get the skills\, confidence\, and know-how to take care of those little fixes around your home without calling for help. \nWhat you’ll learn:\n\nHow to repair small holes and dents in drywall\nHow to sand\, prime\, and prep like a pro\nPainting techniques for smooth\, streak-free results\nThe best tools and products for the job — and how to actually use them\n\nThis isn’t a watch-and-learn kind of evening — you’ll practice each step yourself in a supportive\, no-pressure environment. No experience needed\, just curiosity and a willingness to learn. \nEvent Details\n\nDate: Tuesday\, May 5th 2026 • 6:30–8:00 PM\nLocation: Wallbridge Loyalist Road & the 401\, Belleville\nCost: $115 (HST included)\n\nIf you’re planning to update a room\, repair walls before painting\, or simply want to feel more capable with tools in hand\, this workshop is for you. \nThis Workshop Is For You If:\n\nYou’re a homeowner who’s tired of feeling unsure\nYou’re handling things on your own and want to feel more confident\nYou’ve been avoiding small fixes because they feel more complicated than they should\n\nThis Is NOT For:\n\nLicensed tradespeople\nAnyone looking for certification or formal training\nFull renovation or advanced-level work\n\nThis is about real-world skills and practical confidence in your own home. \nClick HERE to get your seat today and save your spot — your walls (and your confidence) will thank you!
URL:https://canadianhandywoman.com/event/patch-paint-workshop/
LOCATION:Wallbridge Loyalist & the 401\, Belleville\, Belleville\, ON
CATEGORIES:Handywoman Event,In-person Event
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SUMMARY:Hang It Right May 12 2026
DESCRIPTION:Hang It Right\nA Hands-On\, Confidence-Building\, Drill & Anchor Workshop for Women\nHang it right the first time. No guesswork. No extra holes. \nHang It Up is a hands-on DIY workshop designed to take the fear and frustration out of hanging pictures and wall décor. If you’ve ever stared at a wall wondering “Do I need a drill for this?” or “What anchor won’t wreck my drywall?” — this workshop is for you. \nIn a supportive\, no-judgment space\, you’ll learn the basics\, try them yourself\, and leave knowing you can hang things securely and confidently at home. \nThis isn’t a lecture. You’ll actually use the tools. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n\nWhen to use a screwdriver vs. a drill\nHow to choose the right anchor for different wall types and weights\nHow to measure\, mark\, and level properly\nHow to drive screws without stripping or cracking drywall\nHow to hang pictures and décor securely — the first time\n\nWhat Makes This Workshop Different\n✔ Hands-on practice with drills and anchors \n✔ Beginner-friendly — no experience required \n✔ Small group so you get real support \n✔ Calm\, practical instruction (no jargon\, no pressure) \nYou’ll leave with: \n\nLess fear of tools\nFewer wall repairs\nNo more avoiding hanging projects\nConfidence that carries into other DIY tasks\n\nWho This Is For\n\nWomen who want their home to feel finished — without the stress\nHomeowners or renters tired of crooked frames and wall damage\nAnyone who’s avoided hanging things because they’re unsure or nervous\nWomen who want to feel more confident using basic tools\n\nBeginners are more than welcome. \nWhat You’ll Walk Away With\n\nThe ability to confidently hang pictures and wall décor using the right tool and anchor\nTrust in yourself to do it properly — without second-guessing\n\nWorkshop Details\n\nLocation: Wallbridge Loyalist Road & the 401\, Belleville\, ON\nWhen: Tuesday May 12\, 2026 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm\nCost: $115 (includes HST)\nFormat: Hands-on\, in-person\nSpots: Limited to 8 participants\nTools provided (you’re welcome to bring your own if you’d like)\n\nReady to Hang It Right?\nSave your spot and build your confidence — hands on. \n👉 Click HERE to register \n👉 Hang it right the first time
URL:https://canadianhandywoman.com/event/hang-it-right/
LOCATION:Wallbridge Loyalist & the 401\, Belleville\, Belleville\, ON
CATEGORIES:Handywoman Event,In-person Event
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SUMMARY:Sink & Faucet Repair Session May 26 2026
DESCRIPTION:Stop the Drip. Start the Doing.\nA Hands-On Sink & Faucet Repair Workshop for Women\nOnly 8 Spots Available \n\n📅 Tuesday\, May  26\, 2026\n🕡 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM\n📍 Wallbridge Loyalist Road & the 401\, Belleville\n\nThe Promise\nMaster your plumbing on a real sink mock-up before you ever touch your own pipes. \n👉 Reserve one of 8 spots \nWhy This Workshop Exists\nSmall plumbing issues turn into big stress fast. \nA dripping faucet wastes water. A clogged P-trap becomes an emergency. But the biggest drain isn’t the leak — it’s the mental load of not knowing what’s happening under your own sink. \nUnderstanding your home reduces stress\, saves money\, and builds independence. This isn’t about becoming a plumber. \nIt’s about not feeling helpless in your own house. \nWhat Makes This Different\nYou won’t just watch. You’ll work on a custom sink mock-up rig (no running water\, no pressure\, no risk). \nYou’ll: \n\nFeel the tension of the wrench\nPractice removing and reinstalling parts\nMake mistakes safely\nBuild muscle memory before you ever touch your own sink\n\nNo rushing. No mansplaining. No one taking the tools out of your hands. \nYou’ll Learn:\n\nHow to safely shut off water and avoid a flood.\nThe difference between washer and cartridge faucets — and how to diagnose each.\nRemove and reinstall a faucet confidently.\nTake apart and clean the drain properly (the #1 cause of slow sinks).\nWhat you actually need — and what’s overkill.\nWhen to DIY — and when to call a plumber.\n\nLet’s go from “What if I mess this up?” To: “I can handle this!” \nThis Workshop Is For You If:\n\nYou’re a new homeowner tired of feeling unsure\nYou’re managing repairs on your own\nYou’ve used tools before but want clarity\nYou’re done avoiding plumbing because it feels intimidating\n\nThis is practical\, foundational confidence. \nThis Is NOT For:\n\nLicensed plumbers.\nTrade certification seekers.\nFull renovation training.\n\nThis is real-world homeowner skill-building. \nThis is your sign\nNo stress. No leaks. Just empowerment. Seats are intentionally limited so everyone gets real sink time. \nClick HERE to Register!
URL:https://canadianhandywoman.com/event/sink-faucet-repair-session/
LOCATION:Wallbridge Loyalist & the 401\, Belleville\, Belleville\, ON
CATEGORIES:Handywoman Event,In-person Event
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SUMMARY:Intro to Your Toolbox Intensive May 30 2026
DESCRIPTION:Intro to Your Toolbox Intensive (4-Hour Hands-On Session)\nGot tools sitting at home you don’t use… or standing in the aisle thinking “I should know this”? You’re not alone — and you’re not behind. Join me\, Tammy from Canadian Handywoman and the Home & Farm editor for Harrowsmith\, for a 4-hour\, hands-on intensive designed to help you finally feel comfortable using the tools you’ve been avoiding. This isn’t a quick overview. This is where you actually learn how to use them. Designed by women\, for women\, this session gives you the time\, space\, and support to get your hands on the tools\, try things out\, and build real confidence — not just watch someone else do it. \nWhy This Workshop Exists\nMost women were never actually shown how to use tools in a way that builds real confidence. \n\nSo things get put off.\nTools go unused.\nAnd even small jobs feel bigger than they need to be.\n\nThis workshop exists to change that. You’ll get the time\, space\, and support to actually use the tools\, understand how they work\, and feel comfortable doing it yourself. Because once you stop guessing\, everything gets easier. And you start seeing your home as something you can handle — not something that handles you. \nWhat you’ll learn:\n\nHow to confidently use essential tools like a drill\, driver\, and more\nWhat each tool is for — and when to use it\nHow to choose the right tool and fastener for the job\nHow to handle tools safely and with control\nThe basics of materials like wood\, screws\, and anchors\nHow to connect it all so you can actually get started on your own projects\n\nThis isn’t a sit-back-and-watch kind of workshop. You’ll be using the tools yourself\, asking questions\, and figuring it out in a supportive\, no-pressure space. No experience needed — just curiosity and a willingness to try. \nEvent Details\n\nDate: Saturday\, May 30th  10:00 am to 2:00 pm\nLocation: Wallbridge Loyalist Road & the 401\nCost: $249 (HST included)\nFormat: Hands-on\, in-person\nSpots: Limited to 6 participants\nTools provided\n\nIf you’re ready to stop second-guessing\, start using the tools you already have (or finally know what to buy)\, and feel capable in your own space — this is your starting point. \nThis Workshop Is For You If:\n\nYou’re a homeowner who’s tired of feeling unsure\nYou’re handling things on your own and want to feel more confident\nYou’ve used tools before but still second-guess yourself\nYou’ve been avoiding small fixes because they feel more complicated than they should\n\nThis Is NOT For:\n\nLicensed tradespeople\nAnyone looking for certification or formal training\nFull renovation or advanced-level work\n\nThis is about real-world skills and practical confidence in your own home. \n👉 Click HERE to save your seat — this one changes how you see your home and what you’re capable of. Light refreshments will be available.
URL:https://canadianhandywoman.com/event/intro-to-your-toolbox-intensive-may-30-2026/
LOCATION:Wallbridge Loyalist & the 401\, Belleville\, Belleville\, ON
CATEGORIES:Handywoman Event,In-person Event
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