Introducing Katawashishiw Face Bar + Fall Make & Take Workshops

Some seasons ask us to slow down, and remember the skills that helped families care for one another through cold weather. This fall, we are carrying that spirit into three meaningful moments: the launch of the Katawashishiw Face Bar on October 15, our recent time at Métis Arts and Culture Day at Moon Gate Guest House, and an upcoming Winter Self-Care Herbal Remedies Workshop on October 13, 2026.

Each offering is rooted in care. Care for skin. Care for community. Care for the old ways that still have something to teach us.

The new face bar brings fall self-care back to simple, handmade routines.

The Katawashishiw Face Bar launches on October 15

The Katawashishiw Face Bar is made for those quiet daily rituals that help us feel grounded. Washing your face can be rushed and forgettable, or it can be a small moment of care at the beginning and end of the day.

Launching on October 15, the face bar fits beautifully into a fall and winter skincare routine. Cold air, indoor heat, and changing weather can leave skin feeling dry or tired. A simple face bar makes skincare feel less complicated and more intentional.

Preorders are open now for anyone who would like to reserve one before launch day.

This release reflects the same values that guide so much of our work: thoughtful ingredients, practical use, and a respect for handmade care. We love creating items that can be used every day, not tucked away for a special occasion.

The Katawashishiw Face Bar is also a reminder that self-care does not need to be expensive. Sometimes it looks like warm water, clean hands, and a few minutes to yourself.

We were honoured to join The Métis Arts and Culture Day

Community learning feels different when it happens close to the land.

We were grateful to be part of Métis Arts and Culture Day at Moon Gate Guest House on October 3rd, a gathering that brought people together through learning, conversation, and cultural connection.

Events like this matter because they create space for knowledge to be shared in person. They also remind us that culture lives through practice. It lives in the stories people tell, the tools they handle, the foods they prepare, the songs they remember, and the skills they pass along.

At Moon Gate Guest House, we had the honour of teaching people about the history of trapping. Trapping has deep roots in Métis history and in the broader story of life on the land. It shaped trade, travel, clothing, foodways, and relationships between families, communities, and the natural world.

We spoke about trapping as more than a means of harvesting fur. It was, and still can be, tied to observation, patience, seasonal knowledge, and respect for animals. Traditional land-based skills require careful attention. They teach when to move, when to wait, what tracks mean, and how weather changes behaviour.

Teaching the history of trapping means teaching respect

When we teach about trapping, we try to hold both history and responsibility together. The fur trade played a major role in the formation of Métis communities, but trapping was never only about commerce. For many families, it was part of a larger cycle of survival, skill, and relationship with the land.

During the event, it was meaningful to see students and adults ask questions and make connections. Some were learning about trapping for the first time. Others had family memories or fragments of stories they were trying to understand more fully. Those moments are powerful because they help keep knowledge alive.

We left Moon Gate Guest House feeling thankful. Thankful for the hosts, for the people who attended, and for the chance to contribute in a small way to a day centred on Métis arts, culture, and learning.

Fall Make and Take classes are coming

Fall is one of the best times to gather, make, and prepare for the colder months ahead. Our Fall Make and Take classes are designed to be hands-on, practical, and welcoming.

These classes are about learning skills you can return to at home. When you make something with your own hands, you understand it differently. You remember the scent, the texture, the timing, and the small choices that shape the final result.

Make and Take classes are especially suited to the season because fall naturally invites preparation. We put gardens to bed. We bring out warmer blankets. We make teas, salves, soaps, preserves, and remedies that help us move into winter with more comfort.

The atmosphere is relaxed and intimate. There is room to ask questions, learn at your own pace, and enjoy the process. No one needs to arrive as an expert. Curiosity is enough!

The Winter Self-Care Herbal Remedies Workshop takes place October 13, 2026

On October 13, 2026, we will host the Winter Self-Care Herbal Remedies Workshop, a cozy, hands-on class in an intimate homestead setting.

This workshop is built around traditional preparation skills and winter wellness routines. Participants will craft three custom herbal remedies to take home, each tailored for winter self-care.

Winter can be hard on the body and spirit. Dry air, shorter days, busy schedules, and cold weather often change how people rest, move, and care for themselves. Herbal preparations can become part of a comforting routine, especially when paired with rest, nourishing food, warm drinks, and time outdoors when possible.

During the workshop, you will learn through making. That may include working with dried herbs, simple preparation methods, and thoughtful combinations suited to the colder months. The goal is to leave with finished remedies, but also with the confidence to understand how and why they were made.

This workshop is for learning and personal care. Herbal remedies are not a replacement for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Anyone with health conditions, allergies, or medication concerns should speak with a qualified health-care provider before using new herbal preparations.

A season for making, remembering, and caring well

Maarsii! Erica