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The Urban Retreats
Garden Tour 

A self-guided tour of some of the most beautiful private gardens in the Norwood area of Winnipeg.

Saturday, June 20, 2026

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Enjoy a Manitoba Tea (Bannock and Homemade Jam) and visit the Craft and Plant Sale all at Norwood Community Centre, 87 Walmer St, 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. A list of crafters is below.

Garden Tour tickets are $20 and the Manitoba Tea, Craft and Plant Sale are $5 (available at the door)

Click the button below to get your Tour tickets

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Would you like to help with the 2026 Tour and Sale?

Email gardentourvolunteers@1justcity.ca to get involved.

For information on donating Baking, click here

For information on donating Plants, click here

List of Crafters

1JustCity Bake Table
Enjoy a delicious selection of baked goods made with love by 1JustCity supporters. (for info on donating baking, click here).

 

Plant Sale
Discover an incredible variety of annual and perennial outdoor plants, houseplants, herbs, and one‑of‑a‑kind garden gems, all generously donated by our amazing community. (for info on donating plants, click here)


Master Gardener
Stop by our Master Gardener table for practical tips, creative inspiration, and answers to all your plant‑related questions.


@buttonsbeadsandshinythings & @unknownbead
Unique, handmade jewelry, keychains and purse/bag charms made from beads, gems, crystals, spacers, charms, etc. Indoor potted plant-spike & "bling", suncatchers, spiders, bees and dragonflies ornaments, gazing balls and "little boxes/bags or treasures and love".


B&D Spice Mixers
Eight various artisanal seasoning and pepper blends which are all homemade, small batch. The recipes are our own and are not sold in any store. There are no additives, preservatives, desiccants or gluten in any of the mixes. Everything is made, blended and bottled in house and the quality is guaranteed.


Birds & Bars
Painted cedar birdhouses adorned with vintage and repurposed findings. Also, homemade soaps using all natural ingredients.

 

Blackbird Cottage Arts
Acrylic, mixed medium, and assemblage on reclaimed woods and canvas plus garden art created from recycled and vintage materials for display in your gardens. Inspired by nature, life’s stories and the mystical world, Dot Harapiak’s dreams often guide her paintings and garden art.


Catch the Sun
Add a permanent splash of colour and sparkle to your yard or garden with a variety of garden decor -- suncatcher flowers and mushrooms -- made from repurposed glassware. Proceeds support Nova House Women's Shelter in Selkirk.


Cathy Cort
Hand crafts include one of a kind home garden and jewelry pieces, many of which incorporate recycled items or natural finds.


David Korstrom, Photographer
David has framed photographs of wildlife and natural scenery suitable for any room in your home as well as fun photos for the children.


Diamond Art by Linda

This delicate art form means that each dot is placed by hand, then glued and sealed to ensure a long-lasting piece: Bobbleheads, Greeting Cards, Bookmarks, Vases, Music Boxes, Clocks, Hanging pieces, Hairclips, Mirrors, Magnets, Keychains and much more.


Glass & Stone
Barry's creations feature tabletop stone Inukshuks, flower, wildlife and abstract stained glass suncatchers. He also offers large sport-logo panels and custom-made stained glass items made to your specifications.


Healthy Way Every Day Inc.
Karen is a regenerative beekeeper, who uses ingredients from her hive, and botanicals grown on her farm in Sunnyside MB to create a regenerative apitherapy line of skincare. Products are free from synthetics and chemicals; gentle on your skin and aligned with the environment
around us.

Henlow Artworks          

Women’s clothing and accessories designed by Winnipeg artist Sue Korstrom have been transformed into a collection of Wearable Art.  Susan is a local artist who works in mediums of watercolour, acrylic and oils.  Watercolour cards and prints are also available.

Howden Honey & Hollowware

Local honey and honey products from the hive (beeswax candles, honey soap, beeswax lip balm), and unique, functional pottery ranging from mugs to platters.

 

Kim's Natural Creations            

Unique jewelry and home decor items made from or inspired by nature.  Facebook@Kim's Natural Creations

 

Linda's Garden Creations         

Garden art from recycled glass.  Bird baths, bird feeders, teapot bird feeders, owls and flowers.  Also, suncatchers and stakes for plant pots, teacup suet feeders.

 

Marie Sumner, Artist    

Marie offers something for all who attend. There is an endless variety of one-of-kind original cards for all occasions and reprint cards from pieces of her art. For the art collector, there will be a few smaller paintings for sale as well.

 

Ocean Tails & Baubles

New and upcycled ocean-themed jewelry and accessories for both adults and kids, with each piece being a unique treasure.

 

Poppy's             

An eclectic offering of quirky, fun handmade ceramics.  Keeping with the garden theme of flowers, insects and nature, these artistic crafts are sure to delight.

 

Re-Creations   

Discontinued upholstery samples and surplus fabrics transformed into crossbody bags, key fob pouches, card wallets, eyeglass cases, market and beverage bags. Some items are lined with fabric to protect your cards and keys from relay hacking.  Re-Creations donates 100% of its profits to Cancer Care Manitoba Foundation.

 

Simply Pretty by Val     

Handcrafted jewelry and gifts using polymer clay and wire, featuring handcrafted pendants and earrings influenced by color and nature.

 

Stained Glasshley        

A traditionally-trained stained glass artist, bringing an assortment of colourful suncatchers, panels and plant stakes.

 

Sue's Creations             

Assorted jams such as marmalade, pineapple, mango, peach and more, including her famous pear jam. Homemade relishes and pickles made from her own recipes.

 

The Art of Glass            

Stained glass ornaments for ALL Seasons -- Christmas,  Easter, Halloween, St. Patrick's Day.  Also assorted critters from around the world -- Safari (elephants, giraffes, camels), Farm (cows, horses, dogs, cats, frogs, foxes, mice and bugs). Tropical fish and birds, too. All affordably priced.

 

Truly Beadiful  

Handcrafted jewelry and resin art in small batches featuring natural gemstones and crystals. Each item is thoughtfully designed to highlight the natural beauty of the stones while inspiring connection, comfort and joy.

 

Wildflower Fibre Arts   

A variety of crochet/knit flowers and plants, along with flower-themed decor.

Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors!

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The 2025 Urban Retreats Garden Tour
was a great success!

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Catch the highlights in this showcase of the “Gardens of Deer Lodge”.​

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