Art Kits
CREATIVITY FOR ALL AGES
These Ready to assemble art kits include all supplies to create your
custom work of art. Designed, laser cut and packaged on Vancouver Island, BC.
Create with us!
McTavish Academy of Art resides in a former elementary school building. The 18,000 sq/ft space has been transformed into a vibrant and inclusive arts facility. We are a family run facility where you can explore your creativity, discover new passions and experience a variety of events, activities and art kits! We design, make and package all of our art kits in house with a team of local artists. We look forward to creating and connecting with you.
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Perched but ready to take flight this wise Owl will guide you through the night. Self standing 3D art kit. $58
Looking for that perfect piece for your wall? Create your very own Vancouver Island layered wall decor! $68.50
4 layer 3D dinosaur. Paint, brushes, glue, wooden layers and step by step instructions included. $38.50
This 6 layer 3D Whale comes with paints, brushes and wood glue. Makes a perfect decorative wall hanging. $48.50
Light up the night with your custom Halloween lantern. A perfect decoration or for use while out trick or treating. $44.50
Create hand made cards this season using custom made stencils. Includes 12 cards + stencils & more. $38.50
Create custom ornaments this season with this 3d ornament kit. Includes 3 ornament designs. $44.50
Design 7 different double sided ornaments to create your unique feature for the holidays. $30
13 layer 3D Howling Wolves will light up the night. Kit comes with paints, brushes and wood glue. $58
Multi layer 3D Log House will transport you to a cozy winter cabin. Mobile pieces create interactive piece. $48.50
4 layer 3D bison. Paint, brushes, glue, wooden layers and step by step instructions included. $38.50
This Geometric Bear makes a great puzzle or can be glued together to create beautiful wall art. $38.50
This elaborate and freestanding 3D treehouse will transport you to a forest full of adventure. $58.50
From coast to coast, this Canada inspired art kit will guide you through painting your own custom work of art. $48.50
This multi layer kit is made from Baltic Birch wood. A ready to assemble kit that comes with paints, brushes and wood glue. $38.50
Bring a piece of Victoria home with you. This scene is inspired by the downtown inner harbour of Victoria, BC. $34.50
This kit includes everything to make your custom Rainbow Nail & Twine art piece. Baltic birch wood canvas with image. Nails, twin, rain drop stickers, coloured markers, cloths pin & more. $34.50
Create and send personalized wooden postcards to friends and family. These unique postcards feature 3 animals to create your scene. $34.50
These can be used for art classes, rentals, birthday parties, paint parties, yoga, events, art kits and more. We are also happy to create a custom package for you to make it just right.
Enjoy creating your unique multicoloured octopus as you rotate the top layer to reveal changing colours from the botom layer. Learn interesting facts with your very own octopus memory game. $38.50
Featuring a superhero in a wheelchair and a superhero assistance dog; you can create 4 of your very own superheroes to make the world a better place. Have fun mixing and matching a variety of wardrobe and accessory pieces. This kit was created in collaboration with Help Fill a Dream Foundation and for every Superhero kit purchased $10 is donated to HFAD. $48.50
Select your favourite design to create a custom DIY party at home. Kits come with all supplies for 12 people and lots of fun extras. Complete with paints, brushes, wood glue, colour mixing guide, instructions & more. Just open the box, unpack all the pieces, bring your friends and your are ready for a fun filled art party!
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(LIMITED Quantity Remaining) Design and paint your very own rotating mandala with this layered kinetic project. Each layer is separated by a wooden spacer to give a 3D effect. This will become an eye catching art piece! $44.50
(LIMITED Quantity Remaining) Multi-layer scene comes with everything to create your custom art piece. $38.50
(LIMITED Quantity Remaining) Multi-layer scene comes with everything to create your custom art piece. $54.50
(LIMITED Quantity Remaining) This necklace art kit includes supplies to make up tp 15 DIY necklaces. It comes with a variety of beads, strings and pendants made of baltic birch. Every necklace is a unique piece & more $38.50
(LIMITED Quantity Remaining) Stitch, wind and play. This Yarn Fun kit comes with everything to decorate 4 animals with colourful felts and yarn! It even includes your very own Pom Pom maker! $34.50
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Frequently Asked Questions
We are located at 1720 McTavish Rd in North Saanich, BC on Vancouver Island. The former Mctavish Rd School.
We make these kits in house. We design and laser cut all the pieces, with our amazing team of artists including packaging and shipping. We also use local print shops for the printing of instructions. We are a family run community art center in North Saanich, BC on Vancouver Island.
Each kit is unique and includes everything needed to create your custom piece. For example the 3D Bear kit and the 3D whale kit come with multi layer laser cut wooden pieces, paints, brushes, wood glue, colour mixing guide and colour bifold instructions. If you have any questions about a kit you can send us an email to admin@mctavishacademy.ca we are happy to assist.
First of all, thank you for your order! With our small but mighty team we are working on the creation of your order. We do our best to have orders ready fo pickup/shipping within 48-72 hours Monday-Friday.
For local pick up order, we will send you an email as soon as your order is ready with all the pickup details. We can do pickups Monday-Saturday.
If you would like to request a rush order/shipping, alternative pickup time or have any questions please send us an email to connect@mctavishacademy.ca and we are happy to assist. Thank you for supporting local, we hope you have fun creating!
First of all, thank you for your order! With our small but mighty team we are working on the creation of your order. We send all items expedited with Canada Post and ship all across Canada. At this time we do not have shipping options available outside of Canada.
If you would like to request a rush order/shipping, alternative pickup time or have any questions please send us an email to connect@mctavishacademy.ca and we are happy to assist. Thank you for supporting local, we hope you have fun creating!
*Please note due to extreme weather events across BC there may be some delays in shipping. We are happy to provide tracking numbers upon request.
First of all, thank you for your order! With our small but mighty team we are working on the creation of your order and do our best to have your order ready within 48-72 hours from the time you place your order. We will send an email as soon as your order is ready for pickup with full details and pickup times. Thank you.
For monthly subscription pick up. Your order will always be ready for pick up on the first business day of each month, please send us an email to let us know which day you would like to pickup your order to connect@mctavishacademy.ca
If you would like to request a rush order/shipping, alternative pickup time or have any questions please send us an email to connect@mctavishacademy.ca and we are happy to assist. Thank you for supporting local, we hope you have fun creating!
For the wooden items we use Premium wood. woods can be sanded if you would like to leave a natural look and easily painted. If you would like to leave your project outside we recommend the use of a wood sealer or varnish so that the wood does not absorb moisture (we do not provide this).
The paint is a water-based, non-toxic, fast drying acrylic paint. For use in general arts and crafts, stencilling, ceramics, school projects, home decor, decorative painting and many other surfaces. Shake well. Intermixable, use water to clean up promptly. Adult supervision is recommended, do not ingest paint.
Please note: Acrylic paint is water based and can be removed from most non-porous surfaces before the paint dries, but it may not come off all surfaces or fabric. Once the paint dries, it can be very difficult to remove if it comes off at all. We always recommend setting up your crafting area by wearing crafting clothing, covering your surrounding area and any furniture around you. Once the paint dries on skin it will come off by scrubbing with soap and warm water.
All of our kits are created for all ages 5-105! Although we do not recommend the art kits for kids younger than 3 due to small parts, many kids ages 4-7 have lots of fun creating with these kits with some help from a parent or guardian. For example, Lulu who is featured on some of the art kit video’s is 7 years old. We are happy to help with recommendations for a specific person or event, just send us at email to admin@mctavishacademy.ca!
For bulk order discounts please send us an email to admin@mctavishacademy.ca, we will be happy to help! It is helpful to include how many kits are you looking for, which kits you would like and where they are shipping to. Thank you, we look forward to creating with you!