What’s it all about? In an effort towards sustainability and adding extra life to our garments and textiles – reusing, repurposing, mending and repairing – Robyn will teach us how to use a sewing machine in a fun and informative class. This is a good introduction or refresher class that explores some of the extra features …
What’s it all about? In an effort towards sustainability and adding extra life to our garments and textiles – reusing, repurposing, mending and repairing – Robyn will teach us how to use a sewing machine in a fun and informative class. Sewing of any kind is a really nifty skill, but sometimes the time it takes to …
Have you ever wanted to make your own clothes but didn’t know where to start? This workshop on Basic Pattern Making will allow you to begin your journey to making your own clothes! In this double class come and learn the skills for making a pattern for a skirt using your own measurements. This class is perfect for total …
Who doesn’t love a miniature world?! Can you imagine your favourite room in miniature, or a scene from a favourite book? Perhaps an imaginary garden, an alternate world, or even a colourful tribute to a hero or heart throb? Join us and create your own dreamscape in miniature. We’ll learn how to transform a box into a beautiful diorama and we’ll …
What’s it all about? Being able to mend our clothes is an important skill that serves us throughout life. Whether it’s repairing that denim jacket, darning some woolly socks, reinforcing elbows or the dreaded crotch mend! It gives our favourite items of clothing extra life and longevity. And memories. Sometimes subtlety is key, but sometimes go …
Come and make a vibrant portrait of your best animal pal or fur baby so you can stare at their cute face on your wall (or tote bag)! We’ll start by learning how to print images on to fabric using transfer paper, and get your critter on to the canvas. Then we’ll work over it …
Knitting remains a fun and useful skill across the ages – whether it’s a beginner’s scarf, a cosy blanket, toys or complex garments. Our knitting teacher, Clare, loves knitting all year round. In the warmer months plant-based fibres and yarns are great to create lighter pieces, and in cooler weather sustainable wools are her go to. …
Not sure about the difference between an overhand loop and a bow line? A cats paw and a cow hitch? Or even just a reef knot or a granny knot? Knowing how to tie a good knot is an important life skill, whether you need to secure a load to the back of your ute, …
To the uninitiated Cryptic Crosswords can seem impossible – best left to geniuses and people with too much time on their hands. Yet once taught the basics, you will find them addictive, satisfying and surprisingly accessible! After attending this class you will have all the tools needed to tackle any cryptic clue. And with a …
Embroidery can be used in a number of different ways, from decorative pieces for your wall, to cute monograms on your linen, and fun designs on clothing – like a bold patch on a denim jacket. But what about in combination with photo art? Join us for a fun and creative workshop where we’ll learn …
