What’s it all about? This month’s edition of Stitch & Fix focuses on couching. “Couching?” I hear you question. Yes, couching! Couching stitches are a unique sewing method for adding reinforcement and structure to fabric and garments. This style of stitch provides structure to a garment where there may be a hole starting and the area is wearing thin. …
Reduce, Reuse, Repurpose: Come along and learn to make cute gift boxes from all sorts of paper through some simple folding techniques. You’ll certainly have time to make a small collection during the class, using beautiful and nostalgic paper from Valerie’s own collection. Maybe you’re a bit similar and have collected old books of sheet music, …
As the season’s change our skin can bare the brunt of this. It’s a good time find a way to give your self and skin some simple nourishment. Lily’s organic skincare class is educational, practical, and extremely effective. Using simple products that are good for you and the environment, Lily can guide you through the use and …
Reduce, Reuse, Repurpose: Come along and learn how to make your own beautiful rug from upcycled fabric and a series of Amish or toothbrush knots – keeping textile waste out of landfill while learning new skills and starting a project for your home! Your wonderful teacher Val will have lots of pretty fabrics to choose from …
Lily is a natural and DIY beauty coach who runs Mademoiselle Organic in Melbourne. She teaches people how to use organic ingredients, instead of harsh and polluting chemicals. All her classes are vegan and focused on zero-waste. During this class we’ll make a deodorant, face mask and cleanser using all natural ingredients. You’ll also learn how to …
Are you looking for healthier, more natural, vegan, or simply eco-friendly haircare products? You can avoid harsh polluting chemicals and live more sustainably by learning to make haircare products yourself! This hands-on class will teach you how to make 2 natural shampoos at home: a liquid shampoo with gorgeous essential oils, and a plant-based, 100% organic, …
Come and learn how to create eco paints from all natural ingredients! And put them immediately to use as you learn to paint a realistic Fairy Penguin. Did you know that know that traditional acrylic paints, while bright and cheery, contain plastics that end up in our waterways? Not just their packaging, but the paints themselves. …
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 …
Let’s learn how to develop a sustainable wardrobe that is clear of clutter, but full of useful and beloved items that are better for the environment! Whether you’re an avid thrifter or someone who hates shopping, having a wardrobe that is clear of clutter and easy to maintain makes our lives so much easier. It means that …
What’s it all about? Holes in your jumper? Ladder in a cardigan? Or scarf that’s fallen victim to moths? All’s well that mends well! Join us for a class where you will learn how to mend your woollens with the simple technique of needle felting. Needle felting is the process of turning loose wool into a solid felt …
