Past Melbourne Classes
Take a look back at the classes we’ve run in Melbourne.
Past Melbourne Classes
An Intro to Pottery with Maddy
Come and explore the world of pottery and clay modelling! Maddy will guide you through an introduction to pottery, supporting you to make your own piece of pottery art from air-dry clay. You might like to make an engraved plate, a little pinch pot or both! At the end of the workshop you will walk…
Dry Felting 101: Mini Cacti with Heather
What’s it all about? Needle felting is the simple process of turning loose wool into a solid felt using a barbed needle. It’s a very easy craft which doesn’t require extensive equipment and you can make toys, ornaments and decorations - it's a very fun and tactile hobby. In this beginner class we'll be learning…
Paper Art: Antiquey Stamped Cards with Cherie
In this class, we will be making a set of Antique-inspired cards and gift tags that will sentimentally remind you of bygone times. We'll be stamping onto fine papers that have been dyed to give them an aged look and applying this to our cards and gift tags to create our unique and personalised stationery. Your…
Zero Waste Indian Appliqué for Beginners with Manjari
What’s it all about? Come and learn the basics of appliqué as practiced in Barmer, Rajasthan. As well as being a striking style of fabric decoration, it's also zero waste! You can use up all your old scrap fabric and create something new using this lovely peep-hole technique! In this class we will learn various stitches and…
Feldenkrais: Good Posture, Naturally with Ralph (online)
Are you in a slump? Maybe not your mood, but your body? Achieve easy, natural upright posture and good balance from the ground up! Did you know your nervous system monitors your contact with the ground through your feet and then adjusts and controls your posture from your feet, through your hips, spine, neck…
Make your own Silver Ring with Qing
**This is a two-part class taking place 7: 45-9: 00pm on Thursday 13th and 20th March (fee covers both classes)** Making something yourself if always so meaningful, and to make a ring - something significant that we wear everyday - has even extra charm! This class will introduce you to silver jewellery making using the technique of “Lost…
A Beginner’s Guide to Woodcarving with Alma
Come and explore the beautiful craft of woodcarving in this special 2-hour class. Your teacher, Alma, is a professional cabinet maker and woodworker, and her classes are the perfect way to get you on the tools carving your very first piece - a wooden spoon. Alma will run you through different tools for different functions and…
Make your own Silver Ring with Qing
**This is a two-part class taking place 6: 15-7: 30pm on Thursday 13th and 20th March (fee covers both classes)** Making something yourself if always so meaningful, and to make a ring - something significant that we wear everyday - has even extra charm! This class will introduce you to silver jewellery making using the technique of “Lost…
Cute Closed Terrariums with Maddy
Closed terrariums are miniature, self-sufficient indoor gardens. They're cute, fun to make, simple to care for, and easy to recreate again at home. If you manage to kill even the most un-killable of cacti but still yearn for some greenery at your office or home, then working with terrariums might be your best bet. A terrarium…
Shibori: Japanese Tie Dye Tote Bags with Robyn
What’s it all about? Shibori is a traditional Japanese style of decorative dyeing - a bit like tie dye but also a bit more intentional. In this class we'll be combining shibori dyeing with sashiko embroidery to create lovely stitches and patterns. Come along and combine art and textiles and you stitch your own patterns…
Crochet: Make a Chunky Octo Plushie with Feng Ye
Ever attended a craft market and exclaimed, 'How cute are these crochet plushies! ' Or scrolled through Instagram or TikTok thinking, 'I wish I could make one myself? ' Maybe you’ve bought a crochet kit but felt discouraged because it all seemed so hard. Wait no longer, this beginner-friendly chunky crochet plush class is…
Crafting Lush Paper Flowers with Robyn
Flowers are always so lovely to have around - the colours, smells, and that connection to nature. When we can't have the real thing, paper flowers are a fun alternative with added longevity and versatility. Dive into a vibrant world of colours and textures as you learn the art of crafting blooms from delicate crepe…
Silver Clay and Gemstones: Mini Charms with Maria
Silver Clay is an interesting material for silver jewellery making. It's a pliable clay with powdered silver through it, meaning the clay can be sculpted into unique shapes and designs. The silver clay is then fired in a kiln and the clay component burns away leaving your creation as solid silver! In this class we'll…
Watercolour for Beginners: Colourful Cats with Emilie (Online)
Come and enjoy the wonderful world of watercolour paintings! This beginners class will teach you skills and techniques to create your own piece of watercolour art. You will experiment with colour and shapes to create a beautiful image of your cat, or your neighbour's or a fictional one from your imagination! What will we cover?…
The Pleasure of Drawing with Emilie (Online)
As a kid, drawing is a fun activity that almost all of us enjoyed, at school or at home. Growing up most of us drop the habit of drawing and we often become inhibited with pen and paper. In this workshop you will learn a series of drawing exercises to get back in…
An Introduction to Silver Clay: Mini Charms with Maria
Silver Clay is an interesting material for silver jewellery making. It's a pliable clay with powdered silver through it, meaning the clay can be sculpted into unique shapes and designs. The silver clay is then fired in a kiln and the clay component burns away leaving your creation as solid silver! In this fun hands-on…
Make Your Own Seed Paper with Jess
Making your own paper is a really lovely activity. For a start, it's fun to make the paper pulp, and it's satisfying to create something that's zero waste. Adding seeds into the mix means we can give little gifts and cards that will grow! Of course paper and cardboard can be recycled, but kerbside recycling has it's…
Punch Needle Embroidery with Natalia
Punch needle embroidery just got cool! And we understand why. . . They look so pretty and vibrant, they're colourful and tactile, and the process is extreeeeemely cathartic. Join us for a fun workshop and learn all the basics to create your own punch needle embroidery from scratch. As well as class time, you will…
Learn to Loom Weave with Natalia
Weaving on a loom is a beautiful and rewarding craft! The art of loom weaving creates beautiful textured wall hangings to suit your own style. Think tight, controlled and minimal or shaggy and colourful 70s vibes! In this workshop you will learn all the essential techniques to create your woven masterpiece, including how to set up…
Royals, Rascals and Refugees: A History of Gin with Bronwyn
From religious refugees fleeing persecution to British Royals discovering a thirst, gin's history is as intoxicating as the drink itself. Discover how this once-maligned "mother's ruin" went from fueling London's wildest gin craze to becoming a sophisticated staple of high society. We'll embark on a fascinating journey through the history of gin, beginning in…
Signature Scents: Make Your Own Perfume with Lily
As seasons change, so do the unique scents around us. Which is partly why, across the globe, humans find smell a very evocative sense that triggers memories and nostalgia. In Lily's class you'll learn all about the composition of perfume: how to create blends of top, middle and base notes to combine into your very…
Signature Scents: Create Your Own Perfume with Lily
As seasons change, so do the unique scents around us. Which is partly why, across the globe, humans find smell a very evocative sense that triggers memories and nostalgia. In Lily's class you'll learn all about the composition of perfume: how to create blends of top, middle and base notes to combine into your very…
Learn to Ferment Your Own Miso with Naoko (online)
How delicious is fresh Japanese! There's such attention to detail of flavour, texture, colour, and aroma. While requiring an attention to details, Japanese cooking doesn't need to be too complicated to be both incredibly tasty and healthy. In this class, our teacher Naoko in Kanazawa, Japan, will be demonstrating how to ferment your own miso paste.…
Changing Genes: Epigenetics 101 with Pamela
We have all heard the saying 'You are what you eat'. Consume highly processed, sugar and high fat loaded foods, and your risk for heart diseases, and a range of cancers skyrockets. On the other hand, grab a kale salad instead of a mars bar, and your whole body is nourished. But what's that…
Beading 101: Making a Choker with Qing
Fashions come and go, but beading always seems to be present in some form or another. They can be stitched into clothing, soft furnishings, key rings and decorations, bags, and of course jewellery. This lesson is about teaching you the fundamentals of beading skills and knowledge to make your very own unique jewellery - a…
Paper and Glass Jewellery and Accessories with Qing
Who would have thought glass and paper could be made into wonderful pieces of jewellery? ! So simple to create, yet stunning to wear! With the limitless bounds of print media (think books, old maps, sheet music, photographs, origami paper) you can take almost anything flat and make it into your very own piece of…
Journaling Writing to Sharpen Your Focus with Ingrid (Online)
As wonderful as technology is, it's also a constant distraction. It quickly absorbs our energy, attention and focus, making us less present for ourselves and others. Journal writing is an incredible way to give yourself some mindful tech-free time, the time to gain clarity, problem solve, and feel more present and focused. As you journal,…
Kokedama Moss Balls with Maddy
Kokedama is an ancient Japanese botanical art like bonsai or ikebana art. The word ‘Kokedama’ means ‘moss ball’ in Japanese as they are plants living in freestanding balls of moss-covered soil instead of pots. Kokedama are a beautiful and easy way to bring greenery into your home and are ideal for apartments or flats with…
How to Start Your Small Business with John (Online)
What's it all about? Are you wanting to start your own business? Become a solopreneur? Then you’re probably realising that turning a passion into a prosperous business can be quite involved, with lots to get your head around! This class is a step-by-step guide to avoid the most common mistakes. Your teacher John is a focussed…
Polymer Clay: Cute Miniature Food with Maria
How adorable are mini polymer clay creations? ! These clay cuties can be made into keyrings, fridge magnets, mobile phone accessories or delicious jewellery! Polymer Clay is a medium that is easy to work with - with many fun colours to choose from. Come and learn how to make a mini croissant and coffee, burger and…
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