Past Melbourne Classes

Soapstone is a very soft, porous, metamorphic rock and your teacher Brittany will teach you how to carve it to make your own jewellery! Working with precut blanks, Brittany will show you how to carve soapstone into a wearable pendant (or pair of earrings! ). Because soapstone is so porous you can also colour it…

Soapstone is a very soft, porous, metamorphic rock and your teacher Brittany will teach you how to carve it to make your own jewellery! Working with precut blanks, Brittany will show you how to carve soapstone into a wearable pendant (or pair of earrings! ). Because soapstone is so porous you can also colour it…

Learn some sewing slow stitch basics while making a cute animal brooch! Qing will have a set of cut out templates for you to choose from and we'll learn how to work with felt and customise our cute animal friend. Once finished we will sew a brooch backing on to it so you can wear…

Create a beautiful set of vintage-inspired coasters inspired by blooming cottage gardens, the English countryside and treasured storybooks. In this decoupage workshop, you'll layer floral papers, botanical elements, vintage book pages, birds, flowers and delicate embellishments to create a collection of coasters that are both practical and decorative. Experiment with combining textures, imagery and composition…

Do you write about things that have happened to you, or imagine scenes and characters that never seem to become full stories? Ever heard about fictional characters having wants, needs and wounds, but not sure how this relates to a story structure, or your project? Start with this workshop. We’ll hit pen to paper (or…

Come along and transform brown craft boxes (or any box) into a beautiful gift box using Decoupage. Decoupage was a chic French trend popular in Victorian times which then made a glorious comeback in the 1990s. Using the Decoupage technique of layering and lacquering, we will create personalised gift boxes to suit any occasion. A…

Learn how to work with acrylic paints including blending, layering, backgrounds and details. Together we will paint step by step this lovely moonlight calming lake scene and there will be some time to add your own flair. What will we cover? In this class we will learn about: ToolsBasics of acylic paintHow to layer and…

Allow your artistic side to unfurl through the cut-and-paste art form of collage!  Famous artists like Matisse and Picasso have used collage, but it's an incredibly accessible technique that's open to anyone. You can make it as simple or as detailed as you wish. Our teacher Kym will run us through some exercises that help to jump in and…

Join us for a fun workshop and learn all the basics to create your own punch needle embroidery from scratch. Punch needle embroidery uses a special needle to loop yarn through a tightly woven fabric, creating textured, raised embroideries. The name comes from "punching" the needle into the fabric and it's an easy craft anyone can…

What’s it all about? Bandhani is a tie and dye technique practiced in Rajasthan and Gujrat states of India. This technique uses seeds such as mustard seed or lentils to create very fine and intricate patterns. It’s a very laborious and intricate form of tie dye which looks beautiful when the tying is opened up…

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.…

Come and explore clay sculpting! In this class we'll learn the basics of creating a small torso of the human figure. The human figure is all about curves! Whether you're sculpting a human shape that is full figured or slight, the key to sculpting the body is in its curves. At the end of the…

Have you ever wanted to learn some metal craft and create a gorgeous decorative item or gift in the process? In this class you’ll learn the basics of working with copper. You’ll design, cut, assemble and personalise your own copper rose, perfect for decoration or as a gift. What will we cover? This beginner’s metalwork…

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. You can make toys, ornaments and decorations - a very fun and cosy hobby for Melbourne's chilly months! In this beginner class we'll be…

Let your inner fashion designer shine as you create a unique paper doll and a fun wardrobe to match. Sofia will guide you through creating a paper version of yourself, a loved one, or a completely original character. You'll then design a collection of outfits using familiar materials—paper, scissors, and coloured pencils. This workshop is…

Kinusaiga is a striking Japanese textile art that puts even the smallest scraps of fabric to use. It's part collage, part applique, part patchwork, but requires no sewing! Rather than sewing, your design is cut into a thick backing board and fabric is then pressed into these cuts and pulled taut creating 3D artworks that really pop!…

In this class we will explore the dandelion flower in all its form as a beautiful subject for drawing and painting. Through a hands-on approach, Emilie will guide you step by step through some easy beginner friendly exercises. No drawing experience required! We’ll discover the tradition of botanical illustration and working with ink and water…

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…

In this hands-on class, Emilie introduces you to the fun of drawing skulls: humans and animals, realistic and stylised!  Drawing skulls and bones is a great way to make progress in your drawing skills, from an anatomical approach. Bones are under the skin after all, so why not start there! But skulls are also fascinating…

**This is a two-part class taking place 7. 45-9pm on 25th august and 1st Sept 2026 (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…

**This is a two-part class taking place 6. 15-7: 30pm on 25th august and 1st Sept 2026 (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…

What’s it all about? Step into a Danish Christmas kitchen and discover the flavours, traditions and cosy rituals of julehygge. In this hands-on class, you’ll prepare two beloved Danish festive favourites: warming spiced gløgg and creamy risalamande — the indulgent king of rice puddings served with cherry sauce. You’ll also learn about the tradition of…