Past Melbourne Classes
Take a look back at the classes we’ve run in Melbourne.
Past Melbourne Classes
Glass Jewellery with Qing
So simple to create yet stunning to wear, glass and paper can be made into wonderful pieces of jewellery; who would have thought? With the limitless bounds of print media (think books, old maps, sheet music, photographs) you can take almost anything flat and make it into your very own piece of one-of-a-kind glass and…
Knots Away! Self Massage with Clare
Do you find yourself needing to work out the aches and pains after a day in the office or an afternoon on the sports field? Why not try a bit of self-massage? Guaranteed to loosen the muscles up and feel amazing! What will we cover? In this workshop you will learn how how to self…
Enrich your Dog’s Life with Harriet (Online)
The terms 'enrichment' and 'mental stimulation' have become more commonplace in the dog world, but what do they really mean? Providing species appropriate outlets for your dog can make them happier, healthier and much easier to live with. It can also help you understand what makes your dog tick and how to build an even better relationship with them.…
Intro to Woodcut Printmaking with Emilie
Woodblock printing is one of the oldest printing techniques used for artistic expression. It is a simple way to make unique and replicable prints. This workshop will teach you how to make your first woodblock print, from carving the wood board, to hand printing an edition of your work. Join Emilie for a fun…
Learn to Knit with Clare
Keep your ears warm this winter with your own handmade knitted headband! People have been wearing hand knitted garments for around a thousand years. This everyday skill has been taught in homes and schools to make items for wear and as a source of income. Currently experiencing a modern resurgence, come and pick up…
How to Get the Sex You Want with Toya (Online)
Did you know that you can have better sex and intimacy just by enhancing your communication skills? Effective communication can be tricky, but when it comes to sex many people find it even more of a challenge. Come and learn some strategies for enhancing your communication in the bedroom to improve you and…
Get Saucy with Cristina!
It's all about sauce! In this short and sweet class, you will learn to make three very delicious and very versatile sauces used in Taiwanese cooking (among other cuisines). They will make the biggest difference when you make your favourite restaurant meals at home! By the end of the class you will have the following…
DIY Deconstruction Fashion with Vivian
In this Deconstruct Fashion workshop, we’re going to look at how to deconstruct and reconstruct a worn-out or no-longer worn garment, through tearing, cutting, handstitching and other techniques of fabric manipulation. Garments contains stories about how we see ourselves. When the garment is on oroff the body, it has a different meaning to it. Through…
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 neighbours or a fictional one from your imagination! What will we cover?…
QUEER SOCIAL: The Joy of Sleep with Thomas
Do you suffer from lack of sleep? Does your mind race at night, leaving you exhausted during the day? Have sleeping problems affected your work, social life or relationships? Come and learn some techniques to get better sleep from recovering insomniac and Doctor of Philosophy, Tom. This event will be half social…
Calligraphy For Beginners with Rachel
Come and learn the art of calligraphy! Calligraphy is the art of creating beautifully constructed letters and it is a super handy skill to have. You can use calligraphy to write your wedding invitations, make impressive looking signs or pen beautiful notes to the love of your life. Come and learn the beautiful art form of…
Native Plant Bush Dyeing with Kylie
If you have always wanted to try your hand at Bush Dyeing than this is the class for you! Indigenous peoples have been carrying out this practise for thousands of years and then passing on this knowledge. We are lucky enough to be joined by Kylie - a proud Darug and Wiradjuri First Nations person who is also…
Polymer Clay: Miniature Food with Maria
How adorable are mini polymer clay creations? ! These clay cuties can be made into earrings, keyrings, fridge magnets or delicious looking table nicknacks! 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 burger, hot dog, ice cream…
Ukulele For Beginners with Harry
The gentle ukulele must be THE best instrument to play in an apartment, or a car, or on the beach or in the park: wherever friends gather. It’s such a gentle little thing that you can strum away under conversations and become a part of the soundtrack of life. What’s more: it’s straightforward…
Learn to Make Your Own Vegan Cheese with Elodie (Online)
If you have ever tried to give up dairy cheese, you know how hard it can get! Unfortunately, non-dairy cheeses from shops can either be very expensive or less appealing than dairy cheeses. The good news is, you can make your own at home and impress your friends with a vegan cheese board at your next…
Origami Earrings with Qing
In this all ages friendly class you will learn how to fold some beautiful bunnies, butterflies, bows, puppies and more and how to attach them to jewellery. We'll also have some ready made tiny ones for you to attach to earrings so don't worry if origami is not your thing. You will get to choose from…
Jar Gifts: Preserves, dukkah and curds with Jenny
Want to gift your loved ones some beautiful homemade treats? Come and learn how make some delicious goodies from your kitchen! You'll then know exactly what to gift your pals for their next birthdays, house warming or job quitting celebration! What will we cover? In the class Jennifer will demonstrate some easy, but very tasty things…
Scones & Sponges – Learn to make High Tea with Jenny
Learn how to become an A+ entertainer by learning how to make some old fashioned high tea. In this taste testing workshop, you will learn how to make perfect scones and delicious sponge cakes with our fave cook, Jenny. It's time to raid your Gran's china cabinet and get cooking. What will we cover? In…
SOLD OUT – Intro to Pottery with Pouya
Come and explore the world of pottery and clay modelling! Art teacher Pouya, will guide you through an introduction to pottery and will support you to make your own engraved plate and plant pot! At the end of the workshop you will walk away with new skills as well as two beautiful hand made objects to…
Journal with Ingrid (Online)
Journal writing is an incredible way to unwind and look after your wellbeing. It gives you a chance to work through anything that's on your mind, self-reflect, get a fresh perspective and be inspired by your own insights. This journal writing class will take the thinking out of 'how to journal' and give you a…
Intro to Acrylic Gouache: Geometric Painting with Emilie
In this super fun, hands on class Emilie will teach you easy techniques to create colourful, geometric paintings with acrylic gouache. This workshop is great for anyone keen to explore the world of acrylic gauche paint or just wants to get in touch their creative side. At the end of the class you will take home…
How to Craft your own Secular Rituals with Ari (Online)
Rituals are traditionally associated with religion or spirituality, but they can be crafted by anyone to intentionally make something sacred, keep a memory alive, or just protect time in your day for you. It’s possible to construct your own completely unique rituals that enrich and add meaning to your life – no matter what…
Linocut Printmaking for Beginners: Animal Stamps with Emilie
More than just a floor covering! Did you know that linocut has been used in printing for over a century and this technique was originally for making wallpaper? Printing with linocut is similar to woodcut printmaking but a bit easier to work with (because it has no grain to consider like wood). In…
An Intro to Auslan with Hadley
Come and learn how to have a conversation with D/deaf and hard of hearing people who use Auslan (Australian Sign Language)! We will explore Auslan signs as well as do's and don'ts when approaching D/deaf and hard of hearing people. What will we cover? In this workshop we will explore: Brief overview of Deaf Culture and…
Where is the Love? Communicating Empathically with AJ (Online)
Let's learn how to bring empathy and kindness back into your communication! Compassion, caring, concern – call it what you will, empathy is the key trait we need to build connections with others in the modern world. We will explore the nature of empathy, the challenges in cultivating it and how it can bring meaning…
Doodle Journaling with Bimba (Online)
When was the last time you picked up a journal? This doodle journaling workshop is a gentle invitation for you to reflect, imagine and get curious about your life. Doodle Journalling is a great opportunity to get an insight to how you are really feeling about yourself and the world, what might be worrying you…
Feldenkrais: Move to Soothe with Ralph
Want to learn a new way to relax your body and mind? Feldenkrais movements help you to calm, heal and restore the nervous system. A system of gentle, intriguing movement exercises to soothe and relax and give you tools for ongoing self-maintenance. Great for anyone looking to soothe their body and soul at the end of the…
Mulled Wine, Sangria and Everything In Between with Maria
We all know what to do with good wine… drink it! But what about the fruity, weird wine of dubious provenance your aunty gifted you? Let’s discover some options to spruce it up a little! Join us and learn about mulled wine and the Spanish traditional sangria to start. What will we cover? In the…
Drypoint Printmaking with Kaya
Come and learn how to etch a sketch and then print it yourself using recycled materials! Drypoint etching is a technique that uses a needle or sharp tool to scratch a design on a surface. You then use that surface to create prints using high quality inks and a portable printing press. Once you finish this super…
Mindraw – Draw Your Mind with Pouya
Drawing is one of the most basic and simplest way to create art, but many people feel uncomfortable to draw as they think they are "not good at drawing" or "not artistic". These statements are just myths! Anybody can hold a pencil and draw. Mindraw is a simple, step by step drawing method developed by our art…
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