Past Melbourne Classes

What's it all about? Hola amigos! This class will take you on an exploratory drinking journey around South America where you will discover the history and techniques used by locals to make their most typical cocktails. We will focus on the following countries and drinks: Pisco Sour: Chile / Peru Mango Sour:  Chile / Peru Caipirinha:  Brazil…

What's it all about? Take safe and easy movements to soften and release tension and stiffness for your shoulders and upper back using the ingenious Feldenkrais movement exercises for your shoulders and upper back. Feldenkrais is a clever exercise system using gentle movement and mindfulness. You learn to release tightness and unconscious restriction and create…

This class has different price options for those affected by the pandemic, click the register button above and see the different options What's it all about? Tantra provides a perfect antidote to our lives of high stress, busy schedules, disconnection from ourselves and our bodies. Our mind runs the show and this affects our relationships,…

What's it all about? Cross stitching is both fun and meditative – and it looks amazing in Christmas ornaments, table cloths, napkins, Christmas cards and tags. . you get the gist: You could cross-stitch anything!  In this hands-on workshop you will learn the basics of cross stitch, get some inspiration for your own festive crafts…

This class has different price options for those affected by the pandemic, click the register button above and see the different options Image: Sniders and Abrahams building 268-270 Lonsdale Street What's it all about? Melbourne's Hoddle grid is full of wonderful heritage buildings. Have you noticed their details and flair? Would you like to know…

What's it all about? Funky earrings are always a cool trend and if you get to make them your own then even better! Polymer clay is lots of fun to play with, it's easy to mould and bakes hard so you can wear your creations straight from the class. In this workshop, you will learn…

What's it all about? Looking for a simple crafty project that produces gorgeous results? Want to construct a hand-made gift for a special someone? Or want to learn more about design, working with metal, tool use, and decoration? Then this is the class for you. Design and create your own copper fox. What will we cover?…

What's it all about? The pelvis is the foundation for graceful movement and powerful action. But our modern, sedentary lives, with many hours of chair sitting, dull and restrict the aliveness of our centre. Learn how to pleasantly, gently tune in to the pelvis, create mobility and open to vitality and pleasure. Improve your posture,…

What's it all about? Spend an evening relaxing while creating a variety of bright colourful handmade Xmas items (cards, tags, tree ornaments) to grace your home and as gift to friend and families.   Nothing beats the personal touch of a handmade gift! Learn how to create these in a fun, relaxed way in this…

What's it all about? OK - here comes Christmas. Your friends and family have all the stuff they need, but you'd like to give them a gift. This year – how about putting some time, effort and love into a jar? Hand made goodies from your kitchen tend to be very well received! Dukkahs, preserves,…

What's it all about? Air-Dry Clay is a natural earth clay which air-dries to a hard solid without using an oven or kiln. In this class we'll be playing with clay to create our own little festive decorative items. You can use it to make all sorts of flat shapes like stars, trees, love hearts…

What's it all about? Making baskets is meditative, easy and fun. It is one of most well-known crafts in the history of humanity and examples of it appear in most indigenous cultures. Coiled baskets are typical of Australian aboriginal culture as well as in South America, the Middle East and large parts of Africa. They…

What's it all about? Do you have cats or live in a small apartment? Maybe you are from the northern hemisphere and wonder how that pine will last in the heat? Well, why not have a flat hanging Christmas tree this year! Join us and learn the basics of wonderful macrame while making your own…

What's it all about? 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…

What's it all about? 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…

What's it all about? Ever wondered why some Italian desserts just taste so good? Would you like to become a more impressive host (or guest) this festive season and make some classic Italian desserts, or dolci, for your next dinner party? Learn from Italian foodie Annalisa how to create these sensational treats in your home…

What's it all about? Are you feeling the need to move during your lunch break? Learn the hypnotic hip movements of the Pacific, and the grace and charm of Hawaiian storytellers while you refresh and revive and most importantly enjoy your lunch break! What will we cover? Understand and appreciate the origin of Hawaiian hula…

This class has different price options for those affected by the pandemic, click the register button above and see the different options What's it all about? Celebrating Christmas with an introduction to the world of abstract illustration (or doodles) as a gateway to relaxation, meditation and mindfulness. This highly addictive art form is easy, fun…

This class is part of The Melbourne Christmas Festival and all material costs have been sponsored by City of Melbourne. What's it all about? Want a quirky Christmas decor that is not a run-of-the-mill bauble or pine tree? Why not learn a little sewing while making your own faux taxidermy dear head. This playful take…

This class is part of City of Melbourne Christmas Festival and all material costs have been sponsored by City of Melbourne. What's it all about? Let's upcycle this Christmas and make decor that is meaningful and lovely at the same time! Join us and make your own durable upcycled wreath made out of jumpers and…

What's it all about? 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…

What's it all about? Join the war on waste and cut down on your use of single-use plastic by using beeswax wraps to cover food and carry snacks. In this fun class you will learn how to make your own beeswax wraps, ideal for your own use or perhaps as an awesome gift? What will…

What's it all about? Get a safe and easy fix for neck tension and stiffness using the ingenious Feldenkrais movement exercises. This is a floor exercises version that offers different movements from the seated chair version. Feldenkrais is a clever exercise system using gentle movement and mindfulness. You learn to release tightness and unconscious restriction…

What's it all about? Macramé, or the art of knotting, is fun, relaxing, doesn't need specific tools and is a very useful craft! You can make from planters to curtains, bags or Christmas decorations. Traditional macrame uses cotton rope but you can use all sorts of materials, specially up-cycled t-shirts or fabric which makes it…

This class has different price options for those affected by the pandemic, click the register button above and see the different options What's it all about? Learning how to create your own beautiful decorative and personalised map of the neighbourhood of your choice is fun! Create a lovely illustrative map of some of your favourite…

What's it all about? Do you have cats or live in a small apartment? Maybe you are from the northern hemisphere and wonder how that pine will last in the heat? Well, why not have a flat hanging Christmas tree this year! Join us and learn the basics of wonderful macrame while making your own…