Past Online Classes
Take a look back at the online classes we’ve run.
Past Online Classes
Journaling Writing to Embrace the Variety of Life with Ingrid (Online)
Knowing what you don't want can be a valuable stepping stone to working out what you do want. Both aspects add to the wonderful variety of life and ease decision-making. As you learn a unique step-by-step journal writing framework, you’ll also be inspired to appreciate all of your options. Imagine you were stepping into a…
No Needle Knitting: Chunky Cosy Pillows with Maria
Can you make a big chunky pillow in 30mins? Yes you can! In this class, we'll learn two different No-needle knitting techniques (arm knitting and loop knit) using the chunkiest, softest yarn. You'll leave with a new fun hobby and a new cozy pillow everyone will be able to finish during the class. What will…
Eco Bath Bombs with Maddy
Choosing some down time is always a good idea. And with some beautiful bath bombs sitting in your bathroom, hopefully you'll be more encouraged to fill the tub, relax, and have a rewarding fizzy soak. In this fun, hands-on workshop come and learn how to make your own colourful bath bombs with simple and safe…
Dry Felting 101: Spring Flowers 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. You can make toys, ornaments and decorations - a very fun and colouful hobby! In this beginner class we'll be learning to dry…
Project Managing Your Home Renovation with Belinda (Online)
Have you been thinking of renovating but feel nervous about the cost, the time it will take and whether you’ll even be happy with the end result? ! This is only natural! You’ve probably never done this before, it’s going to cost a LOT of money and you will, literally, have to live with the…
A Beginner’s Guide to Woodcarving with Alma
Come and explore the beautiful craft of woodcarving. Your teacher, Alma, is a professional cabinet maker and woodworker, and in this special 2 hour class she'll get you on the tools carving your very first piece! Alma will run you through different tools for different functions and their techniques. You'll also learn about different types…
Open Succulent Terrariums with Winter
Terrariums are easy to take care and very trendy! You can make closed ones, where you create your own ecosystem. Or open ones, which are more suited to succulents and cacti. In this class, we will learn how to make our own open terrarium from scratch. Think of it as “mini-landscaping”! Should I add…
Make Your Own Vegan Cheeses with Elodie (Online)
If you've ever tried to give up dairy, you know how hard it can be to give up cheese! But there are lots of reasons why non-dairy cheeses are a good option: whether you're vegan, sensitive to dairy, aware of your food miles, or are on a budget. The good news is, vegan cheese is something you…
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…
Learning the Labyrinth: Art Meditation with Tash
The labyrinth. No, not David Bowie. But the beautiful, turning paths (or elaborate and deceptive designs) from the Ancient Greek. While labyrinths differ from mazes, in that there is only one path, their continually changing directions can be disorienting. And rather than this being an uncomfortable disorientation, it's a lovely chance to slow, lose the…
Polymer Clay: Cute Kawaii Magnets with Maria
Kawaii is the Japanese culture of cuteness, and in this class Maria will show you how to make the cutest magnets ever! Polymer Clay is a a fun and easy-to-use modelling medium with all the colours to choose from. Learn how to mould different items, how to play with gestures and Japanese-style kawaii features and…
The Tale of That Copyrighted Black and Gothic Upcycling with Maddy
You might not have heard of "Vantablack", but it's a wild and curly tale of colour copyrights, light absorbing darkness, satellites and. . . home decor! ? Simply put, Vantablack is the darkest black pigment humans have created, originally as a form of military camouflage. It's extremely matte, meaning it doesn't reflect light, giving…
Macrame for Beginners: Body Planters with Maria
Macrame is a craft using knots and weaves to make beautiful homewares, clothing and more. Its origins are a bit unsure, some dating it back to the 13th century in Arabia using knot patterns to decorate textiles and others tracing it back to Babylonian times. It's a very relaxing and fun hobby and can be…
Starting 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! Your teacher John is a focussed business coach and I will take you through a step by…
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 binding component burns away leaving your creation as solid silver! In this fun…
Chikankari: Indian ‘Shadow Work’ Embroidery for Beginners with Manjari
What’s it all about? Chikankari is a very old traditional embroidery technique also known as Shadow Work. This ancient art form was introduced to India during the Mugal era in 16th Century and is still practiced in the Northern India. Originally this work was done on white fabrics using white threads creating a surreal effect…
World Flavours Zimbabwe: Sadza and Beef Relish ‘Haifiridzi’
What’s it all about? Come and learn some easy delicious recipes that you can easily cook yourself! In this series of cooking workshops, we will learn staple and traditional recipes from international students living in Melbourne. These have been thought out to be simple enough to cook yourself and they are just delicious. This time…
Queer Social Footscray: Sewing Basics – Felt Badges, patches and everything in between with Raize
Sewing is a really nifty skill. From small clothing repairs and alterations, to bold accessories and costumes! Come and learn some beginner sewing stitches and techniques and put your new found skills to use sewing a felt badge or patches ( pronoun badges for example). You can also take the pattern home to reproduce it…
DIY Screen Print a Tote Bag with Maddy
This introduction to screen printing is a hands-on workshop where we will get our hands dirty making original, fun tote bags - perfect to take to the market! This class will cover techniques needed to start you on your way to screen printing success and how to bring your ideas to life with easy techniques.…
Important (and fun!) Knot Tying for Beginners with Clare
Not sure about the difference between an overhand loop and a bow line? A cats paw and a cow hitch? Or even just a reef knot or a granny knot? Knowing how to tie a good knot is an important life skill, whether you need to secure a load to the back of your ute,…
Beginner Bushwalking for Every Body with Clare
Bush walking is for everyone and every body! And now that Spring is here the weather is going to be even nicer for getting out of town and taking a trek. Whether you're hoping to skip town for your first walking trip or planning something longer, escaping the city for a dose of nature is high…
Nature Journaling for Beginners with Kathleen
Did you know that at a cellular level humans benefit from green time - from being with nature, letting our control lessen and allowing curiosity take over. If you love spending time in nature, are looking to try something a bit different, or wanting to be more mindful in your every day life, this introduction…
Creative Writing: Developing Deep Characters with Liliane (Online)
People are multi-‘layered’ and when we read, we want these people to be as nuanced, flawed and multifaceted as we are. In this class we will explore all those layers, from outward appearance to deepest values and secrets. By studying the character you are most familiar with, you will gain insights into how to construct…
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…
Spring Fling: Dance Around the World with Alia
Spring is in the air! And if you've been hibernating through the Winter our Bellydance teacher Alia invites you to try a variety of dance traditions in her Spring Fling class! This gentle dance class will include a taster of styles from Persia, the Middle East and Hawaiian traditions that focus on different areas of…
The Art of Paper Marbling with Ellen
What’s it all about? Marbling is an abstract, ancient art-form and a lot of free flowing fun! By floating inks on a water solution, then taking prints, you'll create unique, one-off pieces of colourful art. No experience is necessary for this meditative creative process. Come and play with some colour together! Appreciating and enjoying the…
Smartphone Photography and Editing with Natalia (online)
Do you want to know how to take pretty pictures of the places and people around you to share on social media? Or professional photos of your wares as a small business? Or better snaps of your gigs for more impactful publicity. Make images that have an impact and stay on the viewers' minds. Whether for…
Sewing For Beginners: Japanese Pin Cushions with Heather
What’s it all about? Calling all sewers! And all of you who have never touched a needle and thread but are inspired by Heather's sweet beginner sewing project - the Japanese pin cushion! Using beautiful patterned and coloured Japanese fabrics and a sake cup, you'll be making a high reward/low effort pin cushion!…
Feldenkrais: Magic Blanket with Ralph (online)
So 'Magic Blanket' is a curious name for a movement class, but a rolled up blanket or beach towel can do remarkable things to support and release all areas of your neck and back in floor-based activity. And for this, we think it's actually rather magical! In this floor-based class, Ralph will introduce you to…
An Introduction to Chinese Characters with Danni
With over 5, 000 years of history, Chinese is a fascinating language. Chinese is one of the only pictographic based languages that has evolved to still be used in the modern day. In this workshop, you will the basics of how Chinese characters are formed, as well as how to decode them based on their…
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