Past Online Classes
Take a look back at the online classes we’ve run.
Past Online Classes
Festive Dioramas: Gifts and Decorations with Fran
Who doesn't love a miniature world? ! Can you imagine your favourite room in miniature, or a scene from a favourite book? Perhaps an imaginary garden or an alternate world. In this Christmas edition of our Dainty Dioramas class, we'll have all sorts of festive decorations. From miniature ginger houses to alpacas wearing Santa hats,…
Journaling Writing: How Far You’ve Come with Ingrid (Online)
We're all busy with something or other, whether it's doing, working, growing or being. And even though there will always be something more to do, to learn, to overcome or enjoy, every now and then it's so good justbto pause and recognise how far we've come. With the end of the year just around the…
Feldenkrais: Happy Feet with Ralph (Online)
Our feet often carry the whole of our bodies and provide us mobility, but we rarely pay them the attention they deserve. Using the ingenious Feldenkrais movement exercises, Ralph will guide you through a series of gentle and safe movement to free those fabulous feet! You’ll be walking on air in no time! Feldenkrais…
Dry Felting 101: Robins for Your Tree 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, such a useful hobby! In this beginner class we'll be learning to dry felt cute robins…
SOLD OUT – Fed Square Festive Workshops: Festive Native Wreaths with Robyn
Whether it’s baking biscuits, wrapping the gifts, or putting on a meal for your family, the best bit about any festive season is getting into the spirit of things and making something yourselfWhy not give something new a try and make your own botanic wreath! Get in touch with nature and learn the techniques…
Shibari for Intimacy: Creating Deeper Connection with Harli
Shibari is the erotic practice of traditionally informed Japanese rope bondage. Join us for a guided journey into this exciting world! This class will cover the basics of Shibari knot tying, but with a specific focus on the art form's potential for facilitating profound intimacy, connection and trust building with partners. In all of our…
Shibari 101: Rope Bondage with Harli
Shibari is the erotic practice of traditionally informed Japanese rope bondage. Join us for a guided journey into this exciting world! In this introduction to shibari we will learn the important foundations of safety and rope-craft before learning some basic yet effective knots and techniques for both the tie-ers (Riggers) and the tie-ees (Bunnies) All welcome. The lesson…
Colour Gradient Linocut Printmaking with Emilie
In this class, Emilie will teach you how to make your own, individually designed print! You'll be taken through each step - from designing, calving a linocut stamp and then printing using a beautiful 2 colour gradient! Once you have made your stamp - you can use it on greeting cards, t-shirts, tote bags -…
How to Achieve a Fulfilling Career and Love your Mondays with John (Online)
Do you love Monday mornings or dread them? Let’s face it, we all desire a career that gives us a sense fulfillment, purpose and satisfaction. We want to be recognised for our expertise and value as well as being financially rewarded at the level we truly deserve. Unfortunately, many people get stuck in jobs far…
Unique Gifts: Beginner Linocut Printing 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 this…
Festive Native Wreaths with Robyn
Whether it’s baking biscuits, wrapping the gifts, or putting on a meal for your family, the best bit about any festive season is getting into the spirit of things and making something yourselfWhy not give something new a try and make your own botanic wreath! Get in touch with nature and learn the techniques…
Metal embossing: Personalised Ornaments with Maria
Learn how to make metallic decorations using aluminium trays! Together we'll learn some techniques about working with metal such as high and low relief and we'll make as many decorations as you can fit in 75mins! Maria will have an assortment of unique designs to inspire you and will help you create a personalised as…
SOLD OUT – Macrame Xmas Trees with Maria
Do you have cats or live in a small apartment? Maybe you are a 70's fan? Well, why not have a flat hanging Christmas tree this year! Join us and learn the basics of wonderful macrame while making your own beautiful tree hanger for home. All materials provided. Macramé, or the art of knotting, is…
SOLD OUT – Festive Native Wreaths with Robyn
**This class runs at 6: 15pm and at 7: 45pm on Tuesday 26th Nov**Whether it’s baking biscuits, wrapping the gifts, or putting on a meal for your family, the best bit about any festive season is getting into the spirit of things and making something yourselfWhy not give something new a try and make your…
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…
The Secret Languages of Dogs with Harriet (Online)
Surely we're in the age of the Doggo! While dogs and humans have been living and working together for thousands of years, dog companionship is so prevalent these days. Dog parks are bustling, and renters now have more protections around having pets. Our relationships with dogs can be hugely beneficial to the wellbeing of both species.…
Living Terrarium Baubles with Winter
Terrariums are are really interesting way of growing indoor plants. And they're actually easy to create and care for! Succulents and cacti plants are much happier in open terrariums, rather than enclosed environments. In this class, we will learn how to make our own mini open terrariums from scratch using decorative glass baubles! These…
SOLD OUT – World Flavours Malaysia: Kari Ayam or Malaysian Chicken Curry
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…
SOLD OUT – Queer Social Footscray: Ex Libris Stamp Making with Emilie
Have you ever enthusiastically loaned a favourite book to a friend, housemate, family member and it never came back? You need an ex-libris! Ex-libris are stamps that are used to mark books from a collection, usually used by libraries. In this class, Emilie will teach you how to design and make your very own custom…
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…
Learn to use Jesmonite: Colourful Trinket Trays with Maddy
Jesmonite is a water-based and eco-friendly resin, which is non-toxic and has no dangerous fumes. It's a versatile casting material, and we'll run through the different colours, textures and finishes you can achieve. Come and learn how to use Jesmonite, and design and create your own colourful trinket tray. It also makes a fun handmade gift (if you…
Make Your Own Silver Ring with Qing
**This is a two-part class taking place 7. 45-9pm on Wednesday 20th and 27th November (fee covers both classes)** Come and make your own silver ring! Making something yourself if always so meaningful, and to make a ring - something significant that we likely wear everyday - has even extra charm. This class will introduce you…
An Introduction to Gouache Painting with Emilie
In this class, Emilie will share her tips to get started with gouache painting! Gouache is an easy to source, affordable, water-based paint that is perfect for complete beginners. The texture of gouache gives a matte, flat finish that suits contemporary illustration style. This class will cover the basics of colour theory, brush control and…
Make Your Own Silver Pendant with Qing
**This is a two-part class taking place 6. 15-7: 30pm on Wednesday 20th and 27th November (fee covers both classes)** What’s it all about? Come and make your own silver pendant over two classes. In the first week you will learn the technique of “lost wax casting”. This involves using wax to make a cast, shaping and forming…
Colour Theory for Watercolour with Emilie
Watercolour is a wonderful medium to start learning about the basics of colour theory. Get your watercolour set and join this class to learn all about composing a colour palette and mixing your watercolours! We’ll work on a couple of illustrations exploring the full spectrum of colour and learn to control the tonal value…
Learn to Make Onigiri with Naoko (online)
How delicious is fresh Japanese! 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 you'll be able to cook along with Naoko in Kanazawa, Japan, as she demonstrates how to…
Leathercraft Basics: Make a Leather Purse with Gosia
Discover the art of Leathercraft! In this workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of leatherworking while creating your own unique and sustainable leather pouch. Using 100% repurposed leather, you'll be guided through all aspects of this project, from creating the initial pattern, to stitching and embellishing, to create your own one-of-a-kind leather pouch that reflects your…
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…
Leathercraft Basics: Leather Accessories with Gosia
This holiday season discover the art of Leathercraft and make some fun, handmade gifts! From earrings and brooches to cuffs and key rings. In this workshop, you’ll learn basic leatherworking techniques for 2D and 3D designs while creating your own unique and sustainable leather jewellery and accessories. There are lots of colours and finishes to…
Beaded Embroidery 101 with Natalia
In this beginner class we will be learning all about bead embroidery which is a type of bead-work that uses a needle and thread to stitch beads to a stitch-able surface. We will learn while making a small beaded flower garden! You can stack beads and sequins to make 3D plants and flowers and landscape…
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