Craft

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 …

  • 8th May, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEST)
  • 512 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Needle Felting: Cottage Pin Cushions with Heather

What’s it all about?  Needle felting is the process of turning loose wool into a solid felt using a barbed needle – it’s a very easy craft that doesn’t require extensive equipment. Using the dry needle felting technique you’ll be taught how to create basic 2D and 3D shapes, to develop into the cutest cottage …

  • 13th May, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

DIY Light-up Mothers’ Day Cards with Jess

Who’s the light of your life? Your queen bee? The apple of your eye? Express yourself and say it all with a handmade light-up greetings card! Reconnect with your science brain learn to make a greetings card that’s extra special and memorable with a light-up effect! This beginner class will introduce you to circuits and …

  • 9th May, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • 512 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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 or …

  • 14th May, 2024
  • 6:15am - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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 …

  • 20th May, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEST)
  • 512 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Learn to Loom Weave with Clare

Weaving on a loom is a beautiful and rewarding craft! The art of loom weaving creates beautiful textured wall hangings to suit your own style. Think tight, controlled and minimal or shaggy and colourful 70s vibes! In this workshop you will learn all the essential techniques to create your woven masterpiece.  All the tools and materials will …

  • 21st May, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEST)
  • Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St (Nicholson Building), Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Knitting for Beginners with Clare

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. …

  • 21st May, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St (Nicholson Building), Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Dainty Dioramas 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, an alternate world, or even a colourful tribute to a hero or heart throb? Join us and create your own dreamscape in miniature. We’ll learn how to transform a box into a beautiful diorama and we’ll …

  • 22nd May, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEST)
  • L3 R14, 37 Swanston St, Melbourne, 3000 VIC

Life Line Cords: An Intro To Japanese Kumihimo Braiding with Vivian

Wherever the artist Vivian Qiu travels – sitting on the train, watching over a lake – she braids in the sound, smell and the essence of that place. In this way the Life Line Cord captures life’s moments, stories and body sensation. Join her and learn the technique of Japanese Kumihimo braiding. It’s a traditional Japanese …

  • 6th Jun, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • L3 R14, 37 Swanston St (Nicholson Building) Melbourne, 3000 VIC

Jesmonite Gifts: Galactic 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, with diverse colours, textures and finishes. Come and learn how to use Jesmonite, and design and create your own colourful trinket tray. It’s also a fun way to say Thanks Mum this Mothers’ Day with something handmade. This is …

  • 7th May, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEST)
  • 512 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia