Handcrafts Courses - Short Courses Sydney

Handcrafts Courses

Make it yourself with our handcrafts short courses in Sydney!

Ever wanted to work with your hands and create something unique you can wear or display? Perhaps you want to build and repair your own furniture but you can’t get your head around the tools or materials?

We offer a wide range of handcrafts courses taught face to face with experienced professionals where you can enjoy working with metal, resin, clay, wood, yarn and natural materials to make something that’s all yours. Learn in a friendly environment at our Rozelle campus or our partner studios in Sydney.

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Resin Course for Beginners

Learn to make your own resin pieces with our resin art short courses, part of our visual arts short course program in Sydney! This comprehensive resin course is an essential course for everyone who would like to learn everything about resin. Be introduced to fast-setting resin and slow-setting resin and learn the correct safety procedures when working with silicone and resin. Explore how to create and make your own wall art, homeware, trinket dish, and jewellery piece in this resin...

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Resin Course for Beginners

Sat 16 Sep 2023 - Sat 23 Sep 2023

2 sessions, 8 hours total

9:30am - 2:30pm (UTC+10:00) (first session)

Monika Pawsey

Please have only the preferred kit option selected.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 16 Sep 2023	9:30am - 2:30pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Sat 23 Sep 2023	9:30am - 12:30pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Resin Course for Beginners

Sat 2 Dec 2023 - Sat 9 Dec 2023

2 sessions, 8 hours total

9:30am - 2:30pm (UTC+11:00) (first session)

Monika Pawsey

Please have only the preferred kit option selected.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 2 Dec 2023	9:30am - 2:30pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Sat 9 Dec 2023	9:30am - 12:30pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Home DIY Workshop

Do it yourself! Learn the skills and secrets of Home DIY with this workshop, as part of our Woodwork courses in Sydney! Don’t call the experts; empower yourself to undertake your own DIY projects by unlocking the skills and secrets of Home DIY with this hands-on 2-day workshop. In this workshop, you will learn how to safely and economically undertake several small maintenance tasks around the home. Whether it’s an unfinished DIY project or if you’re looking to take on some basic...

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Home DIY Workshop

Sun 17 Sep 2023 - Sun 24 Sep 2023

2 sessions, 10 hours total

10am - 3pm (UTC+10:00)

The Bower

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sun 17 Sep 2023	10am - 3pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern
Sun 24 Sep 2023	10am - 3pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern

Home DIY Workshop

Sun 15 Oct 2023 - Sun 22 Oct 2023

2 sessions, 10 hours total

10am - 3pm (UTC+11:00)

The Bower

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sun 15 Oct 2023	10am - 3pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern
Sun 22 Oct 2023	10am - 3pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern

Home DIY Workshop

Sun 19 Nov 2023 - Sun 26 Nov 2023

2 sessions, 10 hours total

10am - 3pm (UTC+11:00)

The Bower

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sun 19 Nov 2023	10am - 3pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern
Sun 26 Nov 2023	10am - 3pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern

Build a Step Stool Course

Learn how to build your own wooden step stool with our woodwork short courses in Sydney! This is a great introduction to woodwork course for anyone who would like to be introduced to the joys of working with wood, and in particular working with second-hand timbers that would otherwise be heading to landfill. Second-hand timber is a bountiful, affordable and high-quality resource. This course will inform you about its many possible uses and how to be a part of saving it from...

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Build a Step Stool Course

Mon 25 Sep 2023

1 session, 7 hours total

9am - 4pm (UTC+10:00)

Among The Trees

This course is suitable for students 18 years and over.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Mon 25 Sep 2023	9am - 4pm	Carpentry Workshop Space - Among The Trees Workshop

Build a Step Stool Course

Sun 19 Nov 2023

1 session, 7 hours total

9am - 4pm (UTC+11:00)

Among The Trees

This course is suitable for students 18 years and over.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sun 19 Nov 2023	9am - 4pm	Carpentry Workshop Space - Among The Trees Workshop	Includes 1-hour lunch break

Silver Jewellery Making Course: Textured Earrings

Master the art of creating your own earrings with our jewellery courses in Sydney! In this course, you will learn how to create two pairs of silver earrings with different textured surfaces using roller printing, stamping, and hammering techniques. These techniques are an easy and effective way to create elegant jewellery. You will also explore how to create a contrast on sterling silver through the process of oxidation. The possibilities are endless. At the end of this course, you...

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Silver Jewellery Making Course: Textured Earrings

Sat 30 Sep 2023

1 session, 4 hours total

9:30am - 1:30pm (UTC+10:00)

Susanna Strati

Please note, that the tutor for your class has requested that all students wear a mask due to the need for demonstration that may move within the 1.5m social distancing rule.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 30 Sep 2023	9:30am - 1:30pm	A2-4: Jewellery Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Silver Jewellery Making Course: Textured Earrings

Mon 11 Dec 2023

1 session, 4 hours total

9:30am - 1:30pm (UTC+11:00)

Susanna Strati

Please note, that the tutor for your class has requested that all students wear a mask due to the need for demonstration that may move within the 1.5m social distancing rule.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Mon 11 Dec 2023	9:30am - 1:30pm	A2-4: Jewellery Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Art Kintsugi Introductory Workshop

Learn the mindful Japanese art of golden ceramic mending to give new life to a damaged piece with our Home DIY short courses in Sydney! Kintsugi is century-old Japanese craftwork where broken ceramic objects are pieced back together using lacquer and gold dust, based on the philosophy of Wabi Sabi: finding beauty in imperfection. The process transforms much-loved, broken items into beautifully crafted, new pieces of art. It is a chance to live in a more sustainable way and to...

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Art Kintsugi Introductory Workshop

Sat 30 Sep 2023

1 session, 3.5 hours total

10am - 1:30pm (UTC+10:00)

Yoko Kawada

All materials included!

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 30 Sep 2023	10am - 1:30pm	A1-1: Visual Arts - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Art Kintsugi Introductory Workshop

Fri 27 Oct 2023

1 session, 3.5 hours total

10am - 1:30pm (UTC+11:00)

Yoko Kawada

All materials included!

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Fri 27 Oct 2023	10am - 1:30pm	A1-3: Visual Arts - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Art Kintsugi Introductory Workshop

Fri 8 Dec 2023

1 session, 3.5 hours total

10am - 1:30pm (UTC+11:00)

Yoko Kawada

All materials included!

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Fri 8 Dec 2023	10am - 1:30pm	A1-1: Visual Arts - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Origami Workshop for Beginners

Learn how to make origami with our handcraft short courses in Sydney! Join this origami workshop and learn how to create exquisite greeting cards and a beautiful jewellery box using simple origami techniques. Origami is not only a mindful activity, but it can also be therapeutic to create something beautiful. This workshop is perfect for beginners who want to explore a new craft and even learn how to upcycle a milk carton into something special. Handmade Japanese cards may look...

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Origami Workshop for Beginners

Sat 30 Sep 2023

1 session, 3.5 hours total

1pm - 4:30pm (UTC+10:00)

Harumi Hayakawa

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 30 Sep 2023	1pm - 4:30pm	C1-3: Training Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Wooden Rolling Pin Making Class

Learn basic woodworking skills with our woodwork short courses in Sydney! Over the course of five hours, you'll shape your very own rolling pin using some simple, traditional hand tools, as well as finishing the rolling pin with food-safe oil. By the end of the class, you'll have a basic understanding of some of the principles of woodwork and will discover the nourishment that comes from creating something tangible with your hands and working with ethically sourced materials! This...

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Wooden Rolling Pin Making Class

Sun 1 Oct 2023

1 session, 5 hours total

10am - 3pm (UTC+11:00)

Among The Trees

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sun 1 Oct 2023	10am - 3pm	Carpentry Workshop Space - Among The Trees Workshop

Wooden Rolling Pin Making Class

Sun 17 Dec 2023

1 session, 5 hours total

10am - 3pm (UTC+11:00)

Among The Trees

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sun 17 Dec 2023	10am - 3pm	Carpentry Workshop Space - Among The Trees Workshop

Introduction to Woodwork Class: Timber Bangle Carving

Learn basic woodworking skills with our woodwork short courses in Sydney! Looking for unique things to do in Sydney? This short workshop is perfect for anyone who would like to dip their toes into the world of working with reclaimed wood. Over the course of three hours, you'll learn how to work with and finish reclaimed timber using traditional hand tools. Our series of Woodwork taster courses include: spatula carving, paddle making, chopstick making, and timber bangle making. By...

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Introduction to Woodwork Class: Timber Bangle Carving

Mon 2 Oct 2023

1 session, 3 hours total

10am - 1pm (UTC+11:00)

Among The Trees

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Mon 2 Oct 2023	10am - 1pm	Carpentry Workshop Space - Among The Trees Workshop

Knitting Course for Beginners

Learn to be crafty with our handcraft short courses in Sydney! Learn this ancient craft, and discover the exciting range of possibilities available to the modern knitter. Once you have learned the basics, it is possible to create beautiful and practical wearables and homewares for yourself, your family and friends. You will learn the basics of knitting techniques and work on a particular project of your choosing. Your progress in a project will be discussed at the start of a...

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Knitting Course for Beginners

Thu 5 Oct 2023 - Thu 26 Oct 2023

4 sessions, 10 hours total

6pm - 8:30pm (UTC+11:00)

Sylvia Murray

Enrol early to avoid disappointment. All classes have limited spaces.

When	Time	Where
Thu 5 Oct 2023	6pm - 8:30pm	A2-1: Sewing Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Thu 12 Oct 2023	6pm - 8:30pm	A2-1: Sewing Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Thu 19 Oct 2023	6pm - 8:30pm	A2-1: Sewing Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Thu 26 Oct 2023	6pm - 8:30pm	A2-1: Sewing Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Recycled Timber Picture Framing Course

Learn the essentials of Picture Framing with our woodwork short courses in Sydney! This course is for people with no experience in framing pictures and is designed to teach you the skills and confidence to create a variety of different frame styles using simple tools and second-hand timber. You will be able to custom your frames to accommodate an A5 print (210mm x 150mm). Once completed, you will be able to complete your own frame projects at home. There will also be the...

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Recycled Timber Picture Framing Course