Handcrafts Courses

Fri 9 Aug 2024 - Fri 30 Aug 2024

Sarah Thorpe

When	Time	Where
Fri 21 Jun 2024	10am - 3pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Fri 28 Jun 2024	10am - 3pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Fri 5 Jul 2024	10am - 3pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Fri 12 Jul 2024	10am - 3pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Stained Glass Course: Leadlight Windows for Beginners

4 sessions, 20 hours total

Tue 24 Sep 2024 - Tue 12 Nov 2024

Sarah Thorpe

When	Time	Where
Fri 9 Aug 2024	10am - 3pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Fri 16 Aug 2024	10am - 3pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Fri 23 Aug 2024	10am - 3pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Fri 30 Aug 2024	10am - 3pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Stained Glass Course: Leadlight Windows for Beginners

8 sessions, 20 hours total

6pm - 8:30pm (UTC+10:00) (first session)

Sarah Thorpe

When	Time	Where
Tue 24 Sep 2024	6pm - 8:30pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Tue 1 Oct 2024	6pm - 8:30pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Tue 8 Oct 2024	6pm - 8:30pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Tue 15 Oct 2024	6pm - 8:30pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Tue 22 Oct 2024	6pm - 8:30pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Tue 29 Oct 2024	6pm - 8:30pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Tue 5 Nov 2024	6pm - 8:30pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Tue 12 Nov 2024	6pm - 8:30pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Glass Platters: Kiln Fired Course

Learn to use glass creatively and make a one-of-a-kind contemporary glass platter and a decorative object with our handcrafts courses in Sydney! In this glass art course, you will be introduced to the world of contemporary kiln-fired glass. You will learn how to design and create your own stunning glass platters and decorative objects to give as gifts, to sell at the markets or to have as a centrepiece in your home. Discover your creative potential as you learn the skills required...

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Glass Platters: Kiln Fired Course

Sat 22 Jun 2024

1 session, 7.5 hours total

9am - 4:30pm (UTC+10:00)

Kate Baker

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 22 Jun 2024	9am - 4:30pm	Default - Studio4

Glass Platters: Kiln Fired Course

Sat 27 Jul 2024

1 session, 7.5 hours total

9am - 4:30pm (UTC+10:00)

Kate Baker

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 27 Jul 2024	9am - 4:30pm	Default - Studio4

Hand Tool Sharpening Course

Learn basic woodworking skills with our woodwork short courses in Sydney! While most woodwork projects require a sharp tool for high quality results, hand tool sharpening is often seen as a mysterious or inscrutable art. In this course we will demystify the world of sharpening, including how to make and maintain a sharp edge, and teach you how to achieve one consistently and easily for their own woodworking tools. The introduction course will focus on sharpening a chisel by hand...

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Hand Tool Sharpening Course

Sat 22 Jun 2024

1 session, 7 hours total

Sat 22 Jun 2024 - Sat 29 Jun 2024

Among The Trees

Important Note: Please note this course is exempt from all discounts including the learning membership. Please see terms and conditions.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 22 Jun 2024	9am - 4pm	Carpentry Workshop Space - Among The Trees Workshop

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

2 sessions, 10 hours total

Sun 28 Jul 2024 - Sun 4 Aug 2024

The Bower

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 22 Jun 2024	10am - 3pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern	The Bower: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016 (entry via Turner Street, opposite of 23 Turner Street, from the rear of building) Emergency Contact (Workshop Manager): 0422 840 471
Sat 29 Jun 2024	10am - 3pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern	The Bower: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016 (entry via Turner Street, opposite of 23 Turner Street, from the rear of building) Emergency Contact (Workshop Manager): 0422 840 471

Home DIY Workshop

2 sessions, 10 hours total

Sun 1 Sep 2024 - Sun 8 Sep 2024

The Bower

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sun 28 Jul 2024	10am - 3pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern	The Bower: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016 (entry via Turner Street, opposite of 23 Turner Street, from the rear of building) Emergency Contact (Workshop Manager): 0422 840 471
Sun 4 Aug 2024	10am - 3pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern	The Bower: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016 (entry via Turner Street, opposite of 23 Turner Street, from the rear of building) Emergency Contact (Workshop Manager): 0422 840 471

Home DIY Workshop

2 sessions, 10 hours total

Sat 12 Oct 2024 - Sat 19 Oct 2024

The Bower

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sun 1 Sep 2024	10am - 3pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern	The Bower: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016 (entry via Turner Street, opposite of 23 Turner Street, from the rear of building) Emergency Contact (Workshop Manager): 0422 840 471
Sun 8 Sep 2024	10am - 3pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern	The Bower: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016 (entry via Turner Street, opposite of 23 Turner Street, from the rear of building) Emergency Contact (Workshop Manager): 0422 840 471

Home DIY Workshop

2 sessions, 10 hours total

Sat 16 Nov 2024 - Sat 23 Nov 2024

The Bower

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 12 Oct 2024	10am - 3pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern	The Bower: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016 (entry via Turner Street, opposite of 23 Turner Street, from the rear of building) Emergency Contact (Workshop Manager): 0422 840 471
Sat 19 Oct 2024	10am - 3pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern	The Bower: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016 (entry via Turner Street, opposite of 23 Turner Street, from the rear of building) Emergency Contact (Workshop Manager): 0422 840 471

Home DIY Workshop

2 sessions, 10 hours total

Sun 1 Dec 2024 - Sun 8 Dec 2024

The Bower

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 16 Nov 2024	10am - 3pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern	The Bower: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016 (entry via Turner Street, opposite of 23 Turner Street, from the rear of building) Emergency Contact (Workshop Manager): 0422 840 471
Sat 23 Nov 2024	10am - 3pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern	The Bower: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016 (entry via Turner Street, opposite of 23 Turner Street, from the rear of building) Emergency Contact (Workshop Manager): 0422 840 471

Home DIY Workshop

2 sessions, 10 hours total

Sat 29 Jun 2024 - Sun 30 Jun 2024

The Bower

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sun 1 Dec 2024	10am - 3pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern	The Bower: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016 (entry via Turner Street, opposite of 23 Turner Street, from the rear of building) Emergency Contact (Workshop Manager): 0422 840 471
Sun 8 Dec 2024	10am - 3pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern	The Bower: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016 (entry via Turner Street, opposite of 23 Turner Street, from the rear of building) Emergency Contact (Workshop Manager): 0422 840 471

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 the skills and confidence to create a variety of different frame styles using simple tools and second-hand timber. You will be able to customise your frames to accommodate an A5 print (210mm x 150mm). Once completed, you will be able to complete your framing projects. Learning outcomes: By the end of this...

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Traditional Rug Making Workshop for Beginners

Learn how to design and create your own handmade rug with our handcraft short courses in Sydney! Discover the timeless art of traditional rug making in this hands-on workshop. Rug hooking is an ancient craft that has been practised for centuries. Despite almost dying out in the last century, it is experiencing a revival in the modern era due to its diverse design possibilities and mindfulness benefits. It is an eco-friendly craft where you can make 'rugs from rags', making use of...

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Traditional Rug Making Workshop for Beginners

Sat 29 Jun 2024

1 session, 6.5 hours total

9am - 3:30pm (UTC+10:00)

Jacqueline Curry

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 29 Jun 2024	9am - 3:30pm	C1-3: Training Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Traditional Rug Making Workshop for Beginners

Sat 16 Nov 2024

1 session, 6.5 hours total

9am - 3:30pm (UTC+11:00)

Jacqueline Curry

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 16 Nov 2024	9am - 3:30pm	A1-3: Visual Arts - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Woodworking Course: Hand Cut Joints

Learn how to accurately mark out and cut woodworking joints by hand with our woodwork short courses in Sydney! In this two-day class, you will discover how to accurately mark out and cut woodworking joints by hand using a basic set of tools. The course will cover the design, layout and cutting of a range of fundamental woodworking joints. The focus will be on developing the marking out, hand sawing and chisel techniques necessary to successfully cut joints by hand. A range of...

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Woodworking Course: Hand Cut Joints

2 sessions, 14 hours total

Sat 16 Nov 2024 - Sun 17 Nov 2024

The Wood Academy. , Darren Stewart

Important Note: Please note this course is exempt from all discounts including the learning membership. Please see terms and conditions. Additionally, all classes held by The Wood Academy do not permit class credit, transfers, or refunds for any enrolments.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 29 Jun 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville
Sun 30 Jun 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville

Woodworking Course: Hand Cut Joints

2 sessions, 14 hours total

Sat 29 Jun 2024 - Sat 6 Jul 2024

The Wood Academy. , Darren Stewart

Important Note: Please note this course is exempt from all discounts including the learning membership. Please see terms and conditions. Additionally, all classes held by The Wood Academy do not permit class credit, transfers, or refunds for any enrolments.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 16 Nov 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville
Sun 17 Nov 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville

Resin Jewellery & Silicone Mould Making Course

Learn to make your own silicone mould and resin jewellery with our resin art short courses, part of our visual arts short course program in Sydney! This Resin Jewellery and Silicone Mould Making course is an essential course for everyone who would like to learn everything about resin. Explore how to create and make your own silicone mould and how to use your mould to create your own resin pieces with fast setting as well as slow setting resin. No prior experience is necessary. This...

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Resin Jewellery & Silicone Mould Making Course

2 sessions, 5 hours total

9:30am - 12pm (UTC+10:00)

Monika Pawsey

The course fee includes materials valued at $90

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 29 Jun 2024	9:30am - 12pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Sat 6 Jul 2024	9:30am - 12pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Furniture Repair & Restoration Workshop (at Among The Trees)

Learn how to Repair and Restore Furniture with one of our Woodwork Courses in Sydney. Get started restoring, repairing, and maintaining furniture with our 2-full day or 8 session (evening) introductory course. Participants bring a piece they would like to get started repairing, and through collaborative engagement, each person will learn about a variety of common problems and repairs for different pieces of furniture. As a group we will go around to discuss what can and cannot be...

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Furniture Repair & Restoration Workshop (at Among The Trees)

Sat 29 Jun 2024 - Sun 30 Jun 2024

2 sessions, 10 hours total

Thu 25 Jul 2024 - Thu 12 Sep 2024

Venue TBA

Among The Trees

Important Note: Please note this course is exempt from all discounts including the learning membership. Please see terms and conditions.

This class is open now for our younger students. Find out more about it in our course description > Intended audience.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 29 Jun 2024	10am - 3pm
Sun 30 Jun 2024	10am - 3pm

Furniture Repair & Restoration Workshop (at Among The Trees)

8 sessions, 24 hours total

6pm - 9pm (UTC+10:00)

Among The Trees

When	Time	Where
Thu 25 Jul 2024	6pm - 9pm	Carpentry Workshop Space - Among The Trees Workshop
Thu 1 Aug 2024	6pm - 9pm	Carpentry Workshop Space - Among The Trees Workshop
Thu 8 Aug 2024	6pm - 9pm	Carpentry Workshop Space - Among The Trees Workshop
Thu 15 Aug 2024	6pm - 9pm	Carpentry Workshop Space - Among The Trees Workshop
Thu 22 Aug 2024	6pm - 9pm	Carpentry Workshop Space - Among The Trees Workshop
Thu 29 Aug 2024	6pm - 9pm	Carpentry Workshop Space - Among The Trees Workshop
Thu 5 Sep 2024	6pm - 9pm	Carpentry Workshop Space - Among The Trees Workshop
Thu 12 Sep 2024	6pm - 9pm	Carpentry Workshop Space - Among The Trees Workshop

Resin Homewares Workshop

Learn to make your own resin homewares with our resin art short courses, part of our visual arts short course program in Sydney! Join our fun Resin Homewares Workshop and go home with a small selection of beautiful resin homewares pieces. Be introduced to the resin medium and explore step by step how to work with resin slow setting to create your own homewares. In this workshop, you will have an array of mould options to work with to create one-of-a-kind coasters, bowls, and trays....

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Resin Homewares Workshop

Sat 6 Jul 2024

1 session, 3 hours total

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

Monika Pawsey

Please note, that the resin needs to dry for 48hrs. Please collect your artwork after two working days.

The course fee includes materials valued at $90.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 6 Jul 2024	1pm - 4pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Furniture Repair & Restoration Workshop (at The Bower)

Learn how to Repair and Restore Furniture with one of our Woodwork Courses in Sydney. This course will teach you how to carry out basic repairs to your favourite piece of furniture with one of our Woodwork Courses in Sydney. Learn how to repair joints and replace worn out or missing parts of timber pieces. Our experienced woodworking tutor will show you how to fix wobbly chairs and table legs as well as how to give new life to a preloved piece of furniture. This is a hands-on...

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Furniture Repair & Restoration Workshop (at The Bower)

Sat 13 Jul 2024

1 session, 6 hours total

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

The Bower

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 13 Jul 2024	10am - 4pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern	The Bower: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016 (entry via Turner Street, opposite of 23 Turner Street, from the rear of building) Emergency Contact (Workshop Manager): 0422 840 471

Furniture Repair & Restoration Workshop (at The Bower)

Sat 7 Sep 2024

1 session, 6 hours total

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

The Bower

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 7 Sep 2024	10am - 4pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern	The Bower: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016 (entry via Turner Street, opposite of 23 Turner Street, from the rear of building) Emergency Contact (Workshop Manager): 0422 840 471

Furniture Repair & Restoration Workshop (at The Bower)

Sat 2 Nov 2024

1 session, 6 hours total

10am - 4pm (UTC+11:00)

The Bower

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 2 Nov 2024	10am - 4pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern	The Bower: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016 (entry via Turner Street, opposite of 23 Turner Street, from the rear of building) Emergency Contact (Workshop Manager): 0422 840 471

Tunisian Crochet Course for Beginners

Learn crochet for beginners with our handcraft short courses in Sydney! Discover the unique craft of Tunisian crochet, a beautiful and addictive technique that combines the best of both knitting and crochet. This short course will teach you how to create thick and dense fabric using simple yet effective stitches that are easy to learn. With Tunisian crochet, you'll be able to create a range of stylish and elegant designs that are perfect for bags, scarves, and more. In this class,...

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Tunisian Crochet Course for Beginners

Sat 20 Jul 2024 - Sat 3 Aug 2024

3 sessions, 7.5 hours total

10am - 12:30pm (UTC+10:00)

Payal Bhargava

When	Time	Where
Sat 20 Jul 2024	10am - 12:30pm	C2-3: Training Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Sat 27 Jul 2024	10am - 12:30pm	C1-2: Training Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Sat 3 Aug 2024	10am - 12:30pm	A1-1: Visual Arts - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Jewellery: Wire Wrapped Workshop

Learn to design something meaningful with our jewellery courses in Sydney. Learn how to make wire wrapped jewellery at this course in Sydney. Learn how to show off your natural stones, coins or found objects. Turn your travel pieces into wearable jewellery. Combine this wire wrapped jewellery course with other courses to start your own jewellery practice. Our Jewellery - Wire Wrapped course may be the start of your new career! Here you will twist and interlock wire to create...

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Jewellery: Wire Wrapped Workshop

Sat 20 Jul 2024

1 session, 6 hours total

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

Takuya Ito

The course fee includes materials valued at $55 per student.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 20 Jul 2024	10am - 4pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Introduction to Woodwork: Woodturning Course

Learn basic woodturning skills with our woodwork short courses in Sydney! If you want to learn and develop your woodturning skills, this course is for you! In this woodturning course, you will learn the correct traditional skills and tools to learn how to turn between centres using faceplates, mount timber onto a chuck for turning, and turn that timber into different items. While working on your projects, you will receive detailed instructions on using rough gouges, spindle gouges,...

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Introduction to Woodwork: Woodturning Course

Sat 19 Oct 2024 - Sun 20 Oct 2024

2 sessions, 13 hours total

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

The Wood Academy. , Simon Begg

Important Note: Please note this course is exempt from all discounts including the learning membership. Please see terms and conditions. Additionally, all classes held by The Wood Academy do not permit class credit, transfers, or refunds for any enrolments.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 19 Oct 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville
Sun 20 Oct 2024	9am - 3pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville

Random Weave Sculpture Course

Learn how to make striking natural artwork with our weaving short courses in Sydney. Join sculptor Cherry Corr for a fun and relaxing class learning how to twist and form your own random weaving using only garden and natural materials. That's right - the materials for this class are entirely collected from plants in the area. You'll be using just a few simple tools, some easy-to-learn techniques - plus a little clever engineering - to create functional, sculptural forms...

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Random Weave Sculpture Course

Sat 27 Jul 2024

1 session, 5 hours total

Cherry Corr

All materials included

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 27 Jul 2024	10am - 3pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Random Weave Sculpture Course

Sat 14 Sep 2024

1 session, 5 hours total

Cherry Corr

All materials included

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 14 Sep 2024	10am - 3pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Random Weave Sculpture Course

Sat 23 Nov 2024

1 session, 5 hours total

Cherry Corr

All materials included

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 23 Nov 2024	10am - 3pm	A2-3: Arts Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Sustainable Coiled Basket Weaving Workshop: Continuers

Continue your journey in weaving wonderland with our Weaving short courses in Sydney! Extend your knowledge of coil-weaving basketry practices in this weaving workshop for Continuers. You'll be introduced to new weaving techniques, and learn how to add final flourishes to your beautiful basketry pieces, including coiled woven lids and handles. Your experienced tutor will provide hands-on assistance and expert advice on form, materials and more. You'll also explore how to express...

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Sustainable Coiled Basket Weaving Workshop: Continuers

Sat 3 Aug 2024

1 session, 6.5 hours total

9am - 3:30pm (UTC+10:00)

Judith Macrae

Please note: there will be a 30-minute break for lunch.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 3 Aug 2024	9am - 3:30pm	C1-1: Training Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Woodturning Class: Intro to Pen Turning

Learn basic woodturning skills with our woodwork short courses in Sydney! If you want to learn and develop your woodturning skills, this course is for you! This Pen Turning course will introduce you to the fundamentals of pen making. You will be learning how to prepare your materials for pen turning through to using a wood lathe, finishing and assembling the pens. You will be given detailed instructions on lathe basics, woodturning using a spindle roughing gouge, drilling methods...

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Woodturning Class: Intro to Pen Turning

Sat 3 Aug 2024

1 session, 7 hours total

The Wood Academy. , David Lim

Important Note: Please note this course is exempt from all discounts including the learning membership. Please see terms and conditions. Additionally, all classes held by The Wood Academy do not permit class credit, transfers, or refunds for any enrolments.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 3 Aug 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville

Woodturning Class: Intro to Pen Turning

Sat 26 Oct 2024

1 session, 7 hours total

The Wood Academy. , David Lim

Important Note: Please note this course is exempt from all discounts including the learning membership. Please see terms and conditions. Additionally, all classes held by The Wood Academy do not permit class credit, transfers, or refunds for any enrolments.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 26 Oct 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville

Introduction to Upholstery Course

Be introduced to Upholstery, and more, with our Woodwork courses in Sydney. This course is designed to give you an introduction to the wonderful craft of upholstery. Create a stylish cushioned footstool and in doing so learn the fundamentals of upholstery, its tools and materials. The hardwood timber legs have been especially made in house with reclaimed timber from the Among the Trees workshop. You not only will learn how to source upholstery materials second hand, but by the end...

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Introduction to Upholstery Course

Sun 4 Aug 2024

1 session, 6 hours total

9am - 3pm (UTC+10:00)

Among The Trees

Important Note: Please note this course is exempt from all discounts including the learning membership. Please see terms and conditions.

This class is open now for our younger students. Find out more about it in our course description > Intended audience.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sun 4 Aug 2024	9am - 3pm	Carpentry Workshop Space - Among The Trees Workshop

Sustainable Coiled Basket Weaving Workshop: Beginners

Learn the timeless art of basketry with our weaving short courses in Sydney! Discover the traditional basketry technique of coil weaving in this therapeutic workshop in Sydney's Inner West. Coil weaving is an ancient technique used by cultures all over the world to create functional, intricate baskets. It is an eco-friendly practice, as baskets are often woven from recycled and sustainable materials. In this hands-on introductory workshop, you will use natural plant materials and...

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Sustainable Coiled Basket Weaving Workshop: Beginners

Sat 10 Aug 2024

1 session, 3.5 hours total

9am - 12:30pm (UTC+10:00)

Judith Macrae

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 10 Aug 2024	9am - 12:30pm	C1-2: Training Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Sustainable Coiled Basket Weaving Workshop: Beginners

Sat 12 Oct 2024

1 session, 3.5 hours total

9am - 12:30pm (UTC+11:00)

Judith Macrae

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 12 Oct 2024	9am - 12:30pm	C2-3: Training Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Basic Upholstery Short Course

Learn the basic skills of Upholstery and more, with our Woodwork courses in Sydney. This 3-hour course will give participants familiarity with the basics of upholstery. During the course, they will learn the basic tools, materials and techniques of upholstery while working on a small basic project – a milk crate topper. At the end of the course, participants should have enough understanding and confidence to tackle projects on their own. This basic upholstery short course goes...

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Basic Upholstery Short Course

Sat 10 Aug 2024

1 session, 3 hours total

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

The Bower

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 10 Aug 2024	10am - 1pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern	The Bower: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016 (entry via Turner Street, opposite of 23 Turner Street, from the rear of building) Emergency Contact (Workshop Manager): 0422 840 471

Basic Upholstery Short Course

Sat 5 Oct 2024

1 session, 3 hours total

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

The Bower

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 5 Oct 2024	10am - 1pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern	The Bower: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016 (entry via Turner Street, opposite of 23 Turner Street, from the rear of building) Emergency Contact (Workshop Manager): 0422 840 471

Basic Upholstery Short Course

Sat 7 Dec 2024

1 session, 3 hours total

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

The Bower

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 7 Dec 2024	10am - 1pm	Workshop - The Bower Redfern	The Bower: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016 (entry via Turner Street, opposite of 23 Turner Street, from the rear of building) Emergency Contact (Workshop Manager): 0422 840 471

Woodcarving Course: Spoons

Carve spoons using seasoned timber with our woodwork short courses in Sydney! This is a one-day workshop for students who wish to learn how to carve spoons from seasoned timber. From learning how to prepare your materials, and carving out the bowl of the spoon to shaping the back and handle of the spoon blank. Included are detailed instructions on how to use a Carving Gouge, Hook Knife, Sloyd Knife and finishing techniques. Suitable for beginners with no experience up to...

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Woodcarving Course: Spoons

Sat 24 Aug 2024

1 session, 7 hours total

The Wood Academy.

Important Note: Please note this course is exempt from all discounts including the learning membership. Please see terms and conditions. Additionally, all classes held by The Wood Academy do not permit class credit, transfers, or refunds for any enrolments.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 24 Aug 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville

Woodcarving Course: Spoons

Sat 30 Nov 2024

1 session, 7 hours total

Sat 24 Aug 2024 - Sat 31 Aug 2024

The Wood Academy. , Luke Hawes

Important Note: Please note this course is exempt from all discounts including the learning membership. Please see terms and conditions. Additionally, all classes held by The Wood Academy do not permit class credit, transfers, or refunds for any enrolments.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 30 Nov 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville

Furniture Finishing Workshop

Learn how to finish your furniture with our woodwork courses in Sydney! Wanted to finish your furniture or timber projects with traditional or natural finishes but been a bit confused where to start or what finishes to use? Join furniture conservator Shane Weichnik to learn traditional finishing methods, including surface prep, boiling your own linseed oil, and using a range of traditional and modern finishes. This course covers: linseed and tung oils, oil varnishes, spirit...

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Furniture Finishing Workshop

2 sessions, 10 hours total

Sat 31 Aug 2024 - Sun 1 Sep 2024

Among The Trees

Important Note: Please note this course is exempt from all discounts including the learning membership. Please see terms and conditions.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 24 Aug 2024	10am - 3pm	Carpentry Workshop Space - Among The Trees Workshop
Sat 31 Aug 2024	10am - 3pm	Carpentry Workshop Space - Among The Trees Workshop

Woodworking Course: Dovetail Stools

Learn how to construct a small step stool with our woodwork short courses in Sydney! In this two-day class, you will discover how to construct a small step stool using hand cut dovetails and through wedged mortise and tenons. We will learn the fundamentals of cutting dovetails and through wedged tenons efficiently using hand tools and some basic power tools. We will develop skills which can be applied to a wide range of timber projects to improve the overall quality and appeal of...

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Woodworking Course: Dovetail Stools

2 sessions, 14 hours total

Sat 7 Sep 2024 - Sun 8 Sep 2024

The Wood Academy. , Nicholas Elliott

Important Note: Please note this course is exempt from all discounts including the learning membership. Please see terms and conditions. Additionally, all classes held by The Wood Academy do not permit class credit, transfers, or refunds for any enrolments.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 31 Aug 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville
Sun 1 Sep 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville

Woodworking Course: Mitered Boxes

Learn basic woodturning skills with our woodwork short courses in Sydney! Looking for fun things to do in Sydney? Join a woodworking class with Wood Academy and learn how to make mitered boxes! This is a two-day workshop for students who wish to develop their skills in box-making. You'll be introduced to the foundations of box-making with an emphasis on hand tools. We'll cover the use of different planes, including block planes, smoothing planes, rebate planes, plow planes and...

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Woodworking Course: Mitered Boxes

2 sessions, 14 hours total

Sat 14 Sep 2024 - Sun 15 Sep 2024

The Wood Academy. , David Lim

Important Note: Please note this course is exempt from all discounts including the learning membership. Please see terms and conditions. Additionally, all classes held by The Wood Academy do not permit class credit, transfers, or refunds for any enrolments.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 7 Sep 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville
Sun 8 Sep 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville

Woodworking Course: Turning Bowls & Platters

Learn how to turn Bowls & Platters with our woodwork courses in Sydney! This is a two-day workshop-style course for intermediate / advanced students who wish to learn how to turn Bowls & Platters and develop their skills in woodturning. In the class you will learn how to prepare your materials for Bowls & Platters, finding balance in design, riding the bevel and all the technical skills to turn and design bowls. If you’re unsure whether your skill level is suitable for this course,...

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Woodworking Course: Turning Bowls & Platters

2 sessions, 14 hours total

Fri 4 Oct 2024 - Fri 11 Oct 2024

The Wood Academy. , Simon Begg

Important Note: Please note this course is exempt from all discounts including the learning membership. Please see terms and conditions. Additionally, all classes held by The Wood Academy do not permit class credit, transfers, or refunds for any enrolments.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 14 Sep 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville
Sun 15 Sep 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville

Build a Tiny House Course

Learn how to build a tiny house with our DIY short courses in Sydney. The tiny house movement has made its way to Australia. This intensive course is hands-on and practical running over 6 days where you and a team will build a tiny house on wheels using recycled materials. Learning to build a Tiny House from recycled materials is an endeavour that harmoniously combines environmental stewardship with personal empowerment, creativity, and financial savvy. This unique approach to...

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Build a Tiny House Course

6 sessions, 48 hours total

9am - 5pm (UTC+10:00) (first session)

The Bower

Full cost of the course is $2999. Places are very limited. No discounts are available. Payment plan available. Please contact the office for details.

When	Time	Where
Fri 4 Oct 2024	9am - 5pm	Workshop Room - The Bower Summer Hill
Sat 5 Oct 2024	9am - 5pm	Workshop Room - The Bower Summer Hill
Sun 6 Oct 2024	9am - 5pm	Workshop Room - The Bower Summer Hill
Wed 9 Oct 2024	9am - 5pm	Workshop Room - The Bower Summer Hill
Thu 10 Oct 2024	9am - 5pm	Workshop Room - The Bower Summer Hill
Fri 11 Oct 2024	9am - 5pm	Workshop Room - The Bower Summer Hill

Woodworking Course: Five Days of Turning

Learn how to make steam bent shaker boxes with our woodwork courses in Sydney! This is a five-day course for students who wish to develop their skills in woodturning. Your teacher, Simon discusses the basics of spindle turning and bowl turning. You’ll have your own lathe and plenty of hands-on time to work on various projects. The skills taught will include turning between centres, using faceplates, and how to turn a bowl, lidded box and platter. Tools used will consist of both...

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Woodworking Course: Five Days of Turning

Mon 14 Oct 2024 - Fri 18 Oct 2024

5 sessions, 35 hours total

The Wood Academy. , Simon Begg

Important Note: Please note this course is exempt from all discounts including the learning membership. Please see terms and conditions. Additionally, all classes held by The Wood Academy do not permit class credit, transfers, or refunds for any enrolments.

When	Time	Where
Mon 14 Oct 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville
Tue 15 Oct 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville
Wed 16 Oct 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville
Thu 17 Oct 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville
Fri 18 Oct 2024	9am - 4pm	Wood Workshop - The Wood Academy Marrickville

Green Wood Spoon Carving Course

Learn to hand-carve wooden spoons with our Woodwork Courses in Sydney! Spoon carving is a meditative practice that provides a break from the busy, screen-focused lives many of us lead. In this spoon carving course in Sydney, you will learn to carve wooden spoons from locally sourced green timber. Our expert tutors will teach you how to correctly use green woodworking tools, including a: Froe and maul to split the initial logs into more manageable pieces Hatchet and hatchet block to...

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Green Wood Spoon Carving Course

Sat 2 Nov 2024

1 session, 7 hours total

Sat 23 Nov 2024 - Sun 24 Nov 2024

Among The Trees

Important Note: Please note this course is exempt from all discounts including the learning membership. Please see terms and conditions.

Age limit for this class is 18 years or older.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Sat 2 Nov 2024	9am - 4pm	Carpentry Workshop Space - Among The Trees Workshop

Woodworking Course: Sharpening

Learn how to sharpen a range of woodworking tools using a variety of methods with our woodwork short courses in Sydney! In this two-day class, you will learn how to sharpen a range of woodworking tools using a variety of methods. From learning how to create razor-sharp edges using traditional water stones and slip stones to using a high-speed grinder, honing guides, and using modern slow speed wet grinders (Tormek). We will cover sharpening bench chisels, plane blades (bench,...

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Woodworking Course: Sharpening

2 sessions, 14 hours total