Handcrafts Courses

Silver Jewellery: Precious Metal Clay Course

Learn how to craft something meaningful with our jewellery making short courses in Sydney! Discover the versatility of Precious Metal Clay (PMC) as you shape and texture it to craft stunning wearable jewellery. This user-friendly and highly malleable clay magically transforms into 99.9% pure silver, offering endless creative possibilities. Under the guidance of an experienced tutor, embark on a journey through the design process from conception to completion. Learn various...

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Silver Jewellery: Precious Metal Clay Course

Tue 18 Jun 2024 - Tue 25 Jun 2024

2 sessions, 6 hours total

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

Shan Shan Mok

The course fee includes PMC (precious metal clay) valued at $70

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Tue 18 Jun 2024	6pm - 9pm	A2-4: Jewellery Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle
Tue 25 Jun 2024	6pm - 9pm	A2-4: Jewellery Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

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

Wed 19 Jun 2024 - Wed 26 Jun 2024

6 sessions, 48 hours total

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

The Bower

Places very limited. No discounts available.

When	Time	Where
Wed 19 Jun 2024	9am - 5pm	Workshop Room - The Bower Summer Hill
Thu 20 Jun 2024	9am - 5pm	Workshop Room - The Bower Summer Hill
Fri 21 Jun 2024	9am - 5pm	Workshop Room - The Bower Summer Hill
Mon 24 Jun 2024	9am - 5pm	Workshop Room - The Bower Summer Hill
Tue 25 Jun 2024	9am - 5pm	Workshop Room - The Bower Summer Hill
Wed 26 Jun 2024	9am - 5pm	Workshop Room - The Bower Summer Hill

Make Your Own Concrete Planter Workshop

Learn how to create your own concrete planter with our handcrafts short courses in Sydney! Join this hands-on workshop to unleash your creativity and learn the fundamentals of concrete crafting. You’ll learn how to make concrete planters from scratch, to house your plants and add creative green elements to your home or workspace. Under the guidance of your experienced tutor, you'll mould, pour, and shape your very own concrete planters, tailored to your unique design. You'll also...

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Make Your Own Concrete Planter Workshop

Wed 19 Jun 2024

1 session, 2 hours total

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

Holly Cook

All materials are provided, and you will be able to take home your own work.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Wed 19 Jun 2024	6:30pm - 8:30pm	C1-1: Training Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Make Your Own Concrete Planter Workshop

Wed 4 Sep 2024

1 session, 2 hours total

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

Holly Cook

All materials are provided, and you will be able to take home your own work.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Wed 4 Sep 2024	6:30pm - 8:30pm	C1-2: Training Room - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle

Make Your Own Concrete Planter Workshop

Wed 13 Nov 2024

1 session, 2 hours total

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

Holly Cook

All materials are provided, and you will be able to take home your own work.

When	Time	Where	Session Notes
Wed 13 Nov 2024	6:30pm - 8:30pm	C1-1: Training 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

9am - 4pm (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.

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

Sat 22 Jun 2024 - Sat 29 Jun 2024

2 sessions, 10 hours total

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

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

Sun 28 Jul 2024 - Sun 4 Aug 2024

2 sessions, 10 hours total

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

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

Sun 1 Sep 2024 - Sun 8 Sep 2024

2 sessions, 10 hours total

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

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

Sat 12 Oct 2024 - Sat 19 Oct 2024

2 sessions, 10 hours total

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

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

Sat 16 Nov 2024 - Sat 23 Nov 2024

2 sessions, 10 hours total

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

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

Sun 1 Dec 2024 - Sun 8 Dec 2024

2 sessions, 10 hours total

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

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

Sat 29 Jun 2024 - Sun 30 Jun 2024

2 sessions, 14 hours total

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

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

Sat 16 Nov 2024 - Sun 17 Nov 2024

2 sessions, 14 hours total

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

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

Sat 29 Jun 2024 - Sat 6 Jul 2024

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

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Upcoming courses

Silver Jewellery: Precious Metal Clay Course

Build a Tiny House Course

Make Your Own Concrete Planter Workshop

Glass Platters: Kiln Fired Course

Hand Tool Sharpening Course

Home DIY Workshop

Recycled Timber Picture Framing Course

Traditional Rug Making Workshop for Beginners

Woodworking Course: Hand Cut Joints

Resin Jewellery & Silicone Mould Making Course