Handcrafts

INTRODUCTION TO FLORISTRY with Leena Martens Gain hands on experience with practical lessons in flower arranging, hand tied bouquets, wiring fresh blooms, gift wrapping and bow construction. Learn how to prepare, care for and store flowers, botanical names, suitable designs for special occasions and more. Each week you will learn a new design, which once completed, is yours to take home. 4 Fri, 14 Oct – 4 Nov 9:30 am – 2:30 pm Mullum Full Fee: $400 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $210 for all enrolments)

FLORISTRY INTERMEDIATE with Leena Martens Create a different floral design each week, ranging from professionally wired flower crowns to stunning modern bouquets and unique statement arrangements, all of which are yours to take home and enjoy. This course is suitable for students who have completed Introduction to Floristry or those who have basic floral experience. 4 Fri, 11 Oct – 2 Dec 9:30 am - 2:30 pm Mullum Full Fee: $400 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $270 for all enrolments) ADVANCED FLORISTRY with Leena Martens Leena Martens Expand your floristry knowledge even further. This course is for students who have completed our Floristry Introduction and Intermediate courses or those who have some basic floristry experience. Each week offers the opportunity to learn and create six different floral designs ranging from, professionally wired wrist corsages to stunning garden style bouquets and complimentary table arrangements. Thu, 24 Nov – 15 Dec 9:30am - 2:30pm Mullum Full Fee: $400 *Ace Program Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $290 for all enrolments)

CROCHET FOR BEGINNERS with Stefanie Kwiatkista Use basic crochet stitches and different textured yarns to create a beautiful scarf and another simple garment to take home. Crochet is meditative, relaxing and lots of fun. When you get hooked you can’t stop. 2 Sat, 22 - 29 Oct | 10 am - 2 pm Mullum Concession: $117 Full Fee: $130

CROCHET LEVEL 2 with Stefanie Kwiatkista Make and finish a garment of your choice! If you already have some basic crochet knowledge under your belt, come and join me in learning to read and follow patterns all the way through to completing a new item for your wardrobe. We look forward to getting you hooked :-) . 2 Sat, 12 - 26 Nov | 10 am - 2 pm Mullum (no class on 19 Nov) Concession: $117 Full Fee: $130

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SCULPTURE INTRODUCTION with Joanne Mulcahy-Zubani Learn to work with your hands and unleash your creative skills as you experiment with several forms of sculpture. We will be working with wire, clay, carving, construction and found object art. You will have the opportunity to develop your own creative expression as you work on finalising pieces to completion. 2 Sun, 23 - 30 Oct 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Mullum Concession: $243 Full Fee: $270

SEWING FOR BEGINNERS with Annie Martin For the complete beginner to gain confidence and learn all the sewing basics e.g. patterns, cutting, machines and overlockers. Make a simple garment in a fun, stimulating and creative environment. You will need to phone the tutor on enrolment to discuss pattern and material choice. 6 Tue, 1 Nov - 6 Dec | 6 - 8:30 pm Byron Concession: $234 Full Fee: $260

SEWING LEVEL 2 with Annie Martin A follow-on course for people who have participated in Sewing for Beginners and people who have some sewing skills but would like more confidence, inspiration, and to learn more techniques. Learn how to insert zips, buttonholes, elasticising etc. Complete a garment in a friendly relaxed atmosphere with a highly skilled teacher. 6 Wed, 2 Nov - 7 Dec 6 - 8:30 pm Byron Concession: $234 Full Fee: $260 HAND BUILDING CERAMICS INTRODUCTION with Lauren Siemonsma Ochre’s Hand Building workshop is a beautiful ‘entree’ into the world of clay. Come and sip tea and coffee while being guided through all the basics of hand building in our beautiful lightfilled studio. You will learn how to make a pinch pot, coil, slab build, attach handles, legs, etc... Even how to glaze and decorate your beautiful pieces. 4 Wed, 26 Oct - 16 Nov 10 am - 1 pm Mullum Concession: $359 Full Fee: $399

MACRAME TIMBER SWING with Tracey Raymond

NEW Join us for some crafting fun and learn the ancient art of Macrame. We will be using double reef or square knots to create a gorgeous indoor or outdoor swing which is yours to take home at the end of the class. Perfect to hang in that shady tree in your garden, on your deck or even inside. Sat, 5 Nov | 10 am - 12 pm Mullum Concession: $148 Full Fee: $164

BASKET WEAVING with Eloise Galea Learn how to create beautiful baskets using natural fibres from plants that grow around us. You will learn how to recognise, gather and prepare local plants for weaving then be shown basic weaving techniques. This is a great way for people to come together and share their creative ideas. It’s fun and very relaxing, but be warned, it’s addictive! Additional materials $20. 3 Fri, 25 Nov - 9 Dec 9:30 am - 2:30 pm Mullum Concession: $206 Full Fee: $229

SCULPTURAL METALWORK FOR WOMEN with Nyree Smith In this women’s only class, you will design and create a garden art project of your choice. Created to help women get a foot in the door in an otherwise male dominated industry, we will explore different metalworking techniques including cutting, fixing and forming metal in a relaxed and creative environment. Sat, 12 Nov | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $248 Full Fee: $275

SCULPTURAL METALWORK with Nyree Smith Design and create a garden art project of your choice! We will explore different metalworking techniques in a relaxed and fun environment, including cutting, fixing and forming metal. Whether you are a previous student, existing hobbyist or novice, this class will exercise your creativity and expand your metalworking skills. Sun, 13 Nov | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $248 Full Fee: $275 WELDING INTRODUCTION with Nyree Smith If you’ve always wanted to learn electric MIG welding but have never had the opportunity, or you may simply want to hone your welding skills, then here’s your chance. Let metal artisan / fabricator, Nyree, with over 30 years’ experience, take you on a journey to greater independence and practical, creative empowerment through the amazing world of metalwork! Sun, 4 Dec | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $248 Full Fee: $275

WELDING FOR WOMEN, AN INTRODUCTION with Nyree Smith Learn basic electric (MIG) welding skills while creating your own metal garden tools. Let metal artisan/ fabricator, Nyree take you on a journey to greater independence and practical, creative empowerment through the amazing world of metalwork! Sat, 3 Dec | 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $248 Full Fee: $275

NATURAL DYEING AND SHIBORI with Anne Leon This two day introductory workshop will give you the chance to discover the magic of extracting colour and imprints from plants, using leaves, flowers, and roots onto fabric. During the course you will be shown several SHIBORI techniques, which is the Japanese word for tie-dyeing, by using stitching, clamping, folding, twisting, and compressing to create intricate patterns. Additional materials $50. Sat & Sun, 12 - 13 Nov 10 am - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $213 Full Fee: $237

LINO BLOCK PRINTING with Just Potts Many printmaking processes require some serious expertise and equipment. But lino block printing is amongst the easiest methods out there and can be done from home using a few basic tools. This course is perfect for you if you want to try printmaking for the first time, no drawing experience needed. Join us in a supportive and empowering environment to explore a new skill. Additional materials $35. Sat, 19 Nov | 10 am - 4 pm Mullum Concession: $135 Full Fee: $150

SILVER JEWELLERY - AN INTRODUCTION with Michelle Walker Learn the fundamentals of making silver jewellery with this weekend workshop. This introductory course covers the key skills you need for precious metal work; perfect for anyone keen to start the journey of jewellery design and making. You can expect to complete two or three pieces of finished jewellery. Additional materials fee $90. Sat & Sun, 10 - 11 Dec 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $239 Full Fee: $266 LIVING SUCCULENT WREATH with Tracey Raymond

NEW This Living Succulent Wreath will include a wide variety of living succulents that will grow on this gorgeous wreath, perfect for Christmas and will last for months. Sat, 19 Nov | 10 am - 12 pm Mullum Concession: $108 Full Fee: $120

EQUATORIAL SUNDIAL PROJECT with Nyree Smith

NEW At last, a science project for grownups that’s challenging and fun! Inspired by ancient science, this precision engineering Equatorial Sundial project is made from luminous solid brass and timber. Fabricated primarily with hand tools, you’ll learn how to measure and mark accurately, cut safely and with precision, tap threads, drill, polish, bend metal, and much more! Sat & Sun, 10 - 11 Dec 9 am - 5 pm Mullum Concession: $356 Full Fee: $395

FESTIVE FLORALS with Leena Martens Bring your home to life this December with our Festive Florals class. Create two Christmas designs - a traditional Christmas Wreath to display proudly on your front door or hang in your home, along with a complimentary table centrepiece using a variety of seasonal Christmas themed flowers and embellishments. Fri, 16 Dec | 9:30 am - 2 pm Mullum Concession: $212 Full Fee: $235