Handcrafts

INTRODUCTION TO FLORISTRY with Leena Martens Interested in learning more about floristry? This 5-week introduction course will step you through the process of creating a variety of floristry designs. You will gain hands on experience with practical lessons in flower arranging, hand tied bouquets, wiring fresh blooms, gift wrapping and bow construction. You will learn how to prepare and care for flowers, storage and conditioning requirements, 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. Thur, 15 Oct – 12 Nov | 10am – 2pm Full Fee: $400 Subsidised Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $210 for all enrolments)

FLORISTRY INTERMEDIATE with Leena Martens

NEW This course is an extension of Introduction to Floristry. You will gain insight into how a floral arrangement can be costed, gaining knowledge in the retail value of floral designs. You will learn how to prepare and care for fresh flowers and materials used in each class along with basic information on plant materials. Each week offers the opportunity to learn and create a different floral design ranging from professionally wired flower crowns to stunning modern bouquets and unique statement arrangements, all of which are yours to take home and enjoy for the remainder of the week. This course is suitable for students who have completed our Introduction to Floristry course or those who have some very basic floral experience. Thur, 19 Nov – 17 Dec | 10am – 2pm Full Fee: $400 Subsidised Fee: $0 see p. 4 (additional resource fee of $270 for all enrolments) SCREEN PRINTING with Anne Leon Discover the joy of designing and printing your own images onto fabric, paper or timber. This workshop is suitable for beginners, or the more experienced artist who wishes to explore the medium further. All processes of screen-printing will be covered, including the art of photoemulsion application, stripping your screen, and printing with solvent-free inks onto your choice of substrates: from t-shirts and textiles to paper and plywood. The weekend will give you plenty of time to get your design photographically exposed onto your screen, and start printing. Additional materials $50. Sat & Sun, 17 & 18 Oct 10am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $194 Full Fee: $216

HAND TIED POSY with Leena Martens Come and unleash your inner florist, get creative and learn how to make a beautiful Hand Tied Posy with fresh seasonal blooms and foliage. You will develop skills in spiralling the stems to create the perfect posy and learn how to gift wrap your flowers complete with a hand made bow, which is yours to take home at the end of the course. Wed, 21 Oct | 10am - 12:30pm Mullum Concession: $86 Full Fee: $95

MACRAME TIMBER SWING with Tracey Raymond During the workshop you will learn the ancient art of Macrame which is a form of textile produced using knotting. You will learn how to turn a double reef or square knot into a gorgeous indoor or outdoor swing. Sat, 17 Oct | 10am - 1pm Mullum Concession: $124 Full Fee: $138

CROCHET FOR BEGINNERS with Stefanie Kwiatkista Learn how to use basic crochet stitches and different textured yarns to create a beautiful scarf and another simple garment of your choice to take home. You will learn basic crochet techniques, how to shape a garment and explore with different kinds of wool. Crochet is meditative, relaxing and lots of fun. When you get hooked you can’t stop. Come along and be creative. 2 Sat, 17 - 24 Oct | 10am - 2pm Mullum Concession: $107 Full Fee: $119

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. Additional materials $5. 6 Tue, 27 Oct - 1 Dec | 6 - 8:30pm Byron Concession: $189 Full Fee: $210

STRETCH SEWING with Annie Martin Learn to sew all the latest fashion garments with stretch fabrics. Using a domestic machine and overlocker (bring your own or use machines supplied), you will learn techniques including binding, hemming and elasticising to produce quality garments such as yoga-wear, t-shirts, dancewear and swimwear. Some basic sewing skills are necessary. Additional materials $5 6 Wed, 28 Oct - 2 Dec | 6 - 8:30pm Byron Concession: $189 Full Fee: $210 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, 1 - 8 Nov | 9:30am - 4:30pm Mullum Concession: $221 Full Fee: $246

SILVERSMITHING INTRODUCTION with Wendy Springfield In this course you will complete three or more pieces of jewellery. You will learn to design and size your own special ring, a linked chain bracelet and a solid multi-component cuff bangle. Skills taught include sawing, filing, sanding, polishing, annealing and soldering precious metal. The course sets you on a path to explore precious metal as a Fine Art and is a rewarding hobby. Additional materials fee $70. 3 Sat, 28 Nov - 12 Dec 10am - 4:30pm Mullum Concession: $242 Full Fee: $269

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, 7 & 8 Nov 10am - 4pm Mullum Concession: $194 Full Fee: $216

BEES WAX WRAPS with Brooke Bullock Did you know that half of the 300 million tons of plastic produced each year is used only once? Want to get creative while also fighting the war on plastic? Bees Wax wraps are a great alternative to plastic wrap and can be used to cover all fruits, vegetables, bowls, salads, cheeses, breads, platters and more. Sun, 29 Nov | 9 - 11am Mullum Concession: $86 Full Fee: $95

MAKING HANDMADE PAPER AND TEALIGHTS with Susan Wright Learn to make beautiful handmade paper using recycled waste paper, flowers, raw cotton and natural textures. We will then use this paper to create visually stunning tea light holders, gift tags, or cards, the options are endless. These can be embellished with decorations, or embossed for that extra special effect, just in time for Christmas and other celebrations. Sat, 28 Nov | 10am - 2pm Mullum Concession: $98 Full Fee: $109

HAND POURED SOY CANDLES with Brooke Bullock

NEW Soy candles are a beautiful addition to any space. Brooke will guide you through all the steps to create your own unique and exceptionally pretty scented soy candles! Soy are the ideal candle as they produce low soot and a clear burn. You will learn about the equipment needed, how to embed the wick, incorporate a desirable fragrance load and colour your candle creations. You will make 3 candles of varying size. Sun, 29 Nov | 12 - 2:30 pm Mullum Concession: $94 Full Fee: $105 STEINER INSPIRED CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS with Agnes Dubost

NEW Join us for a couple of days crafting as we make beautiful cream coloured felt angels and doves in large and small sizes with golden/ silver stars and golden silver bead embellishments, which can be hung as Christmas decorations or for many other occasions. All materials will be provided. 2 Sat, 28 Nov - 5 Dec 10am - 3:30pm Mullum Concession: $179 Full Fee: $199

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. Sun, 6 Dec | 10am - 12pm Mullum Concession: $95 Full Fee: $106

RUSTIC CHRISTMAS WREATH with Leena Martens Bring your home to life over the festive season and amaze your friends and family with a stunning, hand made, Christmas wreath. Learn the techniques involved in creating a Rustic Christmas Wreath, using a natural base and a mixture of beautiful fresh and dried materials. Once complete your wreath is yours to take home to enjoy for the festive season, to hang on your front door, in your home or gift to some one special. This one off workshop is not to be missed. Mon, 7 Dec | 10am - 12:30pm Mullum Concession: $89 Full Fee: $99