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Basic Soap Making

Saturday 26 August, 9am-12noon, 1 morning $55
In this fun class you will learn the basics of soap making. We will use the traditional Cold Process method and use oils that may be in your pantry already.  This  method produces very mild soap that is perfect for baby or sensitive skin yet will still clean the grubbiest of hands. This is a practical hands-on workshop. Take home  a beautiful  handmade  soap together with full instructions. All ingredients provided. View examples at the CEW office. Spaces limited
Course ID: C38
Tutor: Lyn Madden
  

Coloured & Scented Soaps
Saturday 26 Aug, 1.30-4.30m, 1 afternoon $60
Have you attended a soap making workshop and want to learn more? This course is aimed at those who know the basics and now want to add colour and scent to their soaps. Perfect as gifts for those special people in your life. ​Spaces limited
Course ID: C39
Tutor: Lyn Madden
  

Interior Design for
​Your Home

Join our interior designer for a jam-packed
session on styling your home. Discover ideas
for decorating different rooms including bookshelf
styling, how to display ornaments, make
a picture gallery and dressing beds. Learn key
concepts about colour and how to use the
colour wheel.​
Course ID: C345
​

Upholstery Workshop

​Do you have a chair or stool that needs recovering? Bring your favourite piece of furniture back to life! Learn the basics of upholstery in this intensive weekend workshop with our experienced tutor.   You will be given the opportunity to meet with the tutor prior to the class to discuss your project and calculate the quantity of fabric needed together with any other resources that may be required. No large items accepted due to time constraints.  Basic sewing skills recommended. Material costs are extra.  Use of staple gun included in fee. Spaces are limited - it is suggested that you enrol early to avoid disappointment.
Time:  9am-4.30pm
Duration:  2 days
Course fee:  $150
Tutor: Ken Brain

Course ID: C355 - 29 & 30 July   Limited spaces
Course ID: C356 - 5 & 6 August  Limited spaces
Course ID: C357 - 26 & 27 August

Metal Wall Art

Saturday 19 August, 9am-3pm, 1 day $85
Metal wall art is very popular and corrugated iron gives a unique visual effect. Have fun with an underused or dysfunctional outdoor space by making a corrugated iron mural. Bring along your own designs - a photo, a drawing or an image to use as a starting point, then see where your creativity takes you! Never painted before? No experience is necessary. Let our tutor help you discover your inner artist. The course fee includes ALL materials including the iron and paints. View photos online or call into the CEW office. 
Course ID: C24
Tutor: Shelley Chappory
     

Sewing Workshop

Starts Wed 30 August, 6-8.30pm, 5 weeks $85
Do you find the thought of sewing a bit daunting? Have you sewed before but lost your confidence? Do you need some guidance with an existing project? This class is suitable for both beginners and sewing enthusiasts. Make a new garment or up-cycle an existing item. Each student will work on their own individual project; yes YOU will make your own garment! Learn the basics, develop your existing skills, refresh your memory if you're a bit rusty. Become friends with your sewing machine. Yes, you CAN sew! Two workshops available; attend either Wednesday evenings or join our Saturday workshop. It is recommended that enrolled students attend an orientation evening on Wed 9 August @ 6pm where the tutor will answer questions and provide guidance in choosing both pattern & fabric. 

Course ID: C350
Tutor: Vivienne Shepherd
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Gardening Workshops 

Ginny Clayton is offering the following workshops this term:
  • Culinary Herbs
  • Wild Herbs
  • Gardening in Small Spaces
  • The Spring/Summer Kitchen Garden
  • Organic Growing
  • Tips on Keeping Chickens
Visit In the Garden for details


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