WEEKENDS (Mutunga Wiki) 

Become a Blogger 

Sat 27 Oct, 9am-3.30pm 1 day $60
Explore how to set up a professional looking
blog, fill it with quality content, spread your
posts via social media, and grow your online
community. Follow practical hints and tips,
make your Blog for fun, for family and friends,
to share with the world, or to aid the marketing
of your business. This workshop will cover the
basic fundamentals of creating a successful
blog: platforms and design, content strategy,
creating quality and engaging content, how to
find and make good pictures, creating a call to
action, content scheduling, SEO, and marketing
your blog. Get the help you need to start
your successful blog and become a Blogger!
Course ID: D70 
Tutor: Shelley Chappory
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Sketching for Beginners 

Sat 3 Nov, 9am-3pm 1 day $75
Discover your talent and passion for drawing
with a range of fun drawing techniques. Not an
artist? You don't need to be. This workshop is
designed for beginners wishing to explore art
techniques at a pace that suits them, with
some gentle guidance and practical tips, in a
relaxed environment. Free your inner artist
with easy and relaxing drawing projects. Drawing
is a quick relaxing hobby everyone can enjoy.
No experience needed. All materials provided. 
(The above image is provided by way of an example only)
Course ID: D31 
Tutor: Shelley Chappory
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Mosaics

Sat 3 Nov, 9am-3.30pm and Sun 4 Nov
10am-12.30pm, 2 mornings $85
Explore your creative side. Mosaics is the art of creating pictures and designs using pieces of tile, ceramics or glass. In this introductory workshop you will create a set piece of work with all materials provided including tiles, glue, grout, etc. No experience necessary. Learn the art of mosaics today!
Course ID: D41
Tutor:  AnneMaree Herbert
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Writing Your Family History

Sat 3 Nov, 9am-1pm, 1 morning $45
Are you interested in preserving the
history and stories of yourself or your family? This workshop will offer ideas on gathering material and methods for sorting through information and pictures to create an attractive, easy to read and informative record of your history. You'll be shown ways to structure your stories and gain tips and techniques to bring your stories to life. Create your own personal memoir which can be shared with future generations. Handouts are provided and no previous experience is required.
Course ID: D435
Tutor: Geoff Bartlett  - refer below *

Natural Body Products

Saturday 3 Nov, 12.30-4pm, 1 afternoon $55
Making skin and body care products can
be quite addictive. Ingredients can come from your garden, the supermarket, the bush. Using plants such as chillies, herbs and lavender you will learn how to make an infused oil, lip balm, salve, hand cream and body lotion. Discover how to prepare the herbs for use from infusing to bottling. This is a practical hands-on workshop where you will take home samples of each of the products. The fee includes all ingredients plus jars. 
Course ID: D225
​Tutor: Raewyn Rouse
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Breadmaking

Sat 3 & 10 Nov, 9am-12.30pm, 2 morn $65
Home-baked bread always tastes best! Make a range of European and Middle Eastern breads including baguettes, ciabatta, pitas and wraps.
​Our tutor will teach you the secret to making bread which is better for your digestive system. Join Amy for a day of mixing, kneading and baking. Discover the art of bread making!
Course ID: D170
Tutor: Amy Sinclair

Sat 10 Nov, 12.30-2.30pm, 1 afternoon $35
Have you ever dreamed of making your own fragrances? Would you like something natural to pop in the bath while you soak? Learn the first steps on how to create your own fragrance blends using natural essential oils. Make a roll on perfume and bath bomb to take home. These are great treats for yourself or make lovely gifts for family & friends. All ingredients provided.
Course ID: D226
​Tutor: Raewyn Rouse
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New Class Ideas

Do you have any ideas for courses that are not yet offered? Would you like to become a Tutor?
Please contact CEW
Saturday 10 Nov, 9am-3pm, 1 day $75
Explore a range of still life drawing techniques. Create artworks with negative spaces, tonal values, line & colour with a range of drawing tools and papers. Improve your drawing skills and learn how to move past artist’s block! Create drawings to frame - to give as gifts or decorate your home. All materials provided. No previous art experience necessary.
​​(The above image is provided by way of an example only)
Course ID: D33
Tutor: Shelley Chappory

Upholstery Workshop

Sat & Sun, 10 & 11 Nov, 9am-4.30pm, 
1 weekend $155 
​​​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. This is a popular course and spaces are limited. Enrol early to avoid disappointment. Visit the Gallery page to view projects from previous classes.
Course ID: D356
Tutor: Ken Brain

Sat 17 Nov, 9am-2.30pm, 1 day $100
Romantic, beautiful and always different, a
sunrise captures the very essence of the day
ahead. Paint a beautiful and peaceful seascape
- a sunrise above the Pacific Ocean. Our tutor will show you how to create a balanced composition and guide you with mixing acrylic paints to create cheerful morning colours. Follow Elena’s step by step instructions and accomplish a beautiful acrylic painting on canvas. This workshop is suitable for students of any level of experience. Materials provided.  
​(The above imaged is provided by way of an example)
Course ID: D35
Tutor: Elena Nikolaeva
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Ikebana: Flower Arrangement

Sat 17 Nov 9am-11.30am 1 morning $70
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. The style is often minimalist and is not unlike a sculpture. Colour, line, form and function are all considered to guide the construction of the arrangement. Ikebana is an ancient tradition that dates back to the 7th century and is an expression of nature. Learn the basics of this graceful art form using the Obara style of Ikebana with our tutor Satomi. All flowers and greenery will be provided together with a container/vase and kensan (flower frog) which you get to keep. You will leave the class with your own floral arrangement and the skills to replicate this at home.
Course ID: D235 
Tutor: Satomi Chave
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Pastries

Sat 17 Nov, 9am-1pm, 1 morn $45
Discover Amy's secrets to baking her famous pastries, said to be some of the best in Northland. Learn how to make delicious pastries such as croissants, tarts, danishes and pies. You may have already sampled Amy's croissants at the Canopy markets - now you can make your own!​
Course ID: D175
Tutor: Amy Sinclair

Basic Soap Making

Sat 17 Nov, 9am-12 noon, 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. 
Course ID: D38
Tutor: Lyn Madden
  

Coloured & Scented Soap

Saturday 17 Nov, 1-4pm, 1 afternoon $60
Have you already attended a soap making workshop with Lyn? Do you want to learn more? If you already know the basics, learn how to add colour and scent to your soaps. Handmade soaps make great gifts for family & friends.​
Course ID: D39
Tutor: Lyn Madden
  

Tips for Internet and Computer Use

Sat 17 Nov 9am-3.30pm 1 day $60
This course is designed for beginners wishing to learn basic computer tips and tricks. Build your confidence, learn how to manage and back up your files and images. Discover free online software to create new files and edit old files. Safely share your files on social media, websites and to devices. Learn how to transfer and save pictures from your camera or phone. Discover easy techniques to use the Internet and create a handy online email account. No previous experience required. Join Shelley and get the help you need.
Course ID: D132 
Tutor: Shelley Chappory
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Saturday 1 December, 9am-2.30pm, 1 day $100
This workshop offers you a unique opportunity
to paint a stunning landscape of Mount
Ngauruhoe viewed from the Desert Road.
Mount Ngauruhoe is one of the most beautiful
mountains in the North Island with a recognisable shape, quite often covered with pristine white snow. Our tutor, Elena Nikolaeva, will guide you through the process of painting this spectacular scene. Suitable for students of
any level of experience. All materials provided
​ (The above imaged is provided by way of an example)
Course ID: D36
Tutor: Elena Nikolaeva
  
Sat 1 & 8 Dec, 9am-12.30pm, 2 mornings $70
Learn how to create delicious fabulous food. Use living raw foods as nature intended, full of colour, texture, flavour and taste sensations. Experience the creativity of turning raw foods into tasty nutritious dishes for a special occasion, a lifestyle change or for the family to enjoy. The use of organic in season food will be used wherever possible during this course. Both sessions will include a main, salad and dessert and as an added extra either a fruit shake or smoothie. Most ingredients provided.
Course ID: D177
Tutor: Maria Lawton
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Sat 1 December, 9am-3.30pm 1 day $60
Explore the easy and fun way to create beautiful
invites on your computer - for events, weddings,
parties and business. Email out your
invite, share it on social media or your website
or quickly and cheaply get your invite professionally printed and delivered to your place.
Course ID: D130
Tutor: Shelley Chappory
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Sat 1 December, 9am-12noon, 1 morn $60
Do you want to make soap the cheats way? Our tutor, Lyn, will provide batches of pre-made soap that can be reprocessed to form brand new soap bars. You get lots of interesting patterns as the different soaps merge together and you can customise your soap by adding scents and colours to make a unique and easy homemade gift! No caustic soda, no curing time, the soaps simply need to harden so they will easily be ready in time for Christmas.
Course ID: D40
​Tutor: Lyn Madden
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Mixed Media
Sat 8 December 9am-2.30pm 1 day $100
​Have a fun day working with mixed media.
Explore collage techniques with elements of
acrylic painting, creating an elegant image of
of a Northland environment with a fantail as
the main ‘star’! This small cheerful native bird
has been a source of inspiration for painters
for many years. Take the opportunity to depict
this iconic New Zealand bird using mixed media
on canvas. Our tutor will show you how to
arrange and layer your mixed media elements
with step by step guidance. ALL materials and
tools provided. Suitable for students of any
level of artistic experience. Come along and
enjoy a fun day out!
​Course ID: D37
Tutor: Elena Nikolaeva

Sat 8 Dec, 9am-3.30pm, 1 day $60
Explore digital techniques that will keep
your family photos and documents safe and
secure for future generations. Learn future
proofing tips and tricks so nothing will get lost.
Manage, transfer, update and save files. Easily
share digital files with those who matter!
Course ID: D135
Tutor: Shelley Chappory
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Wild Herbs

Sat 8 Dec, 9am-12pm 1 morning $30
Are you curious and open to new tastes? Then join our tutor on a herbal excursion. Discover how to forage for herbs on a short field trip and learn how to identify and use wild edible herbs that are full of vitamins, minerals and essential phytochemicals, in short: they are way more nutritious than cultivated veggies. So challenge your taste buds and get to know some of the weeds/herbs that you will find (almost) anywhere. You may also like to join Bianca for an afternoon in the kitchen ‘Cooking with Wild Herbs’ (see below). SAVE - both classes for $60
Course ID: D223
Tutor: Bianca Haux
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Wild Herbs in the Kitchen

Sat 8 Dec, 12.30-3.30pm 1 afternoon $35
How do you use wild herbs? What are the benefits? Let Bianca show you how to introduce wild herbs into your cooking and sample some simple dishes including pesto and salads.
Course ID: D176 
Tutor: Bianca Haux
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