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"Home is not just a place—it’s where comfort lives and memories grow"

UPHOLSTERY WORKSHOP

Do you have a chair or stool that needs recovering? Have you always wanted to learn how to upholster but don’t have the skills or equipment? Learn the basics of upholstery in an intensive weekend workshop with our tutor, Goldie Van Der Lee. Gain the confidence to give it a go while having a laugh! Materials are extra and basic sewing skills are required. Don’t miss out - enrol now!
INFOMATION EVENING: Thurs 5 Mar, 6pm REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL!
Ph 09 435 0889 or email: [email protected] to book.

Course ID: A355
Dates: Sat 14 & Sun 15 Mar
Time: 9am-4.30pm
Course Length: 2 Days
Course Fee: $185
Tutor: Goldie Van der Lee
Level: Basic sewing skills
Requirements: Materials are extra and can be purchased through your tutor
Class: B Block, B09

Please note: You must be upholstering an item of furniture and not 'squabs' due to the time available in this workshop.

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SOAP MAKING FOR BEGINNERS

Learn the basics of soap making in this practical hands-on workshop. Using the Cold Process method and oils that may be in your pantry you will produce a mild soap, that will be gentle on your skin yet will still clean the grubbiest of hands. All ingredients provided. Tutored by local soap maker Chloe King. Book early as class fills quickly!

Course ID: A20
Date: Sat 14 Mar
Time: 9am-12pm
Course Length: 1 Morning
Course Fee: $55
Tutor: Chloe King
Level: All
All ingredients provided, some equipment needed and a list will be provided
Class: B Block, B03

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STITCHES IN TIME

Welcome, we’re excited to have you join us! This is a safe, enjoyable and inspiring place to learn more about sewing garments for yourself and your family. Learn to read a pattern, choose appropriate fabrics for your pattern choice, alter a pattern to fit your body shape, prepare the pattern and fabric for cutting and sew a garment ready to enjoy wearing it. If you are new to garment sewing, your tutor Sandy recommends making either a shift style dress, elastic waisted skirt or trousers, or a sleeve-less and collarless top. These are simple in design and have minimal seams. Note that fabric choices greatly impact your finished garment. Sandy will have samples of garments made from these types of patterns to help you in choosing your project at a prior information evening. Come along and meet your tutor Sandy Robinson and discuss the course goals and requirements, as well as meet other course participants. Machines supplied unless you prefer to bring your own. *Register early!
INFORMATION EVENING: Mon 16 Feb 6pm. REGISTRATION ESSENTIAL!
Ph 09 435 0889 or email: [email protected] to book.
What to bring: if you already have a pattern and/or fabric in mind, bring them both. Otherwise, wait and let Sandy guide you in making a choice. Note-book, pen and reading glasses if needed.

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Course ID: A358
Date: Mon 23 Feb
Time: 6pm-8.30pm
Course Length: 6 Weeks
Course Fee: $110
Tutor: Sandy Robinson
Level: All
All ingredients provided, some equipment needed and a list will be provided
Class: B Block, B06, Pedestrian Gate on Bus Zone

PLEASE NOTE IMPORTANT DETAILS:
Places are limited and registrations will only be taken for this class in 2026 when CEW returns after the holiday break.
You must supply a course code when registering.
ALL registrations need to come through the website.

SOAP MAKING - COLOURS & SCENTS

If you have already attended the Soap Making basics with Chloe, then this is the next step in getting creative with your soap making! Join Chloe our local soap specialist and learn how to add colour and scent to your soaps. Hand-made soaps make the most special gifts! All ingredients provided. Tutor: Chloe King
Book early as class fills quickly.

Course ID: A21
Date: Sat 28 Mar
Time: 9am-12pm
Course Length: 1 Day
Course Fee: $55
Tutor: Chloe King
Level: All
All materials provided, some equipment needed-a list will be provided
Class: B Block, B03

Please note: book early as places fill quickly!

FERMENTED FOODS

What are fermented foods, how are they made and what are their health benefits? Fermented foods are probiotics that support a healthy gut and help us to stay healthy. They include yoghurt, kombucha, kimchi, sauerkraut, quark etc. A healthy gut contains supportive bacteria that assist digestion and produces vitamins and minerals for us. Learn how to make your own fermented food to improve your gut health. You will make your own sauerkraut in class and the tutor will also demonstrate how to make quark. A range of recipes will also be provided for your to make your own fermented foods at home.
BACK: 2026