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Sewing Workshop

NEW SATURDAY WORKSHOP:
Let our tutor guide you as you learn how to make your own garment. You can make something new or upcycle and transform an existing item. Create a new outfit by turning a dress into a top or skirt. Be limited only by your imagination. Never sewed before? No previous experience is necessary. Join Viv at the information evening to discuss your project - phone 435 0889 for details. *Materials are extra. Suitable for both novices and those with some experience. ​
Course ID: D350A
​Sat 5 & 12 December, 9am-3.30pm, $95  
​INFO evening: Tues 24 Nov @6pm (registration essential)

Wednesday workshop:
​​Course ID: D350
​Wed, 6-8.30pm, starts 4 Nov, 5 weeks $95  

Tutor: Vivienne Shepherd
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Make your own Masks
Sat 7 Nov, 9am-11.30am, 1 morn $25
Learn how to make your own masks for yourself or as gifts for family and friends. The masks are shaped to fit over your nose and have two layers of fabric with an opening to add an extra layer of non-woven fabric if desired. Bring your own material (details provided on enrolment). View sample masks at the CEW office. Join Viv in this morning workshop or enrol in the Wednesday sewing class and make an outfit to match your mask!
Course ID: D351
Tutor Vivienne Shepherd

Get Hooked on Crochet

Saturday, 7 Nov, 9am,-1pm, 1 morning $55
Crochet is very on-trend! This class is for absolute beginners and will teach you the basic stitches, from a simple chain to double crochet. Join Janette, a self-confessed obsessive crocheter, as she shares the skill and pleasure of crochet with you. As a starting point, you will learn how to make cotton or wool coasters, which are not only practical but also make great gifts. Master the basics and discover the healing and therapeutic nature of creating with hook and yarn. All materials provided.
Course ID: D19
Tutor:  Janette Morrison

Garden Design
Tues, 6-8pm, starts 3 Nov, 4 weeks $85
What do you want from your garden? Does your garden need to accommodate children, pets, entertaining? Do you just want a quiet space to sit and enjoy your surroundings? Design a garden which will be attractive, practical and unique. Covers site analysis, concept development, use of themes, hard landscape and plant combinations, using a mix of theory and hands-on practice. Our tutor, Linda Towers,
is a qualified landscape architect.
Course ID: D220
Tutor: Linda Towers

Have Fun with Fragrance

Saturday, 7 Nov, 12.30-2.30pm 1 afternoon $40
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 and friends. All ingredients provided.
Course ID: D325
Tutor: Raewyn Rouse
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Beeswax Food Wraps

Saturday, 7 Nov, 9am-11am, 1 morn $30
Want to be crafty and eco-conscious? Join this workshop and learn how to make beeswax food wraps, your very own cling wrap alternative. Craft your way to plastic-free living using natural ingredients with no additives! This is a hands-on class and you will get to make a couple of wraps to take home (all materials provided). Beeswax wraps make great gifts and are a perfect home essential for wrapping up lunchbox items, preserving last night’s dinner or bundling up your favourite on-the-go snacks. 
Course ID: D20
Tutor: Greer Rasmussen
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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 (contact the CEW office for when the info evening will be held). No large items accepted due to time constraints. Basic sewing skills recommended.  Material costs are extra.  Use of staple gun included in fee.  Two workshops are being offered this term (refer below for dates). This is a popular course and spaces are limited, enrol early to avoid disappointment.   Visit the Gallery page to view projects from previous classes. *Materials extra.
Tutor: Ken Brain
Workshop One: D355 
Sat & Sun, 31 Oct & 1 Nov, 9am-4.30pm, $160*

Workshop Two: D356 
Sat & Sun, 28 & 29 Nov, 9am-4.30pm, $160*
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Basic Soap Making

Sat, 28 Nov, 9am-12 noon, 1 morning $55 
Learn the basics of traditional soap making in this practical workshop. Using the Cold Process method and oils that may be in your pantry you will produce a very mild soap, perfect for baby or sensitive skin yet will still clean the grubbiest of hands. Ingredients provided.​
Course ID: D38
Tutor: Lyn Madden

French Milled Soap

Saturday, 28 Nov, 1-4pm, 1 afternoon $60
French Milled soap is the fuss free way to make soap. French Milled or Triple Milled is also known as re-batching, making it a lovely luxurious soap. New, pre-made, all natural soap will be provided that can be reprocessed to form new soap bars with lots of interesting patterns as the soaps merge together. Add colours and scents and take home your own soap. No caustic soda, no curing time. All ingredients provided. These soaps will make great gifts for Xmas!​
Course ID: D39
Tutor: Lyn Madden
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Phone: 09-435-0889  |  Location: Wilkinson Ave, Kamo, Whangarei  |  Email: cew@kamohigh.school.nz
 
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