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NATURAL SKINCARE - continuation

This course will delve deeper into the theory of how to make good skincare products. Gain an understanding of basic skin structure, learn about fatty acids and why they matter, why pH is important, discover the basic structure of a cream/lotion and learn how formulas are created. In addition, you will get to make two different facial moisturisers and a facial serum to take home. (This is a follow-on workshop designed to build on the knowledge learnt in the introductory course).

Tutor: Raewyn Rouse
Venue: Kamo High School
Time: 9am-12:30pm
Date: Sat 24 June (please note change of date)
Level: All
Course Length: 1 morning
Course ID Number: B346
Course Fee: $65
Requirements: Nil, all materials provided
Additional Costs: Nil

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AN INTRO to NATURAL SKINCARE

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, 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 learn the basic skills for making skincare products. The fee includes all ingredients plus jars and you will take home samples of each of the products.

Tutor: Raewyn Rouse
Venue: Kamo High School
Time: 9am-12pm
Date: Sat 27 May
Level: All
Course Length: 1 morning
Course ID Number: B345
Course Fee: $50
Requirements: Nil, all materials provided
Additional Costs: Nil

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THE SEWING BEE

Have you never sewed before? Are you an amateur sewer who needs some guidance? Sewing is a practical life-skill and also allows you to be creative. Learn how to make your own garment with the help of our experienced tutor. Suitable for both beginners and those with some experience. Join Viv in a social and fun environment. Registration essential

Tutor: Viv
Venue: Kamo High School
Time: 6pm-8:30pm
Level: All
Course Length: 5 weeks
Course Fee: $95
Term Two dates
Course ID Number: B350  Start date: Monday 15 May (class full)
Course ID Number: B352  Start date: Tues 23 May (cancelled)
Course ID Number: B351  Start date: Wed 17 May (class full)
Term Three dates
Course ID Number: C350 Dates: Monday 17, 24 & 31 July, 7 Aug & 18 Sept
Course ID Number: C351 Dates: Wednesday 19 & 26 July, 2 & 9 Aug & 20 Sept

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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 experienced tutor. Gain the confidence to give it a go! Meet the tutor, Ken Brain, at the info evening so you can discuss your project. Materials are extra and basic sewing skills are recommended. Due to demand THREE workshops are available - May, June & July. Register early to avoid disappointment. Email: cew@kamohigh.school.nz to check for vacancies.

Tutor: Ken Brain
Venue: Kamo High School
Time: 9am-4.30pm
Dates: 27 & 28 May
Level: Basic sewing skills
Course Length: 2 days
Course ID Number: B355
Course Fee: $185
Requirements: Materials extra
Additional Costs: Nil

Tutor: Ken Brain
Venue: Kamo High School
Time: 9am-4.30pm
Dates: 17 & 18 June
Level: Basic sewing skills
Course Length: 2 days
Course ID Number: B356
Course Fee: $185
Requirements: Materials extra
Additional Costs: Nil

Tutor: Ken Brain
Venue: Kamo High School
Time: 9am-4.30pm
Dates: 29 & 30 July
Level: Basic sewing skills
Course Length: 2 days
Course ID Number: B357
Course Fee: $185
Requirements: Materials extra
Additional Costs: Nil

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SOAP MAKING WORKSHOP

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 soapmaker Chloe King. Spaces are limited, enrol early to avoid disappointment!

Tutor: Chloe King
Venue: Kamo High School
Time: 9am-12pm
Date: Sat 20 May
Level: All
Course Length: 1 morning
Course ID Number: B20
Course Fee: $50
Requirements: Nil, all materials provided
Additional Costs: Nil

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WILD ABOUT WEEDS

Discover how to forage for wild herbs on a short field trip and learn how to identify and use edible wild herbs that are full of vitamins, minerals and essential phytochemicals, in short: they are way more nutritious than cultivated veggies. Challenge your taste buds and get to know some of the weeds/herbs that you will find (almost) anywhere. Are you curious and open to new tastes? Then join Bianca on this herbal excursion.

Tutor: Bianca Haux
Venue: Kamo High School
Time: 9am-12pm
Date: Sat 20 May
Level: All
Course Length: 1 morning
Course ID Number: B230
Course Fee: $40
Requirements: Nil
Additional Costs: Nil