Leatherwork: Roo Hide Whip Making (8-strand)
This is the next 2-day course in the John McMaster whipmaking series. In this course, you’ll learn how to make a eight-strand Roo Hide whip as well as learning additional techniques you can use to make your whips more elaborate. Past students in this course have made 2-3 whips over the course of the weekend! Our ever-popular leatherwork courses offer a limited number of seats to people keen to learn leatherworking skills from a master. You’ll need to get cracking to secure your...
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Needlecraft
Remaining socially connected to others in your community has never been more important. Research has shown that social connections not only impact your mental health, but your physical health as well. Bingara’s Needlecraft group presents the perfect opportunity to take part in a regular get-together with like-minded people who wish to share their friendship and skills. If you are interested in Needlecraft then come along and join our sessions. There is a small annual joining fee of...
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Make Your Own Silver Ring
Learn the traditional technique of carving and shaping jeweller’s wax to create your own unique sterling silver ring! Once you are satisfied with your wax ring, it will be professionally cast into silver, cleaned and polished, ready to wear and be shown off. Bring along some inspriation or design your own piece from scratch. This workshop is designed for all levels with no previous experience necessary, so just bring your enthusiasm along. All tools, materials, sterling silver for...
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Welding for Beginners
This is a six-week evening course, designed to teach basic knowledge and practical skills for welding with Manual Metal Arc (stick) and Gas Metal Arc (MIG) welding processes and ensure success in your home welding projects. For personal safety requirements you will need to wear cotton clothing (long sleeves and pants) and protective leather boots. Bring your own safety helmet and welding gloves.
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Ukulele
Ukulele for first timers! Boost your confidence and musical abilities, meet with others and enjoy learning something new. This course will have you developing unexpected musical skills while learning to play the Ukulele. Enjoy playing and singing with others in a fun and relaxed environment. Students will require a Ukulele (from $50). Other resources are available online and information will be provided at the first session.
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Sock It To Me!
Who doesn’t need more socks? If you’re an experienced knitter who has ever wondered how to turn a heel or knit in the round, then this class is for you. According to The New York Times, "The repetitive action of needlework can induce a relaxed state like that associated with meditation and yoga". Other benefits of knitting include improving your mood, rediscovering a sense of pride in a job well done, and delaying cognitive decline. Whether you’re looking to take your knitting to...
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Stitch Your Very Own Worry Rabbit
Create your own felt craft pocket pal using basic stitching and toy making skills. Learn the basic stitches required to bring your own worry rabbit to life. This class is great for any age from 12 up (parent supervision required for children). Price includes all materials required to make one felt animal. A materials kit will be posted to you prior to commencement of the course. Postage costs apply.
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Drum Lampshade Making Workshop - 40cm kit
Learn how to make your owndrum lampshade or pendant light, choosing from two sizes to choose – 40cm or 20cm Design your own to match your upholstery, curtains or room theme. At the end of the session, you will have a completed lampshade for your own home. Bring along your choice of fabric (100cm x 30cm) for your own personal touch – a light to medium weight cotton is best, not a heavy upholstery fabric. If you wish to purchase the covering fabric, an additional $15 is required,...
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Macramé Workshop
Create beautiful macramé pieces at this workshop. This French knotted craft has been around for centuries, and made a comeback in the 70s and is popular again. Our “Strings of Love” teacher will show you some basic knots which are used as the basis of most macramé pieces. You will create a beautiful piece to take home with you.
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Photo Fun
A fun hands-on photographic workshop to help you to take better photos. Bring your camera! This class is held in Wee Waa over two sessions. 1. Get to know your camera What are all the buttons and knobs? How do I clean my camera? What settings do I use? 2. Photography basics Learn to take some photos and have some fun! Facilitator: Marsella Morris
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