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Handcraft courses and workshops available in Byron Bay and Mullumbimby
Release your creativity by exploring the exciting and wide-ranging world of handcrafts.
Learn something new with an introduction to a craft, or develop your artistic skills through one of our engaging short courses or workshops.
From fabric to clay, metal to mosaic, try your hand at an array of handcrafts with Byron Community College.
Mosaic For Beginners
Mosaic is a timeless, beautiful art form that stretches back thousands of years and is used all over the world. In this course you will create two beautiful artworks, using two completely different mosaic techniques. Learn about functionality and expression as two drivers for mosaic creation, and explore how to work with a vast range of different mosaic tesserae. Additional materials $40. What to bring An apron You must have covered shoes $40 to pay tutor for materials on the day...
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Silver Jewellery - An Introduction
This introductory course covers the key skills you need for precious metal work; perfect for anyone who would like to start the journey of jewellery design and making. Learn the fundamentals of jewellery making in silver such as sawing, filing, soldering, forming and polishing to achieve various textures and finishes. During the workshop, you will also gain an understanding of silver’s properties, as well as the equipment and tools used to work with this precious metal. In class,...
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Sewing For Beginners
For the complete beginner to gain confidence and learn all the sewing basics e.g. patterns, cutting, machines and overlockers. Make a simple garment in a fun, stimulating and creative environment. You will need to phone the tutor on enrolment to discuss pattern and material choice. What to bring Sewing machine Pens, pencils A 4 display folder(20 page) Fabric scissors and paper scissors Dressmakers pins Tailors chalk Tape measure Thread snips Simple/easy pattern(e.g., A line...
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Stretch Sewing
Learn to sew all the latest fashion garments with stretch fabrics. Using a domestic machine and overlocker you will learn techniques including binding, hemming and elasticising to produce quality garments such as yoga-wear, t-shirts, dancewear and swimwear. Basic sewing skills are necessary. What to bring Sewing machine Pattern and lycra material Basic sewing materials such as pins, tape measure, tailors chalk and scissors Please bring your own refreshments Call the office on 02...
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Be your own interior stylist
Learn to create beautiful and functional interiors using basic rules and your own inate creativity. Use colour, texture and light to enhance the space and belongings you already have. Incorporating principles of Feng Shi and the practicalities of Scandinavian design techniques to enhance the places we spend so much of our lives. Making things beautiful, practical and balanced energetically.. Learn the basics of hanging pictures, hooks, curtains, wall art, vignettes and plant...
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Crochet For Beginners
Learn how to use basic crochet stitches and different textured yarns to create a beautiful scarf and another simple garment of your choice to take home. You will learn basic crochet techniques, how to shape a garment and explore with different kinds of wool. Crochet is meditative, relaxing and lots of fun. When you get hooked you can’t stop. Come along and be creative. What to bring A few balls of wool (12 ply or thicker) Matching crochet hook (no. 5-6) A plate of food to share for...
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Get your camera off auto
Do you own an amazing DSLR and it’s still on Auto? Let me teach you how to use your DSLR camera to its full potential. We will work with aperture and exposure going beyond auto or program mode. Based on weekly theory classes and fun assignments, you will learn how to capture better images, improve week by week, and end up with great shots that you are happy to share with others as you become more confident with your camera. This course is suited to introductory/intermediate DSLR...
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Shibori And Indigo Dyeing
Learn the fascinating art of Indigo and Shibori! Students will learn the basics of traditional Shibori techniques: Arashi and Bomaki (pole wrapping), Itajime (clamping) stitching, binding and wrapping to create beautiful patterns. Also learn the art of creating an Indigo vat, without having to wait weeks for it to mature! What to bring small amount of white, prewashed fabric quick unpick scissors washing up gloves ball of polyester string strong thread(poly) and needles 9ltr bucket...
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Henna - Sacred Body Art
This workshop will show you how to create your own beautiful henna designs and introduce you to the sacred body art of henna. You will learn about the different styles of henna from around the world and have the opportunity to practice your skills with pre-prepared organic materials. Additional materials $20. What to bring $20 to pay tutor Henna kits can be be purchased on the day Own refreshments Feedback from Past Students “The information on how to make Henna was amazing - I...
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Printing On Clay
Get your hands into clay learning a simple handbuilding technique using clay slaps (rolled out clay) and exploring surface decoration techniques using coloured slips. This is an easy and fun way to achieve very beautiful results. Claudia has an extensive collection of stamps and stencils to explore the endless possibilities this simple process offers. You will make 2-3 small to medium size bowls or plates to take home and treasure. Price includes all materials and firing. This...
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