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New Courses available in Mullumbimby and Byron Bay

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Here are our latest course offerings, so many courses to choose from and not enough time!

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Natural Dyeing and Shibori

Natural Dyeing and Shibori

This two day introductory workshop will give you the chance to discover the magic of extracting colour and imprints from plants, using leaves, flowers, and roots onto fabric. During the course you will be shown several SHIBORI techniques, which is the Japanese word for tie-dyeing, by using stitching, clamping, folding, twisting, and compressing to create intricate patterns. The nature of plant-dyeing is in itself, a slow process, that requires time, heat and patience! And is very... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Making Handmade Paper and Tealights

Making Handmade Paper and Tealights

Learn to make beautiful handmade paper using recycled waste paper, flowers, raw cotton and natural textures. We will then use this paper to create visually stunning tea light holders, gift tags, or cards, the options are endless. These can be embellished with decorations, or embossed for that extra special effect. Perfect for gifts or to embelish your home. Learn to prepare your pulp, pull sheets of paper, add seeds for gift tags, or try embossing the wet paper for an extra special... [More]

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Bamboo Basics Part 1

Bamboo Basics Part 1

Join us for one of the most comprehensive bamboo courses available in Australia. Split into 2 parts and held at the Mullumbimby Community Gardens, it is recommended students enrol in Part 1 and 2 to gain the full benefits of this hands on, rigorous bamboo course. Bamboo Basics Part 1: An introduction to bamboo. In this short course you will learn how to harvest good quality bamboo and treat it for longevity. It will also cover how to grow different species of bamboo and how to... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency.
  • Use digital technology for short and basic workplace tasks (FSKDIG001)

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Bamboo Basics Part 2

Bamboo Basics Part 2

Join us for one of the most comprehensive bamboo courses available in Australia. Split into 2 parts and held at the Mullumbimby Community Gardens, it is recommended students enrol in Part 1 and 2 to gain the full benefits of this hands on, rigorous bamboo course. Bamboo Basics Part 2: Builds on the skills learnt in Bamboo Basics Part 1. You will delve deeper into the 1001 multifunctional uses for this incredible renewable resource and master the basics of designing to build with... [More]
Assessments are made against units of competency.
  • Read and respond to short and simple workplace signs and symbols (FSKRDG002)
  • Participate in familiar spoken interactions at work (FSKOCM003)
  • Write short and simple workplace information (FSKWTG003)

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.

Cyanotype Printing 2

Cyanotype Printing 2

This workshop is for those who have some experience printing Cyanotypes and want to take their skills to the next level. Students will be shown how to print from negatives, toning prints and creating wet on wet Cyanotypes. What to bring: Refreshments / Lunch $20 for materials Important information Once your enrolment is completed you will receive a confirmation email. This email will be your receipt and inform you of the dates, time and venue of your course, it will also let you... [More]

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Mandarin Level 2

Mandarin Level 2

Following on from Mandarin for Beginners, Level 2 expands your language proficiency in a whole range of ways: • New topics include occupations, seasons/weather and hobbies. • Extension of Level 1 topics including family/friends and daily activities. • New key grammar characters. Mandarin Level 2 is for those of you with some basic Mandarin knowledge so completion of level 1 (or equivalent of HSK Level 2) is highly recommended. What to bring: Notebook and pen Feedback from Past... [More]

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Crochet Level 2

Crochet Level 2

Make and finish a garment of your choice! If you already have some basic crochet knowledge under your belt, come and join me in learning to read and follow patterns all the way through to completing a new item for your wardrobe. This course is for anyone who has completed my course "Crochet for Beginners - Level 1" or has some basic knowledge about crochet and stitching. Feedback from Past Students “Steph is a great teacher … a most enjoyable way to spend a few hours.” Kristen... [More]

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Painting Landscapes With Acrylics

Painting Landscapes With Acrylics

Capture the beauty of a landscape through an exploration of mediums, elements and principles of design! With a primary focus on acrylic painting and sketching, this class aims to teach a range of techniques from how to capture the perfect composition, mixing the exact colours, using traditional design principles to create the illusion of depth and realism within your sketches and paintings. This is a fun transformative class suitable for any artistic level! At the conclusion of... [More]

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Afro Cuban Percussion II

Afro Cuban Percussion II

Master the second phase of traditional Afro-Cuban Percussion in this Level II course. Explore the rich history and culture of these ancient rhythm patterns and instruments. Come to understand their journey and how each one evolved, including the basics of sound and technique. Fine tune your skills with variations and a world of new knowledge while learning how to understand the clave and its importance in keeping the time throughout each composition. Come and fuel your mind with... [More]

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Mental Health First Aid (Standard)

Mental Health First Aid (Standard)

In this internationally recognised training you will learn how to assist an adult who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis until appropriate professional help is received or the crisis resolves, using a practical, evidence-based action plan. This is a 2-day (14 hour) course and will include a copy of the MHFA manual. Within a week of finishing, each participant is emailed a link inviting them to download and print off their certificate and to provide... [More]

This course has no current classes. Please the waiting list.