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Hands 2010 Class Timetable is out and being listed now. There are 87 classes so it may take a day! The full PDF can now be viewed.
If you book three or more classes in one booking you will recieve a 10% discount of your class fees (except for children's classes) - this will be worked out at our end when processing. Materials for all classes are NOT included in class fee unless stated.
If you would like to be mailed a timetable or go on our mailing list, please email us. Enjoy.
Hands run creative classes and workshops throughout the year. Samples are on display instore. Please read the terms and conditions carefully before booking your class. These are available on the timetable PDF.
*PLEASE NOTE: WEBSITE PRICES ARE GST EXCLUSIVE
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Acetate Greeting Cards
Tutor: Kayoko Daly
Learn how to use clear acetate to create beautiful transparent layers using stamping and colouring techniques. Intermediate level class.
1. TUESDAY 24 AUGUST 10AM-12NOON 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
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Amigurimi
Tutor: Helen Barry
Amigurumi is the Japanese art of making stuffed crochet toys. This is an ideal class for beginners who want to have fun while they are crocheting and make something cute and quick!
2. TUESDAY 17 & 24 AUGUST 7-9PM 2 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $50.00
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Applique Tote "Stitch and Bitch" Carry-All
Tutor: Catherine Bell
This fun bag is a great project to learn the technique of appliquι with embroidered detailing. This is an ideal class for those wanting to extend their stitching abilities. Homework required for this class.
3. WEDNESDAY 13, 20 AND 27 OCT 10AM-12NOON - 3 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $75.00
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Beaded Single or Double Spiral Rope Necklace
Tutor: Maureen Virgo
Learn how to bead and assemble this double rope necklace and the exciting variations that can be created from this technique. (Pendant will not be covered in this class) Intermediate level.
This class will also cater for beginners wanting to learn how to make a single spiral necklace.
Please let Hands know at time of booking so that you can be given the correct requirements list.
4. WEDNESDAY 21 & 28 JULY 7-9PM 2 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $50.00
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Beaded Flame Stitch Necklace
Tutor: Maureen Virgo
Flame stitch is a needlework stitch from the 17th century, so called because the zig-zag pattern resembles flames. Bead a necklace using this technique, suitable for wearing everyday or on special occasions. Intermediate level.
5. THURSDAY 12 & 19 AUGUST 7-9PM 2 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $50.00
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Beaded Knitted Bag
Tutor: Maureen Virgo
Learn how to incorporate beads into your knitting by creating this dainty little purse. Students need to be able to knit for this class and there will be preparation work before the class.
6. TUESDAY 12 & 19 OCTOBER 7-9PM 2 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $50.00
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Beaded Single Spiral Rope Necklace
Tutor: Maureen Virgo
This class is an ideal introduction to beaded jewellery. Use seed beads to create a twisted effect necklace in this class. This pattern is also good for making earrings.
7. THURSDAY 6 MAY 7-9PM - 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
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Bookmaking Concertina Album
Tutor: Jan Jiang
Create a gorgeous album using basic bookbinding skills. This album has concertina inner pages and the cover will be covered with your choice of cloth or paper. All levels.
8. WEDNESDAY 14 JULY 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
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Bookmaking Open Spine Book
Tutor: Jan Jiang
Learn how to assemble a small book with a decorative stitched spine and basic bookbinding skills. All levels.
9. WEDNESDAY 5 MAY 6.30-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $40.00
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Button Covering with a Twist
Tutor: Sarah Chisnall
Learn how to cover your own buttons, decorate them and turn buttons into brooches. Let Sarah show you the huge potential from such a little item. All levels
12. MONDAY 19 JULY 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
TWO SPACES LEFT
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Button Jewellery
Tutor: Nicky Loversidge
Learn how easy it is to assemble your own jewellery using buttons and beads. Enjoy the tactile nature of the buttons and the wonderfully relaxing effect they have on your jewellery making. All levels.
MONDAY 27 SEPTEMBER 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
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Button Jewellery
Tutor: Nicky Loversidge
Learn how easy it is to assemble your own jewellery using buttons and beads. Enjoy the tactile nature of the buttons and the wonderfully relaxing effect they have on your jewellery making. All levels.
10. THURSDAY 8 APRIL 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
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Button Jewellery
Tutor: Nicky Loversidge
Learn how easy it is to assemble your own jewellery using buttons and beads. Enjoy the tactile nature of the buttons and the wonderfully relaxing effect they have on your jewellery making. All levels.
11. THURSDAY 15 JULY 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc $30.00 ONE SPACE LEFT
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Canvaswork Cubes
Tutor: Kay Hawker
Create canvaswork squares that can be assembled into jewellery or small pieces of art for the wall or greeting cards. An ideal introduction for beginners, to this very versatile form of embroidery.
14. WEDNESDAY 12 & 19 MAY 7-9PM 2 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $50.00
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Card Making
Tutor: Helen Barry
This class will teach you the basics to making your own greeting cards. Learn about paper layering, stamping and embossing as well as those little finishing details.
15. THURSDAY 15 JULY 10AM-12NOON 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
CLASS FULL
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Cardmaking with Kayoko
Tutor: Kayoko Daly
Kayoko will share a new selection of card projects with a Japanese influence for her 2010 class. Learn how to add the detail and finish that goes a step beyond what would normally be done to create truly beautiful cards. Basic card making experience required.
16. TUESDAY 25 MAY 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
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Cartonnage Box Covering
Tutor: Jan Jiang
A big trend in craft overseas. In this class Jan will be showing students the basic techniques to making and covering boxes with fabric or paper to create beautifully finished practical items.
17. TUESDAY 3 AUGUST 6.30-9.30PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $45.00
TWO SPACES LEFT
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Contemporary Needle Lace
Tutor: Barbara Johns
Needle Lace involves mainly buttonhole stitch. In this class, students will work on a piece which is worked on a larger scale than most needle lace projects and is easy to achieve for most stitchers.
18. TUESDAY 7, 14, 21 SEPTEMBER 7-9PM - 3 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $75.00
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Crazy Patchwork
Tutor: Catherine Bell
Welcome to the exciting world of crazy patchwork. Over three weeks you will learn about colouring your own lace and threads, piecing, embroidering and embellishing.
19. WEDNESDAY 22, 29 SEPTEMBER, 6 OCTOBER 10AM- 12NOON 3 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $75.00
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Crochet Beginner Squares
Tutor: Helen Barry
Learn the basic techniques of crochet in this beginner level class. Various squares will be taught which can then be assembled into a cushion, bag or even added to for a throw.
20. TUESDAY 20, 27 JULY, 3 AUGUST 10AM-12NOON 3 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $75.00
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Crochet Flower
Tutor: Helen Barry
Another beginner crochet class for those who would like to make a crochet flower to add to winter accessories. You will complete a flower in this 2 hour class.
21. TUESDAY 6 APRIL 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price including GST $30.00
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Crocheted Snowflakes
Tutor: Helen Barry
Learn how to crochet in the round. This class will introduce you to this technique and then inspire you onto bigger and better projects. You need basic crochet skills for this class.
22. TUESDAY 10 AUGUST 9.15AM-12.15PM 1 LESSON
NZ price including GST $45.00
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Cross Stitch - Beginner
Tutor: Sarah Chisnall
Learn the basic technique of cross stitch embroidery by creating a small scented drawer sachet. Traditional and contemporary approaches will be shown in this class.
23. MONDAY 26 JULY 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
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Decoupage Tiles
Tutor: Heather Guthrie
Discover the traditional art of decoupage (paper collage) by creating a pair of decorative wooden tiles. Learn the correct techniques of cutting, layering and finishing on a sponged effect base.
24. MONDAY 19 APRIL 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
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Doll Making Frumpy Grumps
Tutor: Catherine Bell
Catherine will help you create your very own Jill Maas design doll, the very popular Frumpy Grump.
25. WEDNESDAY 1, 8, 15 SEPTEMBER
6.00-9.00PM 3 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $90.00
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Doll Making Jill Maas Celia
Tutor: Jill Maas
An old favourite according to Jill, but having her first visit at Hands. Celia is a very fashionable, sitting doll with slim features, and will be gorgeous to make and style!
26. THURSDAY 20 & FRIDAY 21 MAY 9.30AM START (FINISH APPROX 4PM)
NZ price inc GST $120.00 (inc pattern)
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Doll Making Jill Maas Maggie
Tutor: Jill Maas
We anticipate Maggie will be a hugely popular and fun class as reaction to her, when she was shown in last years class, was great. She has a very sweet face and is quite a dainty 36cm doll.
27. SATURDAY 22 & SUNDAY 23 MAY
10AM START
(FINISH APPROX 4PM)
NZ price inc GST $120.00 (inc pattern)
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Embroidered Princess Brooch
Tutor: Anne Groufsky
This princess portrait is a small and dainty brooch project, embellished with simple machine embroidery, beads and sequins and is an ideal project to make as a gift. A sewing machine and homework is required for this class.
28. THURSDAY 10 & 17 JUNE 7-8.30PM 2 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $45.00
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Embroidery for Beginners
Tutor: Sarah Chisnall
Learn the basic how-tos of embroidery, from how to transfer a design onto fabric, to basic stitches such as chain stitch, satin stitch and back stitch. Use these techniques to simply embellish clothing, accessories and even household linen.
29. SATURDAY 1 MAY 10.30AM-12.30PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
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Fabric Roses
Tutor: Sarah Chisnall
Make your own gorgeous fabric flowers suitable for putting on clothing, bags, home dιcor, or in your hair. You will make a rose in this class.
30. MONDAY 12 JULY 7-9PM -1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
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Fair Isle Knitting An Introduction
Tutor: Helen Barry
Learn the basics to this fascinating form of knitting by creating a small stocking suitable for the Christmas tree.
31. THURSDAY 26 AUGUST & 2 SEPTEMBER 7-9PM
2 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $50.00
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Fascinator Workshop
Tutor: Sarah Chisnall
Discover the simple art of fascinator making. Learn how to construct a base, shape feathers and create an elegant fashion accessory for the spring/summer season ahead.
32. THURSDAY 9 SEPTEMBER 7-9PM 1 LESSON $30.00
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Felted Flowers
Tutor: Bettina Jacoby
Create felted flowers with multiple flower petals. Explore colour options by mixing different coloured wools and fibres and experiment with various flower designs. The finished felted flowers can be used as brooches, to decorate hairclips and to embellish necklaces. All levels.
34. SATURDAY 26 JUNE 10.30AM-1.30PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $45.00 FULL
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Felted Flowers
Tutor: Bettina Jacoby
Create felted flowers with multiple flower petals. Explore colour options by mixing different coloured wools and fibres and experiment with various flower designs. The finished felted flowers can be used as brooches, to decorate hairclips and to embellish necklaces. All levels.
SATURDAY 17 JULY 10.30AM-1.30PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $45.00
ONE SPACE LEFT
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Felted Picture
Tutor: Sigrid McTurk
Learn how to create a picture with carded wool and needle felting. Enjoy playing with colour and create your own artwork for the wall in this one session. All levels.
39. THURSDAY 1 JULY 10AM-1PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $45.00
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Felting Exploring Felt Textures - Day Workshop
Tutor: Shona Schofield
Create interesting texture and dimension in your felt by including yarns, fabric, beads, etc from the treasure box and the garden into felt. Explore making marks and textures into your felt for different effects. Shona is the area delegate for Creative Fibre NZ so has a wealth of creative ideas to share.
37. TUESDAY 18 MAY 10AM-4PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $120.00
Email to go on waiting list
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Felting Introduction to Wet Felting
Tutor: Bettina Jacoby
Explore a variety of felting techniques, which can be used to make a flat piece of felt. Learn about the fibres, how to calculate the size and shrinkage for the finished product, how to lay out the fibres and colour mixing using a hand carder and pre-felts. No prior felting experience is needed.
33. SATURDAY 29 MAY 10.30AM-1.30PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $45.00
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Felting Not Just an Old Hat
Tutor: Shona Schofield
Have fun creating your own individual hat, any style, any colour, and just the right fit. Let experienced felter, Shona show you how.
38. SATURDAY 14 AUGUST 10.30AM-3.30PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $90.00
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Felting Nuno Felted Scarf
Tutor: Bettina Jacoby
Nuno felting combines merino wool with an open, sheer base fabric which results in a light weight, flexible and unique fabric with innovative textures and colour combinations.
Create a unique light weight nuno felted scarf in this class.
35. TUESDAY 27 APRIL 10AM-3PM 1 LESSON
NZ price including GST $55.00 FULL
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Felting Nuno Felted Scarf
Tutor: Bettina Jacoby
Nuno felting combines merino wool with an open, sheer base fabric which results in a light weight, flexible and unique fabric with innovative textures and colour combinations.
Create a unique light weight nuno felted scarf in this class.
36. SATURDAY 24 JULY 10.30AM-3.30PM 1 LESSON
NZ price including GST $55.00
FULL
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Felting Nuno Felted Scarf
Tutor: Bettina Jacoby
Nuno felting combines merino wool with an open, sheer base fabric which results in a light weight, flexible and unique fabric with innovative textures and colour combinations. Create a unique light weight nuno felted scarf in this class.
SATURDAY 7 AUGUST 10.30am-3.30PM - 1 LESSON
NZ price including GST $55.00
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Glass and Porcelain Painting - Picture Tile
Tutor: Sarah Chisnall
Create a picture tile using Pebeo Vitrea paints. Learn about the techniques, products and versatility of these paints.
40. MONDAY 28 JUNE 7-9PM 1 LESSON $30.00
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Hyperbolic Crochet
Tutor: Denise McMillan
This form of crochet was invented from a mathematical formula and is exciting, being three dimensional instead of flat. It seems to grow! Denise is a left-handed tutor and is very experienced in this form of crochet. All levels.
41. THURSDAY 13 MAY 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
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Tutor: Maryke Lups
Want to paint but dont know where to start.... this is an ideal introduction. Learn the basics of drawing and painting, using such mediums as watercolour, acrylic and oil. Develop an understanding of composition, light and dark values, building depth and texture. Let Maryke take you through the steps involved to paint your own artwork samples.
88. WEDNESDAYS 25 AUGUST, 1, 8, 15 SEPTEMBER 1.00-3.30PM (4 LESSONS)
NZ price including GST $90.00
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Jewellery Beginner Necklace and Earrings
Tutor: Nicky Loversidge
Learn the basics to using pliers and other tools, split rings, beads and fastenings in this introduction to jewellery making.
42. THURSDAY 22 APRIL 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
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Jewellery Beginner Necklace and Earrings
Tutor: Nicky Loversidge
Learn the basics to using pliers and other tools, split rings, beads and fastenings in this introduction to jewellery making.
43. THURSDAY 16 SEPTEMBER 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
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Jewellery Chain Linking
Tutor: Nicky Loversidge
Very popular overseas, this method of jewellery making involves using chain and jump rings to create more advanced designs. You will make a necklace in this class, which you will be able to add to at home if you wish.
44. THURSDAY 24 JUNE 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
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Jewellery Chain Linking
Tutor: Nicky Loversidge
Very popular overseas, this method of jewellery making involves using chain and jump rings to create more advanced designs. You will make a necklace in this class, which you will be able to add to at home if you wish.
45. THURSDAY 23 SEPTEMBER 10AM-12NOON 1 LESSON NZ price inc GST $30.00
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Jewellery - Textured Multi Strand Beading
Tutor: Maureen Virgo
Get creative using a mixture of bead textures. Learn how to introduce multiple strands and random beads to produce spectacular results. This class will introduce you to the technique but will require homework to finish. All levels.
46. WEDNESDAY 4 AUGUST 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00 FULL
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Knitting Beginner
Tutor: Helen Barry
This class will get you started on a knitting project so you will learn about needles, yarn, basic stitches and how to read a pattern. These wrist warmers are a great introduction to knitting and can be knitted on two needles for absolute beginners or as a beginner four needle project.
47. TUESDAY 4 & 11 MAY 7-9PM 2 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $50.00
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Knitting Stitch Squares
Tutor: Helen Barry
Learn how to knit various stitches beyond the basics. This class will cover garter stitch, stocking stitch, colour stripes, rib, moss stitch and colour blocks. A variety of sample squares will be knitted during this class which can be made into cushions or a throw. Beginner knitting skills required.
49. TUESDAY 25 MAY, 1 & 8 JUNE 10AM-12NOON 3 LESSONS NZ price inc GST $75.00
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Knitting Socks
Tutor: Helen Barry
Join the sock knitting craze. Learn how to use four needles to knit a pair of socks and discover the different yarns now available. Beginner knitting skills required.
48. THURSDAY 6 & 13 MAY 10AM-12NOON 2 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $50.00
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Mosaic - Beginners
Tutor: Sarah Chisnall
Use glass and ceramic tiles to create your very own mosaic. You will work on a flat piece and learn about cutting, gluing and grouting. There will not be enough time for the glue to dry in class but you will be shown how to grout and finish your mosaic at home. Saturday grouting session will be available following class.
50. THURSDAY 15 APRIL 7-9PM (GROUTING SAT 17 APRIL)
1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
FULL Email to go on waitlist
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Mosaic - Beginners
Tutor: Sarah Chisnall
Use glass and ceramic tiles to create your very own mosaic. You will work on a flat piece and learn about cutting, gluing and grouting. There will not be enough time for the glue to dry in class but you will be shown how to grout and finish your mosaic at home. Saturday grouting session will be available following class.
51. MONDAY 13 SEPTEMBER 7-9PM (GROUTING SAT 18 SEP) 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00 FULL
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Mosaic - Beginners
Tutor: Sarah Chisnall
Use glass and ceramic tiles to create your very own mosaic. You will work on a flat piece and learn about cutting, gluing and grouting. There will not be enough time for the glue to dry in class but you will be shown how to grout and finish your mosaic at home. Saturday grouting session will be available following class.
MONDAY 20 SEPTEMBER 7-9PM - 1 LESSON
NZ price including GST $30.00
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Needlefelting Beginner
Tutor: Josien van Haastrecht
Learn the basics to this great craft that appeals to all ages, male and female. Needlefelting involves using a barbed needle and carded wool to create flat and 3D shapes.
52. TUESDAY 18 MAY 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
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Needlefelting Mini Bear & Friends
Tutor: Josien van Haastrecht
Create a gorgeous mini bear and learn about assembling and finishing techniques in this series of classes. If time allows, Josien will also introduce you to how to create other animals.
Intermediate level
53. TUESDAY 15, 22, 29 JUNE 7-9PM 3 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $75.00
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Origami Jewellery
Tutor: Kayoko Daly
Learn about combining origami folds and paper-coating so that you can make origami creations you can wear. Suitable for necklaces, earrings, brooches and more. An exciting new approach to origami. Origami experience required.
54. THURSDAY 5 & 12 AUGUST 10AM-12NOON 2 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $50.00
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Origami Roses
Tutor: Kayoko Daly
This is a more complex origami design. Create a beautiful rose from origami paper, suitable for gift wrapping, cardmaking and again jewellery. Origami experience required.
55. MONDAY 3 MAY 7-9.30PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $40.00
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Paper, Layer, Stitch
Tutor: Sarah Chisnall
Create a highly textured book cover using a variety of techniques using paper, glue, fabric, paint and stitching. A day of interesting techniques and ideas.
56. SATURDAY 31 JULY 10.30AM-3.30PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $55.00
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Parchment Craft
Tutor: Kayoko Daly
Create exquisite cards using the detailed art of parchment craft. Learn about the variety of tools available and how to use them. Dry embossing, piercing and colouring vellum will all be introduced to students in this class.
57. WEDNESDAY 2, 9, 16 JUNE 10AM-12NOON 3 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $75.00
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Patchwork Altered Nine Patch
Tutor: Catherine Bell
This years new quilt project from Catherine is an altered nine patch. Learn about colour graduation with this form of machine piecing. All levels.
58. WEDNESDAY 21, 28 APRIL, 5, 12, 19 MAY 10AM-12NOON 5 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $100.00
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Patchwork - Beginner Blocks
Tutor: Helen Barry
In this beginner patchwork class, you will learn how to assemble patchwork blocks using machine piecing. These blocks can then be assembled into cushions or a quilt.
59. TUESDAY 13, 20, 27 APRIL 7-9PM 3 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $75.00
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Patchwork Itty-Bitty-Ditty Bags
Tutor: Catherine Bell
This beginner level class teaches students how to quilt and assemble small pieces into a small, reversible bag and then use binding to finish. These bags are very handy for using as work in progress bags.
60. WEDNESDAY 1 & 8 SEPTEMBER 10AM-12NOON
2 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $50.00
*PLEASE NOTE THIS CLASS HAS HAD A CHANGE OF DATE FROM THE PRINTED TIMETABLE AND IS NOW CORRECT
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Patchwork - Soft Edge Quilt
Tutor: Catherine Bell
This patchwork technique involves creative use of colour and a relaxed approach
raw edges are left to create a softness. This class was very popular last year and produced an exciting mix of colour combinations.
61. WEDNESDAY 9, 16, 23, 30 JUNE 7-9PM 4 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $80.00
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Patchwork - Soft Edge Quilt
Tutor: Catherine Bell
This patchwork technique involves creative use of colour and a relaxed approach
raw edges are left to create a softness. This class was very popular last year and produced an exciting mix of colour combinations.
FRIDAY 10, 17 SEPTEMBER AND 1 & 8 OCTOBER 10am-12noon
4 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $80.00
*PLEASE NOTE THIS DATE HAS BEEN CHANGED FROM THAT ORIGINALLY PRINTED, AND IS CORRECT
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Quilting Arts Introduction
Tutor: Sarah Chisnall
Start with a photo, make a simple painting from it, scan & print it, then embellish it and even maybe distress it. Inspired by Quilting Arts magazine, this class is designed to stretch participants but with a relaxed approach. Learn to simplify, abstract and alter images. All levels.
62. MONDAY 16 & 23 AUGUST 7-9.30PM 2 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $60.00
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Rag Doll
Tutor: Sarah Chisnall
Create a traditional rag doll over two weeks. You will cut, sew and assemble in the first week and dress your doll in the second week. There will be homework for this class.
63. THURSDAY 1 & 8 JULY 7-9.30PM 2 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $60.00
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Rag Rug
Tutor: Kathleen Scott
Basic rug making techniques using a rag rug hook and recycled fabrics will be taught in this class. A variety of tools will be discussed and students will start a piece that can later become a rug, cushion or other work of art.
64. SATURDAY 3 JULY 10.30AM-3.30PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $55.00
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Recycled Blanket Bag with Silhouette Applique
Tutor: Catherine Bell
Use a recycled blanket to make this dramatic carry bag. Add a silhouette appliquι inspired by flora and fauna of your choice. An exciting project.
65. WEDNESDAY 26 MAY & 2 JUNE 7-9.30PM 2 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $60.00
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Resin Paperweight
Tutor: Ruth Duffield
Learn the technique of embedding objects using liquid resin to create paperweights, jewellery, etc. Always popular and a great technique to learn under supervision.
NB: These will be the only resin classes this year so book in quick!
66. WEDNESDAY 7 APRIL 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
CLASS FULL
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Resin Paperweight
Tutor: Ruth Duffield
Learn the technique of embedding objects using liquid resin to create paperweights, jewellery, etc. Always popular and a great technique to learn under supervision.
NB: These will be the only resin classes this year so book in quick!
67. WEDNESDAY 28 APRIL 7-9PM 1 LESSON $30.00
CLASS FULL
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Serviette Decoupage Canvas
Tutor: Sarah Chisnall
Serviettes can be used to decorate a variety of surfaces. Let Sarah show you how easy this process is by covering an artist canvas with your choice of design.
68. WEDNESDAY 22 SEPTEMBER 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00 FULL
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Serviette Decoupage Letter
Tutor: Sarah Chisnall
Serviettes can be used to decorate a variety of surfaces. Let Sarah show you how easy this process is by covering a large wooden letter with your choice of design.
69. MONDAY 17 MAY 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
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Silk Painting
Tutor: Sarah Chisnall
Discover the versatility of silk painting and learn about salt, gutta and watercolour/wash techniques using the Marabou range of heat set silk paints. All levels.
70. MONDAY 9 AUGUST 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
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Silk Ribbon Biscornu Pincushion
Tutor: Alison Wilson
Create this dramatic pincushion shape known as a biscornu. embellished with silk ribbon embroidery. Ideal as an introduction class for silk ribbon embroidery. Suitable for all levels.
71. THURSDAY 27 MAY & 3 JUNE 6.30-9PM 2 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $60.00
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Smocking
Tutor: Helen Barry
Learn the basic stitches and techniques in this introduction to smocking. Helen will take you through how to set up your fabric, pull up dots, select thread colours and then embroider the detail. Students will work on a sample piece.
72. MONDAY 14 AND 21 JUNE 7-9PM 2 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $50.00
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Soap Making
Tutor: Catherine Bell
Starting with soap base, learn how to fragrance, colour, texture, shape and mould your own soaps. Understand what can be added from the kitchen and garden, and how.
73. WEDNESDAY 21 APRIL 6-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $45.00
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Sock Monkey
Tutor: Sarah Chisnall
Sock toys are a craze worldwide! Learn how to turn a pair of socks into a soft toy monkey. A sewing machine and basic sewing skills are required for this class.
74. THURSDAY 29 APRIL 6-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $45.00
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Softies
Tutor: Justine Balcar
Use scraps of fabrics and recycled clothing to create a soft toy with a difference. Justine from Red Flax will help students create their own funky softie!
75. TUESDAY 20 & 27 JULY 7-9PM 2 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $50.00
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Soldered Jewellery
Tutor: Catherine Bell
Learn how to use a soldering iron and turn simple pictures into pieces of jewellery. This application can be used to frame various products. A soldering iron is required for this class.
76. WEDNESDAY 14 APRIL 6-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $45.00 FULL
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Soldered Jewellery
Tutor: Catherine Bell
Learn how to use a soldering iron and turn simple pictures into pieces of jewellery. This application can be used to frame various products. A soldering iron is required for this class.
77. WEDNESDAY 6 OCTOBER 6-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $45.00
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Spindle Spinning
Tutor: Sue Russell
Have fun learning the most basic form of spinning
on a spindle. Let Sue help you with the basics of spinning and plying then it is just practise, practise, practise!
78. TUESDAY 1 & 8 JUNE 7-9PM 2 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $50.00
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Spinning
Tutor: Diane Sullivan
Learn the basics of spinning, starting with how to prepare natural fleece. From this, learn how your wheel works and how to spin your own yarn. An ideal class for beginners or as a refresher course. A wonderfully satisfying craft to learn.
You can hire a wheel from Hands (for a small charge) for the duration of the class if you do not have one.
79. WEDNESDAY 21, 28 July, 4, 11, 18 August 1pm-3pm
5 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $90.00
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Tatting
Tutor: Phillipa Rodley
Use a tatting shuttle and thread to create beautiful lace effects. Phillipa will introduce students to this traditional craft created with thread and is happy to tutor left and right handers.
80. TUESDAY 15, 22, 29 JUNE 10AM-12NOON 3 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $75.00
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Teddy Bear Making
Tutor: Helen Barry
Create a faux fur bear in this class designed for beginners. Learn the basics to cutting, sewing and assembling your very own teddy bear.
81. THURSDAY 22, 29 JULY, 5 AUGUST 7-9PM 3 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $75.00
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Temari Balls
Tutor: Kay Hawker
Discover the art of wrapping embroidery threads around a shape to create Japanese Temari balls. These can be created in any size. Beautiful for year round display and Christmas.
82. WEDNESDAY 4, 11, 18 AUGUST 9.30AM-12NOON 3 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $75.00
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Tote Bag with Fabric Flower/Sash (Optional)
Tutor: Helen Barry
An ideal beginner sewing class or a fun day project. In one day you will create a gorgeous tote bag that can be customised depending on your skill level.
83. SATURDAY 11 SEPTEMBER 10.30AM-3.00PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $55.00
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Tyvek/Angelina Fibre
Tutor: Kay Hawker
Let Kay show you how exciting these two products are when heat is applied and the fantastic potential they have for textile art and other crafts.
All levels
84. WEDNESDAY 11 AUGUST 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
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Tutor: Maryke Lups
This thorough introduction to watercolour is suitable for beginners and those who want to refresh their skills. Maryke will take students through the processes to create their own original artworks including composition, use of colour, washes, glazes, values and depth.
89. WEDNESDAYS 22, 29 SEPTEMBER & 6, 13 OCTOBER 1.00-3.30PM (4 LESSONS)
NZ price including GST $90.00
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Weaving - Carry Bag
Tutor: Helen Barry
Learn how to warp a rigid heddle loom and then weave and finish. Over two weeks you will create a great bag. There will be weaving homework.
All levels
86. SATURDAY 12 AND 19 JUNE 10.30-1.30PM 2 LESSONS
NZ price inc GST $75.00
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Weaving Beginner Scarf
Tutor: Helen Barry
Weave a scarf in one day. You will learn how to warp up a rigid heddle loom, learn how to create spaces in your design and finish the scarf.
All levels
85. SATURDAY 21 AUGUST 10.30AM-3.30PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $55.00 FULL
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Wool & Silk Paper
Tutor: Kay Hawker
Many people will have heard of silk paper but now learn techniques for using wool to create a fabulous surface to stitch or use for mixed media work.
All levels.
87. MONDAY 24 MAY 7-9PM 1 LESSON
NZ price inc GST $30.00
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